Before and After: Back Porch Storage
Adam and Julia had a back porch they didn’t need to use as a living space as its too hot in the summer and too cold in the winter. They purchased shelves and set it … Continue reading
Category Archives: Special occasions
Seasonal, family/friend events, holidays etc
Give them memories instead of things this holiday
Talking to a friend how she acquired stuff over time inspired an observation about presents. They are so much fun to get, but sometimes even desired and appreciated gift items turn into clutter years later. … Continue reading
Ease of unpacking
Early this fall friends helped me moved into a new apartment. One friend was wowed to see that I had packed a small, well-labeled box with bedding, a towel and pjs so I could make … Continue reading
The 3rd National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
If you missed the chance to drop off expired medicines back in May during the National Take Back Initiative, here’s your chance coming up on Saturday, October 29th, sponsored by the US Department of Justice … Continue reading
Switching Gears for Fall
Seeing leaves starting to change colors, noticing day light getting a bit shorter, feeling crisp fall air arriving to tame hot summer weather, and taking advantage of back-to-school sales are some of the many ways … Continue reading
Gifts for the Wedding Season
I have a number of friends marrying this summer and early fall, so I have several wedding gifts to buy. I almost always pick gifts from the couple’s wedding registry or wish list. That way … Continue reading
Celebrate spring with a clean kitchen
Growing up, I associated April with kitchen cleaning. Passover generally falls in April, and my family prepared for the holiday by cleaning out the fridge and freezer, wiping down cabinets and appliances and going through … Continue reading
Get Informed and Stay Motivated
I’m always looking out for opportunities to donate or recycle: food drives, seasonal clothing drives, cell phone drop-off boxes, book drop-offs, plastic bag recycling and so forth. I keep my eyes open around town, and … Continue reading
When a formal dress is ready to retire, recycle!
Most women have a few “wear it once” dresses in their closets: high-school prom dresses, bridesmaid dresses or formal dresses. If you have such a dress in your collection, consider making a teen’s dreams come … Continue reading
A gift, not a regift
Last month I was given a beautiful set of scented hand creams as a holiday gift. I’m allergic to perfume, so there was no way I could use it. In almost every post on this … Continue reading