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©Elle M Photography ©Elle M Photography 1. Area rugs Adding or changing an area rug dramatically changes a room. ©Elle M Photography 2.  Accent pillows An easy-on-the-budget way to update any decor is the use of toss pillows. It's also an ideal way to infuse a trend without replacing key pieces. ©Elle M Photography ©Elle M Photography 3. Lighting If you want to make an impact and change the look and mood in your home, an investment in new lighting can make a big difference. Perhaps you need more light than you did in the past? Tasks are easier on the eyes when you change the bulb of a light fixture. 4. Accent chairs or dining chairs An easy way to update your dining room for the holiday season is to replace your two-arm chair with upholstery fabric or leather chairs. Consider options that can provide extra seating for guest but can be used in any room in your house....

©Elle M Photography A picture is worth a 1000 words ...especially if the photographer is Shelly of Elle M. Photography . (She is the photographer for the Du interiors website ). Family pictures taken by a professional make all the difference in the world and everyone should have a Family Picture Day. This summer we did just that, another item off my bucket list. Of course we wanted Shelly to be our photographer  and on a marvelous summer day she brought her camera and did her thing. We have selected one of her many beautiful photos to be on our holiday cards. My goal for you and me is to get organized so we can enjoy the holiday season without stress that, too often, happens this time of the year. In that spirit, I have asked Joelle Mayo of Organize Portland to share her organizing tips for the month with Du interiors. Here is what she has to say: If you like to send holiday cards with a family photo, schedule a photographer this month. I h...

©Elle M Photography How often we look in our closets and feel overwhelmed because they are so disorganized? Today I asked Professional Organizer, Joelle Mayo, for tips on decluttering and organizing one of the most important areas of your room--your closet! Joelle at Organize Portland helps clients organize closets and all other areas of your home and office. She can be reached at organize.portland@gmail.com or 971-266-0517. Mention this blog and receive 20% off services booked through Dec. 31, 2016. www.organize.portland.com It's time to make room for fall boots, cozy sweaters and warm scarves. So take inventory and make your closet a pleasure rather than a chore. EMPTY AND CLEAN The first step is to empty and clean the space. Empty all the contents and put them on the bed in categories, with separate piles for cardigans, short sleeve, long sleeve, dresses, etc. ©Organize Portland PURGE Get rid of anything faded, damaged, stained, ill-fitting, out of style,...