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the most effective decorating strategy for your home is to rethink
what you already own instead of buying more furniture and accessories.
Joetta Moulden has styled hundreds of rooms all over the country
for major decorating magazines. Her expertise is letting your style
come through… on your budget. |
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clients are the first to sing her praises. Equally at ease styling
traditional, contemporary or country environments, Joetta's extraordinary
talent is making an ordinary room picture- perfect by skillful
rearrangements and the introduction of a few new elements. |
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Shelterstyle.com, Joetta believes your furniture, your paintings,
your accessories — the family treasures and pieces you've
collected through the years — are a reflection of your personality
and can be artfully arranged to bring fresh life to old rooms.
What makes her
unique? Twenty-three years as a photo stylist and her skill at putting
your personal style in its best light. |
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"Nine months ago, I sat in my living room staring at dreary walls.
Today, I'm stirred each time I enter the house. Many can put together
a 'nice' home, but few are able to attain the defining elements of symmetry,
drama and personality. Those rooms belong to those who have a decorator's
eye - and to homeowners willing to take that unsteady 'leap of faith'
with a professional. I actually feel sorry for people who hire Joetta
and don't follow through and complete the project. They will never know
the joy they are missing. Hire Joetta - you won't regret it."
David Fontaine
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"My first meeting with Joetta had a sense of energy and fun that lasted through the entire project. I came away from that meeting with her written plan and "homework assignments". She helped me navigate through my fear of color and texture, and provided me with trusted contractors and showrooms that I used to stay within my budget. Shortly after my kitchen remodel was published, I received an email from a friend. All it said was 'Wow, she really captured you in this kitchen.' I would have to agree. I love my kitchen!"
Wendy Wetzel
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"I was very pleased with the outcome of my home office project. Joetta's
ideas made the room not only more beautiful and functional, but my favorite
place to be in the house. She is in the process of working with us on other
rooms to achieve similar results."
Denise Stone
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"We had this living room with no walls to speak of, and we were at a loss as to what to do with it. It was just there -- with our hand-me-down stuff in it. We realized hiring a professional was our wisest choice and would save us money in the long run. The slipcovers and paint ideas were very imaginative. At first we thought it would be too crowded, but we really like it - the room now feels cozy and relaxing."
Kathryn and Bradford
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"Our home is beautifully decorated, and uniquely reflects our
diverse interests and personal tastes.
I was drawn to a set of very
expensive dining room chairs. Joetta
suggested having chairs that I already owned painted. The result was
beautiful, and the entire cost was far less than the cost of a single
one of the chairs that I had selected."
Phylliss M. Chappell, M.D.
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"Joetta created a budget plan for my '20s kitchen that could be done in stages. To get the dark counter I wanted, she suggested inexpensive stained butcher block countertops from IKEA, rather than installing expensive granite. Saving thousands on that one element and using scored bead board sheets allowed me to splurge on a new stove and my wonderful farmhouse sink. Joetta helped me create a spectacular kitchen that is not stuffy or overdone -- one that my old house was meant to have."
Paula Murphy
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"We got top dollar from the sale of our house because of all that had been done to the interiors thanks to Joetta. I had an e-mail from the selling agent asking for the name and number of my decorator, and I'm assuming the request was initiated by our buyers."
Kathy and George
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"When I began seeing my kitchen appliances in reruns of '80s sitcoms, I knew we had to do something with the kitchen. In just one visit, Joetta left us with enough sketches, measurements, information and sources that we were able to complete the project on our own. Joetta offered practical advice about details I wouldn't normally think of, which kept costs down."
Judithe & Les Little
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"When we called Joetta, we were prepared to do a major remodeling and redecorating of our living room. The first day, Joetta rearranged the furniture and gave us a to-do list. The end result was that we spent a third of our budget, had a totally new look in the living room and refreshed other rooms as well. We saved thousands of dollars and avoided many costly mistakes with her expert advice and resources."
Jackie & Bob Stagg
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"Our master bathroom is finally complete, thanks to Joetta's very specific
directions which we could easily do ourselves. By working with what we already
had, she saved us a great deal of time and money. From now on, my first
step when renovating is to call Joetta!"
Gail & Jose Nevarez
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"With her keen eye for good design, Joetta has worked miracles with
every home I have lived in for the past twenty years. Like a magician,
she literally transformed second-hand furniture and my own decorative
items into a four-page magazine layout."
Lynn Adams Hancock
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"With Joetta's positive attitude and drive I was able to obtain drastic changes at little cost to my 1950's bathroom. She saved me money and made the bathroom sparkle and retain its glory. The sea grass flooring was the perfect balance to my Zen ranch style home décor."
Denise Vecera
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"Joetta gave me the inspiration and direction I needed to make our
new house a 'home'. Able to see past the moving boxes and envision the
finished space, Joetta drew sketches to guide me in selecting the finishing
pieces. I'd always been afraid of using a decorator, who might make my
home into something that was not 'me.' In the end, this uninspired house
turned out exactly as we wanted -- a cozy, comfortable space that we
love to come home to, imbued with our own unique style and personality."
Karen Carpenter
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"Our kitchen desperately needed remodeling and Joetta's assistance was crucial. She directed us to a great contractor, knew the design principles that lead to the best look, and was awesome in helping us make cost-effective selections on everything from floor tile to granite to backsplash. She took our ideas to the 'next level,' helping us achieve a kitchen that looks more spacious and beautiful than some I know costing much, much more."
CJ & Lynn Yeoman
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"Remodeling our pre-teen daughter's bedroom last year could have been
a long and unpleasant project. But with Joetta's guidance and great
design eye, the entire process was a joy. The end result includes a
happy daughter, pleased parents and a great room that will take her
well into her teens. Joetta definitely saved the day!"
Tessie Patterson
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"We had so much fun working with Joetta because she was so accepting of what we have and how we live. Joetta has a way of saying 'this is great… we can work with this.' I am very visual, so I loved the photos she emailed. She reinforced our belief that we did not need new cabinets, but could spend money on resurfacing and appliances instead-- which saved us a lot of money."
Sue and Wayne
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"During our first meeting, Joetta provided a detailed 'to-do' list
which helped me focus on priorities and keep the project on track. Her
contact list of sources for workrooms and craftspeople proved to be
invaluable, as it saved us both time and money. The rooms are finally
in the state we'd envisioned all along."
Kimberly & Palmer
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"My friends cannot believe that this tiny bathroom underwent such a transformation. Gone are the '60s floral wallpaper, brass fixtures and six-inch white ceramic floor tiles. They love the neutral color combinations and how the bath ties into the bedroom. Even though you might be good at DIY projects, it is okay to call for help when you get stuck. Joetta keeps you from spinning your wheels and spending unnecessary money on mistakes."
Pearl
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"Before our consultation with Joetta, we were overwhelmed with the
task of remodeling our kitchen and laundry room, and had no real plan
to coordinate adjoining rooms. She quickly delivered a design plan
that not only exceeded our expectations, but stayed within our budget.
Joetta is a genuine jewel, and has our highest recommendation. "
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"Our living room wasn't as inviting as we knew it could be, and since we entertain frequently, we wanted it to be more comfortable. We thought Joetta would suggest reupholstering both sofas and selling the French chairs, but instead she worked with what we had. Joetta listened to what we wanted, then helped find vendors to create similar custom pieces for much less than if we had purchased them retail. We achieved a space where art takes precedence over the décor-- which is exactly what we wanted."
Lynn & Paul
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"Our tiny master bath was stuck in 1964; we wanted to make it gorgeous, classy, and more functional. With Joetta's help, we got it all, and for several thousand dollars less than expected! She made one visit, left us with pages of ideas and instructions, and then followed up by email. She gave direction and inspiration, from the mundane (what kind of shower faucet to buy) to the unexpected (remove walls, rip out the furdown above the sink). Her professional eye and wealth of experience were worth zillions to us!"
Tory Schmitz & Mike Dingus
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"We were going to update our '60s-era living room but didn't think we could do more than remove the old carpet and install recessed-can lights. Joetta saw far beyond that, transforming it into a refreshing space with true conversation and dining areas for entertaining family and friends. With her expertise and charm in helping you select and arrange furniture and accessories, you are saving money by not making mistakes!"
CJ & Lynn Yeoman
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"In October, we contacted Joetta to develop a master plan to
freshen our home. By Christmas, we had a new look in the main living
areas --- plus, a 'picture perfect' dining room. We love our positive,
new outlook on our living spaces!"
Tory Schmitz & Mike Dingus
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"We were facing a full kitchen remodel for the first time and had no idea where to begin. We knew that we only wanted to remodel our kitchen once, so it had to be right the first time. Joetta's guidance was invaluable. She kept us from making costly mistakes in construction and finish choices. Thanks to her expertise (and unfettered access to her little black book of contractors), we have a beautiful, classic kitchen that functions well and will bring us joy for decades."
Candice
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"I thought it would take many more hours of consultation to achieve my desired result. What Joetta gave me in one meeting far exceeded my expectations. Her recommendations were so complete that any questions I had could be answered by email, and Joetta was always prompt in getting back to me. My first thought after our visit was… "I can do this! Joetta's someone who really listens to what the customer is trying to achieve and keeps budget in mind-- which has saved me money.'"
Latrissa Gordon
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"Joetta pointed out that since the double ovens and dishwasher
were already paid for, that we could replace the appliances eventually
with newer models, as they 'died' from old age. We saved enough right
there to buy the wine chiller that I really wanted. We feel that
all of the changes added value in excess of our actual expenditure,
and feel the style put into our kitchen 'redo' greatly enhanced the
value of our home."
Vaughn & Warren Chancellor
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"Joetta converted a sunroom you just passed through to one where
you now actually want to sit. She converted a set of bookshelves into
a focal display. Joetta has an eye for bringing a room together using
your existing accessories. She is an absolute joy to work with on projects!"
Diane Shanahan
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"Joetta is a very good listener and she was able to determine what we wanted even though we were not sure of it ourselves. Her detailed notes for the upholsterer and seamstress saved time because there was no confusion. Joetta's vendors were very reasonably priced, with a quick turnaround, and we were extremely pleased with their professionalism. We have worked on projects with Joetta since the family room, which also turned out wonderfully. We now have confidence that we can select items that we love and Joetta will make them work in our home."
Sue and Bill
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"I called Joetta because we didn't know what to do with the kitchen.
We were convinced we'd have to tear out the backsplash because we did
not like the granite stripe, and we didn't like the white tile floor
at all. Joetta has a wonderful eye for color and quickly found the
perfect shade to paint the cabinets so they'd blend with the backsplash.
The expanse of white tile vanished with the addition of another Kilim
runner -- Joetta's suggestion. We really love the kitchen now, and
we didn't need a major renovation!"
April & Joe Gauss
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"I called Joetta because I like her ideas and the fact that she
has so many creative ways to save money. I wasn't sure what I wanted
to do, but I knew I wanted an interesting, vintage look. I had moved
to Houston from New Orleans, and I missed the charm of old houses.
Joetta really took off with that, and gave me a lot of ideas. I felt
she connected with my vision."
Charlotte & Kip Smith
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"The written homework assignments, sketches and measurements Joetta left gave me a place to start because they narrowed my focus to shop for very specific items and sizes. Joetta kept me on track so that I only purchased enough furnishings and accessories needed to complete the project. It was a great feeling of confidence to know that I was buying the right size and color, and that I was not making expensive mistakes."
Marian and Dick Arens
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