who "wood" have thought?

I walked into an army surplus store one day with my husband, I know you are wondering where I am going with that. Well, the idea came to me when I saw these ammo boxes they had, to mount them and use them just like in this photo. I think my family would think I have lost it. But I love to use things for more then just it's purpose. And another idea came to me, that maybe I could even build our own tv stand. They offer great storage for just about anything. Though I am sure you could use any kind of scrap lumber. I love the idea of the ammo boxes because we enjoy shooting and the distressed look they offer. I love hunting for the unseen treausres,happy hunting...

Neat Tins

I don't know why but I thought of the word Neat when I saw these cool tins. I love anything fun and functional. These are.

You can find these at Ikea.

Lovely Storage

I sometimes think that Pottery Barn was invented just for me. I love their storage ideas, I also love that they are so stylish. Who said that being organized has to be all about hiding your clutter? Not me, that's for sure. I like to find ways to be organized and still have a sense of style and design.

Progressive Spring Cleaning Party

I had this fun thought the other day as I was up on my ladder cleaning the months of dust from our fan, yuk...

What if we could all get our friends together and plan a Progressive Party with a twist, a cleaning party. You go to one house and dust, and have appetizers, the next house you clean windows and make Margaritas(non-alcoholic of course). At another house you could clear out some clutter, and have some yummy spring salad. And at the last house you gather for a nice big barbeque with all your friends and family.
The thing is to plan and talk to your friends and see what they really need help with and make that list count. Spring cleaning doesn't have to be such a chore. I hope that if anyone does try this idea out you will let me know how it goes. I would love to hear from you.