Help Launch a Residential Staging by Jeff Waugh Interiors

Classic staging for modern life.

Hi, I’m Jeff Waugh — a full-time public school teacher, creative spirit, and small business dreamer. After nearly 20 years in education, I’m starting something new and deeply personal:

A boutique staging company called Jeff Waugh Interiors, designed to bring classic style and thoughtful care to homes preparing for sale.

I’m asking for your help to raise $10,000 to bring this dream to life.

Why I’m Starting This Business

I love teaching, but teaching doesn’t pay the bills anymore — especially in today’s economy. Like many educators, I’ve had to find creative ways to supplement my income.

Design has always been in my heart. Whether it was rearranging my classroom to create a calm and welcoming atmosphere, or styling my own home with thrifted treasures and timeless textures, I’ve always had an eye for what feels right in a space.

Starting Residential Staging is a way to turn that skill into a sustainable business — while staying true to the values I’ve always lived by:

✔️ Work ethic

✔️ Warmth

✔️ Quiet elegance

✔️ Integrity

What is Residential Staging?

Residential staging is the art of preparing homes for sale by creating inviting, emotional, and well-styled spaces.

But unlike flashy luxury firms, I focus on everyday homes — the kinds most of us live in. I utilize classic design principles, curated pieces, and thoughtful touches to create spaces that feel beautiful without being overdone.

Polished, not pretentious

Refined, not over-the-top

Instagram-ready, without losing warmth

How the $10,000 Will Be Used

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Every dollar raised will go directly toward building a lean, local business with a big heart and beautiful results.

Why Your Support Matters

A big firm does not back me. I don’t have investors. I’m just one person stepping into something new with grit, care, and commitment.

Whether you give $10 or $200, your support means:

A teacher gets to do what they love and earn a living.

A small business gets a strong and stable start.

A community gets access to thoughtful, quality staging without the markup.

Even if you can’t donate, sharing this page would mean the world to us.

Thank You

Thank you for helping me take this leap. For believing in thoughtful design. For supporting a teacher, a creative, and a dream.

With gratitude,

Jeff Waugh

Founder, Jeff Waugh Interiors

Portland, OR and Vancouver, WA