How much does it cost to decorate a house?
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DIY vs. Interior Designers With HGTV, Pinterest, Houzz and alllll the design inspiration and ideas out there, it feels a lot like it’s DIY vs. interior designers. Interior design looks easy, and I can totally understand why people try to DIY when it comes to…
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How much does it cost to decorate a living room? It seems like one of those well-guarded secrets: how much does it cost to decorate a living room? Whenever I have a consultation call with a potential new client, I always ask what they’ve set…
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Mustard and mint? Florals and geometrics? BRING IT ON. You know I love a little unexpected mix. And this Mid-Century master bedroom was just screaming for some personality and a little sex appeal. The home, built in 1961, had some funky features like a built-in…
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You know you’ve done it at some paint – made a mistake when painting your home. Whether it’s skimping on the required prep, choosing paint colors before anything else, or skipping painting a sample area first, you’ve probably made one of these mistakes. (I sure…
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Now, don’t die of shock: 4 of the 6 best paint colors for walls, trim, and cabinets I’ve chosen are neutrals. That’s right. Your color-loving designer pal has chosen white, greys, and even BEIGE as her favorites! There is a method to my madness, I…
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It’s true – I may have gone on record stating that my mission is “to banish beige from Waco.” I’ve been pretty verbal about my distaste for ubiquitous neutrals that have taken over this town, along with fake farmhouse style and faux shiplap. I see…
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Every designer has their go-to styling kit – those must-have accessories to finish off a room and add the final decorative touches. So what’s in my styling toolbox at Lesley Myrick Art + Design? Here are the accessories that I use regularly to style a…
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Have you ever thought about how to style your room for an online video meeting? If you’ve ever virtually met with someone on FaceTime, Zoom, Skype, GoToMeeting, Google Hangouts, or other video conferencing software, you know that what’s seen behind you matters. Everything in the…
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I know, I know – interior designers make styling look easy! But if you’ve ever tried to accessorize your living room, arrange a bookshelf, or style your kitchen countertop, you know it’s not as easy as it looks. That’s why I’m sharing my cheat sheet…
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I’ve been so excited to share this before and after of a fresh and cozy Waco living room with you! This client loves farmhouse vibes but wanted more color, pattern, and energy than just white, grey, and shiplap can bring to a space. This living…
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