Cheap Thrills Decor Buzz

My Client’s Rock!!

cheapthrillsdecor — Wed, 12 May 2010 13:40:32 +0000

I have to say, I have the BEST clients. In most instances, I have to be dragged away from their homes kicking and screaming when our project ends. We have formed a bond through their project. I have seen most of them at their best and worst and many in their pajamas too! The good news is that we usually stay in touch and hopefully one of us devises a new plan or project so that we never really cut the cord.

One of my clients wrote the greatest recommendation on Angie’s List for us.

“Bob and Jami walked us through every step of the redesign and remodel projects from Oct-May. Came out to meet with us in person when any questions arose, and were available to communicate via email, text and phone almost anytime day or night, weekend or weekday. Worked many Saturdays in order to get finished faster. Worked with our budget and provided options to save but also encouraged us to spend our money for maximum impact and longevity. Their staff of carpenters, painters, laborers, and designers were always friendly and energetic. Their contracted services were quick and any problems that arose were handled quickly and exceeded our expectations.”

This made me so giddy! I felt like Sally Fields winning the Oscar, “You like me, you really like me.”

As a designer I strive to make all of my client’s happy by doing creative, budget-friendly work. I want them to be “Wowed” by my ideas and service. And although I don’t have a red carpet to walk and don’t get an award in the end….I walk away with a new friend and a happy heart!

I LOVE my job and clients~!

Shout Out

cheapthrillsdecor — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 04:35:06 +0000

Thanks HGTV for the Shout Out!!

http://blog.hgtv.com/design/2010/03/26/budget-aka-brilliant-wall-decor/

Out On A Limb!

cheapthrillsdecor — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 04:14:04 +0000

I LOVE my job. One of the perks is meeting cool people. I recently met a spunky 12-year-old girl that really inspired me. She loves so many things about life — football, geckos, nature, red, gold and circles are just a few things we discussed in our initial meeting. I left that meeting knowing that I needed to WOW this girl and give her a space that is as special and unique as she is.

Lily pulling down the Marian Barber fathead!

First things first — Lily needed to pull down the fatheads so that we could get started!! We began the makeover by painting her walls French Roast and her ceiling metallic gold. Then, we painted a gold tree branch across the walls and added red paper leaves for effect.

AFTER

We built a custom headboard using alternating wood slats and also added custom red patent leather cornice boards. We added in a “Wall of Fame” for her football jerseys (yes, she plays!) and a shelving for her trophies.

Bookcase and shelving

Wall of Fame and Gold Magnet Board

I love how the room turned out — a unique color scheme and design for a very inspired girl who inspired this girl to go out on a limb!

Bathing By Candlelight

cheapthrillsdecor — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 04:32:58 +0000

A gorgeous spa bathroom is a must-have when you are a mom of a toddler! Nothing says AHHH like a hot bath and glass of wine. And, ”AHHH” is exactly what we gave the Hortons this month when we did a major overhaul on their bathroom.

Custom vanities, flooring, lighting and wall finishes make this bathroom a great retreat

We took the bathroom down to the studs and started over with a new tub and shower area, custom cabinetry, unique tile work and creative metallic wall finishes.

The bathroom has a chic spa-like vibe and a lock on the door — what else do you need??

Dude!

cheapthrillsdecor — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 04:53:48 +0000

I have a special place in my designer heart for boy’s rooms. Being the mom of 3 boys myself, I know room ideas for the dudes can be lame (as my boys would say). Guys today need spaces as rad as they are and with just as much energy.

We recently finished Evan’s room and I think it captured his vibe completely!

We started by painting his walls and then adding a metallic silver and bronze wave above his bed. We threw in some custom pillows on his sea blue bedding.

Metallic bronze study lounge with custom desk and accessories

Custom bathroom accessories

She’s Crafty!

cheapthrillsdecor — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 23:48:46 +0000

I LOVE being crafty! The thought of a room filled with colored pencils, paper, glue and glitter get me all fired up. I think all women are really just adorable 6 year-old-girls at heart that thrive on cutting out paperdolls and making glitter hearts. A craft room is just the fix for a life’s creative blocks .

Craft rooms needs to inspre. Check out these inspiring craft room designs.

They also need good storage, lighting and task areas. We made this green custom scrapbooking table as well as this storage cabinet made from found objects,

My Turn

cheapthrillsdecor — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 22:39:52 +0000

Designers are definitely the cobbler’s kids. We beautify the world but when it comes to our own spaces there is not much left in the creative savings account. This year I hired myself to makeover a few rooms.

I started with the dining room. I have to come clean, we NEVER use this space. I designed a curvy custom booth in metallic blue green leather and nail head detailing to give it a trendy restaurant appeal. The walls were painted aqua and then given a bronze metallic glaze for depth. I stamped the walls and added some bling for effect. I love how it turned out and we have actually starting using it more.

Our formal living room has become a library/music room. At any given time there is someone reading on the couch while another is trying to form the new Jonas Brothers. Amps and guitars usually fill the space. I wanted this room to have a whimsical feel while also giving a nod to the library aspect. I went with a tree and poem wall that I think rocks the space. This Robert Frost poem has always been a favorite and it now serves as a reminder to take the road less traveled (I have definitely always taken the scenic route).

Master Bedrooms are always last on most of my client’s design to do lists. I definitely advise against this. But, I’m a “do as I say and not as I do” kind of gal. The master suite was not really on my radar for this project go-round. But, it somehow made the cut. We painted the walls a pewter metallic with a putty swirl design. We added pops of orange with the vintage sofa, bedding and art.

Creative people need creative spaces. For my office, we went with a large stripe on the walls with a dark aqua and candle light metallic paint combination. The desk was made from my dads old workshop table (I love this touch). I finally got a chandelier in my office along with all of my favorite books and pictures surrounding me. No excuses now…I better get the design whip crackin!

I finally got my turn!!!!! And, I would definitely recommend my designer…she was great!

Go Wild With Style

cheapthrillsdecor — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 23:00:01 +0000

Sometimes you just have to hear the call of the wild…especially if you are a tween looking for a wild new room. We had a grrrreat time helping Jadyn go from a little girl space to a room fit for the queen of the jungle.

Metallic blue walls and a custom zebra wall

We started with Metallic blue walls and a custom painted zebra wall. The zebra is black gloss and candlelight white metallic. We added a custom high gloss tufted black leather headboard for heightened drama. The look was finished with custom bedding.

We completed the look with custom painted found marquis letters with peace signs and bling for added unique wild style!

Fabulous, Fancy and Four!

cheapthrillsdecor — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 03:34:03 +0000

I LOVE the books about Fancy Nancy and all of her fabulous fancy exploits. She is always looking for a way to bling out her room, dog or sister. My favorite part of this mini stylista is her fancy lingo…like “ooo la la”.

So, when our smallest new client said she wanted a room fit for Fancy Nancy, I was soooo ecstatic (that’s a fancy word for happy). We painted her walls a fancy green with extra large flowers. Made a custom bed with gorgeous curvy lines and added the uber fancy details, ala Cheap Thrills Decor.

Her bath suite also got the royal treatment with painted tiaras and French vocabulary painted right on the walls. We added a little bedazzling for added poshness. “ooo la la” painted right above the potty is GENIUS!

Her play room is absolutely sublime with lilac walls, embellished window treatments (painted) and wall decor fit for only the fanciest girl in the land! Nancy has nothing on this girl!!

Wash Away the Blahs

cheapthrillsdecor — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 02:42:53 +0000

Who says that laundry rooms has to be boring?? The land of the lost socks and stinky football gear (at least in my house!) needs love too. If you dread this room like the Swine Flu then your clothes aren’t the only thing that needs s fresh start. Wash that blah right out of your room!!

Start with the walls. Unless you plan to entertain in your laundry room then casual, whimsical and fun is the direction. Pick a color that makes your smile for the walls. Neutrals are not allowed. You can also go with a pattern, wallpaper or chalk paint. The key is to make this a room that you love to be in.

Hang things on the walls that make you happy. Ornate frames with children’s art tacked inside are great for laundry rooms. I love the picture my daughter drew of us riding giraffes. It’s hard not to smile while riding a giraffe. I also like the idea of vacation pictures, childhood black and white pictures or even framed book pages from your favorite novel.

Make sure there is a place for everything. I am definitely not the most organized person, but I love baskets and bins — they make me FEEL like I am sorting my life out.

Clean up your act – and while you’re at it give your self some scenery while airing your dirty laundry.