Whenever I need decorating help, Valerie Kelsey Wells of Sassy Southern Designs is the first person I call. Her many years of experience are invaluable. I know what I like, and once she creates something I can say, "Well, of course that's what it should look like!" but getting to that point seems impossible without her. Sometimes her suggestions are deceptively simple, like moving two pictures closer together to increase the impact, and that makes me realize that even the simple things can use an expert eye cast over them. Other observations, like pointing out that a room has a lot of hard/straight lines, so bringing in organic materials or soft fabrics will help it feel warmer, are things I would never think of. Another thing I routinely turn to Valerie for is specialty pieces. She did a fantastic job helping me display family sports memorabilia in a way that highlighted the uniqueness of the objects, as well as making the display beautiful enough to fit seamlessly into our living space. She created a beautiful lampshade using antique crochet and lace, and it charmingly lights up a dark corner of my hallway. She has made several wreaths for my front door, as well as one for my kitchen, and I get compliments on them regularly. Her creativity is unmatched. I once saw a lampshade she had made using strips of old negatives, so when the light shown through, the beautiful images lit up. I am very picky, but Valerie always comes through with a fantastic idea that never crossed my mind. I always say, "You are so smart!" at least once during my consultations with her! I highly recommend her work. read more

Sassy Southern Designs - My parents' sports memorabilia, which Valerie framed and displayed beautifully - Interior Design Near Me - McMinnville, Tennessee

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