1.  Clean up and disinfect the place.  Get out the bleach.
2.  Decide on furniture placement.  Talk with you roommate and get a game
     plan that works for you both!
3.  Try different layouts.
4.  Make sure you get the most of your space...begin with bed risers.
5.  Throw down rugs once you get your furniture placed where you want it.
6.  Add your window treatment.  Possibly remove closet doors that can be
     cumbersome and replace with fun, fabric drapes.
7.  Organize the closet, use crates and space under the bed to the max!
8.  Attack the walls. Add your bulletin boards, wall monograms, and vinyl photo
     frames. This is the fun part!


To Be continued...

Labels: Decorating Ideas, Dorm Room, Room Makeover

Thanks for your patience in the delays in releasing the 2009 Decor 2 Ur Door Dorm Collection.

DRUMROLL PLEASE! IT'S HERE!

Introducing.....The CUFF!!!

This patented custom line allows you to mix, flip and switch your bedding in a cost effective, trendy way. Two years in the dorm market has allowed me to get a real handle on what you girls want. I found that you want express your personality in your new home away from home…and you want stylish bedding to allow you to change as you transform/transition in your college years.

With your ideas in mind, I took this opportunity to create an exciting new bedding line with endless options. The line allows you to take a staple/solid/standard duvet cover or comforter (available in several colors) and change it up with CUFFS … letting you express yourself in a wide range of fabric and personalization options. Us girls need options!! The CUFF may be placed at the top of your duvet for color/pattern burst. You can easily SLIDE it down to the bottom of the duvet for a blanket/bed scarf look. Need a change?… simply FLIP it. and enjoy the reverse pattern. We have carefully selected fun fabrics in multiple patterns that allow you to show your preppy, wild n crazy or sorority spirit. Game Day Cuffs are on the way!

Monogram them… ROTATE The CUFF and add another …COORDINATE Your CUFF with your roommate. MIX it up with custom shams and pillows. The pillows are reversible and can be changed as they all feature invisible zippers. Designer dorms… voila!

Décor 2 Ur Door offers many coordinated accessories to compliment your custom bedding ensemble. Select from custom bedskirts, laundry bags, spa wraps, window/closet treatments, sheets & blankets.

Add vinyl wall art monograms or headboards for the ultimate in dorm dazzle! Enjoy making your new home… YOURS! I’m here to help with ideas for your transition.

Be the first to enjoy this fun, affordable and versatile designer dorm bedding. It makes the Perfect Graduation Gift! Order now for Fall delivery.

Let me know your thoughts!

All the Best,

Labels: College, Dorm Room, Hot Dorm Products, introduction, Room Makeover, The CUFF, Wall Art

Happy New Year (a wee bit late)! And Happy New Season at D2D!

Thank you for blessing my business this past year. I have learned so much about business, myself and most importantly...YOU! After many requests, I am introducing a new custom bedding line for 2009. I have been working around the clock to give you the latest, versatile looks in exciting new colors and styles. Plan to see these new releases sometime in March!

Look forward to

• Chocolate (the new black!) paired with cremes, chartreuse, pinks and aquas

• Bold black highlighted with pastel pink, lime green and red

• Bold, crisp patterns

• Elegant Toiles and Damask to name just a few!
  

The possibilities are endless! We are introducing a line that allows you to coordinate with your roommate but still maintain your own sense of style.

To further jazz up your room, I have found some of the latest trends in accessories and wall art. Shipments are arriving daily!

Trust me, it will be worth the wait!

Looking forward to helping you in the year to come. Be sure to refer your friend. I am going to be introducing a referral program to bless you with Decor 2 Ur Door bucks when your friends buy from us. Look for more information on our Referral Program coming soon.

Labels: Color Coordination, Decorating Ideas, Hot Dorm Products, Room Makeover, Wall Art

Teen’s room has a bad case of the blahs? Need a face lift? Overhaul?

Before long it will be Christmas. What in the world do you get your daughter? How about the gift of a room makeover?

This does take some time, so get the wheels turning now. Begin by isolating a theme or favorite color palette.

She probably wants a more sophisticated look. Hot trends are the animal prints...yes they are STILL very popular and don’t show any signs of decline. Damasks in dramatic black and white is huge!

Mix your patterns. Try blending zebra with damask patterns. Accent with hot colors-aqua, lime, pink. Your teen will love her hangout space.

Consider a small love seat- make or buy a slipcover to update and bomb it with cushy pillows. Cool lighting is a must. String Christmas lights around the room for ambiance.

Go to Goodwill or salvage shops and find furniture to transform. Go to you local scrapbook store and find great papers. Use Mod Podge to affix your selected papers to the furniture tops or drawers for great interest and style. Find a great rug to add warmth and comfort. This can be a great bonding experience…or the ultimate surprise. Décor 2 Ur Door makes the job much easier by providing the designer in a box -all inclusive room shipped right to you! Enjoy!

Labels: Decorating Ideas, Room Makeover, teen

What could be better than a room makeover?

Whether it’s for her Sweet Sixteen or holiday gift, this is sure to please.

She’s growing up. And fast. Time to box up the Hanna Montana or Princess Room. She wants her space to reflect her –mature and casual. As teens like to hibernate, make their rooms comfy and inviting. Wouldn't you rather have her friends hanging at your house? Here are a few tips to ease the growing pains.

• Choose a wall color that makes you both happy.
• Select a couple of accent colors to tie in with your color scheme.
• Lighting should make a statement. Try chandeliers, paper lanterns, Christmas lights etc to add personality
• Window treatments- keep simple designs like panels or valances. Embellish with monograms, buttons, or ribbons
• Try to incorporate seating. Pick up a comfy chair and ½ or chaise. Use fabric covered ottomans for storage and seating.
• Use rugs for color pops and casual feel
• Think storage… eliminate the clutter. Organize closets with storage solutions.
• Add a desk and comfortable chair for those late study nights or face book stalking. Try an upholstered chair or custom chair cover.
• Bedding selections vary according to personal taste. Does she like wild and crazy? Soft and subtle? Sophisticated? Preppy? This is her life..,reveal her distinct personality!
• Important detail…. Add photos of friends and family. Use clever ideas to display these. Fun bulletin boards, hang photos from colorful ribbons, use accents of silk flower daisies… Be creative.
• Walls… Paint large canvas with inspiring sayings. Decorate a full length mirror (you know she'll want one) by edging in polka dot ribbon (glue gun needed)

Have fun. Make this time special for you and your daughter. Let Décor 2 Ur Door make your teen's room makeover a breeze!

Labels: Room Makeover, teen

When my BFF and ASID design buddy Donna asked me to help with her daughter Lauren’s dorm room makeover at a local university, I was excited, flattered and ready to go!
Lauren ended up with a private room… lucky girl! And lots of space … for a dorm room that is. With an abundance of furniture, we wanted to add warmth and function. The extra bed became a comfy mock futon. Perfect for hanging out with friends.
The extra desk became a vanity.
Notice the towel that is a mock tapestry!! The tassels on the window treatment add flair.
Rugs were added for warmth and comfort. Notice...it’s all in the details. The comforters are Jack and Jill reverses. We even added bling to her door with removable stripes! The colorful refrig becomes a functional accent piece. Wow… we had fun and Lauren is at home in her new suite. Dorm Sweet Dorm! You go girl!! Be happy Lauren and bloom where you are planted!!

Labels: Room Makeover