DIY Rainbow Circle Shelf

09. Jan. 2019
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2019 is already shaping up to be the year of organizing DIYS over here! With that being said, I thought it was about time to organize my glasses collection because I have a bad habit of laying them all around the house… which leads me to spending time everyday trying to remember where I last had them. Really, it’s a problem. The open shelving of this DIY Rainbow Circle Shelf not only helps me see all my glasses at once, but it’s a great reminder to not just set them down as I please. With a few screws and a bit of paint, you can have your own storage solution too! Here’s how: Continue reading…

DIY Mounted Wall Desk for Two

02. Jan. 2019
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Happy 2019 friends! What better way to start the new year than by getting your work area organized?! When Ryan and I moved to Brooklyn last year, we needed a solution to the problem of having two computers but no designated room for an office. We wanted desks to accommodate both of our work areas, but not overpower the size of our living room (it’s an open floor plan that leads into the kitchen). Essentially we wanted it to be functional and offer some storage for our small apartment, without looking clunky or disorganized since any guest that come over will see it. Not only was a mounted wall desk the best option for being both practical and cute, but it was also the most affordable (under $400) out of all the options researched. Here’s how: Continue reading…

10 DIYS to Help You Get Organized

11. Jan. 2017
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After yesterday’s bookshelf before/after, I started thinking about other areas of my house that could use a bit of decluttering. Then I realized how much work I needed to do (ps it’s a lot). But there’s no time like January to make you pretend to get your life together.

So, in search of easy solutions, I came across these ten great organizational projects that are sure to help you tackle any mess in your home. That is of course if you don’t just make a new mess while crafting.

1. Hanging Organizer by The Lovely Drawer

2. Stone Trinket Dishes by Homey Oh My

3. Washi Tape Holder by The Crafted Life

4. Copper + Wood Inspiration Board by Damask Love

5. Plywood Shelving by Paper & Stitch

Easy DIY Bookshelf Organization

10. Jan. 2017
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There’s always something about January that makes me want to organize. Perhaps it’s all the optimistic resolutions motivation floating around, or the fact that it tends to be a slower/snowier month. Either way, I’m not mad about it!

I decided to tackle my bookshelf first because things were getting a bit out of hand. You know it’s bad when you have to clean to take a before photo. Do you ever just have that space in your home where things sort of just pile up without you realizing it? That was my bookshelf. There was no system so I was just leaving items where I could find room; however, with a few simple changes, it’s now finally a functional and organized space! Here’s what I did: