I know it's been a while since my last post.  Let me explain why in one word: 

Pinterest.

 

I can't explain what triggered my three day organizing binge.  I got lost somewhere between 'homemade cleaning products' and 'christmas decorating ideas' searches on Pinterest.  It's rare for me to accomplish so much without the aid of a good cup of coffee.  I guess I can chalk it up to a creative surge.

So, after loads of ideas and eye candy from Pinterest, I have done the following in the past few days:

 

1.  Cut out (using pinking shears) simple red felt stockings for the kids and hung a rhinestone monogram for each.

 

2.  I cleaned my washing machine with a Clorox soak/rinse, followed by a vinegar soak/rinse.  After whipping up some homemade glass cleaner and all purpose cleaner, I somehow wound up going through all of my cleaning supplies and reorganizing them to all be contained in the laundry closet.  Oh- P.S.  I hung my new homemade cleaning recipes on a measuring tape that is tied around a cabinet door in my washer/dryer closet.  (I saw this done in the kitchen for Christmas cards.  Too cute!)

 

3.  With just a few dollars worth of Hobby Lobby supplies, I made two large holiday arrangements in my black urns for either side of the entryway outside...which led to me organizing random areas of the garage.  Where in the world did that energy come from?!  Anyway, as seen on Pinterest, I'll be adding my chalkboard sandwich sign to add some fun...complete with "Baby it's cold outside" on it.

 

4.  Long overdue, I finally organized my photo CDs to be in order...even making little dividers for each year.  Nothing fancy, but a huge time saver in the long run.

 

Did I mention that this has caused a HUGE domino effect around here.  I'm sorting, organizing, donating and pitching like a crazy woman.  There is still so much to do!  My office area and studio space are next.  Eeeeeek.