Interior decorating! A nightmare for some and a dream job for others! With all the addictive home makeover programs on TV, some people may think the job of an interior decorator just involves choosing colour palettes and popping into some showrooms to choose fittings and furnishings.
This is definitely part of the job, but hard work such as measuring, calculating and getting your hands dirty is more par for the course. Everyone can benefit from knowing how to use the contents of a toolbox, but if you are dreaming of a career in interiors, it is a must! If you’re like me and love cute accessories even while getting your hands dirty and doing some DYI, check out my favourite stylish tools for decorators:
I absolutely love these tape measures by Mark & Graham, which are encased in soft, grainy goatskin leather. They come in a variety of colours, including Kelly Green, Turquoise and Plum. At $45 each, these aren’t exactly a steal, but there should always be some space in life for colour and a bit of extravagance, and these products definitely fit the bill.
Scissors are an often over-looked, yet ever-present and a much-needed tool. Their function is simple yet unique; nothing replaces a good pair of scissors for those jobs that, well, only a pair of scissors can do. I love these solid-gold plated scissors by Ernest Wright and Son.
A key tool for anyone working with colours is the Pantone FASHION, HOME + INTERIORS Colour Guide that includes 2,310 PANTONE colours on paper for designing fashion accessories, home furnishings, cosmetics, products, paints, interiors and more. A must-have for anyone who loves colourful interiors like I do!
Have a look at this cute tool from Schoolhouse. Crafted from durable tempered steel with a knurled, solid brass handle, this four-in-one design provides a claw hammer and three removable screwdrivers – a large Phillips head and two small flat blades. Very practical if you need to fix something quickly, but don’t want to carry a heavy toolbox around.
Yes, I know we live in electronic times with smartphones managing most of our organisational needs. But nothing beats a great notebook! I love sketching, taking notes or just scribbling down thoughts. This notebook is perfect to carry in your bag for notes and ideas on the go.
