| Nikki+2 | 06-07-2008 05:53 AM |
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Originally Posted by Wylie's Mom
(Post 2034956)
I always think the most helpful thing to do is start a collection/folder of tear-sheets. In other words, look through magazines and anything that you truly like in terms of decoration - tear it out. At some point, you'll start to understand just what you're currently attracted to with design/color/style - and what might be timeless vs. trendy. I find it helps a lot. :)
| That is exactly what I did when we were building our current house and it was an enormous help. I used a 3 ring binder with clear page protectors so I could slip magazine pages in. I included everything that appealed to me down to wall colors and window treatments. As I bought things for our home I replaced my "suggestions" with the things I bought. A page from the furniture store with a picture of my couch, a sample of a blind and paint chips for example. It's broken down by room. I also have my floor plan and window dimensions in it. That was handy while I was shopping and it's really helpful now for reference.
If you just tear out pages from magazines that appeal to you, a theme will eventually turn up.:) | 