DIY Necklace Travel Case

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This idea is kind of genius. It isn’t mine….so I am not calling myself genius. When I went to Haven last summer…one of my roommates Chelsea pulled out this rolled up placement. As she unrolled it…all of her long necklaces were just laying there…all untangled..and perfect. I thought…now that is a great idea. It took me this long to make … [Read more...]

DIY Art Cart

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Happy weekend friends! Hopefully it is warming up where you live and you can get out and about....or maybe make this really cool DIY Art Cart:) I looked around for a “rolling island” piece of furniture for my office but kept coming up short. Hubs and I designed one out on paper and decided to build it ourselves. The goal was to have a place … [Read more...]

Packing for vacation: Kids Clothing checklist

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I remember when I was little and we were about to go on vacation. My mom went crazy packing (I mean that in the nicest way possible Mom ;) She is kind of a genius when it comes to laundry. Not kidding, her skill with the iron should really be taught. I however, did not get that talent. I suppose I understand why she went a little nutty. She … [Read more...]

$25 Closet Organization for Boys

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Other options for the title of this post: 1. How to organize 80 t shirts. 2. My boy may have a slight addiction to t shirts. 3. Holy t shirts batman. I could go on….but I won’t. Point is….dude has a bunch of t shirts and no where to put them. He is burdened (I use this term lightly) with a very small closet. It is about 48 inches … [Read more...]

Reader Redesign: Organizational Help in the Kitchen

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I am back friends. Did you miss me? I had a great break with a bunch of fun family and friend time. So recharged...even though I could have easily been happy spending one more week at the beach. I hope you had a nice Easter and break too :) A friend of mine recently wrote me asking for some help with some organization in her kitchen. I think … [Read more...]

Fun office accessories

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I have had a great time putting together some useful and fun office accessories. I thought I would share some of my favorite finds. Surrounding yourself with things that are colorful and useful helps to promote creative work. 1. Custom engraved pencils   2. A pretty candle   3. Markers and colored pencils 4. … [Read more...]

Preparing for family vacation: Checklist

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So ready to soak in a bit of sun soon…this winter is taking forever to leave!!! I have used this list ever since my kiddos were little. Is has changes and adapted every year…but it is a great reference for packing a family up for vacation. I usually place a couple of large shopping bags in my dining room a couple weeks prior to leaving. … [Read more...]

DIY Gift Wrap holder (repurpose an old door)

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I have told you a few times about my friends in Cincinnati…they live in this gorgeous old home. Chris had these really old pocket doors that she found in the cellar…and was at a loss for what to do with them. I have had them in my garage for about 2 years…no joke (hubs has been super happy to have them in there too…or not…) Any who, I … [Read more...]

Fabric covered office accessories DIY

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A sneak peek at some fun office updates….I made these tack boards for my desk. I really didn’t want a big bulletin board…so I thought I would make up my own size. These are super easy to make and can be used so many places….inside a kitchen cabinet….by the mudroom…by the kids desks…so useful. And I love how you can match them up to … [Read more...]

Update: Office / Crafting space

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So happy you all are excited about the mixer giveaway! If you haven't had a chance to enter...you have 5 more days. I wanted to give you a sneak peek at my new office...it is really a fun space. I have been teasing with a few pictures of my new office space on instagram and facebook…so I thought I would share a few here. The space is already … [Read more...]