This coming Tuesday night at 7:00pm we will tackle one of life’s biggest mysteries, “What is your Decorating Style? “
This is week three (of six) in the interior design series, sponsored by the City of Tigard.
If you have photos of your home, you are welcome to bring them along on Tuesday night. (You can also [...]
Archive for June, 2008
The Dream of Designing Interiors
Tuesday, June 24th, 2008 by Angela ToddMost of us think interior designers have the best job in the world. It is wonderful, but being in business for yourself isn’t fun all day, everyday. I love this video a colleague shared with me from YouTube.
This makes me laugh and cringe because of it’s truth. Most people are envious of a designer’s job, [...]
Home Staging - KXL On-Air Appearance
Sunday, June 22nd, 2008 by Angela ToddIf you missed my live chat today with Brian Bushlach live on KXL 750 AM, we discussed home staging in the current real estate market. Here is a recorded audio clip of the Home and Wealth Show from today. (Select the August 22nd show.)
Closeout Furniture Sales
Thursday, June 19th, 2008 by Angela ToddLike me, you have probably noticed a large number of retailers advertising furniture closeout sales in the past few months. In Beaverton, Oregon near Washington Square, several stores announced bankruptcy closeouts in sequence over the past several months. First Levitz, Wickes and then Bassett Furniture.
We all love the idea of a bargain, and the bankrupty [...]
A One Day Room Makeover for as little as $500
Thursday, June 19th, 2008 by Angela ToddCall me an optimist, but I see my interior design and redesign business continuing to grow this year and the next and the next. Some still see interior design as a luxury item for the pampered few, but more and more people are realizing that hiring a designer and/or decorator is a great way to [...]
Pattern Blending Fabric Like a Pro
Tuesday, June 17th, 2008 by Angela ToddOur ability to pattern blend is what separates us from the animals. It is our God given right as the king of the animal kingdom… It is right up there with walking on two feet.
Great pattern blending will turn a good design project into something exceptional. If blended well, the room will be a personalized, [...]
Real People Real Houses
Sunday, June 15th, 2008 by Angela ToddI recently found out through the Interior Design Society about Real People Real Houses a web site where homeowners, architects, contractors, interior designers, and interior decorators post their before and after interior design projects. Others in the community have an opportunity to post comments and ask questions about your projects too.
The site is hosting [...]

