Trend-Setting Seminars & Classes
Emmy & Me Interiors, Inc. offers skill-building seminars and classes for interested consumers and do-it-yourselfers alike. Check this page often for dates and locations of a seminar or class near you.
Plainfield Park District
23729 W. Ottawa St.
Plainfield, IL 60544
All classes 7pm–9pm
815-436-8812 / call to register
www.plainfieldparkdistrict.com
Fall 2010 Courses:
A Symphony of Color… "Bringing New Life to Your Home”
Tuesday, September 14th
Do you like color but afraid of making the wrong choice? Have you ever painted a room and the color just doesn’t seem right? Color selection doesn’t end when the perfect wall color is found; there is so much more to a room’s story. Certified Color Specialist, Heather Klein, shares how colors interact with all the other parts of your space; how they work together to bring harmony to your rooms and belongings; leaving you with the confidence to color your home in style.
Interior Styling… Fall in Love With Your Home Again!
Tuesday, October 5th
Be introduced to the new twist in home decorating called redesign. You will learn basic design principles, color selection, furniture placement, artwork, lighting, accessorizing tips and industry techniques. The end result will have you understanding how each part works together to reflect your lifestyle and your taste with YOUR treasures.
A Gathering Place… The Season for Celebration
Tuesday, November 16th
As the holidays are fast approaching, learn interior decorating techniques that transform your home into a stunning showpiece. Receive tips on how to create a welcoming space for out-of-town guests, blend holiday decorations with your home décor and stylish tablescape ideas for entertaining.
Joliet Junior College
Home Staging & Interior Redesign Certification Program
This certificate program is designed to prepare entrepreneurs who are interested in the Interior Redesign and Home Staging business along with those who may want to enhance an existing Real Estate, Interior Decorating or Home Organizing Business. Students must complete 4 core classes and 3 elective classes to earn a certificate. Core classes must be completed prior to beginning elective classes. Elective classes will be offered beginning Spring 2011.
All Classes 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Class location – JJC Main Campus, 1215 Houbolt Rd., Joliet
Core Classes
- Fundamentals of Interior Redesign (LLC 4150)
Thursday, Sept. 9 – Oct. 14
- Fundamentals of Home Staging (LLC 4151)
Thursday, Oct. 21 – Nov. 18 (No class Nov. 11)
- Photography Basics for Staging/Redesign (LLC 4152)
Wednesday, Dec. 1 & Dec. 8
- Business Basics for Home Staging/ Redesign (LLC 4153)
Thursday, Jan. 7 – Feb. 11
Electives – Spring 2011
Date & times TBA
- Advanced Interior Redesign (LLC 4154) – 3 weeks (3 hours each)
- Advanced Home Staging (LLC 4155) – 3 weeks (3 hours each)
- Advanced Interior Home Photography (LLC 4156) – 3 weeks (3 hours each) Includes a home location to photograph
- Advanced Marketing/Networking for the Redesign/Staging Business (LLC 4157) – 3 weeks (3 hours each)
- Interior Redesign & Home Staging Practicum (LLC 4158) – 3 weeks (4 hours each)
For more information call 630-564-0137 e-mail heather@emmyandmeinteriors.com
Or 815-280-1504 e-mail blarge@jjc.edu
Oswegoland Park District
5 Ashlawn Ave., Montgomery
630-554-4462
www.oswegolandparkdistrict.org
All classes 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Check park district office for locations when registering
Fall 2010 Courses
Bringing New Life To Your Home
Tuesday, September 21st
Do you like color but afraid of making the wrong choice? Have you ever painted a room and the color just doesn’t seem right? Color selection doesn’t end when the perfect wall color is found; there is so much more to a room’s story. Certified Color Specialist, Heather Klein, shares how colors interact with all the other parts of your space; how they work together to bring harmony to your rooms and belongings; leaving you with the confidence to color your home in style.
Fall in Love With Your Home Again!
Tuesday, October 19th
Be introduced to the new twist in home decorating called redesign. You will learn basic design principles, color selection, furniture placement, artwork, lighting, accessorizing tips and industry techniques. The end result will have you understanding how each part works together to reflect your lifestyle and your taste with YOUR treasures.
A Gathering Place… The Season for Celebration
Tuesday, November 9th
As the holidays are fast approaching, learn interior decorating techniques that transform your home into a stunning showpiece. Receive tips on how to create a welcoming space for out-of-town guests, blend holiday decorations with your home décor and stylish tablescape ideas for entertaining.
Fox Valley Park District
555 South Eola Rd., Aurora
630-851-8990
www.foxvalleyparkdistrict.org
All Classes 7 pm to 9 pm
Fall/Winter 2010 Courses
A Passion for Color
Tuesday, October 12th
Do you like color but afraid of making the wrong choice? Have you ever painted a room and the color just doesn’t seem right? Color selection doesn’t end when the perfect wall color is found; there is so much more to a room’s story. Certified Color Specialist, Heather Klein, shares how colors interact with all the other parts of your space; how they work together to bring harmony to your rooms and belongings; leaving you with the confidence to color your home in style.
Light it up, Hang it Low and Dazzle
Thursday, November 11th
Learn how lighting, artwork and accessories complete the look for any room in your home. Participate in hands-on exercises and learn how to make correct purchases the first time, eliminate returns and find real bargains.
The Art of Downsizing
Thursday, February 10th
This class is especially designed for seniors 55 and older. Learn how to downsize possessions in your home without giving up your treasures. Receive helpful suggestions on how to organize, scale down and sort through your keepsakes. Also get tips on how to make your present home safer for independent living and barrier-free floor plan ideas.
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Student Testimonials
"Loved the hands-on exercises! My passion is decorating so I loved getting pointers and learning from a professional."- Julie A
"Thought the class was GREAT! Very informative, you are very knowledgable." - Linn S.
"Heather is a wonderful teacher. Her love of design is so obvious and inspiring." - Teri M.
  
Group Seminars
Do you belong to a group or an association that would like to learn more about the exciting field of interior services?
If so, contact us today for dates, details and topics of Emmy & Me Interiors, Inc. seminars.
Student Testimonials
“Answered questions knowledgably and gave very helpful suggestions.”
- Ramona M.
“Very informative, lots of good examples, enjoyed the class and felt I got my money’s worth.” - Kelley T.
“You are a very good speaker and your before and after photos show that you are a very good stager.”
- Peggy L.
“Heather is fun, very informative with great ideas and listens to our ideas and needs.” - Holly M
“Heather shared a variety of suggestions that appealed to many different people and tastes. Well done!”
-Bev H.
“Loved learning some basic concepts, fun, interactive, liked the one on one time to discuss.” - Cris L.
“I liked the course on color, very in-depth and you made a complicated topic easy to understand and leave with confidence to tackle on my own. Thank you!” - Angie V.
“Heather is a wonderful instructor. All of the class questions were answered and to the point. I would take more classes with her.” - Sheila K.
“This class was wonderful! I learned so much and plan to use these ideas.” - Dawn A.
“Thank you! You're inspiring! You gave me the kick in the pants I needed!” - Jen P.
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630.564.0137