What I Have Learned Thus Far

Since I started blogging I have learned a tremendous amount more about design, and creating a fabulous space. I always look to be different from the next in some way, and I see that it is paying off in my own home. We had a gathering the other day, and we received some wonderful compliments on my design.  The lessons that I have learned, now merge with spaces for potential clients that want that TamStyles effect on a doable budget.

So here are my design lessons:

1.) Long gone are the day of buying "living room sets" and "bedroom sets".... BYE BYE, it's been nice

2.) Buying in pieces gives the room more character. Like friends meeting up. Start with a sofa and build from there

3.) Patterns such as IKAT are timeless and look great on a small sofa, chair, and of course on a pillow

4.) If you don't have built in bookcases, buy one and adorn it with fabulous books and things of interest

5.) Stripes on a rug add some jazz where ever it's placed

6.) You cant go wrong with a chandelier as a light source. Instant glam where ever it is added. Kitchen, bathroom, bedroom...no rules

7.) Vintage redone is totally IN. Thrifting is a must

8.) Gray is the new beige. The right Gray though

9.) Black on the wall says your not afraid to take risks. I am working on that now

10.) Having a "milk" piece is essential. They are easy to find, and easy on the wallet if you look in the right place


11.) Trellis is a yes

12.) Chalkboard creations say: "I CAN DO THIS." It's easy to do. The hard part is trying to decide what to paint it on

XOXOX,

Tamara Styles

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