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old home with bold walls

new home; crisp, white walls

holy moly. how organized and awesome is this crafting zone. rashida (of i heart linen) created this highly efficient work zone for all things crafty. i love how she goes vertical and uses the asker wall organizers from IKEA for crafting supplies. small plastic drawers are perfect for storing larger items but also leaves them super accessible. 

tackle this now

random lids (and one container without a lid--goodbye!)

organize your plastic containers (there's bound to be a handful without their lid). it will take all of 5-10 minutes (seriously). the bright side? it will save you tons of time when you're in the kitchen and looking for the right lid. plus, you'll probably stack them all nicely when you're done which will look (and feel) wonderful.

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you guys remember this ad from citigroup a couple of years ago, right? at the time, i didn't really cook and i thought--genius idea. i'm all about repurposing a space so it functions for your specific needs.

and yesterday, i spotted this pic on flickr titled, "mediaeater." it took me right back to the citigroup ad. the photo caption goes on to read, "i re-organize my kitchen to better suit my activities." rock steady.

second image; jm3

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i soooooo wanted to post this yesterday! i've been watching a lot of larry king live recently and one of his guests this week was joan rivers. i'm dying to see her documentary but of equal fascination is how joan rivers organizes her jokes! a wall of card cabinet file drawers with labels. the larry king interview only briefly highlighted this (see my transcript below) but i'm curious to know if she still does this. insane and lovely.


starts at the 5:59 minute mark

Larry King: The files you keep

Joan Rivers: Yeah

LK: Jokes

JR: Yeah

LK: [Milton] Berle used to do that

JR: Also Bob Hope. Someone told me that he had a joke room. Isn't that amazing? You'd walk into a room and there's nothing but file cabinets and you... balloons?! Got it over here under B! And so I started to keep every joke I could.

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an over the door shoe organizer isn't just for organizing shoes. this gent repurposes the organizer for "on the go" items. and if you click here, you can find out exactly what is stored.

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first of all, if you haven't started indulging in online magazines, get to it! this image is from by fryd and the content is really great (easy to breeze through too). my other fave is lonny mag (june/july issue is out now). anywhoodles, i spotted this side table in the "pages" of by fryd and wanted to share. if you aren't already using open bins and baskets to store stuff--what the heck are you waiting for?! i use open bins for shoes in the closet (unconventional but it works for me). just make sure your bin or open container doesn't become a catchall. you can prevent it from being a miscellaneous pile by adding a tag with a label.  that way, the whole family is on board and knows what should (and shouldn't be stored in the bin). i also like how the homeowner in the pic above is utilizing every inch of the side table--storing open containers on both levels.

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these organized drawers come from maureen's house. a recent transplant to los angeles, she's busy making her home an awesome one. stop by her blog (notes on a visual life) for a looksy and say hi!

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if you haven't already, introduce yourself to command hooks (they're kinda awesome). some holding up to 5lbs of weight, i've used them twice recently to display clients necklaces for easy access. they're also a great solution for renters as they don't damage the walls surface and are a cinch to remove. i find mine at the container store and home depot but i'm guessing they probably have them at target as well.

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have i been living under a rock not to have known about IKEA's rationell line? IKEA says it best, "a series of interior fittings that help make better use of kitchen space." i couldn't agree more. since moving, our trash can has been in limbo living everywhere from beside the oven (hate) to in the laundry room (double hate). the perfect spot? underneath the sink. a way to make that option sing? --this product from the rationell line. 

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(images; litlnemo)

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i'm no garden maven (i count myself lucky to keep succulents alive). but i do know a good system when i see one. check out this grand idea--cutting down regular sized file folders to fit perfectly in a small tin. labeled and neat, now the seeds are searchable--which prevents ordering seeds you may already have (raise your hand if you've ever done that before)!

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(images; chiot's run)

skipping flickr friday for my birthday!

inside the card it reads; Fortunately, researchers have yet to determine at what age candles become clutter. --Happy Birthday.

find more organized greeting cards here!

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in the past, i didn't really cook (unless you count steaming brown rice). but as of late have found myself in the kitchen almost every evening. i know mom--shocking, right?! and even though i wouldn't know my way around a spice rack without a recipe, i love the idea of storing them in these modern (and magnetic) containers on the side of a fridge. saves countertop space, drawer space (and your sanity when looking for your spices).

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image: auntie clara

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i can't remember if i posted about this before on apartment therapy or not... but the idea is still noteworthy nonetheless. utilizing vertical space in the closet for your wrapping paper collection--genius. 

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(image; frankfarm)

flickr friday and stacking dishes

okay. maybe i'm crazy or maybe this is the most helpful thing ever. not until adam and i moved in together did i notice that i did this--stack dishes. i've taken on washing the dishes as one of my chores (adam puts them away). but since cohabitating, when i went to do the dishes, they were all piled haphazardly in the sink--making the task of doing the dishes that much harder. 

so i taught the beau how to "stack dishes" until they're ready for washing. all the plates piled together, all the silverware in one spot, bowls stacked neatly (like with like). makes my dish washing job almost a breeze.

(images; Easternblot, La Brionnaise)

flickr friday and laundry rooms

my "dream bathroom" post went up on AT today-- which got me thinking... i'm currently redecorating my bathroom (and really happy with how it looks, fireplace or no fireplace). but what i really need in this home is a "dream laundry room." unfortunately, it will probably be the last room that i get around offering tlc. but when that day comes, i've rounded up a handful of inspirational laundry rooms (that honestly, are ginormous--who has that much space in their laundry room?). but i did glean ideas from each space that i can eventually incorporate into my teeny, closet-sized laundry room.

1. always think vertically. hang your ironing board, brooms and mops to save floor space.

2. hang shelving (also thinking vertically). 

3. use pegboard.  this photo is using pegboard to organize crafts but you can use your pegboard for laundry supplies and tools (whatever works for your space).

4. can't say it enough--go vertical. this pic uses accordion rack for towels, etc. 

5. glass containers for storing detergent (looks less cluttered).

6. a pretty basket for laundry keeps the space free of eyesores.

7. again, hang shelving. stainless steel seems to be the theme in these laundry rooms (feels crisp and clean).

8. more glass containers for cleaning supplies (just make sure to label and keep out of reach of the kiddies).

9. containers with handles and a spot for labels

10. can you tell, i'm really loving the glass containers?

11. a tray to keep supplies corralled and looking neat and organized.

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images; 1. great interior design, 2. milk and honey, 3. canadian house and home, 4. love meagan

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i cannot wait to put up open shelving in adam's office. currently, his 9 boxes of books (yowza) are sitting in boxes in his closet. this flickr member uses elfa shelving from the container store. i'll probably use similar shelving--but from home depot (for a more budget friendly option).

image: Groovymarlin

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flickr friday.... well, not really

this image is from the online magazine, lonny mag. and oh my, how i love this vanity. the combo of antique white + clear furniture + colorful accessories--yes please!

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you're right, this pic isn't from flickr (it's from this source). i spent all day yesterday creating this exact sort of system for a client (and her 30 + pairs of boots. if you've ever seen the boot boxes from the container store (they're clear but kinda muddy clear). since you can't exactly tell what you're looking at, use a label or better yet--take pics!


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our own kitchen pantry could use a little tlc in the form of these great wire shelving racks. a great use of vertical space, this homeowner creates extra storage out of thin air. and what about all those plastic tupperware containers that always seem to loose their lid?! put them to use holding tea packets and other loose items that need corralling.

(images: amyhadley)

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a shallow space doesn't have to mean the end of storage space. i love what this homeowner did with their kitchen pantry. instead of keeping sugar, cereal and other dry goods in their boxes, they opted for the same sized containers to maximize the space. they can see everything at a glance and the clear containers alert them when the contents are almost empty. bravo!

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