"There's No Place Like Home"
You don't have to rent or buy furniture, or throw everything away to stage or redesign your home.
Initial Consultation
Let's get to know each other. Why did you buy this house? Why are you leaving? What are your favorite things about the house? In addition to wants, needs and budget, I feel it's important to know a little about the history of the house and the things you love in order to play up the strong points and camouflage or improve the weak points. How can anyone put a price on something until they see it and know what is needed?
Occupied Home Staging
You've decided to sell your home. You found a realtor, now what?
You will be staying in your existing home until you find your new home or sell this one. How in the world do you get that "Staged" look everyone is talking about with kids, critters & clutter around? Let me help.
It's important to remember that "Staging" is not the same as "decorating". The goal of staging is to remove all things personal, open up the home to make it look bigger and brighter, and allow the perspective buyers to imagine their things in the house. We want AMAZING photos of your house so we can help sell it as fast as possible for the best price.
Whether it's a consultation to go over things you may need, some help uncluttering and redecorating a bit, or help with ideas on how to give the house a fresh new look, I can help.
Interior Redesign
Have the things you love gotten lost in the shuffle?
There was a reason you purchased your home and the things within it. Cherished photos, crystal, family heirlooms... and yet you can't see any of the things you love because life has gotten in the way. Perhaps a fresh set of eyes can help. Let me embrace the beauty of your home and help feature the things you love.
There is no need to buy an entire room of new furniture and decorations if you love most of what is already there. We can re-purpose, renew, and renovate what you already have.
Your New Home
How do you incorporate your furniture into the new house?
A new house does not equal all new furniture. Naturally you may want to buy a few new things, but don't feel like you need to fill the house with all new furniture. It's amazing how many of your things will work in your new home. It's all a matter of repurposing the lovely things you have and finding a new place for them.
A little creativity goes a long way. This is where I come in.
Organization & Clutter Containment
Where did it go?
When you can't find your serving tray, your favorite pair of boots, the kids shoes, homework, or the dogs leash, and you know it was "right there" perhaps you need a hand getting a handle on your closets, cabinets and storage space. If you can't find it then you can't use it. I can help.
Holiday & Event Decorating
Wedding? Dinner or birthday Party? Christmas at your house?
When an important event, holiday or party is right around the corner the "to do" list can get out of control. Over 25 years of experience in this field will not only give you piece of mind but room to breathe. Call for a consultation and some brainstorming and hand the work off to me.
Shopping Service
What will make the biggest impact at the smallest expense??
The Devil is in the details. Too many details make things look sloppy or cramped, yet the right little touch can make the house look like a home or a showplace. Want a shopping partner or someone to find it for you? No problem. I am just a phone call away.
About Me
Back home in Central Texas, and I love it!!
Judy Sanders
Owner
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When I'm not working or spending time with family & friends, I'm hitting the gym, digging in the dirt, traveling, going to estate sales & thrift stores, antiquing, or I have my nose in a book.
I'm originally from Oregon, and although I have lived all over the country, I consider Texas home. I've lived in Texas for about 20 years. This is where I belong. I spent the last 3 years in El Paso. Although I enjoyed it there, I missed the Hill Country and I'm thrilled to be home. Central Texas has so much to offer.
I have owned several businesses relating to event planning, consulting, interior design and business management. "Southern Comfort Interior Staging & Design" is the perfect venue for combining all of my gifts into one package.
When someone walks into my house I want them to feel like they are home. I don't believe anyone should feel they are going to mess things up when they sit down, or panic if they need to set their glass down.
Nothing makes me happier than to see a person's face light up when they see their home with a new look. That's my motivation for doing what I love, and loving what I do .
Testimonials
What People Are Saying...
Kingsland, Texas
I had to downsize in 2016 from a large two-story house in Cedar Park to a beautifully appointed 3 BR Golf Course home at the Lighthouse Country Club in Kingsland. Judy Sanders of Southern Comfort exceeded my expectations for interior design. She was able to incorporate key pieces of my existing furniture, while tastefully adding new items and fresh décor with just the right touch. My Kingsland home feels cozy and inviting, but it looks uncluttered. She has a terrific eye for placement of furniture and rugs, and also selecting appropriate artwork and wall hangings. I have a large screen flat panel TV in the main living area, and she found a way to make it all blend in perfectly. Especially challenging was the irregular shaped dining room, which has a 270 degree fireplace protruding into it. She was able to position the dining table perfectly, with both attention to aesthetics and functionality. She also arranged all my stemware and china into the kitchen cabinets. I can give Ms. Sanders an unqualified endorsement and hearty recommendation. Her professional level of service and attention to detail was well worth the reasonable cost. I will be happy to have a conversation elaborating on same with any prospective client of Southern Comfort. -Jerry F.
Georgetown, Texas
Judy's ability to repurpose and rearrange things from one room to another is uncanny. My giveaway box was empty when she finished, and my house looked fresh and new.
-Darla
Killeen, Texas
"I unequivocally recommend Judy for your home staging, holiday decorating and interior design needs. Judy was involved in every aspect of my design process in our new home in Killeen. She offered many creative solutions and her sense of style was a perfect match for our taste. She really listened to our concerns and desires and respected our budget. She is very organized and professional. We always felt we were in very good hands and we received numerous compliments on our home over the years. You won't be disappointed! "
- Theresa F.
Georgetown, Texas
After spending years taking other people’s advice, and looking through countless magazines that got me nowhere, I had pretty much given up searching for that feeling of home that matched my personality. While having a conversation with some co-workers about the interior of my home not being right, one of them told me that I needed to find an experienced professional who knows Interior Design. She recommended that I give Judy [Sanders] a call. That’s the best advice I’ve gotten in a long time.
Judy did some unbelievable magic with items I already had displayed in my home, along with what she called “treasures”. These treasures had been hidden in closets, and the attic for years and I never could figure out how to use them. Simply, she gave them new life. Arranging this, moving that, re-purposing (never knew you could do that with curtains…), and purchasing some extras I needed, Judy made my house a home.
Now, every single time I walk in my door, I smile a little smile that wasn’t there before. Thank you Judy.
- Michael K.
Killeen, Texas
Fashion comes and goes, yet style is forever. My home is warm, stylish and cozy. I love it.
-Billie K.
McGregor, Texas
When Judy was finished my home was warm and inviting. There was a place for everything and I could actually find it. Beautiful work.
- Tom H.
Decorated & Staged Homes
Can you tell the difference?
Real Photos of Real Homes
Holidays & Events
Let the Fun Begin
Organization
Manage the Clutter and Content
Before & After
Staging is very different from Decorating. You want people to see your home, not the things in it.
Living/Dining
Childs Room
Master
Office into Play Room
