What you will need
Color swatches for paints and fabrics ( you can get many of them for free from local paint stores if you ask)
Fabric samples are a necessity (you can get them for free from your local furniture store)
Interior design magazines for client perusal (it helps them get an idea of what they like)
Furniture catalogues (free from furniture dealers and retailers)
Fine arts catalogue, get them from art galleries
Kitchen and bathroom catalogues. Basically get catalogues from everybody that deals with furniture, art, and lighting stores
Photos of your work, and signed recommendations (remember you get them from family and friends when you are just starting out)
Your portfolio (always have a copy of your portfolio)
Speaking above them is going to confuse your client; while speaking below them is insulting.
Interior Design Websites
General: This is the type of invoice that only covers your prices as the designer.
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