Olympic Manor Neighborhood
/This is a jewel of a neighborhood. Big fat views, tons of kids, friends to walk with, Trick or Treat heaven, Magical Holiday lights, beautiful sunsets and in the city.
Be a Force! 2020 is Your Year!
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We all need renewal and new beginnings. It’s good for the soul to be sure. Some of us spent November being Grateful, December-Giving and now let’s make January-The Launch. Celebrated with clients today and we talked about vision boards, dreaming big, planning big and not fearing.
Here are some ideas to get you launched!
Clean up your office, studio or work space.
Messy offices can clutter your head and create a backlog of paperwork. Get ‘er done!
2. Sort your mail daily.
You know it is only a 2.5 minute task that needs doing.
3. Sign up for daily inspiration.
My favorite is tut.com . Each day you will receive an email with 1 or 2 lines. For sure you are gonna smile and most definitely laugh out loud. It’s good stuff about loving your life… (You’re welcome)
4. A Netflix show to get you organizing: Tidying Up with Marie Kondo
One cannot help but love this sweet woman who gently teaches you to get rid of and organize your stuff.
If anything, it will at least get you to look at your home and your “stuff” differently.
5. Less Talking and More Listening
It’s just all around good when listening happens more than talking…
6. Get more Sleep and Drink more Water
Ya’ll know that goes without saying but it is often a good reminder.
7. Create a Vision Board with Action Steps
I guided a group of family and friends, with the help from my sister Sue, on creating vision boards. They loved the part of cutting out of magazines but did not like the more difficult part of the action steps.
8. Be of Service
Volunteering or giving is a great way to get those “life is good” vibes. I promise you-it works!
9. Make a quick list of 10 things you would like to do this year.
Post it where you will see it. One year I had something as simple as “Order a cheese plate". Weird, I know but I would so often pass on that in restaurants and it was something I just loved. I finally did it at the very end of the year.
10. Do Something that Scares You.
Step out of that comfort zone and take a different route. Maybe a solo road trip, a bit of networking, a job change perhaps, talking to strangers,or take a trip with my high school girlfriends. That’ll scare the crap out of you!
My husband and I were at a bar and a young gal approached us and asked us what our names were and what was our favorite movie. She said she was new to Seattle and this helped her get to know people. That would be scary for me.
There you have it. Your 2020 list.
I am proud of you already!
Windermere Neighborhood Staging
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When I think how challenging this project was I want to go to sleep again. It’s good for us to be pushed to keep improving at our game of staging. We switched furniture up many many times until most of us agreed to the final look. Takes a team for sure.
Listing by Maider & Knowles of Windermere, Design Build by Thomas Blaike Group and Staging by some exhaused Stager Girls at Open House LLC.
Ballard Neighborhood
/Of course this went pending quickly…it is adorable. A sweet Ballard home that got even better after we staged it. It shows you just how cute a place can look despite a few dated aspects of the home.
Listing by Windermere agent Jay Nemitz and staging by the rock star Open House team.
Gift Giving Suggestions
/Yay! December is here!
Let the gift giving begin!! Presenting you with a list of carefully curated and affordable gift ideas. If you are looking for more ideas or furniture pieces then head to our SHOP.
Let’s start with the TEENS & YOUNG ADULTS on your list.
And for the men in your life…
This category is easy peasy.
Capitol Hill Coolness
/This was another creative, colorful and ever-so-fun staging project. And…since it is our friends at Team Diva Real Estate we always like to get a fab bar cart in the mix. (Thanks Jen-you get better at your bar carts every day).
Thank you Team Diva for hiring us and for this hip-ola listing! Photography is by the talented John Wilbanks and the bad ass staging was done by the girls of Open House.
December Decorating
/We are getting you started on some fabulous holiday decor ideas. These Stager Girls are all about decorating and decor. It is always nice to celebrate the season and take things up a notch. Here are a few of our favorites.
Enjoy and shop awayyyyy!
We will also be coming out with our gift guide so stick around for that.
Sandpoint Neighborhood-Seattle
/OMG! Who would NOT want to live here. A golf course at your finger tips, views galore, lovely homes and a great location. The downside? Save up for your Halloween candy because this place gets hit hard. Plan on hundreds on trick or treat-ers.
Listing by Steven Isaacson for Windermere Real Estate, Staging by the fine team at Open House Staging.
November Fall Decor Ideas
/Typically our fall decor is rustic, natural and simple. Soon enough we will move into the Christmas season and gravitate to rich deep colors, drama and sparkle. But for now, let’s enjoy the natural tones, warm nubby knits & a more earthy vibe.
Here are some fun suggestions. Enjoy the fall…
Just Click & Shop!!
Beautiful New Construction
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We loved the flow and the finishes on the huge family home.
Listing by Brad Knowles for Windermere Real Estate & staging by those dedicated peeps at Open House Staging.
Change Your Space! Fall has arrived.
/We gotcha covered here when it comes to decorating for fall. It is a perfect time to shake up some spaces by adding rich tone and textured throw pillows, maybe a bit of cheesy Halloween decorations, classic pumpkins, moody candles (well, I think candles can be moody), a fur throw.
Want some shopping ideas? Here you go….
Head over to our SHOP if you want even more ideas. I just don’t want to overwhelm you!
