A Little Help From Your Friends
Another source for ideas is your friends. Now that you’re thinking about decorating, look around you. Be more observant. Probably the people you like have homes you like, since their home reflects who they are. Sometimes you’ll be surprised. More often than not, you’ll see ideas that you can bring into your own home.
When you do see things you like, be bold and ask for sources, recommendations, and advice. Most people are happy to share this information and you will have a place to start for your project.
Stepping Out
Retail stores hire professional window dressers to prepare their window displays. That goes for furniture stores, too. Often stores are set up like rooms in a house. These arrangements are set up by decorators experienced in putting displays together to make the most of what they have. See how they combine colors, furniture, and accessories. Can you use their display ideas in your home?