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I remember when I first wanted to open my interior design business - KG Style Designs, there was so much information on the world wide web and too much to choose from. It was overwhelming so I wanted to put this series together to give my followers a more step by step informational packet.  

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On Today's episode of Design Tip Tuesday....

Mix it up! Have fun with your design. We don't match all of our chairs in the living room so the same goes with the dining space. 

For the holidays, make the chairs that you do own - festive. Add some holiday themed seat covers to spice up the look. 

Here are some great example of mixing up your dining chairs.

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The Holidays are coming and that means fun, food and parties!!! It also means stress for the person hosting it! But don't fret - we got you covered! Just purchase a design board and we will help you design your very own party! With shopping list links, carefully planned out ideas and information on a few DIY's to make your holiday event or holiday decor as easy and as economical as possible, these inspiration boards are a MUST HAVE!

The Thanksgiving Inspiration Board will show you how to design your table with class and elegance in the colors and textures that are all common and traditional in Thanksgiving and Fall Decor. 
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The Winter Wonderland is our most popular board yet! It reminds people of a White Christmas.This design  features soft blues, silvers and white to make up a gorgeous home decor or event that shimmers and shines in holiday glamour. 

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These 2 Traditional boards are full of Traditional Christmas inspiration, traditional colors of red, white and green and sophisticated glamour all wrapped up in one.

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But what are Inspiration Boards?

Inspiration Boards are an essential tool to the event planning process. For weddings, baby showers, children's birthday parties and everything in between. Generally speaking, they are a collaboration of photos, colors, fabrics, textures and anything else that can inspire an event idea. These are mixed together to create a concrete visual idea of the design the client would love to have. 

Whether you have a small or large budget we can help by providing you with photos for inspiration and links to resources to purchase products or instructions to do-it-yourself-projects.

INCLUDES:
• Photos of inspiration plus links to products. These may include invitations, party favors, place cards, centerpieces, etc.

What I will need from you: event, date, theme you need help with, any other information that would help in the planning, an email for communication

Please allow 3-6 days to research photos and product information.

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On Today's episode of Design Tip Tuesday....

Families are rediscovering the simple pleasures of relaxing and entertaining in the comfort of their own backyards. Transforming an ordinary yard into a convenient, functional space makes a get-together even more enjoyable and an outdoor kitchen is the perfect addition. Having an outdoor cooking area with stations for preparation, cooking and cleanup not only makes it easier to entertain but also allows the host to be a part of the party by keeping them out of the indoor kitchen and rather where they should be–with friends and family outside.

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Just like the kitchen in your home, an outdoor kitchen can be designed for your lifestyle, budget, or available space. While a simple layout may be perfect for a family who likes to grill occasionally during the summer months, a couple who entertains regularly may desire something more elaborate that also includes a refrigerator, burner and sink. Or, perhaps adding a Kamado Egg grill would be the perfect complement to the chef's creations. 

With Gensun's collection of easy-to-assemble outdoor kitchens, the beauty and convenience of al fresco backyard entertaining is close within reach. There is no need for specialized equipment or expensive construction techniques. These elegant and customizable kitchens can be assembled within a few hours using simple household tools.

You can go beyond a basic barbecue grill by adding pieces to tailor-make the ideal outdoor kitchen that meets your precise design and size requirements. There is a wide range of cabinets, drawer units and countertops with various configurations and finishes as well as a variety of stylish cooking and cooling surfaces to complete the look of your kitchen.

Whether it's a few square feet or a couple hundred, a beautiful outdoor kitchen can fit in your backyard and casual outdoor lifestyle.

Question for you: Do you have an outdoor kitchen or is it something you'd like in the future?

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Since today is client shopping day, we decided to make this post about a question we get asked of us a lot. 

We are, Touched by KG Style Designs. A full service interior design firm.  We also have what is called an interactive website with tips on home design, beauty and health tips and inspirational articles. We also have a section of curated home decor collections for you to choose from.Our main goal is to design your space into something so beautiful, you'd never want to leave but we have learned along the way, that it takes more than just a home design to make a person feel happy. So we of course came up with our new company focus, "Life Redesigned." You can read all about it here. 

Today's episode will touch on eDesign or e-decorating, or online interior design, and what it is!! We've gotten a lot of questions so here is the gist of what it is. 

Edesign is basically a thought out plan for your interior space that is done COMPLETELY virtually. We use the same tools that we would if we traveled to your home but the legwork is done by you or your contractor.  We guide you through the entire process through emails and chats. 

We offer a wide range of things to choose from so it doesn't have to be just a full scale interior design plan but you can pick and choose which things you need help in and go from there. 

SAMPLE DESIGN BOARD

• Design Boards: Used to show you items that could potentially work in your home and creating a visual board so that you can see visually how your designed space will come together. 
• Color Consultation: Picking and choosing the right colors for your space.
• Space Planning: Crucial for any space. Helps determine proper use of space and flow.
• Lighting Plan: Help you create great lighting which is detrimental to each space. Lighting can make a room look larger or smaller.
• Window Treatments
• Accessories: The design board above is an accessories designed board - used to help the client give the room she was designing, it's finishing touches. We give you choices in accessories, art work and we choose a lot of things from our own collections.
• Ask a Designer: While this blog is full of design tips, if you do have a specific design question, we provide a more in depth answer to your dilemma. And last but not least: 
• Full Service Design Package: which includes pretty much all the above along with a fantastic shopping list and if required, some DIY projects.

Hope this answers your edesign questions and you can always check out our design services here.

Bookmark our website and blog and think of us when wanting to design your space.  We look forward to working with each and every one of our fantastic followers and repeat clients. As always, if you''re not already, take a moment to subscribe. Fill out the form down below and enjoy the benefits of being a Cool Kid.

The playroom can sometimes be a room that falls by the waist side. Even though it's tempting to let the toys overflow and take over, there are some really cool ways to get the space you need for you and for the kids without looking like a cluttered mess. Here's a few inspirational rooms that will allow for an engaging and fun times with the kids. 

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Here’s how to get the look :

1.      Ikea Mammut Collection

2.      Beige Area Rug from Ikea

3.      35 DIY Teepee Tutorials from It’s Jello

4.      Sofab Coco Sofa from Overstock.com

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Here’s how to get the look :

1.      Pottery Barn Kids Build Your Own “Cameron” System

2.      Kellytoy Monkey Plush from Amazon

3.      Axis Sleeper Sofa in Coffee from Crate & Barrel

4.      Melissa & Doug Eisel from Toys r Us

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Here’s how to get the look :

1.      Chalkboard Paint and Tutorial from Benjamin Moore

2.      50 Pack of Colored Pencils from Wal Mart

3.      Scalloped Wall Shelf (similar from Wayfair)

4.      Paper Roll and Holder from Ikea

5.      Garfield Plushie from Amazon

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Here’s how to get the look :

1.      Gingham Bean Bag Chair from Amazon

2.      Bunting Textiles from Ikea Children’s

3.      Magnet Board from Staples and Alphabet Magnets from Toys R Us

4.      Expedit Shelving Unit from Ikea

5.      Foam Puzzle Mat from Amazon

 Hope you enjoyed these inspirational ideas for your children's playroom. If you're not already, please take a moment to subscribe in the form down below and become a member of the Cool Kids for ideas, tips, giveaways and store specials!! 

Thanks Friends!

So you've decorated your home and all ready to receive trick or treaters? But how do you get them there?  Instead of just handing out candy, here's a few tips to entertain them.

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1. Lighting is crucial!!! Here's why? If they see your front entrance is dark, they will assume you have no candy for them and they will move on to the next house. If what you are creating is a creepy atmosphere, just leave something on - a pumpkin with a light on..a dimly lit porch light, a skull head with lighted eyes (you get the picture) - ANYTHING that will let them know you are interested in their knocking.

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2. Decorate, decorate, decorate. Nothing beats a non-knocked on door than no decorations. Have something up and make it as creative as you can.  I suggest making it visual to all aged kids since you might scare the little ones off. Here's a cool trick: Have something interactive such as a scary witch (or any interactive creature) in front of the door that will either say something to greet your guests. Jut remember, don't make it too scary!

3. Have some good candy! Nothing will stop the train of trick-or-treaters knocking on your door than bad candy! Trust me, word gets around. Don't give out healthy items like raisins and granola bars. I'm sure their parents will look through their baskets anyway and it's Halloween..it is what they look forward to. 

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4. Dress the part but don't act too creepy! Halloween is a time for fright but don't scare the kids away. Jumping out of bushes or opening the door as Michael Myers is going to garnish nothing but screams and runs and like I said before, word gets around...they will NOT come back!! 

5. Enjoy yourself!! Bring out your inner child - at least for one day and enjoy the trick-or-treaters that come to your door. For one day, forget your worries, your troubles, your stresses and just let go and have fun!! If the parents allow you, take pics of the coolest costumes and if they are neighborhood kids, make a collage and place it outside your door for them to enjoy the week after.

Question for you: Will you be entertaining trick-or-treaters? Share with us some tips on how you do it. 

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Happy Halloween, friends!!!

Lighting is an extremely important component in completing a space. When done properly, it can give form to a room, warm a dark corner, highlight a favorite piece of art, or create just the right mood. In a bedroom, the right lighting can go from dark and gloomy to sexy in a matter of watts. :P Choose lighting by your bedside that can go from reading to ...well, you know!

A headboard is the statement piece in any bedroom.Without one, a room looks undone and a tad bit juvenile. Go for an oversized headboard in a fabric that can go with any bed sheets and color palette such as beige, natural grays and soft hues. 

You don't have to use a traditional headboard. Anything as long as its paired correctly, will work to make the area around your bed pop - thus creating an elegant space. Use picture frames (pictured below) or even hang a curtain with a rod behind your bed.(pictured above!)

If you missed it: Read our full article "Slip into Something Sexy: Your Bedroom Makeover" for a step-by-step guide on how to transform your bedroom from drab to fab! 

Question for you: Do you have a headboard in your bedroom?