Story from the La Quinta Gem.

Decorating during the holiday season can be a daunting task. There are your standard home decorations, holiday parties, family get-togethers, and so much more. We sat down with the design experts at Paper Doll Interiors to get some tips on decorating during the holiday season.

What is Paper Doll Interiors?
It’s your one-stop shop for everything interior design. Wallpaper, window treatments, fabrics, furniture, accessories, and design services.

How long have you been based out of La Quinta?
We have been in our La Quinta location since 2008, but I’ve had my business here in the valley since 1972!

Can you give us some tips for decorating your home for the Holidays?
Decorations do not need to be matchy-matchy. I love mixing old and new – grandma’s trinkets with glamorous polished nickel items. Also, small touches go a long way, a cluster of 2 or 3 ornaments in a bowl or in a vase instantly make existing items “Christmasy”.

Can you give us some tips for decorating for a holiday party?
Greenery is always the answer to any tricky décor issue: garlands, wreaths, or a handful of pine stems and ribbon. Set foliage on the dinner table, entryway, or kitchen island. Add a few candles and – voila! Holiday cheer!

Are there any major holiday decorating don’ts?
Don’t be so serious! Remember the joy of the holiday, whether you have little vignettes of decorations throughout the house or you focus decorating only in the main living area of your house. These things are meant to bring warmth and happiness to your home for you and your family.

Is there anything you would like to add?
We hope everyone has a wonderful holiday season and look forward to helping you in any way throughout the year. We are open year-round and no job is too big or too small. Come to Paper Doll, where the helpful people are!

How can someone find you?
Come in or call our shop at (760) 346-5944. We are open Monday through Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm and we are closed on Sundays. Contact us via our website at www.paperdollinteriors.com and remember, we want you to come home to a paper doll home of your own.