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Feb 11

Quick and Easy Oatmeal Container Redo

Instead of spending more money on pretty containers, why not turn some trash into organizing treasure? This is a super easy, super fast DIY that requires no real crafty skills whatsoever. Materials Empty container Pretty paper (I used Rifle Paper Co.’s Midnight Floral Wrapping Paper from Paper Source). Scissors Pen… more >


Jan 28

Paper: What to Keep and How Long to Keep It

Have you tried to get a handle on your paper clutter, only to freeze when you realize you don’t know what to keep and what to toss? Here’s a fairly comprehensive guide* for how long to keep certain documents. When in doubt, ask yourself “how will I use this?” If… more >


Dec 30

DIY Decanter Tags for Your Next Party

Decanters are a chic, easy way to pretty up your bar area, but the downside of not using the original bottles is the loss of label. Help your guests pick their poison with these simple and stylish decanter tags. You can make the embossed version like I did, or just… more >


Oct 30

DIY Tiny Shelves from Scrabble Tile Holders

                      If you’re looking for a cute, easy way to display lightweight art or cards, look no further! Get your hands on some Scrabble tile holders (keep your eyes peeled at thrift stores and yard sales if you don’t have… more >


Oct 08

DIY Washi Tape Address Book

I’ve always used a paper address book, and after decades of erasing and rewriting my near and dear’s info, I was in desperate need of  a new one. I hunted for one that suited my aesthetic sensibilities and my desire to have everybody’s birthday organized by month, and the only… more >


Sep 17

How to Fix a System That Isn’t Working: My failed spice drawer experiment

Sometimes you create an organizing system that’s so perfect, so beautiful, and so functional that you can’t help high fiving yourself and thinking that probably, you’re the best at life. This is not one of those systems. It seemed like such a great idea: get rid of the jumble of… more >


Sep 12

Vintage Suitcase Table DIY

What could possibly be better than a piece of whimsical vintage furniture with hidden storage? A piece of whimsical vintage furniture with hidden storage that holds bunnies in sweaters? Ok, maybe that. I’ve made a few suitcase tables now, all with very different techniques (the very first was an IKEA hack).… more >


Dec 12

Wednesday Tip: Create Binders to Organize Menus and Recipes

Instead of letting menus clog a useful kitchen drawer, create a menu binder!  Use dividers for different types of cuisine, or make a “frequently ordered” section to keep certain menus extra handy. Slip menus into clear sheet protectors for easy visibility. Use the same technique to organize all those recipes you’ve printed or torn… more >


Nov 02

3 Ways to Make Your Small Space Feel Bigger

Living in New York City has it’s charms and challenges, one of the biggest being the lack of space.  Since your apartment probably isn’t getting any bigger, it’s time to trick yourself into thinking it is.  Here are 3 easy ways to expand your visual square footage: 1. Get Monochromatic… more >