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Trend Alert: Green is the new Black + The Most Expensive Mistake

01/20/2025
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From trending green tiles to warm neutrals, discover how to avoid the most expensive renovation mistakes that cause 85% of homeowners stress during their build or remodel projects. Learn essential colour coordination tools and expert strategies to prevent costly finish selection errors, especially in today’s shifting design landscape where beige has joined the traditional black,…

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Best New Build Advice from Two Timeless Experts

01/16/2025
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Last Fall I discovered architect Brent Hull’s book, ‘Building a Timeless House in an Instant Age’, and met him for an interview when I arrived in Dallas for my True Colour Expert Training. We had such a rich conversation covering many overlooked considerations that go into designing and building a home. This video today is…

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5 Truths About Colour That Went Viral in 2024

12/30/2024
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2024 has been an incredible year for sharing expert colour advice through Instagram Reels! These top 5 performing reels have captured attention and helped countless homeowners like YOU make better design decisions through likes, shares, saves, and thoughtful comments. Let’s revisit these valuable nuggets of wisdom that will help guide your new build or renovation…

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Help! My New Sofa is Wrong

12/16/2024
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We’ve all done it, purchased a piece of furniture and panicked when we got home and it looked wrong. Read on, because chances are high that making it work and look right as rain is easier than you think! A dear reader sent me an image of her brand new sofa with a note.  Dear…

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Need to Choose a Paint Colour? Watch this First!

11/28/2024
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Choosing the perfect paint colour is so much easier than you think. And there’s no better time to do it than right now! I work very hard to try and make choosing colour easier for everyone! Paint colour takes up so much real estate that it really does impact your state of mind. There’s something…

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Why Timeless Homes are Rare

11/21/2024
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Today I’m sharing a visit I had with a fellow promoter of the timeless and classic aesthetic for home design. I was shocked to learn from him that only a sliver of a percent of homes ever see guidance from a knowledgeable architect. And this, sadly, is why a truly pretty house is a rare…

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Which colour should I paint my trim?

11/14/2024
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Which colour should I paint my trim? This is one of the most frequently asked questions I receive, and it’s no surprise since getting your trim colour wrong is an expensive mistake. Today, I’m breaking it down step-by-step in a YouTube video! You’re going to want to save it for when you need to make…

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DOs and DON’Ts on the Colour Drenching Trend

10/14/2024
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Lately there’s been a lot of social media out there about the Colour Drenching Trend and I’ve also been receiving a lot of messages with people asking what I think. I was watching Emily in Paris and realized the offices of the agency she works for in the show is filled with walls that are…

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Help! I Can’t Afford a Designer

10/07/2024
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When you’re looking to make an update to your space, you’ll likely focus on one element that bothers you or that you are prepared to change. But this approach most often creates a domino effect of changes that will need to be made in order to make that new change actually look right. I was…

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Buy THIS not THAT at HomeSense or HomeGoods

10/03/2024
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When we taped this video at HomeSense last week I walked out thinking, ‘Did I say anything good?’ because styling is the air that I breathe, so I was so happy when my Digital Content Manager sent me the video for approval because I realized there were so many good tips! Do not miss this…

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5 Dream Kitchen Details you will Regret in 2030

10/01/2024
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Kitchen trends come and go. If you’ve been following me, you know that I’m all about timeless choices for longevity. And for versatility in decorating. You don’t want to be bossed around by choices that were once interesting and now just feeling dated. Here are some trends that have come and will soon go. I…

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Where Do You Find Your People?

09/17/2024
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The best way to learn anything is with a mentor. Whether you’re starting out or trying to push through to the next level, there’s nothing like having the benefit of your mentor’s expertise. If you’re following me, it’s probably because my advice resonates with you. You might find yourself nodding your head in solidarity. And…

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What Inspired Me to Create a Community for You

09/12/2024
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As many of you know, my journey in the world of colour and design has been a deeply personal one. From the early days of launching my business to starting my blog in 2008 and growing an online audience, this journey has been filled with both incredible highs and valuable lessons along the way. But,…

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Is it time to make a change? A Magazine Worthy Success Story

09/09/2024
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Thinking about changing careers or taking a leap into design? I’ve been there. Before I discovered my passion for colour and design, I held various positions in the corporate world — but I knew it wasn’t for me. So, I truly love hearing from others who’ve made similar journeys. This former psychologist-turned-designer attended one of…

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5 Must-Have Design Details for a Timeless Home

08/08/2024
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Discover how to create a timeless home with versatile design elements and a neutral envelope, allowing you to effortlessly experiment with colour and style. This weeks video I’m going into greater detail on what a timeless home truly is so if you’re decorating, renovating or building a new home, you’ll want to watch this week’s…

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