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IKEA Office Makeover & Organization

by Filed Under: Organization

Looking for how to organize your office?  In this video I share with you my favorite office organization tips and ideas.  I don’t know anyone at Ikea, we just found the best deals on office furniture and a bang for your buck 🙂  Compound that with my thrifty ways…you don’t have to spend a lot to be organized or have a space you love.

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ALEX Ikea Desk  ;  LACK Ikea Floating Shelf  ;  KALLAX Ikea Cube Bookshelf

 

DIY Acrylic Water Arrangement Video

 

Folder organizer on desk  ;  Filofax Filing System

File Organizing Video

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Real Organizing Secrets: Best Tips for 2016

by Filed Under: Dollar Tree, Organization

Is your New Year’s resolution to get organized in 2016?  I can’t wait for this season to share tons of videos on getting organized the simple way on a budget.  If it’s from Dollar Tree or FREE it’s for me!  Here are my favorite how-to tips for getting organized!  I’m not a professional home organization expert, but I live an genuinely organized lifestyle and truly believe that ANYONE can… even when life isn’t perfect.  Like right now.  And pretty much all the time. 😉  Hope you enjoy!  (…and yes, I totally ended up sick after filming.  LOL!)

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Declutter Giveaway Winner!

by Filed Under: Organization

So excited to see so many of you participate in my declutter challenge and giveaway.  Congrats to the winner!

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*This is not a sponsored post.  All opinions are my own.  Giveaway hosted and paid for by me.*

Cheap Chalkboard Labels! (65% off!)

by Filed Under: Online Deals, Organization


Just a quick public service announcement on getting CHEAP chalkboard labels.  I’ve gotten lots of comments and messages from you asking why their Dollar Tree didn’t carry chalkboard labels and how I found mine.

Good news, friends!  These chalkboard labels are under $6.95 for 48.  That’s 65% off (down from $19.95)  You read that right.  To get the same amount of labels at the dollar tree you would have to spend over $8 (and they quality is not nearly as good..they struggle to stick to plastic).  These Superchalks are amazing with 5 star reviews.

Need a chalk pen?  There is also a bundle for a couple more bucks that includes a pen.  Also a great deal.

So all you organizing freaks, here you go.  These make a great stocking stuffer, too.  (Full disclosure: I sent these to Charlie and said, “Santa wants me to tell you I want this.  I’m such a weirdo.)  HA!

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Declutter Challenge + GIVEAWAY!

by Filed Under: Organization

It’s that time of year…let’s clear our homes of unnecessary clutter!  This will help make room for your home to get organized in 2016.  (A huge video series brought to you by yours truly 🙂 )  I love to do my “NIFTY 50” declutter at least twice a year.  Take 50 minutes and find at least 50 items that are no longer serving you.  Drop off and feel the clutter free RELIEF!!

As further motivation, I’m going to be giving away a $25 Amazon giftcard to one of you! 

*GIVEAWAY RULES*
-Take a photo of YOUR declutter/donation pile
-Tag me on Instagram or Facebook (@doitonadime)
– You must tag me in a photo by 12/22/15 at 11:59pm EST
-You will know I got your entry because I will “like” the post or respond to it!
-Giveaway open to any country that has access to Amazon!
-Winner will be contacted VIA social media account, so please allow message feature to be active.
-18 or older or must have parental permission

GOOD LUCK AND HAPPY DECLUTTERING!

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*This is not a sponsored post.  All opinions are my own.  Giveaway prize purchased by me, myself and I :)*

11 Tips to an Organized Christmas

by Filed Under: Holiday, Organization

We aren’t perfect.  And our holiday isn’t effortless.  But here are a few things I do to make the process a little easier!

Christmas Gift ListQUICK AND SIMPLE TIPS

  1.  Have a Gift List to keep track of everything you spend and buy.  This keeps you organized and on budget.  Download my Christmas Gift List!
  2. Keep your receipts with your list.  I find it easiest to attach a manila envelope or pocket to my gift list.
  3. Use printable address labels to make sending holiday cards a breeze.  I have a template I update from year to year.  I love using clear address labels so pretty envelopes aren’t hidden.
  4.  Create a wrapping station in your home (it doesn’t have to be fancy) so everything is at ready-access.  Don’t forget scissors, tape and a pen!
  5. Have pull bins in closets that corral different types of trimmings.  It makes access really easy and putting everything away faster than ever.
  6. Creative wrapping paper storage.  Clear garment bags work great and so do big laundry baskets.
  7. Store wrapped gifts in a laundry basket (it makes it easy to transport on Christmas morning)
  8. Create a “Santa’s Workshop” by covering your work station with a blanket.  This has always worked for us!
  9. Organize stocking stuffers in mini caddys or dollar tree bins.  You can see what you have for everyone and keep shopping sales.
  10. Wrap in mini-bursts.  I usually do about 10 minutes per night leading up until Christmas, so I’m not stressed the days before the 25th.
  11. Create a favorites album of highlights on your phone and only import those pictures to an online recourse (like Shutterfly or Walmart) to print your yearly family album.  This is when we start getting ours ready!

I hope you enjoyed these quick tips!

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*This is not a sponsored post.  Links contain affiliates.  All opinions are my own.*

Cheap Car Organization {travel & more!}

by Filed Under: DIY Projects, Dollar Tree, Money Saving, Organization

Organizing your car when going on road trips (with kids) can be a headache…  or like you are about to walk into a battle-zone!  Here are my favorite tips for keeping your car organized (all year long) and preparing for longer trips with kids!

      •  Hang a holiday bag on a command hook to create a no-shift garbage can!  This is one of my favorite hacks.
      • Organize your glove box using old CD cases and Dollar Tree plastic pouches.  CD cases make a great mini-first-aid kit or a coloring kit for your kids.
      • I love microfiber cloths (from Dollar Tree) for cleaning the inside of your car to keep it from getting dusty.  A great investment for only a buck!
      • Forget silicone cup liners, they are cumbersome.  Even though it’s all over Pinterest…
      • I LOVE this iPad holder and toy organizer for the back of the seat.  It’s under $15 and is GREAT for kids on long car trips (plus there is a ton of space for toys!)
      • Use over the door hooks from the dollar store to store umbrellas.  They are also great for hanging diaper bags.
      • Have a removable basket with a blanket, first aid kit, and a change of clothes.  These are our most commonly needed items.
      • Invest in a Shop Vac to clean the inside of your car.  One of our home’s favorite investments!
      • Use Dollar Tree bins to corral extra storage and misc. supplies on the floor
      • Have a high quality cooler and pack food on the go (you will save a ton!).  This is our favorite one.

    • Keep “puke bags” and paper towels handy.  Extra trash bags for dirty or soiled clothes.  You will thank yourself later!

These are our favorite ways to travel organized and simply.  Hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

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*This is not a sponsored post.  All opinions are my own.  Links contain affiliates.*

Is organizing worth it?

by Filed Under: Organization

Sometimes as a mom it’s hard to find balance and justify “getting organized.”  What is worth investing our time in?  What systems are here to stay for good?

Really, it all comes down to MACRO ORGANIZATION and MICRO ORGANIZATION.  Here’s my take on how you can get organized and STAY organized!  Yup, it’s pretty simple!

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*This is not a sponsored post.  All opinions are genuinely my own.*

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