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The 10 Posts You Loved Most in 2023

12/26/2023
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Today I want to express my love and gratitude to you all for being part of my colourful community! Thank you for being here! It’s been an exciting year, turning our new house into a home. There is still plenty to do, but decorating this house is such a joy! I look forward to sharing…

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Say Goodbye to These 5 Colour Trends in 2024

12/21/2023
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Hey! It’s that time of year when everyone is declaring their naughty and nice list when it comes to trends. And a lot of them really are as fluffy as Santa lists, honestly. Well this is what’s on my naughty list this year. So full disclaimer – if you’ve just completed a project in your…

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Create Your Dream Home or Your Dream Colour Business

12/18/2023
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I have some exciting news: we’ve created another version of my renowned colour training tailored to home projects! As well as an in depth live event for pros and designers! It’s going to be sensational new year. I can hardly believe I’ve been teaching my system to designers, enthusiasts and homeowners for 13 years now!…

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5 Common Decorating Mistakes in the Dining Room

12/14/2023
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Does your dining room feel blah and underused despite the good quality furniture you invested in? Does it lack a look that says someone with style lives here? Do you end up entertaining around your kitchen island instead? The average dining room suffers from a lack of colour, that collected feel, and most of all,…

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Holiday Living Room Mood Board: Before & After

12/12/2023
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When it comes to home projects, there is nothing more important than having a plan. I can’t stress the power of mood boards enough! And creating mood boards is much easier than you think!  Read on for my thoughts on Pantone’s 2024 Colour of the Year! I recently received this question from a reader who…

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Colour Myths You Should Stop Believing Right Now; Ep. 1

12/07/2023
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Choosing the right paint colour is much easier than you think. How do I know? Because outside of my better-informed colour community, the conversation around choosing colour too quickly tips into the mystical qualities of light and subjectivity. And I can tell you that in my 25 years of experience as a colour expert, these…

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The Biggest Mistake Everyone Makes with Counter Stools

11/28/2023
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I see this over and over in kitchens everywhere. And I think I’m especially noticing it now that the strongest colour on the planet is trending. With so many black kitchens and islands everywhere, the biggest mistake I’m noticing is that there is zero contrast between the chairs and the island. Case in point, I…

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Colour Rescue: Decorating a Spare Bedroom

11/16/2023
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There is nothing like a dramatic room transformation! It makes me so happy! Adding colour and styling will bring YOU joy too. If you live in the lower mainland (and we will be back in Calgary or Edmonton soon), send me your photos! You could be featured on my next Colour Rescue.  I completed two…

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Maria’s 2023 Holiday Gift Guide for the Decorator

11/06/2023
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Looking for the perfect gift for your friend, partner, mother or sister who has an eye for design and a passion for creating beautiful spaces? Today I’m sharing my Holiday Gift List for the inner decorator in your life. You know, that special person in your life who  loves to make their home beautiful every…

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Colour Rescue: Let’s Rescue Your White Ceilings!

11/02/2023
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Ever since I shared my first colourful ceiling, I get lots of questions about choosing a paint colour for your ceiling that’s not white! Well, today I’m sharing all the details to help you choose a colourful ceiling. This week’s Colour Rescue episode is about ceilings. Do they all have to be white? This is…

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