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When I first spied this shaggy little sweater from Free People I knew I had to have it. Part Snuffleupagus part Kate Moss and all me I love it paired with my Paige Denim black jeans, favorite hat, and little black booties all which I’m sure you’re tired of seeing on the Blog by now, but what can I say, I love what I love. Truly, MKR
P.S. How fun are these photos from the amazingly talented Luke Schneider, a Chicago photographer and new and fast friend of mine!? If you’re in Chicago and in need of some great shots he is your guy. Love him!
I know I’m not alone in making the resolution each and every year to get organized, and each and every year I somehow fall short. Well not somehow, I know how and why I fall short…because getting organized is hard! Not to mention once you implement organization you actually have to stick with it and put things in the correct space or location to stay organized! Well not this year my friends, this year I vow to become, and more importantly stay, organized! It does help that we’re moving so the task doesn’t seem so daunting, but that’s neither here nor there. Anyway, I wanted to share some organization tips and ideas that have inspired me in hopes that they inspire you to make 2012 the most obsessive compulsive year ever! xoxo
Tip #1-MAKE SURE YOU CAN SEE ALL OF THE CRAP YOU HAVE!
When freezing food put them in Ziploc containers and then label with an expiration date. Yes people even freezing something does not prevent it from spoiling! Thankfully the queen of domesticity, Martha Stewart, is making this task easier on all of us by providing a FREE printable for your expiration dates.
Next, invest in some glass or plastic (just make sure it’s BPA free) containers to store your pastas, rices, spices, anything dry that goes in your cupboard. By taking these items out of the boxes they come in it not only gives your kitchen and cabinets a simplified and uniformed look it makes everything easier to find. Set of 10 Glass Containers
Lazy Susans aren’t just for your 1970’s cabinetry. Purchase a small plastic one for your fridge so you can save space by putting all of your smaller sauces and jars that don’t stack well on it.
Same thought process as above applies to your closets and shelving units…make sure you can see everything! These stackable bins come in sets of 12 or sets of 6 and allows everything to be perfectly in view.
Tip #3-DON’T LET EVERY DRAWER IN YOUR HOUSE TURN INTO A JUNK DRAWER!
I’m obsessing over the vertical silverware dividers and this gorgeous knife organizer. Knives tend to take up too much space on counters and those magnetic strips where people just hang their knives scare me..I mean it’s just an accident waiting to happen!
I’m a sucker for wrapping paper and ribbons of all sort, but I have no where to put them! I purchased one of those up right wrapping paper bins last year and the problem is not all rolls are made the same height so half of them don’t fit. These wooden bars are perfect to install under any desk or area you see fit!
Tip #5-MAKE IT FABULOUS & FUN!
Lastly, one of my favorite discoveries is chalkboard paint! So perfect and functional for an office, craft room or child’s room…I’m designating one wall in my new office to chalk board paint, I’ll make sure to take pics!
My bathroom is one of the spaces I spend the most time in, and it’s also a space that’s a cluttered hot-mess. And with a New Year upon us what better time than now to organize, de-clutter, simplify, and transform my bathroom into the sanctuary I dream of and need. So with a free weekend, and a little help from Pottery BarnI set out to give my master bath a mini makeover.
First, I had to focus on corralling the clutter. Like most of us I had beauty products rolling around in drawers, thrown in bags under the sink, and piling up on my counter. For an easy solution I turned everyday glass vessels into catchalls for beauty products, soaking salts, sea sponges and everything else I use on a daily basis. Plus they’re a gorgeous way to display all my favorite products, like the ESPA essentials I recently snagged from my day at the Mandarin Oriental Spa…so good.
Second, everything needed to be functional. For example, I love a good soak, but I never have my bath necessities within reaching distance when I need them. The Grant Floor Storage quickly solved that problem by allowing a movable system to store water, candles, and all the bubbles I need to relax. Plus the Grant’s arms allow a way to keep my bag off the floor and hang a hand towel or two. For towels I utilized the Benchwright basket in the corner of my bathtub, rolling the towels rather than folding, and threw in a few bottles of my favorite sparkling water.
Lastly, I needed an easy way to store and move laundry from the bathroom to the laundry room. Pottery Barn’s chrome portable hamper was an easy, and chic solution. And I love that the removable liner allows you to throw it right in with the laundry making sure your space stays as clean as can be.
The only challenge left? To see how long I can keep the bathroom looking this way. Truly, MKR
P.S. I’ll be tackling my linen closets and laundry room this week as well so stay tuned!
*This story is in collaboration with Pottery Barn, a brand I love and adore. Opinions are 100% my own. | Photography, Rustic White
