a. lamp  |  b. office chair  |  c. rug  |  d. writing desk  |  e. label maker  |  f. scanner  |  g. echo for listen to podcasts |  h. acrylic box to organize tile and fabric samples  | 
i. water bottle  |  j.  business/computer bag

Once upon a time there was a creative gal that loves design and wants to establish a business to help other people love their homes too. She got the education she need to work in the state that she lives and now she is ready to order some business cards and start taking on clients. She does not want to work from the kitchen table with the burden of clearing it each night before dinner. Instead she wants to convert a small spare room to be her office... but where should she begin setting it up?

A lamp to see, a stylish chair to sit at in front of a desk to write or work at are a few basics at the top of the list. A cozy rug will ground the space and make it feel more comfortable too. Next she asked herself how she can start to get organized? It's amazing all the documents and little scraps of paper that can start to build up and it can overwhelm an office quickly. The scanner (f) in the gadget section above would be a great tool and its a portable tool you can bring to site meetings as well.  She'll pair the acrylic boxes (h) with the label maker (e) to organize all kinds of samples. Should she store like items together, samples from a specific manufacturer, or a collection of samples related to one project? The options are endless.

Growing ones mind is also an important skill to sharpen. Having the echo (g) in the office to ask a quick measurement conversion question or listen to a great interior design mindful podcast like "A well designed business" will make the day feel more enjoyable. 

Hoping the client calls will come quickly and often, she is  always be ready to head out the door with a great business bag (j) filled with client consultation needs. A refillable water bottle (i) note pad, graph paper, pen, tape measure, paint fan deck and booties to cover your shoes in case of rain are few of the items hidden in the bag.  A great motto is "Always be prepared". 

a. bed  |  b. comforter  |  c. nightstand  |  d. throw  |  e. accent pillow  |
f. boucle chair  |  g. rug

a. throw  |  b. art  |  c. mirror  |  d. door knocker  |  e. lamp  |  f.  coral  | 
​g. woven table    |   h. accent chair

a. 7.5' tree  |  b.  eucalyptus wreath  |  c.  ornaments  |  d. window candles  |
e.  National Lampoons Christmas House  |  f.  bells  |  g. garland  | 
h. wrapping paper  |  i.  owl  |  j.  Large Polar Bear

a. mattress  |  b. sheet set  |  c. mountain art  |  d.  metal bed  |  e.  hotel pillows  
f. rug  |  g.  comforter  |  h. accent pillows  |  i. nightstand

a. towels  |  b. dish set  |  c.  wooden serving tools  |  d. wood bowl  |  e.  salt bowl  |  f.  drinking glasses  |  g.  cutting board  |  h.  pan set

a. 360 AUTO TRACKING PHONE HOLDER  |  b.   ROLLING BAG  |  c. ADAPTER   | 
​  d.  TYPEWRITER ATTACHMENT   |   e.  BACKUP CHARGER

a. I don't know about you, but I feel like my arms are not long enough to get the perfect selfie or action shot with my phone in my hand. This 360 AUTO TRACKING PHONE HOLDER will allow you to move about a space to create videos for making reels for social media or other marketing material. Sometimes we can not have someone follow us around and this helps the solo-designer create fun videos.

b. Let's talk about visiting market. My first visit to market I made the mistake of carrying a regular bag and my shoulder was raw by day three. I learned my lesson and got a rolling bag like this for my next trip to High Point Market. What makes this ROLLING BAG a great choice is the multiple pockets, its compact size so can be used as a carry on but also can hold lots of things like a water bottle, a collection of fabric samples, snacks and so much more. The extension handle is a must and it's great that it has four wheels not just two. You won't regret having a rolling bag like this the next time you visit market.

c. Have you ever gone to venue and are concerned you will not have the right connection to do your presentation? This ADAPTER is a great detail to keep in your work bag and have as a backup. I am one to overprepare for presentations and plan for technology to fail me. This mindset has been proven time and time again to be a good thing to have. Always be prepared!

d. If you take a  lot of notes in your meetings and find it challenging to type with the device in your hand, this TYPEWRITE ATTACHMENT may make meeting so much easier (and a little FUN).  I've seen people struggle with those keyboards that attach to their iPad with a magnet but this baby holds the device for you. So you can place it on a nearby surface or set it right on your lap to get your notes done. 

e. A BACKUP CHARGER - is there any more to say?  My last business trip I carried two of these and was able to share with a couple other travelers when they were stuck trying to find a way to charge your phone. It does such a good job that it was not a worry that it would not have enough battery to help me out if I were to need it too.  I love feeling prepared for success!