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1. THOMPSON TO COLLECT PURSES FOR PURPOSE CHARITY

2. THOMPSON TO LEAD NEW ART APPRECIATION CLUB AT CORNERSTONE

3. THOMPSON TO ASSIST WITH BENEFIT TO HELP PHYSICAL ABUSE VICTIMS

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THOMPSON TO COLLECT PURSES FOR PURPOSE CHARITY

October 15, 2010, Chandler, Az.

Sherribeth Thompson, a professional local interior designer and staging specialist, will be collecting purses for a Phoenix valley charity: “Purses For Purpose”.

The charity was created to help women who may not even own a purse because they are homeless or being rescued from batter homes. We would also like to fill the purses with trial sized shampoo (great collections from hotel stays), hair brushes, toothbrushes, and toothpaste and pocket bibles. Contact Sherribeth: Personal-Interiors@Personal-Interiors.com

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THOMPSON TO LEAD NEW ART APPRECIATION CLUB AT CORNERSTONE

September 24, 2010, Chandler, Az.

Sherribeth Thompson, a professional local interior designer and staging specialist, will be leading a new art appreciation club at Cornerstone church in Chandler, Az. More information is provided by contacting Sherribeth at Personal-Interiors@Personal-Interiors.com.

Cornerstone Art Appreciation Club Overview:

Mission Statement:

Small Group members coming together to discover and appreciate the relevance of visual art in God's kingdom. We will share experiences that move and engage us to encourage, pray, and support each other.

1 Thessalonians 5:11 (NIV)"
Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.

Meeting Schedule & Frequency:

First Meeting: September 23, 6:30p in host home.
We will meet 3 times per month; Once in host home, ‘other’ at exhibits/festivals.
Dates/times to be determined based upon upcoming art exhibits & festivals.

More Info:

The concept is to discover and appreciate existing art as a group. We will not be creating art except for one small project. We can schedule time for a specific presentation not covered if a member would like to present it. Anyone interested in art is encouraged to participate.

Preliminary Schedule (subject to change):

September 23, Thursday, 6:30-7:30p:
First meeting in host home. Contact Sherribeth for location.

October 1st, Friday, 5p:
First Friday Art Walk, Phoenix Art District.
Meet at church parking lot to carpool downtown. Dinner downtown area before event.

October 15, Friday 5p;
Dining First
Chandler Art Walk.

October 21, Thursday, 5:30p;
Dining First.
Scottsdale Oldtown -A Taste of Art Artwalk 7-9p.

November 4, Thursday, 5:30p;
Dining First.
Scottsdale Oldtown -Wearable Artwalk 7-9p.

November 14, Sunday 1:30p;
Dining First.
Mesa Art Tour

December 1st-4th:
Cornerstone Art Project: Stage help.
1 day during the first week. Exact date/time provided later

December 11th, 3pm:
Star of Wonder, Celebration of Christmas at ‘Phoenix First’ like you've never seen it before!
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THOMPSON TO ASSIST WITH BENEFIT TO HELP PHYSICAL ABUSE VICTIMS

June 10 , 2010, Chandler, Az.

Sherribeth Thompson, a professional local interior designer and staging specialist, will be helping victims of physical abuse through the Cut It Out (www.azag.gov/CutItOut/) and The Studio of Academy of Beauty organizations (www.tsaob.com). The Studio Academy of Beauty is hosting a fashion show at the Chandler Tumbleweed Recreational Facility June 10, 2010. Proceeds to benefit Arizona victims of physical abuse.

Thompson is looking for raffle donations for the show. Her comments “We are also looking for vendors who provide products such as jewelry, candles, purses, etc, in a medium price range. A portion of the proceeds would go to the victims. This is an exciting opportunity to help others and have fun in the process!”

Thompson, a design specialist who offers services ranging from lighting design, and kitchen and bath remodeling to color consultations and window treatments, can offer suggestions on how to improve your building and residential interiors.

Thompson, who supplies her clients with custom furniture, fabrics, cabinetry, accessories and other commodities, has been featured previously on Channel 3 and in other media for her design work in the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce. For more information, contact her website www.Personal-Interiors.com, email her at Personal-Interiors@Personal-Interiors.com, or call 602.762-7754.
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DESIGN ON A BUDGET
02/26/2010 - Sherribeth Interview With Ahwatukee Foothills News

By Krystin Wiggs Ahwatukee Foothills News

Buying a new home is not an option for many Arizonans in today’s housing market, but there are redecorating options available that don’t cost an arm and a leg. When redecorating it can be easy to bite on the best deals, but according to local interior designer Sherribeth Thompson homeowners should beware of buying the wrong items for the right prices.

“You can think of it like clothes shopping,” Thompson said. “I see a cute piece of clothing on sale, but I take it home and it doesn’t really fit or I can’t find other items to coordinate with its color. It’s the same with designing a room, only the stakes are higher.”

Thompson works with her clients to develop a design concept so they can avoid the pitfall of buying furniture twice. She talks with the client to understand how the space will be used, not just how it needs to look. “I find out what the space needs to do and who will be using it,” Thompson said. “I would choose a certain couch if it needs to be comfy and last a long time.”

When shopping at discount furniture stores, it’s important for shoppers to be patient when selecting furniture.

“People should be prepared to take their time when shopping at these stores,” Thompson said. “Chances are that you won’t find what you’re looking for in the right size or color the first time you go.”

She also encourages those who choose to design their home without the help of an expert to focus on one area of their house at a time. “You will be overwhelmed and anxious if you look at the whole house,” she said. “Think of it as a long-term plan that you implement in stages.”

For people on extremely tight budgets Thompson suggests changing paint color. However, it can be tricky to predict how a color will look in a home as opposed to the showroom. “Everyone has access to paint samples, and paint is the least expensive way to make a dramatic impact in a room,” Thompson said.

Inexpensive accessories such as pillows and artwork can also add interest to a room. Some pillows can be pricey, but comparable pillows can be found much cheaper at ‘mart’ stores. “A print of artwork can complete a space, and it is much less expensive than original artwork,” Thompson said.

As an interior designer herself, Thompson encourages people to use professionals when decorating because designing is what they do every day. “I wouldn’t go to my next door neighbor and ask him to prescribe a treatment for my broken arm,” she said. “If you’re working with a professional to help develop your concept before you start buying things, you will ensure that you don’t end up buying them twice.”

One of Thompson’s recent clients in Chandler is happy with her work. After being unhappy with the results of decorating past homes on his own, he was ready to hand control over to a professional. “I had general ideas about what I wanted to do with the space, but they weren’t very good,” he said. “I set my ego aside and listened to her, and now I’m very happy with the results.”
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