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Ch..Ch..Ch..Changes

David Bowie is on in our house a lot. But how appropriate for today. Making some major design changes here. My wonderful 15-year-old daughter drew me a little princess to put on my banner, so I've been trying to spice up the whole page to incorporate it. I'm hoping to add a lot more in the future, but one step at a time. It seems as though my blog needs as much organization as my house! Time to expand!
 
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Speaking of Pinterest, my organization board is needing some attention.  I've been a little overwhelmed at all the things I want to organize and I just can't see to get started.
 
I pinned this idea recently and have been collecting paper rolls secretly - my hubby will think I'm crazy.
|toiletpaper roll cord organizing.
Right now, all my cords are thrown in a plastic tub.  I figure this way I can write what the cord goes to on the roll and then I won't have to keep untangling all the cords when I need one.
 
If I have some left over, I'm going to fix all my wrapping paper rolls.  I hate how rubber bands crinkle the paper.
Cut open toilet paper rolls and use as a cuff to save your wrapping paper.

Boy do I need to do this! We have tiled floors, so I will probably avoid the glass jar.  My youngest likes to play with our old cell phones, so we keep all the chargers for her to have power.  Seriously, this kid can turn a shoe into a phone.  She's all girl.
Why aren't my chargers labelled?
Well, I have my work cut out for me.  I think these are small enough projects to keep me going and get me back on track with my organizing.  If you have an organizing Pinterest board, I hope you'll share the link in the comments below.  I need to fill mine up with more great ideas.

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Unknown said…
These are all such great ideas. I'm going to try them. Thanks ! Jess
3:42 PM, April 11, 2012
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