Inspired by the Outdoors

I don't know about you, but I love the Fall. Here in the Northwest it is usually sunny and crisp and clear during the fall months. It's a time I always want to do a little something to change my decor. A lot of clients choose fall to paint the interiors of their home. Not sure where to start? Look outside for some inspiration. Bring in the colors of the outdoors right now like greens, browns, oranges, reds and yellows. Try www.devinecolor.com for wonderful palettes, with colors made especially for the Northwest. They have also newly introduced a Devine green line, which has a zero voc formula. Here's some great colors to try to try; Devine Hosta, Devine Cocoa, Devine Le Pot D'or, Devine Paprika and Devine Cream. If you're not ready to take on a paint project, you can also be inspired by those colors by bringing in accessories such as pillows, table runners, throws, and small area rugs.

Spring time is great for painting!

Spring time is a great time to paint both the inside and outside of your home. I often get asked about low VOC paints. What are those, you ask? That means the paint is low in volatile organic compounds, and thus better for your home and the environment. There are many paints that offer this. Devine paint, (one of my favorites!) Yolo Colorhouse and Benjamin Moore Aura paint are a few.

Devine paint offers packets as well as 8.5"*11" swatches for about $2.00 each. Benjamin Moore sells small sample bottle to "try on" your color selections. I always recommend painting a small patch on your walls and view it over a period of days, to see how it looks in the different lights of day. It's better to "try on" a small patch before painting the entire room-as this will save time, money and that oh so precious energy!