Secrets of a Property Stylist - Vol 6 Winter 2020

secrets of a

property stylist

WINTER 2020

VOL.6

WINTER WARMER RECIPE

How MyPad Property Styling is adjusting to

COVID19

SEE INSIDE

5

ways

to update your home for winter

www.mypadpropertystyling.com.au info@mypadpropertstyling.com.au

INTERIOR DESIGN

TIPS

PREPARING YOUR HOUSE

FOR SALE OUTDOOR Pressure clean paved surfaces Update old letterbox Remove excess pot plants.

Plant potted colour around garden Mulch gardens beds and mow lawn Clean exterior including cobwebs

BATHROOM Put away toothbrushes, bins, toilet brushes and all toiletry items Hang new, white towels Add new bottle of hand soap on counter Clean around toilet and bathtub.

Always keep toilet seat down

BEDROOM Remove TV and any other entertainment items Fresh white textured linen on beds.

Add new pillows and throw pillows Pack away 50% of items in closet.

Use all the same hangers in robe Hang clothes in groups & face same direction Clean up and pack away kids toys

In our current climate,

DE-CLUTTERING &

now is the perfect time to

PREPARING YOUR

de-clutter your house.

take the opportunity to Here are our top tips below!

HOME FOR SALE WHILST IN ISOLATION

Before you start- Get your

Keepers

de-cluttering tools ready

The ‘Keepers’ pile is for items you

Garbage bags Plastic storage bins or moving boxes Space saver bags Bubble wrap and/or butcher’s paper A texta/marker Packing tape Skip Bin (in some instances!)

Step 1

Allocating one room per day Delegating certain spaces to other family members Sorting items into 3 piles -

cannot part with. These items usually reflect your personality and are great for forming the basis for your decorating.

When deciding what to keep, try to be ruthless. Does the item fit with your desired decorating plan?

Do you actually use it? Do you need it? Will you miss it? Depending on your answer, you can either give it away or store it for your new home.

For any items you choose to keep for the move, wrap them up in butcher’s paper and put aside for future accessorising.

Keepers/ Donate / Throw Donate

What to do next

The ‘Donate’ pile is for items in

After you’ve finished de-cluttering (didn’t that

good condition, but you no longer

feel great?), the next step is to do some

want. These can be donated to

cleaning! After moving things around, you’ll

charity, or a family or friend if

probably discover hidden cobwebs, dust, and

you really think they’ll enjoy it. Don’t just dump items on loved ones!

Most charity outlets will pick up your unwanted goods for free.

bugs - especially in those easy-to-forget areas.

Remember to check: Light fittings (Those pesky oyster lights can attract a lot of bugs)

Throw

Light switches

In the ‘Throw’ pile are items that

Door jambs and handles

are broken and you don’t want.

Windows, window sills and skylights

Don’t overthink it, toss it in the

Window coverings and venetian blinds

garbage bag!.

Polish woodwork Skirting boards

INTERIOR DESIGN

Create a beautifully styled interior for your home.With the guidance of our qualified Interior Designer, Tysha. You'll be taken through a simple and stress-free process to eliminate any expensive decorating mistakes.

Step 1 – The Consultation Our Interior Designer, Tysha will meet with you to discuss how you would like to see your interior transformed. She will collect information on your space and discuss options for achieving your vision and work to suit your budget.

Tysha will create a custom proposal that includes a summary of your requirement and the suggested number of hours needed to create your space.

Step 2 – The Presentation We access our database of wholesalers and retailers to curate the furniture and decorative items to create your unique interior. We develop a personalised Look Book that clearly outlines selections for each room including floor plans, images, dimensions, colour and cost.

Step 3 – The Sourcing and Installation We can assist with the shopping including receiving deliveries and furniture assembly. Once all items are received, Tysha will visit your home to style and ensure the overall design concept is achieved.

For more information contact Tysha at tysha@mypadpropertystyling.com.au or call at 0412 523 468

WAYS TO UPDATE YOUR HOME FOR

5 WINTER

With the sun setting earlier and the temperature beginning to drop, it's safe to say that winter is well and truly on its way.If you're looking for ways to cosy-up your home for the cooler months ahead, here are five ways to get your interiors winter appropriate!

3

Add Warmth While summer palettes reflect light and bright tones, winter requires colours that exude warmth and comfort. Seek out dark and rich tones like deep greys, red wines and dusty pinks and introduce the palette in the form of bed spreads, decorative sofa cushions and rugs.

4

Change Accessories

Even the smallest accessories have the power to change the look of your home's interiors. If you're looking to make a big impact on a small budget, think about how you can display some accessories in a new and unique way. Winter proves the perfect time for reading, so try stacking books on your lounge room coffee table for added decoration. Or try changing up existing artworks for moody prints that are an extension of your winter-inspired colour palette.

1

Update Window Coverings

Sheer curtains may be on-trend and perfect for balmy summer weather, but they don't provide the best insulation during the cooler months. If your home is in need of a window coverings update for winter, consider investing in some layered curtains or blinds. Both act as great insulators and also prove a more fitting style for winter-inspired interiors.

2

Texture The more texture you have in a space, the cosier and more welcoming it’s going to feel, so bid farewell to linens and cottons and say hello to a fabric selection that echoes the opulence of winter.

Think lux velvet, wool, cashmere and faux fur.

5

Introduce Greenery

One of the hardest parts of winter is less time spent outdoors, so why not bring the outside in. While many indoor plants thrive on maximum sunlight in order to survive, greenery like cacti and snake plants are happy with the minimal amount. Not to mention, they require little to no attention, ideal for those who don't have a green thumb by nature.

Testimonials Rachael and the team did a wonderful job with the styling of our family home for sale. The decor was fresh and warm and they made the most of each space. The entire process was easy and hassle free, we would be very happy to use MyPad again in the future.

⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆ REEMA TORANE

We were selling our home. We spent a significant amount on renovations, but we just wanted to add a "WOW" factor to the photo shoot and Open Home sessions to put the final touches on things. The recommendations from MyPad Property Styling added exactly what we needed. The quality wall hangings and accessories took ten years off the look and feel of the house, and ultimately, made a difference to the bottom line. Our home sold for $130,000 over reserve and set a record sale price for the area.

We would highly recommend MyPad Property Styling to anyone who is thinking of selling.

⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆ ROBYN BYRNES

I would recommend MyPad Property Styling highly. I believe the styling helped me get a quick sale above the expected price. I would use their services again without question.

⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆ RENATA TRENTO

BEFORE AND AFTER

HOW OUR BUSINESS AND THE INDUSTRY HAS ADJUSTED TO COVID-19

Our priority is serving our customers and to provide a safe environment for both customers and our team members. It is our role and responsibility to do our best to ensure we provide access to our services, while doing everything we can to keep our customers and our team safe and healthy.

Here are some of the things that MyPad Property are doing to ensure everyone who works with us is safe, as well as do our bit to prevent the spread of Coronavirus COVID-19.

CONSULTATIONS Avoid shaking hands and practice safe social distancing keeping a distance of 1.5m where possible.

If the property is vacant and where possible, prepare an proposal based off a

INSTALLATIONS & PICK UPS

floor plan.

If the property is a partial, ask to view the

Request the vendor/s is

property with a limited

not present during

amount of people

installations and pick-

present.

ups.

Use gloves and wash hands regularly.

Use disinfectant wipes to clean the hard surfaces of our furniture.

Over the coming weeks we will continue to monitor the situation closely and act quickly on the advice of health authorities.

In the meantime, it's business as usual and we are here to assist you. If you have any questions or would like to know more about the steps we are taking to protect our customers and team please contact your stylist.

FAVOURITE WINTER WARMER DISHES!

Beef and Vegetable Casserole SERVES 5 PREP: 15 MIN COOK: 3 HRS - 3 HRS 50 MINS

Ingredients 2 celery sticks, thickly sliced 1 onion, chopped 2 really big carrots, halved lengthways

Method

01 02

then very chunkily

HEAT OVEN TO 160C/140C FAN/GAS 3 AND PUT THE KETTLE ON.

PUT 2 THICKLY SLICED CELERY STICKS, 1 CHOPPED ONION, 2 CHUNKILY SLICED CARROTS, 5 BAY LEAVES AND 1 WHOLE THYME SPRIG IN A FLAMEPROOF CASSEROLE DISH WITH 1 TBSP VEGETABLE OIL AND 1 TBSP BUTTER.

sliced 5 bay leaves 2 thyme sprigs, 1 whole and 1 leaves

03

SOFTEN FOR 10 MINS, THEN STIR IN 2 TBSP PLAIN FLOUR UNTIL IT DOESN’T LOOK DUSTY ANYMORE, FOLLOWED BY 2 TBSP TOMATO

picked

PURÉE, 2 TBSP WORCESTERSHIRE SAUCE AND 2 CRUMBLED BEEF

1 tbsp vegetable oil

STOCK CUBES.

1 tbsp butter 2 tbsp plain flour 2 tbsp tomato purée 2 tbsp

04

GRADUALLY STIR IN 600ML HOT WATER, THEN TIP IN 850G STEWING BEEF AND BRING TO A GENTLE SIMMER.

Worcestershire sauce 2 beef stock cubes, crumbled

05

COVER AND PUT IN THE OVEN FOR 2HRS 30 MINS, THEN UNCOVER AND COOK FOR 30MINS – 1HR MORE UNTIL THE MEAT IS REALLY TENDER AND THE SAUCE IS THICKENED.

850g stewing beef (featherblade or brisket works nicely), cut into nice

06

GARNISH WITH THE PICKED LEAVES OF THE REMAINING THYME SPRIG.

large chunks

RECIPE FROM BBCGOODFOOD.COM

EPICER REMRAW RETNIW

KEEP COSY INDOORS WITH ONE OF OUR

STAFF PROFILES - SENIOR STYLISTS

FAMILY (INCL. PETS)

Ben, Oscar & Lila and Archie HOBBIES

FAVOURITE INTERIOR STYLE

Coastal

BEACH! Reading, Homewares shopping

FAVOURITE FLOWERS

FAVOURITE BOOK/MOVIE

WHAT IS ON YOUR BUCKET LIST

Twilight/ Grease

Frangipani

Live at the beach

Rachael

FAMILY (INCL. PETS)

Happy little white cat, daughter Jetta & husband (in order of preference) HOBBIES

FAVOURITE INTERIOR STYLE

Clean

FAVOURITE FLOWERS

Kids birthday parties

Classic roses

FAVOURITE BOOK/MOVIE

WHAT IS ON YOUR BUCKET LIST

I'm thinking it'll be "A Star is Born" but I've had a chance to see it yet

Cruise through Croatia & Greece

Tysha

FAMILY (INCL. PETS)

Don, Jackie, Calina and my little schnauzer Rumi

Modern Scandi

HOBBIES

FAVOURITE FLOWERS

FAVOURITE BOOK/MOVIE

WHAT IS ON YOUR BUCKET LIST

Baking, walking, card making, watching reruns of 90's TV shows The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F***

Jess

FAVOURITE INTERIOR STYLE

Orchards and Peonies Travel, travel, travel

STAFF PROFILES - STYLING ASSISTANTS

Nicole

Sarita

Kelly

FAMILY (INCL. PETS)

FAMILY (INCL. PETS)

FAMILY (INCL. PETS)

HOBBIES

HOBBIES

HOBBIES

FAVOURITE BOOK/MOVIE

FAVOURITE BOOK/MOVIE

FAVOURITE BOOK/MOVIE

FAVOURITE INTERIOR STYLE

FAVOURITE INTERIOR STYLE

FAVOURITE INTERIOR STYLE

FAVOURITE FLOWERS

FAVOURITE FLOWERS

FAVOURITE FLOWERS

WHAT IS ON YOUR BUCKET LIST

WHAT IS ON YOUR BUCKET LIST

WHAT IS ON YOUR BUCKET LIST

FAMILY (INCL. PETS)

FAVOURITE INTERIOR STYLE

Family of five - Two older brothers and a pet dog named Alaska Gym and watching Youtube tutorials Dear John

Contemporary

Hibiscus and Roses To live overseas

Husband Daris, son Shepherd and dog Eugene Dancing

The Wizard of Oz Scandi

Sunflowers

To travel to London with my son

Mum, Dad, older sister, younger brother, dog HOBBIES

Yoga and trying new restaurants FAVOURITE BOOK/MOVIE

Book - Mindset Movie - Good Will Hunting

Laura

Family of five - Mum, Dad and two little girls, Mia and Bella (our cats) Drinking coffee and dancing to ABBA with some wine To all the boys I have loved before Coastal Lily

To travel to New York

Urban Modern

FAVOURITE FLOWERS

Lilly

WHAT IS ON YOUR BUCKET LIST

Learn a new language

Our Values Act in your best interest Increase the value of the property through considered styling aimed at your target market Remove the stress from the selling process

(02) 8001 6405 www.mypadpropertystyling.com.au hello@mypadpropertstyling.com.au @mypad_property_styling