I Can’t Resist… Book Boxes

I spied these fun and stylish organizational tools on the Home Decorators Collection website and instantly fell in love.  What a great way to contain clutter!Love that they have seven different styles to choose from, starting at $34 per set.Then, I just happened to be poking around Old Time Pottery, and spied these for under $10 a piece and in a variety of styles.  Sorry for the poor IPhone photos!What do you think?  How would you … [Read more...]

Couldn’t We All Use This??

photo by Linda SamuelsAs if in answer to our pre-holiday disorganization woes, Linda Samuels, author of The Other Side of Organized and the blog by the same name is hosting the Ultimate Organizing Giveaway!  Head over to her blog to check out the contest rules (super easy) and the list of items in the giveaway.  My personal favorites would be an autographed copy of her book and the $50 Container Store gift certificate, but there is a … [Read more...]

Closet Envy

I love to peek into celebrity closets-- as much for the organization as the fashion!  There's just something about a well-organized closet that just helps one breathe a little easier.  Elledecor.com is featuring several celebrity closets that will make you green with envy, including Nate Berkus, Aerin Lauder Zinterhofer, J Crew's Jenna Lyons, and fashion designer Nanette Lepore.  But that's not all!  You can get your own … [Read more...]

Back-To-School and On The Ball

Does my title seems like an oxymoron?  I definitely know that feeling and you regular readers know I don't pretend to be an expert on organization.  I do, however, regularly search for new tips and fresh ideas to help keep the household and business running smoothly.  To my delight, Real Simple stepped up this week with some amazing back-to-school tips, so I thought I'd share.Here's some highlights from realsimple.com.Try a … [Read more...]

Here’s Your Hook-Up!

The beginning of school is upon us and my thoughts always turn to ORGANIZATION.  I don't claim to be an expert or even proficient at organization, but I do a pretty fair job of keeping the household rolling in a somewhat orderly fashion.  The big question:  what to do with all the STUFF?  My favorite solution?  Hooks.  Plain and simple.  Perfect for sweaters or light jackets, backpacks, umbrellas, dog leashes, … [Read more...]

A-Tisket, A-Tasket

There is nothing better, in my opinion, for home organization than baskets.  Since home is where YOUR heart is, sterile bins and boxes just won't cut it.  Keep your home looking "homey" with baskets of all sizes, colors, even shapes.  Buy them in sets, or pick out your individual favorites-- you can find them anywhere: Michaels, Hobby Lobby, Target, you name it.  Handled baskets make great carry-alls or informal totes.  … [Read more...]

More Hard-Working Decor

I stumbled upon this sweet little blog called Smitten Blog Designs while in search of new look for What's On Heidi's Mind, and lo and behold, these creative gals are highlightng some beautiful work spaces themselves!  This serene space is by West Elm (thanks for the image).  Head on over to their site and view their work space ideas AND their incredible inventory of blog design templates.  You're bound to be inspired! … [Read more...]

Hard Working Decor

Organization challenges me daily and no where am I more challenged than in my home office.  After all, it's the hub of my home, where I write, and where I run my SLAH business.  But after many stops and starts, I've realized that sterile organizational systems are not for me.   What works for my creative and over-active mind is organization with style.  Fortunately, my SLAH business has afforded me many beautiful … [Read more...]