Anyone Aspiring To Become An Interior Designer Needs To Have The Following Things

• Business cards are must haves. You should carry at least 20 of them daily.

• Carry your portfolio with you in your car. It makes easy references in a pinch. (You never know where your next client will turn up)

• Most recent issues of Design Magazines make for quick inspiration. (Not a bad way to pass time either)

• Measuring tape

• Paint and colour swatches

• Wallpaper, and carpet sample books. Keep them in your car.

• A copy of your certifiable credentials (if applicable)

What Can I Expect?

There is literally no limit to how much money you can earn as an Interior Decorator. Of course a lot of that depends on what type of position you plan to have in the field as well. An assistant interior designer can start at R128.00 an hour, a certified interior decorator can start anywhere from R320,000-R384,000 annually, and a partner can make as much as R1,280,000 annually.

These are really general estimates, but they are as was listed in 2003 in Decorator's Home Journal. Every person that is interested in Interior Decorating as a career can expect to make as much or as little as they want. You can virtually decide your financial potential on your own.

Extra Information: Many Interior Decorators create their own products and product lines. They design everything from furniture, to furniture accessories. It can be a great way to promote your design services, and make a little bit of extra money. It's relatively common practice among designers, you may want to consider it.