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Is Pantone’s 2020 Color of the Year on your Wishlist? My Designer Gift Guide for 2019

12/06/2019
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It’s that time of year! Pantone announces its new colour of the year while we are making shopping lists and checking them twice. Pantone’s Colour of the Year for 2020 This year’s colour, is the safest, and most predictable yet. Classic Blue. Blue, the world’s favourite colour. Pantone haven’t announced… Continue Reading →


My Search for the Most Flattering Puffer Coat (I Found it)

12/04/2019
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Maria Killam, Lea Junttila, Elizabeth Jacobs My sister Elizabeth,  Lea and I are slightly obsessed with coats.  This season it got so out of control I had to share it with you! In my defense, we live in a mild but yet chilly climate (same as Seattle weather), so I’m always… Continue Reading →


An Inside Peak at How My Large Colour Boards are Produced

11/25/2019
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NEW! Sherwin-Williams Foundation Collection Last year we didn’t have our annual sale because my large painted colour boards are so popular our supplier couldn’t keep up with the demand! They kept saying, “It’s hard to find someone to do such a boring job,” and that’s why we couldn’t get them… Continue Reading →


The Best Faux Flocked Tree of 2019 is in my House

11/24/2019
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Last year I bought a fake green tree so I could decorate in November instead of waiting until the beginning of December for a real one. The previous three years I had real flocked trees and last year I really missed the white tree because I love how it highlights… Continue Reading →


Should I Buy a Black Sofa?

11/20/2019
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It’s no secret that dark colours are quickly becoming the new neutral, and this may be tempting you to buy a black sofa. But, here are a few decorating tips you should consider before you introduce the darkest colour in the largest piece of furniture in your room. If black… Continue Reading →


Sleep in a Cloud This Christmas + a Luxurious Giveaway!

11/17/2019
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I have often thought about ordering expensive Italian bedding because occasionally when we’ve stayed at a higher end hotel with fabulous sheets, I don’t want to get out of bed because I’m so comfortable. When Steve from Vero Linens asked if I’d like to try out his high-end Italian bedding,… Continue Reading →


How to Decorate with Black in a Bathroom (Don’t Overdo It)

11/13/2019
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Considering adding black to your bathroom design? Don’t underestimate the power of black. When you decorate with black in a bathroom, you are already working with the darkest colour, so don’t overdo it. I’ll show you how a subtle repeat of black is all you need for a classic bathroom… Continue Reading →


Ask Maria: How to Transition Paint Colours in an Open Concept Home

11/08/2019
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Your open concept floor plan can present some real decorating challenges — such as how to create flow from room to room with your paint colours. Here are my best decorating tips on how to transition paint colours in an open concept home. The open concept home popular in the… Continue Reading →


The Brightest Trends for Lighting in 2020

11/04/2019
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The biggest and brightest trends for lighting in 2020 are here! Changing out a lamp, pendant or chandelier can have a dramatic effect on the look and feel of any room so we’re coveting all the beautiful new trending shapes and materials in lighting. Just as we turn back the… Continue Reading →


Is Blogging Dead? 11 Ways to Make Money from your Blog

10/31/2019
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Maria Killam in 2008 (at a paint store where my system began) Eleven years ago on Halloween 2008 I started writing this blog. I’m always a little annoyed that my anniversary is on a date that is far from my favourite. I have no stomach for horror movies or anything… Continue Reading →


Top 2020 Colour Trends from Fall High Point Market

10/28/2019
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Here are the top colour trends that dominated High Point Market this fall. Join us as we explore room design styles, ideas and inspiration to help you incorporate some of the most-seen colour trends into your interior decor in 2020.  Two of my team members, Tricia Firmaniuk and Kristy Robb… Continue Reading →


The Biggest Wall Art Trends from High Point 2020

10/23/2019
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Art is the key to pulling together a pretty room and can also be the inspiration for your decorating colour palette. So, we’re sharing the biggest wall art trends we discovered at this year’s High Point Market. This post is written by Tricia Firmaniuk our Senior Colour Designer. Terreeia and… Continue Reading →


Inside My Specify Colour with Confidence Workshop

10/17/2019
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Here’s a look inside my Specify Colour with Confidence workshop from two new True Colour Experts in the Chicago class. I recently hired  a new Colour Designer, Larkin Owens, for our very busy eDesign department and Social Media Manager, Kristy Robb. And just in time to attend my Chicago workshop… Continue Reading →


2020 Trend Colours of the Year: Here’s What You Need to Know

10/16/2019
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It’s that time of year when paint companies announce their 2020 colours of the year. You might wonder how to make sense of it. Here’s what you need to know from a true colour expert. I used to think that the 2020 trend colours of the year (COTY) were a… Continue Reading →


Get Instant Halloween Vibes from Markus’ 10th Birthday Party

10/14/2019
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Can you see the happy smile in the cobwebs? (I don’t like horror at all so I’m not surprised I would accidentally create a happy face, haha) My nephew Markus’ 10th birthday is in October. This year he decided he wanted a Halloween themed birthday party and since I was… Continue Reading →


4 Steps to Shopping Online Like a Boss

10/09/2019
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A step-by-step guide to learn how to put together a room you love, regardless of budget size. Use these designer trade tips and tricks to start shopping online like a boss.  When I present the How to Shop Online/How to Work with Clients via eDesign training on Day 3 of… Continue Reading →


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