Shoot for the moon, even if you miss, you'll land amongst the stars.
~Les Brown
One of my favorite quotes!
P.S. Keep watching for a contest next week - just in time for a great Christmas gift!
The cold months are upon us! From coast to coast, even in sunny California, it’s time to make the seasonal closet switch!
Since we are switching from warm weather to cool weather, that means it’s really time to get organized. Why? Because, quite simply, summer clothes are smaller than winter clothes.
Here are some tips on getting through the transition smoothly:
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There have been so many great books written which give us the tools, tips and tricks for getting things done in an organized and efficient way. And they have been so helpful for me. But there are still times when I find myself procrastinating or avoiding certain tasks, even though I have the skills to conquer them, and not really understanding why I’m putting them off. Does this happen to you?
Well, I found a fantastic book that is helping me address exactly that.
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The holiday season allows us to show off our best serveware, dishes and family heirlooms. That makes this a good time for some reminders and suggestions on how to keep your china, silver and dishes safe year-round! Check out my tips below on ready-to-use china storage and silver storage products, and some budget-friendly DIY tips. Whether you prefer to store your china out of sight or keep it on display, we’ve got you covered!
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It’s that time of the year again, folks! Thanksgiving is a time for gathering with family and friends to give thanks for all the wonderful blessings in our lives. If you are hosting a Thanksgiving celebration this year, this is just the kick in the bottom you need to get your fall cleaning and organizing underway! Many of the Thanksgiving checklists I have seen only go one week out. For some of us, this is simply not enough time to get everything done.
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We received a nice mention over at Cafe Fashionista on Saturday on our Apothecary Jars with Stainless Steel Lids! Cafe Fashionista is a fun blog on fashion, style and all things girley and fun.
Nice job, Erika - thanks!
If you are like me, we seem to think that the good weather is going to last forever. When the weather is nice and we have the time and climate to get those outside house projects finished; it is also the time of year, that we can go out and enjoy life.
Well, I do not know about you, but I would definitely opt for a picnic rather than cleaning out the garage. Therefore, what inevitably happens is that fall is here before we know it and the outside chores and maintenance, still is not finished.
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The chief cause of failure and unhappiness is trading what we want most for what we want at the moment.
~ Anonymous ~
A tough one for me - I love instant gratification - but SO important to remember! Keep a list of your long term goals handy to look at when you are tempted by the "now".
Have a great weekend!
I have one of these Damask Laminated Cotton Totes as a constant companion. Well, on weekdays anyway.
It started out as a lunch bag because it was large enough to carry just about anything. Which meant that when I only had seconds before I ran out the door, I didn't have to take the time to put my salad in a plastic container for lunch. I could just throw in the entire bag of salad, bottle of dressing and the whole loaf of French bread. Lunch: check!
And I still do that, but it has slowly morphed into something else as well…a shopping list! Yes, you read that right, a shopping list.
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When I look back on all the worries, I remember the story of the old man who said on his deathbed that he had a lot of trouble in his life, most of which never happened.
~Winston Churchill
I've got a lot on my plate today and I'm trying not to worry about it. This one's for me, and for all you other worriers out there. Take a break from your worries today and have a fantastic weekend!
I'm shouting from the rooftops, I’m so excited! Stacks and Stacks has been nominated for Best Organizing Product Retailer by NAPOLA (the Los Angeles chapter of the National Association of Professional Organizers)!
For those of you that don't know, this is like the Oscars of the organizing world! There are only four other nominees for this category out of the whole world wide web! WOW! You can vote for us here: http://www.napola.org/. You’ll need to register if you aren’t already, but it’s painless.
And please, spread the word!
The newest kitchen tools fold, bend and provide multiple uses in the kitchen!
There is a new generation of kitchen tools that are designed with time and space-efficiency in mind. These nifty new items all serve at least two purposes, saving space in cluttered kitchen cabinets and drawers. This is great for apartment-dwellers, and anyone with a small kitchen or maxed-out cabinets.
Here’s a rundown of some of the best new kitchen tools out there:
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