project monday: my process

I have a moleskin journal for decorating my apartment.  It holds everything I need to plan and execute my decorating/organizing plans. 

I set goals for the room and map it out.  This sketch never shows exactly how the room will eventually turn out but I normally come close.  It keeps me focused and I need that.

Define Your Space 

What will the room be used for?  

What will the room store?  

What is your color scheme?

Are you adding a theme, style, or main idea?

Define Your Budget

How much can you spend right now?

What will have to wait?

Can you pull from another room or storage to save some cash?
How many phases?  (Sometimes I come back to a room when I have more cash or time.  I plan it out to ensure that I come back with a plan)

A little piece of advice be realistic but not cheap.  It is important to incorporate pieces you love and if you go too cheap chances are you are going to add items that you do not love.  Rate things of importance before you start.  That way you know where to splurge and where to be creative.  

I always add a few elements to each room when I decorate.

1. the color red

2. the color yellow

3. a chalkboard (I am over the moon for chalkboards)

4. something funky

In my journal I also add magazine clippings of items and colors that inspire me.  I have journals full of just inspiration and I go back to them often.  I used to just throw away all my old magazines and the items that inspired me where just gone.  This allows me to come back when I am looking for ideas.