We all want a home that says 'Welcome' to ourselves, to others and to the world. Homes have never been a place where you just dump off all your stuff (although we can be guilty of this).
In my workshop, I teach quick tips to 'create your space' with a lot of storytelling. Like our ancestors who sat around fires and shared generational stories, we need to realize our homes are the place where this ancient art form can happen in our daily lives.
1- Grab a piece of paper and list 3 reasons 'why' you deserve to do this
2- Find FREE inspiration online- there has never in history been more photos to love. Drag and Save.
3- Be prepared to say 'goodbye' as easily as you say 'hello' to your stuff
4- Ask a trusted friend to give you 3 adjectives describing how your home 'feels' to them. Is it what you hoped for?
5- Realize this is a positive investment towards your overall wellbeing
6- You will be putting sweat equity into this transformation. Physically + Financially.
7- Decide what is your number ONE priority: Sleep, Relaxation, Social Interaction, Status, Organization....keep coming back to this with EVERY decision
8- If your space could talk, what would it say to you?
9- There are a million solutions, one will be perfect for you
10- Design for who you are now with a hint of who you dream of being in the near future
11- Clutter is the devil
12- 'Grow where you are planted'- no matter what has happened, today is a new opportunity
13- Forget the trends (unless they are really you, then keep it)
14- In each room, have something from your past, your present and your future
15- The human eye can discern 6.5 million different shades of color- you only need to love ONE for that accent wall
16- Go Green and make your choice a WIN-WIN (Low VOC paints, earth friendly fabrics)
17- Become a student of Design 101: Know your design principles- Scale/ proportion, Emphasis/ Focal Point, Balance, Repetition, Harmony
18- Stop coveting and look in the mirror for answers
19- Plan on inviting one stranger, neighbor, co-worker to your home. Just book the date, then you'll REALLY have to get moving to create your space. Nothing like company coming over to light a fire under you.
20- You will know it's right when you feel its right
21- Bring that vacation home with you
22- You are transforming yourself as you transform your space. Be patient with both
23- Interior Design is a lot of fun (remember that when you are sitting in traffic returning all those accessories)
24- If you have 'finished' designing your space; two things will happen- 1) you'll want to move onto another house 2) you'll want to move the furniture you just positioned perfectly around the house. So, enjoy the journey.
25- Be true to your budget. It brings the best kind of peace
26- If you can't find the 'perfect' ' fill in the blank ', there is a reason. There are no coincidences
27- Be aware of how much energy it takes to care for all that stuff you've collected. If its taken you a long time to collect, it might take a while to let go
28- Always, always take 'before' photos
29- Hiring a professional is worth its weight in gold. Do your homework, be prepared for meetings (they are not mind readers)
30- You are spiritually connected to your belongings. But, have they served their purpose? If the answer is yes, you could bring another person that same joy, peace or happiness by passing it on
31- What you see around you is how you see yourself and the world
I hope to see you at my 'Create Your Space' 3 hr workshop and Expo on March 31 in Central FL
We sold over 45 tickets last week on Living Social! Great turn out- so now, its your chance.
Special Guest Speaker Sharon Hanby-Robie ASID, QVC Resident Designer will be there to talk & autograph her book 'Beautiful Places, Spiritual Spaces', plus very special home decor vendors.
March 31st (location will be decided first week of March depending on attendees).
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