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Design Disasters That Secretly Worked (Shhh, We Won’t Tell)

07/24/2025
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Surprisingly brilliant home decorating and paint colour hacks people swear by—even when they probably shouldn’t have worked. A little while ago, I asked on Instagram: “What’s your most unhinged decorating or paint colour hack—the one you’d never recommend, but it actually worked?” And let me tell you, the comments were absolute gold. Some of these…

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Why Crowdsourcing Your Reno Decisions Will Leave You Disappointed

07/21/2025
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Thinking of crowdsourcing your renovation decisions online? Here’s why relying on internet advice can lead to costly design mistakes—and what to do instead to create a timeless, trend-proof home. 🛑 If you’re building or renovating and turning to the internet for advice, stop right there. We’ve all seen the posts: “Which greige should I choose?”“What…

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3 Ways to Make Your Home Look More Expensive

07/18/2025
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Stuck with a black-and-white home that already feels dated, just as warmer neutrals are taking over? I’m sharing 3 easy ways to make your space look more expensive—no renovation required. Why Warm Neutrals Are Taking Over Interior Design After years of bold black-and-white interiors dominating our homes, design trends are quickly shifting toward warmer neutrals…

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10 Unexpected Decorating Hacks from True Colour Experts

07/14/2025
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The beautiful thing about teaching my True Colour Expert™ training workshops is the amazingly talented people I get to meet and have the privilege of calling my community! I asked my True Colour Experts what their favourite unexpected decorating hacks are, and they delivered! Enjoy these creative ideas. I hope they inspire you to join us…

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My New Custom Area Rug from Stanton: Before & After

07/09/2025
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A custom-sized wool rug completely transformed my oversized living room—bringing softness, warmth, and a perfectly tailored fit. In this post, I’m sharing the full process of choosing the right rug pattern and colour, working with Stanton’s team, and why this high-quality carpet was worth the upgrade. My New Custom Area Rug Nothing completes a room…

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Don’t Make These 5 Mistakes with Your Garden

07/03/2025
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Want to create a stunning, cohesive garden? Today I’m going to share five essential landscaping tips—from choosing the right colour palette to shaping your space with plants and pathways—that will transform your yard and boost your curb appeal. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned gardener, these expert secrets will help you design a beautiful,…

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5 Must-Know Tips for Trending Viola Marble Countertops

06/30/2025
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If you’ve been following me for any length of time, you know I’m not afraid to call out a trend when it needs a caution sign.  But first 🇨🇦 HAPPY CANADA DAY!! 🇨🇦 to all my Canadian friends! Dramatic Calacatta Viola Marble I’m talking about the highly trending calacatta viola marble of course. It’s decadent and exciting…

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Using the Neutral Colour Wheel Part 2: Planning a New Build

06/27/2025
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Discover how the Understanding Undertones neutral colour wheel can simplify your search for the perfect neutral by helping you quickly identify and match undertones in any space. And, learn why limiting and repeating neutral undertones is the key to creating a harmonious, timeless look in your home. But first! ☀️ Flash Summer eDesign Sale! ☀️…

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A Shortcut to Perfect Paint Colours

06/25/2025
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SALE ANNOUNCEMENT: This Weekend Only! 📣Paint. Roof. Front Door. COLOUR THAT’S PERFECT — the easy way! You’ve been staring at the wall again, haven’t you? Is it too yellow? Too gray? Or just… off in a way you can’t quite describe? You’re not alone. Most renovations begin not because we crave the latest trends, but because…

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Using the Neutral Colour Wheel Part 1: Decorate a Room

06/23/2025
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Discover how the Understanding Undertones neutral colour wheel can simplify your search for the perfect neutral by helping you quickly identify and match undertones in any space. And, learn why choosing the neutral that belongs makes your room feel amazing! If you haven’t purchased my Understanding Undertones neutral colour wheel yet, let me just say…

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Easy Tips for a Pretty Patio This Summer

06/19/2025
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It’s sale time for outdoor furniture so I thought I’d walk you through HomeSense/HomeGoods to give you some tips and tricks to create a pretty patio for the rest of the summer! Here’s Lucy and I on my birthday (June 7). I get so much joy out of my happy yellow and white striped patio!…

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A Charming eDesign Exterior Before & After

06/17/2025
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Today I’m sharing a couple of before and after exteriors. The first is a charming character house transformed with an eDesign consultation from plain to fabulous. The second is a reader’s DIY before and after where she’s asking for help with some of the finishing details. From blah to bold an exterior makeover My eDesign…

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Ask Maria: Choosing Timeless Bathroom Tile

06/12/2025
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Today I’m answering a reader’s request to give her a “grade” on her plans to update her bathroom to a Maria approved timeless look. She got it all right but this one critical thing! ⭐️ Hi Maria, I need your design superpowers! A few years ago, my designer installed 12×24 grey tile throughout our primary…

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Inspiration vs. Reality: 5 Reasons Your Reno Falls Flat

06/09/2025
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Whenever one of my family members embarks on a renovation—big or small—I’m reminded just how quickly those dreamy inspiration photos can collide with reality. Take my sister Anita, for example. When we started mood-boarding her bathroom, we were in pure fantasy mode. I found a gorgeous mirror and two perfect sconce lights. Pretty, pretty, pretty!…

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