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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 >
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 >
7 Things You Should Know About Organizing
1. It’s about what you get, not what you give up. Remind yourself of all of the ways you’re going to benefit by getting rid of your clutter. For every unused and unloved item you let go of, you gain more space, time and according to happiness expert Gretchen Rubin, more happiness!… more >
Paint Yogurt Containers for Cute DIY Office Organizers
The key to keeping little supplies like paper clips and post-its corralled and accessible is giving each type a very specific, limited-space home. Instead of going out any buying a bunch of tiny containers, use what you’ve got and pretty it up! I used the Stonyfield Oikos Greek yogurt 4oz… more >
Repurposed: 7 Ways to Use a Hanging Shoe Organizer
One of the least (and least efficiently) utilized spaces in small apartments is the back or inside of doors. This is fantastic vertical space that allows you to easily see and access your items. There are a ton of ways to use this space to your advantage, but one of… more >