Okay, before you start rolling on the floor and spitting the coffee out of your mouth from laughing hysterically at the thought of your kids being organized, let's see if it's actually do-able. Is that a word? I mean, I'm in the same boat as most of you ...don't go there, right? Is this you? Do … [Read more...]
Where do you start?
It's been 13 years since we've moved into our house. Things are starting to look "well loved" and a tad dated. I'm eyeing the kitchen is the next big project. Jen Maier and I were discussing home renovations recently. I know she's been scoping out Pinterest and getting ideas for a while but we both … [Read more...]
Perfect Portfolio
Several weeks ago I was out for dinner with my sisterwives and one of them asked "What the heck do you do with all the stuff sent home from school. Especially the end of year stuff??" I told her that at our house a lot of it gets trashed right away. Nice artwork gets displayed for a few weeks, … [Read more...]
FotoFriday – Three Dollar Fix
I did not want to put more holes in the wall (the former owners left dozens), but 3 hooks from the dollar store solved my hallway dilemma. … [Read more...]
Back to School=Back to Routine
I will freely admit it: I am, by nature, disorganized.Now that's not all bad, actually. In fact, there are many great things about being disorganized. I am creative, spontaneous and super easy-going. Highly organized people are, decidedly, NOT. So while I find summer a haze of breezy, … [Read more...]
The Art of Letting Go
Wow I am not feeling the love right now, but I sure am hot! Okay, now get your head out of the gutter - the air conditioning in my house broke down the exact time we decide to break records for the hottest day here in the GTA not fun at all. The only problem is the new Air conditioner we spent a … [Read more...]
Friday Favorites – Overdoor Pocket Bag
Overdoor Pocket Bags (otherwise known as overdoor shoe bags)Of all the various organizers I have in my house, these are my favorites. By far.Until recently these over-the-door bags were marketed mainly for shoes. I have to say I was ahead of the curve as far as finding other uses for … [Read more...]
Friday Favorites – Milk Crate Baskets
Forgive the kitschy title but I wanted to start a (hopefully) weekly column in which I share with you some of my favorite products. Usually they will serve some sort of organizational function, because let's face it, those are my favorite things. Sometimes they will be items that I have, sometimes … [Read more...]
Pretty Baubles on Display
So this post is going to step on the stylish toes of Metalia and on the organized feet of JenB, but since my new year's resolution is to be more stylish and more organized, and there isn't a hotter trend around than sticking to new year's resolutions, I'm claiming this post all my own.My husband … [Read more...]
The Truth
I have a reputation of sorts, for being overly organized. People poke a little fun at me for it. Some even ask for my advice or help. The truth is though, I'm equal parts obsessively organized and total slob. My house is no stranger to clutter. Some days it's like I have split personalities and they … [Read more...]