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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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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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A Blue Kitchen Refresh Before & After

08/26/2024
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We love a great eDesign before and after! Today I have a wonderful kitchen transformation to share with you! We recently received some after photos from our lovely client Tanja who purchased a Kitchen refresh eDesign package. One lesson of many that you’ll learn in either of my live workshops is that blue marries very…

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The Secret to a Memorable Dining Experience

08/15/2024
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Good atmosphere is noteworthy in restaurants these days. Most restaurants eagerly embrace a minimal decor aesthetic because it seems simple and budget friendly. But hey, if I’m patronizing your restaurant, I’m there for the atmosphere and experience as much as the food. Otherwise, I might as well order take out.  This week I was in…

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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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The Best Bathroom Flooring Choices for Your Home

07/29/2024
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r When it comes to choosing a floor for your bathroom, beautiful options are not as plentiful as you might think. I recently received this question: “I Googled for advice on what to do when your whites don’t match and came across your site. I started a small bathroom project and I’m at a stage…

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What Everyone Should Know About Warm Neutrals

06/25/2024
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The last post I wrote about beige was May 2022 because my clients have been asking for ‘darker whites’ and ‘warmer neutrals’ for a couple years now. And I had to include this comment from a follower who works in a paint store who confirmed that yes, people are starting to ask for paint colours…

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Why a Beige Kitchen is a Tricky Design Project

05/23/2024
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I know I’ve been declaring beige is back for awhile, but then it happened. An Instagram and TikTok celebrity/influencer shared about her renovation recently and all the things that went wrong. When I watched it I thought at first that she was generous to share what NO ONE would normally share.  But then I realized…

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The Truth About the most Popular White Paint Colours

05/06/2024
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The best white exterior paint colours are not what you think! If you simply Google the best white paint colours, you’ll get a list of popular choices. However, these white paint colours will NOT look good on exteriors. Here’s why. In 2022 I posted an update to my Exterior Colour Selection Masterclass about how the…

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13 Easy Styling Ideas (You Can Use Right Now)

04/18/2024
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There is no better way to share my best decorating tricks than to show you how easy it is to transform a space with what’s already there. Even if you’re working with pieces that might not be your favourite, you can mix a little resourceful creativity along with tried and true styling tips. And I…

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Why We Love the Black and White Trend

04/15/2024
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Last week I wrote this post outlining all the black moments I have in my home. Because many of you have noticed that I, too, decorate with black in this black and white trend. Hey, I don’t dislike black. Here’s the thing. Some of us still need to know when to hit PAUSE on choosing…

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A Tour of the Black Accents in my Home

04/08/2024
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Sunday morning I had coffee with my sisters and my Mom in our living room. One of my sisters said someone she follows on Instagram had just tiled their entire bathroom black and painted the rest of the walls–including the ceiling–black to match. She revealed the completed bathroom on her reels along with copy that…

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16 Expert Styling Tips for Any Budget

04/04/2024
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This weeks Colour Rescue™ is the reveal of the third suite I decorated for Wilma’s Transition Society. This makeover combines the generosity of some donated decor and a little styling magic. But the result is anything but ordinary. Here are the previous suites I decorated at the transition house for women and children… Here and…

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How Maria Saved Me from a Trendy Black Kitchen

01/22/2024
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Today’s post is a guest post from a True Colour Expert and long time dear friend Claire Jefford. She’s sharing her process for creating her stunning colourful kitchen. Maria’s colour training marks a significant milestone in my design career. Hearing Maria articulate why neutral undertones are an important colour consideration and how not all whites…

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