Gaga for a Gugu Guru Giveaway!

Whoa!  Say that blog post title five times fast!  And then say hello to this week's giveaway sponsor, <a href="https://www.guguguru.com/" target="_blank">Gugu Guru</a>!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicqOvu3uzkNu1fj0yyMC58YeL5bTizRCha3wc9PrBKwsvXaH1lwmHmDD5h1AL0Vupt6GpeP1OK2qvYA2dV8aoH9YwHSXDslD3SbAlfBkBHhKO4fAX7zOV5JLqzvEUTSUJV3sFX3Clr-IU/s1600/gugu-guru-logo-01.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicqOvu3uzkNu1fj0yyMC58YeL5bTizRCha3wc9PrBKwsvXaH1lwmHmDD5h1AL0Vupt6GpeP1OK2qvYA2dV8aoH9YwHSXDslD3SbAlfBkBHhKO4fAX7zOV5JLqzvEUTSUJV3sFX3Clr-IU/s1600/gugu-guru-logo-01.png" /></a></div><br />When I was a first time mom-to-be, I remember spending hours and hours reading up on the best baby products and researching what we thought we needed vs. what we really needed.  There was so much information out there, and I really went into the registry process a little blind.  14 years ago, they didn't have the amazing technology and the helpful tools and apps that they have today.<br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjm_Aredne6jqXy_iMo4sFmvjRTJ-KND3PKuwdAsTn45UCn_W3v1QF7yXa2x8ciIkr_uVMUb3HjEv-R1fO6iZVlRhd1oOL574kCEWmrIzQkFn4E99rt1MigrIF9MpbMy9S-7IvbJhF0Mvo/s1600/Monica_MOOD_Nursery-01.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjm_Aredne6jqXy_iMo4sFmvjRTJ-KND3PKuwdAsTn45UCn_W3v1QF7yXa2x8ciIkr_uVMUb3HjEv-R1fO6iZVlRhd1oOL574kCEWmrIzQkFn4E99rt1MigrIF9MpbMy9S-7IvbJhF0Mvo/s1600/Monica_MOOD_Nursery-01.jpg" /></a></div><br />This week's sponsor, <a href="https://www.guguguru.com/" target="_blank">Gugu Guru</a>, was created to help you determine <i>your</i> baby registry style.  No more walking around stores drowning in a sea of baby products or spending hours researching online. Gugu Guru is a new baby registry website that makes personalized product recommendations based on your unique lifestyle and personal style. Take a quiz and tell Gugu Guru about your lifestyle, the clothing and decor styles that appeal to you, along with your budget and product preferences and Gugu Guru will deliver "perfect match" products for your personalized baby registry.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGWk7bbRkHGE5jY29EiXjvJ0cCmyrwKBM28qVihbst4wEbajMmLEsGAoKthcnRFyuSHSbENLvyD9QPe1jB5ajNPkAbAgNz8tSyxA46BAhF6E_xmUCfzogCyNpQjUlJEAjJufrdzWtZB10/s1600/Monica_MOOD_BabyStyle-05.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGWk7bbRkHGE5jY29EiXjvJ0cCmyrwKBM28qVihbst4wEbajMmLEsGAoKthcnRFyuSHSbENLvyD9QPe1jB5ajNPkAbAgNz8tSyxA46BAhF6E_xmUCfzogCyNpQjUlJEAjJufrdzWtZB10/s1600/Monica_MOOD_BabyStyle-05.jpg" /></a></div><br />All product recommendations are completely unbiased and based on ratings from industry experts and fellow moms in the know. You can browse recommendations, add products to your registry and then mark items as “Must Have” or “Nice to Have” to help your friends and family decide what to purchase first. Select the option to have a Gugu Guru team member review before publishing or just go ahead and publish it to share with your friends and family so they can start shopping. <br /><br />Although we are not having any more babies any time soon, I decided it would be fun to give the site a whirl.  I was truly impressed with how spot on the recommendations were after taking the short survey.  It was much more interactive, enjoyable and even quicker than spending hours researching and reading.  Anything that saves precious time is a win in my book!<br /><br />This week, Gugu Guru is offering up iHeart Organizing readers the chance to win a $50 gift card to use on Amazon.com for all of your baby product needs.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzLqjuayMY_bcBewI9io1wEq9ArwhvlnLFz_AkgXRUaxQf6g7BroU8NnS9cpCcLQXRNhK5FDZJ9a-ZDh8EuuIyB94JEqgcI5VbCvgiTtolceyfSyddQzXMMvgr-PfyrVJSuAbKb1Lxvx8/s1600/Win_Me_Gugu_Guru_Amazon.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzLqjuayMY_bcBewI9io1wEq9ArwhvlnLFz_AkgXRUaxQf6g7BroU8NnS9cpCcLQXRNhK5FDZJ9a-ZDh8EuuIyB94JEqgcI5VbCvgiTtolceyfSyddQzXMMvgr-PfyrVJSuAbKb1Lxvx8/s1600/Win_Me_Gugu_Guru_Amazon.png" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVFO5r_uUUO5C0QjNmQg70ObFWcN3TwgVLDKsOnCQuie3tR1Cwrww7vQoVb5eJfxa84XxILncHelqynLyMubQ3CdEU-ymhB0Y-G4V-pQ2ToqIIUf27IRlPTDWBncz0EGX3GjQwqyJx1CvD/s1600/enterthegiveaway.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVFO5r_uUUO5C0QjNmQg70ObFWcN3TwgVLDKsOnCQuie3tR1Cwrww7vQoVb5eJfxa84XxILncHelqynLyMubQ3CdEU-ymhB0Y-G4V-pQ2ToqIIUf27IRlPTDWBncz0EGX3GjQwqyJx1CvD/s1600/enterthegiveaway.png" /></a></div><br /><a class="rcptr" data-raflid="5a368ad2192" data-template="" data-theme="classic" href="http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/5a368ad2192/" id="rcwidget_6tgjw96w" rel="nofollow">a Rafflecopter giveaway</a><br /><script src="//widget-prime.rafflecopter.com/launch.js"></script><br />Good luck everyone!<br /><br /><span style="color: #666666; font-size: small;"><i>Must be 18 years old or older. Open to US residents only.  No purchase necessary to win. All rules and entries must be followed to be eligible to win. Winner will be selected at random using rafflecopter.com and will be announced on original blog post upon drawing. IHeart Organizing official giveaway entry rules can always be found <a href="http://iheartorganizing.blogspot.com/p/oh-so-important-giveaway-fine-print.html" target="_blank">here</a>.</i></span><br /><br />

Gaga for a Gugu Guru Giveaway!

Whoa!  Say that blog post title five times fast!  And then say hello to this week's giveaway sponsor, Gugu Guru ! When I was a first tim...

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IHeart Thirty-One Storage and a GIVEAWAY!

Being that I am working on cleaning out and organizing both of our cars this week, today's <a href="https://www.mythirtyone.com/Jenny/shop/Catalog/BrowseCatalog" target="_blank">Thirty-One</a> giveaway couldn't come at a better time!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirllKowXcql1WcApVy1DIkBLRCbIMHODBZdFo639_gzofvBrzQ28cXoZDvAedealATpF1hLVC3dIG9D7ta39KlRcWxrjDWX7C6L4_Bros_1n5f-T36eXo9LMpTPI54obXWYIxDGe8kaYPr/s1600/Auto-Organization.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirllKowXcql1WcApVy1DIkBLRCbIMHODBZdFo639_gzofvBrzQ28cXoZDvAedealATpF1hLVC3dIG9D7ta39KlRcWxrjDWX7C6L4_Bros_1n5f-T36eXo9LMpTPI54obXWYIxDGe8kaYPr/s1600/Auto-Organization.jpg" /></a></div><br />Thirty-One has made a super-sized appearance in the organizational world.  They are known for offering an endless array of storage and organizing solutions in a wide variety of color and pattern options.  To top it off, many of the items can be personalized to satisfy your love for labeling.<br /><br />Although I was eying up their automotive solutions, they have options that work in any room of the home.  Below are just a few examples of how their storage bins, baskets and wall organizers make an appearance in a pantry, home office, mudroom and playroom. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsnLUjdCWhcqiRK3zsSgt1TqArG7dqJNvgFBVJsw-vSQvSu9PpJaoSS2dl4sUqLTwRzF2mCrSrDcZQaGCFocPYiYKigTxaCege2lfnb5sOgK1Uwi8eFESpTNv7ZzJkJ7euxfUheFNvAIas/s1600/Thirty-One-Collage-2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsnLUjdCWhcqiRK3zsSgt1TqArG7dqJNvgFBVJsw-vSQvSu9PpJaoSS2dl4sUqLTwRzF2mCrSrDcZQaGCFocPYiYKigTxaCege2lfnb5sOgK1Uwi8eFESpTNv7ZzJkJ7euxfUheFNvAIas/s1600/Thirty-One-Collage-2.jpg" /></a></div><br /><a href="https://www.mythirtyone.com/Jenny/shop/Catalog/BrowseCatalog" target="_blank">Jenny Hillenburg is a consultant with Thirty-One</a>, and she is here today to offer up a great giveaway to you!  Now, whatever space your are tackling will become more organized with beautiful and versatile storage. <i>(Perfect whether you are joining in on the <a href="http://iheartorganizing.blogspot.com/search/label/%22Wait-No-More%22%20Challenge" target="_blank">weekly challenges</a> or just working bit by bit on your personal spaces.)</i><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2BvaEZYQ2qp5akzjEQH8ErJjNJXyYKwlmeda00tUMKeCuWo8IRTPjKudE3LLTYQGBei2kkCGXToAoWrcqplpmez7xLegrLBt0XhmRBuLccEjjYW5vFgBSz_MryIAgb30K6bt6dUJsvsrh/s1600/Thirty-One-Win-Me.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2BvaEZYQ2qp5akzjEQH8ErJjNJXyYKwlmeda00tUMKeCuWo8IRTPjKudE3LLTYQGBei2kkCGXToAoWrcqplpmez7xLegrLBt0XhmRBuLccEjjYW5vFgBSz_MryIAgb30K6bt6dUJsvsrh/s1600/Thirty-One-Win-Me.png" /></a></div><br />This week's giveaway is for two "<a href="https://www.mythirtyone.com/Jenny/shop/Catalog/ItemDetail/4119" target="_blank">Your Way Cubes</a>":<br /><br /><i>Re-think how you organize! This smart solution features rigid sides, handles, a clear PVC window on one side to help find what you’re after and an embroidery option for labeling. Approximately 12.5”H x 12.5”W x 12.5”D.  Available in a variety of color and personalization options.</i><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVFO5r_uUUO5C0QjNmQg70ObFWcN3TwgVLDKsOnCQuie3tR1Cwrww7vQoVb5eJfxa84XxILncHelqynLyMubQ3CdEU-ymhB0Y-G4V-pQ2ToqIIUf27IRlPTDWBncz0EGX3GjQwqyJx1CvD/s1600/enterthegiveaway.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVFO5r_uUUO5C0QjNmQg70ObFWcN3TwgVLDKsOnCQuie3tR1Cwrww7vQoVb5eJfxa84XxILncHelqynLyMubQ3CdEU-ymhB0Y-G4V-pQ2ToqIIUf27IRlPTDWBncz0EGX3GjQwqyJx1CvD/s1600/enterthegiveaway.png" /></a></div><br /><a class="rcptr" data-raflid="5a368ad2191" data-template="" data-theme="classic" href="http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/5a368ad2191/" id="rcwidget_d9pdj275" rel="nofollow">a Rafflecopter giveaway</a><br /><script src="//widget-prime.rafflecopter.com/launch.js"></script><br /><br />Good luck everyone!<br /><br /><span style="color: #666666; font-size: small;"><i>Must be 18 years old or older. Open to US residents only.  No purchase necessary to win. All rules and entries must be followed to be eligible to win. Winner will be selected at random using rafflecopter.com and will be announced on original blog post upon drawing. IHeart Organizing official giveaway entry rules can always be found <a href="http://iheartorganizing.blogspot.com/p/oh-so-important-giveaway-fine-print.html" target="_blank">here</a>.</i></span>

IHeart Thirty-One Storage and a GIVEAWAY!

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IHeart Murchison-Hume & a GIVEAWAY!

I hope you all had a lovely holiday weekend!  The boys had a four day school vacation and I really enjoyed their daily company.  We were able to mix some housework with a lot of play, leaving us all exhausted in the very best of ways.<br /><br />Speaking of chores, although spring is already almost over, we are just starting to think about our spring cleaning sessions around here.  The fact that spring always seems to arrive later here in the Midwest paired with our major home projects as of late, we are a bit behind our normal cleaning and decluttering schedule.  But I am ready!  In fact, I personally find an odd excitement in a good deep cleaning session.  But you already knew that.  You also probably know that we made the switch the more homemade and healthy cleaning products a few years ago.  It is always nice to know that I don't have to worry about what I am spraying into the air that we all breath each day.  And that I don't have to be concerned when the dogs lick up random crumbs from under the kitchen table.<br /><br />But I know not everyone wishes to take the time to make homemade cleaners.  Or maybe you are skeptical about how well they really work?  Whether you have never used green cleaners or you spend your evenings whipping up a batch of laundry detergent during your favorite sitcom, I have an AMAZING giveaway for you all this week.  It is definitely one near and dear to my heart.  Say hello to <a href="http://www.murchison-hume.com/" target="_blank">Murchison-Hume</a>!<br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTFEKYAomXv9t9BktiGZwYRuryYPSS0HOb3PIJdnwubf0XGZCaVYAJ8Jy1Q3xgjZJcJFG7lHg8Z7z_oKpjPPoxdTm1ayIZX5qXt_7lXiK_WJmGdQ8RYXzIAVQd38iY6I_bnbpWUmw6UKSB/s1600/320512-Screen+Shot+2012-06-19+at+5.29.05+PM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTFEKYAomXv9t9BktiGZwYRuryYPSS0HOb3PIJdnwubf0XGZCaVYAJ8Jy1Q3xgjZJcJFG7lHg8Z7z_oKpjPPoxdTm1ayIZX5qXt_7lXiK_WJmGdQ8RYXzIAVQd38iY6I_bnbpWUmw6UKSB/s1600/320512-Screen+Shot+2012-06-19+at+5.29.05+PM.png" /></a></div><br />Murchison-Hume was created by former Fashion Editor and mother of two, Max Kater, when her son developed allergic sensitivities to common household cleaning products. She made it her mission to create products that would be stylish to look at, safe and easy to use and still work just as well as ordinary supermarket brands. Clean is beautiful.<br /><br />And let's be brutally honest for a minute.  Stylish packaging is HUGE!  Having the ability to leave cleaning products out in the open only promotes more cleaning.  Am I right?<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYzeYIAVhSDwk2nZRd_rJf4Gl2QF4sOJH-zeoX-SUdMUysoNvOmbCIgkWHmT6u1G6signnuO1oYNLo43aYzqIBUtg1Da4UGeJfiHx5oAMKFjHRzeidn9oEnCnjmBqVcZGM-4Ci3EDe4KKU/s1600/11312992_1095272867154953_8837836363270700072_o.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYzeYIAVhSDwk2nZRd_rJf4Gl2QF4sOJH-zeoX-SUdMUysoNvOmbCIgkWHmT6u1G6signnuO1oYNLo43aYzqIBUtg1Da4UGeJfiHx5oAMKFjHRzeidn9oEnCnjmBqVcZGM-4Ci3EDe4KKU/s1600/11312992_1095272867154953_8837836363270700072_o.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br />OK, so we have <a href="http://www.murchison-hume.com/pages/our-ingredients" target="_blank">healthy and earth friendly</a> (check, check), stylish (check), <a href="http://www.murchison-hume.com/products/bamboo-caddy" target="_blank">portable cleaning caddy</a> (check) and they also clean really well (check)!  What could make them any better?  Why an <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/99301949/customized-childrens-chore-chart?ref=shop_home_active_16" target="_blank">iHeart Organizing chore chart</a> of course!  I just love seeing it in their most recent promotional photo! ♥  See, we are a match made in cleaning and organizational heaven! <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYbUU-3cc5jaUOeAhp9lkK04mZc4kSsUmrONzmX-Et9vKde84DDovE8LNHD4Bo9sePulP1j2fDyBv1sjHHJoNUb_SHyC9Kv6fDK767OjRSVERC7Z4SQmeo5VVLsY6A3isLki9NhyphenhyphenEQD0em/s1600/Please+use+this+photo.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYbUU-3cc5jaUOeAhp9lkK04mZc4kSsUmrONzmX-Et9vKde84DDovE8LNHD4Bo9sePulP1j2fDyBv1sjHHJoNUb_SHyC9Kv6fDK767OjRSVERC7Z4SQmeo5VVLsY6A3isLki9NhyphenhyphenEQD0em/s1600/Please+use+this+photo.jpg" /></a></div><br /><br />OK everyone, I want to get these cleaners into your paws. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRy_hENWZeONZEyuOibDByFYkv2fz6p-M0ilO3NFhZqwBk8XYYlh-D6F9TJbCkrRl_S0-ZvXlpMl_eF1VDPx8P0tajpNvFeyigb2nZrcsrUj6ljXfMBQI8-TfmEWuZyL3ZIGMtKPgnK98C/s1600/Murch_Hume_WinMe.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRy_hENWZeONZEyuOibDByFYkv2fz6p-M0ilO3NFhZqwBk8XYYlh-D6F9TJbCkrRl_S0-ZvXlpMl_eF1VDPx8P0tajpNvFeyigb2nZrcsrUj6ljXfMBQI8-TfmEWuZyL3ZIGMtKPgnK98C/s1600/Murch_Hume_WinMe.png" /></a></div><br />This week, I am giveaway away an amazing cleaning prize pack.  So whether you are ready to change your daily cleaning routine or are about to dive into a deep spring cleaning like myself, be ready to fall in love with your chores (it really is possible).<br /><br />One lucky winner will receive the <a href="http://www.murchison-hume.com/collections/around-the-house/products/classic-six-cleaning-set" target="_blank">Classic Six Box Cleaning Set</a> which includes:<br /><ul><li>Boys’ Bathroom Cleaner</li><li>Premium Glass Polish</li><li>Spit & Polish Stainless Steel Cleaner</li><li>Everyday Furniture & Upholstery Cleaner</li><li>Counter Safe All-Purpose Cleaner</li><li>Effortless Floor Cleaner</li><li>Bamboo Caddy (Measures - 10”L x 7"W x 4.5” H)</li></ul><br />I am also throwing in a $40 gift credit to <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/IHeartOrganizing?ref=hdr_shop_menu" target="_blank">my Etsy printable shop</a>! 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IHeart Murchison-Hume & a GIVEAWAY!

I hope you all had a lovely holiday weekend!  The boys had a four day school vacation and I really enjoyed their daily company.  We were abl...

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An Organized Happy Drawer with Chic Shelf Paper & a GIVEAWAY!

Happy surprises come in a variety of shapes and sizes.  It could be the gift of coffee from the car ahead of you in the drive-thru.  Or a friend randomly stopping by just to say hello.  My personal favorite is when my kiddos pop up behind me and say, "Surprise hug!" while wrapping their arms around me.  Random life surprises are amazing.  But there are also ways you can create small happy surprises throughout your home.  Those special little moments that make you smile day after day.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXSAAuRT7MVXu8_MvgiHySpzR2znKmhVbaIGAH4uT1RJFdJgTZkNe34mFUm6AY46IdQ2fylvAjO-CR0Tj70jtcA1Na00-mqR9PLBiOVB2fQ9CyhLOfGyvhh6CJwB8TQx2mIVL1QLbV8fdL/s1600/Chic_Shelf_Paper_Lined_Junk_Drawer_Header.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXSAAuRT7MVXu8_MvgiHySpzR2znKmhVbaIGAH4uT1RJFdJgTZkNe34mFUm6AY46IdQ2fylvAjO-CR0Tj70jtcA1Na00-mqR9PLBiOVB2fQ9CyhLOfGyvhh6CJwB8TQx2mIVL1QLbV8fdL/s1600/Chic_Shelf_Paper_Lined_Junk_Drawer_Header.png" /></a></div><br />When I am picking up our home or even just grabbing for a pen, opening a drawer lined with decorative paper is sure to perk up my cheeks.  Ditto for opening a painted or wallpapered closet.  That instant pop of pattern and color in those common mundane spaces is always a win.  I know it may not be that way for everyone, but on top of loving the prettiness of it, it really helps me maintain the spaces I organize.<br /><br />I have lined our drawers with everything from gift wrap to contact paper to even wallpaper.  When it comes to the kitchen and bathroom, nothing really compares to true shelf liner.  In those spaces, it is ultra important to select papers that are durable and easy to wipe clean.<br /><br />The folks at <a href="http://www.chicshelfpaper.com/home.php" target="_blank">Chic Shelf Paper</a> asked if I wanted to give their pretty patterned liners a try.  Knowing we have an entire kitchen to organize, I started browsing their endless selection of colors and options.<br /><br />You may have noticed when I recently <a href="http://iheartorganizing.blogspot.com/2015/04/iheart-kitchen-reno-organized-pantry.html" target="_blank">organized our pantry</a>, I added a dash of pretty <a href="http://www.chicshelfpaper.com/Greek-Spiral-Navy-Blue-Shelf-Paper-Drawer-Liner.html" target="_blank">navy greek key paper</a>...  Makes all the difference right?<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAcPO4A0KOMamMZaS4k8nRDKW93wxaYEW7gNnX2FXzgbY5WHvfd2ESWCfCGPqKVvxIys9PWvVB4xB9TtpWwfvdfQkFr_tXPt9si2-81oZTYyBU4b3RdI2cxAuqg8p7Mk2edWPoMG9Ru5Vi/s1600/IKEA_Pantry_Organization_Drawer_25.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAcPO4A0KOMamMZaS4k8nRDKW93wxaYEW7gNnX2FXzgbY5WHvfd2ESWCfCGPqKVvxIys9PWvVB4xB9TtpWwfvdfQkFr_tXPt9si2-81oZTYyBU4b3RdI2cxAuqg8p7Mk2edWPoMG9Ru5Vi/s1600/IKEA_Pantry_Organization_Drawer_25.jpg" /></a></div><br />Living in chaos of a renovation for months has been a little nerve wracking, so to bring a little normalcy back to life, I have been slowly unpacking and organizing our kitchen drawers.  Today, I organized our "essential" drawer and thought I would walk through the lining process a little more thoroughly.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgm98El78xmQkf3HI6WPM7RG9jm7GRX9rekchEsKhVEIqP8Yn4dxqt1bo-xCg7fRY_7X0zDeQ9wlxlnhqr_oiE4K3hROXYdrbSkf4RvCKy6RA4n7kF44GBx9b8Odax-_LPjP47G6Atb5h-k/s1600/Chic_Shelf_Paper_Lined_Junk_Drawer_9.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgm98El78xmQkf3HI6WPM7RG9jm7GRX9rekchEsKhVEIqP8Yn4dxqt1bo-xCg7fRY_7X0zDeQ9wlxlnhqr_oiE4K3hROXYdrbSkf4RvCKy6RA4n7kF44GBx9b8Odax-_LPjP47G6Atb5h-k/s1600/Chic_Shelf_Paper_Lined_Junk_Drawer_9.jpg" /></a></div><br />First, most would call this type of drawer a <i>junk</i> drawer.  I decided it was more of an essential daily life drawer.  Our home office is located in our lower level, yet there are just some things we reach for on a very frequent basis.  Instead of running up and down the stairs every time we need a scissors, tape or a pencil, we toss office items into this drawer.  Although other random items may be tossed into this drawer throughout the years, for the most part we prefer to have it contain the following daily items:<br /><ul><li>Screwdrivers in various sizes (as well as a temporary spot to toss extra hardware)</li><li>Cutting tools; scissors and craft knife</li><li>Paper clips, paper pad, highlighter, pens & pencils</li><li>Sticky notes</li><li>Tape</li><li>Tape Measure</li><li>Disinfecting spray</li><li>Ruler</li><li>Kleenex</li><li>Shed key</li></ul><br />To get started, I always clean out the drawer with a vacuum and a rag.  This prevents any bumps under the drawer liner.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTYYmvHdhgl4rF-RoeMCUMHGB6xaheClAw1PZfQE6zI3l0wOpwYpQAubU9UG3ieYUlGKGWvsqQXscw8kzbwRkXsA_KwzCOMfsgvqzKYcKC6JjP9ne7MlmZDardqm-xeGX4lTFrzATwF_92/s1600/Chic_Shelf_Paper_Lined_Junk_Drawer_1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTYYmvHdhgl4rF-RoeMCUMHGB6xaheClAw1PZfQE6zI3l0wOpwYpQAubU9UG3ieYUlGKGWvsqQXscw8kzbwRkXsA_KwzCOMfsgvqzKYcKC6JjP9ne7MlmZDardqm-xeGX4lTFrzATwF_92/s1600/Chic_Shelf_Paper_Lined_Junk_Drawer_1.jpg" /></a></div><br />I then lay out my tools; a large cutting mat, a straight edge (I just use a level), a slicer/craft knife and a tape measure.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhz9I3Ud1W8hVjUUQ1V65azw4YToed2jKhMpg3j2SgD2unyJtMpKxL3MX54rfEXmtEPGGEdtCAkVj8Qe8ClmyZ6W2Y1k0-QUxQvjxoO6p554QRiOhHrtDsLPi-QEtlO55DUGk6aevHPcHnU/s1600/Chic_Shelf_Paper_Lined_Junk_Drawer_2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhz9I3Ud1W8hVjUUQ1V65azw4YToed2jKhMpg3j2SgD2unyJtMpKxL3MX54rfEXmtEPGGEdtCAkVj8Qe8ClmyZ6W2Y1k0-QUxQvjxoO6p554QRiOhHrtDsLPi-QEtlO55DUGk6aevHPcHnU/s1600/Chic_Shelf_Paper_Lined_Junk_Drawer_2.jpg" /></a></div><br />Using the tape measure, I measure the bottom of the drawer for both length and width.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMbVUKDqJa8C58gKmmNezfQ8ECpUhxBBkqBW2JE8sf40tgXsPuC8ryIUFdIU5Gzm0Ac7r67YlBQ5nynIAjmf6i_H5b5WmvPSM1Z6VXldOXpKbR4FsqCrGYBre4d8na6zHegJ0wYeJmWAkm/s1600/Chic_Shelf_Paper_Lined_Junk_Drawer_3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMbVUKDqJa8C58gKmmNezfQ8ECpUhxBBkqBW2JE8sf40tgXsPuC8ryIUFdIU5Gzm0Ac7r67YlBQ5nynIAjmf6i_H5b5WmvPSM1Z6VXldOXpKbR4FsqCrGYBre4d8na6zHegJ0wYeJmWAkm/s1600/Chic_Shelf_Paper_Lined_Junk_Drawer_3.jpg" /></a></div><br />I then use the mat paired with my straight edge to slice the paper accordingly.  Cutting papers can be really frustrating, and this has been by far the easiest and quickest way to get a nice, accurate cut.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgq-O8aDYvG3YqyJidHM-JBVb4sVC-hwSAoC_PFbghHzeyyfA04ZGEJmbHG-JMKKfsekjI3voM7ipN7_A8VqblIwpCbf5tIUm2WVnNUKuNQJMw6gs4CvJaoM1VxHLBW5sov9Yj9rsDkPewj/s1600/Chic_Shelf_Paper_Lined_Junk_Drawer_4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgq-O8aDYvG3YqyJidHM-JBVb4sVC-hwSAoC_PFbghHzeyyfA04ZGEJmbHG-JMKKfsekjI3voM7ipN7_A8VqblIwpCbf5tIUm2WVnNUKuNQJMw6gs4CvJaoM1VxHLBW5sov9Yj9rsDkPewj/s1600/Chic_Shelf_Paper_Lined_Junk_Drawer_4.jpg" /></a></div><br />The shelf paper I was using for this project is super nice and thick (twice as thick as typical contact paper).  This also makes a world of difference in the ease of installation.  The flimsier the paper, the more you will struggle with it sticking to itself and running the risk of bubbling.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghJIJ8THPUjRsv0Ci8SF4sc-M6_9iz8gq2FJKfcwAi28ClvpZPogDBl_pZhviGJS9EKuLORhtIidfOEv102oMLg1xFBrKfzbL-toI7BNMREh13knMvS5KkBSxao2SN5E8xQzKMHBuZI16i/s1600/Chic_Shelf_Paper_Lined_Junk_Drawer_5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghJIJ8THPUjRsv0Ci8SF4sc-M6_9iz8gq2FJKfcwAi28ClvpZPogDBl_pZhviGJS9EKuLORhtIidfOEv102oMLg1xFBrKfzbL-toI7BNMREh13knMvS5KkBSxao2SN5E8xQzKMHBuZI16i/s1600/Chic_Shelf_Paper_Lined_Junk_Drawer_5.jpg" /></a></div><br />The paper came with a squeegee for installation, but I haven't had to use it.  It repositions beautifully so if I don't get it just right the first time, I can easily shift it and try again.  <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg28ll1kKc4nm3rSefDg4Yr8ZweC-cEXoaodjDkwIlwxV0zv3IymtcJniQ9-R5H3tmbtRn680E9pMT0YGXBFj1ciJqVpKHzE99ev6EmSfdr_YVzfYXT7-RA7TG9sExP8j84AvIR4ayl9UFJ/s1600/Chic_Shelf_Paper_Lined_Junk_Drawer_6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg28ll1kKc4nm3rSefDg4Yr8ZweC-cEXoaodjDkwIlwxV0zv3IymtcJniQ9-R5H3tmbtRn680E9pMT0YGXBFj1ciJqVpKHzE99ev6EmSfdr_YVzfYXT7-RA7TG9sExP8j84AvIR4ayl9UFJ/s1600/Chic_Shelf_Paper_Lined_Junk_Drawer_6.jpg" /></a></div><br />Then I just press it smooth and done!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJ3GAUQNGscjjaCbn2RCJbfcaVONQomvSpNqmkLzZwN3xtPmV-dHoRPcSQ1EzooKC_Y9ZQVa_VvWIzKpGYbSz7uliFY2Blp5oVYMPI5m4E2393ZDPmpBkiC_lIi2XcoBGK9E9WiwhFCiq9/s1600/Chic_Shelf_Paper_Lined_Junk_Drawer_7.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJ3GAUQNGscjjaCbn2RCJbfcaVONQomvSpNqmkLzZwN3xtPmV-dHoRPcSQ1EzooKC_Y9ZQVa_VvWIzKpGYbSz7uliFY2Blp5oVYMPI5m4E2393ZDPmpBkiC_lIi2XcoBGK9E9WiwhFCiq9/s1600/Chic_Shelf_Paper_Lined_Junk_Drawer_7.jpg" /></a></div><br />Typically, I find the paper too pretty to cover all the way up.  That is where the happy surprise comes in when I am grabbing for that ruler.  It is also why I generally use acrylic organizers/dividers.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8xvV6oD28QL8NHxxygdXFkGCDq-HNlMtpY7G_ZROO7lSO4xk6kLgG1Tc8MHVrBTvgrrbmeLsyZAam6tLrD83qUlAD05iBjnWMI1-jVHUho7G4Yny5FenpEtIdTBKIoB5Lg56cDqtk34at/s1600/Chic_Shelf_Paper_Lined_Junk_Drawer_10.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8xvV6oD28QL8NHxxygdXFkGCDq-HNlMtpY7G_ZROO7lSO4xk6kLgG1Tc8MHVrBTvgrrbmeLsyZAam6tLrD83qUlAD05iBjnWMI1-jVHUho7G4Yny5FenpEtIdTBKIoB5Lg56cDqtk34at/s1600/Chic_Shelf_Paper_Lined_Junk_Drawer_10.jpg" /></a></div><br />We still have a room of boxes to unpack, but the addition of this single drawer is sure to be handy as we keep trucking along.<br /><br />Having worked with so many types of papers, I am pretty sure that the Chic Shelf Paper has been some of the easiest, most durable to work with.  Plus, they have the largest selection I have seen.  They have a new number one fan!<br /><br />Below are a few of my favorite patterns... You can probably guess that I am scheming to find a place for those pink ones.  At least a place where my boys won't give me the stink eye.<br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdDyXRqju1qnrOWfoa96j0P2qBZLJ0c4KJrnsRZLq6HlyJXpFnRo2rPA6Id9vQnbWBrNz2k7TintVNZvEA5QAFytAY2sQleidj5MDb_LZKOw7twoO_s3GV-a9aOz-MTiys7LapY-Nd3Cq2/s1600/Chic_Shelf_Paper_Favs.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdDyXRqju1qnrOWfoa96j0P2qBZLJ0c4KJrnsRZLq6HlyJXpFnRo2rPA6Id9vQnbWBrNz2k7TintVNZvEA5QAFytAY2sQleidj5MDb_LZKOw7twoO_s3GV-a9aOz-MTiys7LapY-Nd3Cq2/s1600/Chic_Shelf_Paper_Favs.png" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.chicshelfpaper.com/Bright-Pink-Fruits-Shelf-Paper-Drawer-Liner.html" target="_blank">pink fruit</a> | <a href="http://www.chicshelfpaper.com/Ikat-in-Dove-Gray-Shelf-Paper-Drawer-Liner.html" target="_blank">ikat</a> | <a href="http://www.chicshelfpaper.com/Pink-Scallops-Shelf-Paper-Drawer-Liner.html" target="_blank">scallops</a> | <a href="http://www.chicshelfpaper.com/Greek-Spiral-Navy-Blue-Shelf-Paper-Drawer-Liner.html" target="_blank">greek key</a> | <a href="http://www.chicshelfpaper.com/Pool-Blue-Polka-Dot.html" target="_blank">aqua dot</a> | <a href="http://www.chicshelfpaper.com/Black-and-White-Tiles-Shelf-Paper-Drawer-Liner.html" target="_blank">black & white tile</a></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><br />Because I want for you to be able to create those happy surprise moments around your home, I am partnering with <a href="https://www.chicshelfpaper.com/home.php" target="_blank">Chic Shelf Paper</a> to give you a $100 credit to their online store!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVFO5r_uUUO5C0QjNmQg70ObFWcN3TwgVLDKsOnCQuie3tR1Cwrww7vQoVb5eJfxa84XxILncHelqynLyMubQ3CdEU-ymhB0Y-G4V-pQ2ToqIIUf27IRlPTDWBncz0EGX3GjQwqyJx1CvD/s1600/enterthegiveaway.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVFO5r_uUUO5C0QjNmQg70ObFWcN3TwgVLDKsOnCQuie3tR1Cwrww7vQoVb5eJfxa84XxILncHelqynLyMubQ3CdEU-ymhB0Y-G4V-pQ2ToqIIUf27IRlPTDWBncz0EGX3GjQwqyJx1CvD/s1600/enterthegiveaway.png" /></a></div><br /><a class="rcptr" data-raflid="5a368ad2189" data-template="" data-theme="classic" href="http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/5a368ad2189/" id="rcwidget_39xusk1c" rel="nofollow">a Rafflecopter giveaway</a><br /><script src="//widget-prime.rafflecopter.com/launch.js"></script><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrGR46V06xkxcgMPZ9l-48htT0z4f8cP2PXD1_CpqHp5lBL5SX0Un9lYnwCryJN-cvJfi-WWvDaPGolxySNA3Cep-zSyNljRTvBtlL26Z817MXI8bIi8HOLRMUob9iI1PAvcnqQZyXuzM/s1600/MoreGoodness.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrGR46V06xkxcgMPZ9l-48htT0z4f8cP2PXD1_CpqHp5lBL5SX0Un9lYnwCryJN-cvJfi-WWvDaPGolxySNA3Cep-zSyNljRTvBtlL26Z817MXI8bIi8HOLRMUob9iI1PAvcnqQZyXuzM/s1600/MoreGoodness.png" /></a></div><br />From now through May 31st, you can receive 10% off your <a href="https://www.chicshelfpaper.com/home.php" target="_blank">Chic Shelf Paper</a> order of $50 or more with code <span style="color: #a20067;"><b>ChicOrganizers</b></span>. <br /><br /><br />Good luck all!  And I would love to know what is a must have for your "essential" drawer?<br /><br /><span style="color: #666666; font-size: small;"><i>Must be 18 years old or older. Open to US and Canada residents only.  No purchase necessary to win. All rules and entries must be followed to be eligible to win. Winner will be selected at random using rafflecopter.com and will be announced on original blog post upon drawing. IHeart Organizing official giveaway entry rules can always be found <a href="http://iheartorganizing.blogspot.com/p/oh-so-important-giveaway-fine-print.html" target="_blank">here</a>.</i></span><br /><br />

An Organized Happy Drawer with Chic Shelf Paper & a GIVEAWAY!

Happy surprises come in a variety of shapes and sizes.  It could be the gift of coffee from the car ahead of you in the drive-thru.  Or a fr...

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Preserving Memories with Artifact Uprising & a GIVEAWAY!

Raise your hand if you are guilty for taking hundreds of photos but never printing them.  Or framing them. Or turning them into really amazing and beautiful keepsakes.  My hand is up and my phone and memory cards are full.  This week, it is time for me to help <b>you</b> get some of those photos preserved in a thoughtful way.  Let's give a warm welcome to <a href="https://www.artifactuprising.com/" target="_blank">Artifact Uprising</a>.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJzRiIR8gR9lI74rzh1mWIokKYlxKGiG7oD09nVeIN8ZmglRX-4e9fVkR0FjtkNGQNkrJILg0riniy5e1eZIiFNwh6oef8GloiVJ5SGWq0k_m7x9BOyc3f3WeUa1JVPkGUBFLW3BVMiO1A/s1600/au-hardcover-book-logo.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJzRiIR8gR9lI74rzh1mWIokKYlxKGiG7oD09nVeIN8ZmglRX-4e9fVkR0FjtkNGQNkrJILg0riniy5e1eZIiFNwh6oef8GloiVJ5SGWq0k_m7x9BOyc3f3WeUa1JVPkGUBFLW3BVMiO1A/s1600/au-hardcover-book-logo.png" /></a></div><br />Whether you are looking to create a book to tell your annual story in pictures or hang new photographs of your travels on the wall or print a stack of your favorite Instagram moments (<i>they have <a href="https://www.artifactuprising.com/mobile/" target="_blank">an app for that</a></i>), Artifact Uprising has something for everyone.  Being someone who appreciates a handwritten note, I really adore their photo card options.  Their designs are fresh yet classic and some of the most tasteful I have personally seen.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0XBn9STRb6I39KjpALcu0fqSk53fiCo3htfidofLNxbcE-anNRJVzF7r11iSVTvtmEaX9Fz6SAEbg3H_pAKhw956Hkem5SqJHrTvOFZUXsDV6_jvz_0agm57G4r7v8bWcBKSAliZXFO1F/s1600/Artifact_Uprising_Collage.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0XBn9STRb6I39KjpALcu0fqSk53fiCo3htfidofLNxbcE-anNRJVzF7r11iSVTvtmEaX9Fz6SAEbg3H_pAKhw956Hkem5SqJHrTvOFZUXsDV6_jvz_0agm57G4r7v8bWcBKSAliZXFO1F/s1600/Artifact_Uprising_Collage.jpg" /></a></div><br />They are here just in time for Mother's Day (cough, cough, see their gift guide <a href="https://www.artifactuprising.com/mothers-day-gift-guide" target="_blank">here</a>), with an extremely generous giveaway opportunity.<br /><br />One fortunate reader will receive both a <a href="https://www.artifactuprising.com/all-photo-books-prints/softcover-books" target="_blank">Softcover Photo Book</a> and a <a href="https://www.artifactuprising.com/photo-prints/custom-photo-calendar" target="_blank">Wood Calendar</a>.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxvR-BQ-wytFudo0tMmMxj5XiecihPwLsjGKvJcYQNEqE04qBWP87SxQKYxN2UjJ4dmr0Prj-ZN8GZtB3MZSAwtcG-oyfuIh0bqQ6LET_aID0oikkC4qY_5zfAxPtkvR8uBacfljJQCZbc/s1600/WinMeArtifactUprising.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxvR-BQ-wytFudo0tMmMxj5XiecihPwLsjGKvJcYQNEqE04qBWP87SxQKYxN2UjJ4dmr0Prj-ZN8GZtB3MZSAwtcG-oyfuIh0bqQ6LET_aID0oikkC4qY_5zfAxPtkvR8uBacfljJQCZbc/s1600/WinMeArtifactUprising.png" /></a></div><br />The premium quality photo books are acclaimed for the texture and finish of the cover stock.  Plus with a variety of beautiful cover designs to choose from, your coffee table will thank you.<br /><br />The easy-to-create wood calendar is updated on a rolling 12-month basis so there is no need to wait until January to enjoy it. The clipboard’s magnetic backing makes for easy fridge display. Best yet, the wooden clipboards are handcrafted using beetle pine reclaimed from our Colorado forests.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVFO5r_uUUO5C0QjNmQg70ObFWcN3TwgVLDKsOnCQuie3tR1Cwrww7vQoVb5eJfxa84XxILncHelqynLyMubQ3CdEU-ymhB0Y-G4V-pQ2ToqIIUf27IRlPTDWBncz0EGX3GjQwqyJx1CvD/s1600/enterthegiveaway.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVFO5r_uUUO5C0QjNmQg70ObFWcN3TwgVLDKsOnCQuie3tR1Cwrww7vQoVb5eJfxa84XxILncHelqynLyMubQ3CdEU-ymhB0Y-G4V-pQ2ToqIIUf27IRlPTDWBncz0EGX3GjQwqyJx1CvD/s1600/enterthegiveaway.png" /></a></div><br /><a class="rcptr" data-raflid="5a368ad2188" data-template="" data-theme="classic" href="http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/5a368ad2188/" id="rcwidget_0litxwvr" rel="nofollow">a Rafflecopter giveaway</a><br /><script src="//widget-prime.rafflecopter.com/launch.js"></script><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrGR46V06xkxcgMPZ9l-48htT0z4f8cP2PXD1_CpqHp5lBL5SX0Un9lYnwCryJN-cvJfi-WWvDaPGolxySNA3Cep-zSyNljRTvBtlL26Z817MXI8bIi8HOLRMUob9iI1PAvcnqQZyXuzM/s1600/MoreGoodness.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrGR46V06xkxcgMPZ9l-48htT0z4f8cP2PXD1_CpqHp5lBL5SX0Un9lYnwCryJN-cvJfi-WWvDaPGolxySNA3Cep-zSyNljRTvBtlL26Z817MXI8bIi8HOLRMUob9iI1PAvcnqQZyXuzM/s1600/MoreGoodness.png" /></a></div><br />For the next week, IHeart Organizing can receive 10% off an Artifact Uprising order with the code <span style="color: #a20067;"><span stfmagyle="color: a20067;"><b>BLGIH10</b></span></span>.<br /><br /><span style="color: #666666; font-size: small;"><i>Must be 18 years old or older. Open to US and Canada residents only.  No purchase necessary to win. All rules and entries must be followed to be eligible to win. Winner will be selected at random using rafflecopter.com and will be announced on original blog post upon drawing. IHeart Organizing official giveaway entry rules can always be found <a href="http://iheartorganizing.blogspot.com/p/oh-so-important-giveaway-fine-print.html" target="_blank">here</a>.</i></span><br /><br />

Preserving Memories with Artifact Uprising & a GIVEAWAY!

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IHeart: Hands Free Spring Cleaning & a GIVEAWAY!

Cheers!  Spring is officially here!  Although we still have chilly temps; the snow has melted, the sun is shining longer, the birds have come out to play and I am ready for all that spring has to offer.  That also includes spring cleaning!<br /><br />Have you begun your spring cleaning routine?  Today I am excited to introduce you to a tool that will make spring cleaning, as well as <i>everyday</i> cleaning, much more pleasant!  Say hello to my little friend, <a href="http://bobi.bobsweep.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bObi</a>!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8xmuFrxh5f0MtGx2M2xQ09CU5s4kUuH_ifh7FYfaP2jNLTfzUsEaWKwCkkQxZ_mZMW_xbVEEYNDuGxQPcnHz47hyrYFPStxqUn8yOPwSXfjIxnDVfYn85RS8Oibw57AIpYAJ8FCo8Uy_c/s1600/bObi-5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8xmuFrxh5f0MtGx2M2xQ09CU5s4kUuH_ifh7FYfaP2jNLTfzUsEaWKwCkkQxZ_mZMW_xbVEEYNDuGxQPcnHz47hyrYFPStxqUn8yOPwSXfjIxnDVfYn85RS8Oibw57AIpYAJ8FCo8Uy_c/s1600/bObi-5.jpg" /></a></div><br />bObi is a newborn baby girl from <a href="http://www.bobsweep.com/" target="_blank">bObsweep</a>, Canada's premier robotic vacuum manufacturer. She is arguably the most technologically advanced and inarguably the cutest robot out there, ready to be adopted and take care of the toughest of house chores; both vacuuming and mopping!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhh3fzAcn1Ie54ut2cWf_IWpCgKOykVIoMFU121TiST-b6F4Pzw7LNR68oDm_n2L_poAWU_-SJrmZPPwBoYyQiyg4RlDwn2Lmj_TKS1ThKMQ0vQLIqgnP1uMHQ8eF3gfKCF-nVEOA39eTOM/s1600/bobi-tasks.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhh3fzAcn1Ie54ut2cWf_IWpCgKOykVIoMFU121TiST-b6F4Pzw7LNR68oDm_n2L_poAWU_-SJrmZPPwBoYyQiyg4RlDwn2Lmj_TKS1ThKMQ0vQLIqgnP1uMHQ8eF3gfKCF-nVEOA39eTOM/s1600/bobi-tasks.jpg" /></a></div><br />That's right!  Imagine walking through the front door only to see glorious, gleaming floors!  Floors that you didn't have to clean because bObi did it for you.  Dust free, crumb free and pet hair free.  That means you get more time doing things you <i>love</i>, like spending time with your family, your pals or your sofa and <i>The Bachelor</i>.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6vzPK2SSCDoWHC2SesF-yWRSH7ERJX-NzRqK43slb5O43Mx9yQBmiCWZUCSe-HNxZQynGY0iBNWKkKd52-FCBHk4KNs0G2otB2-EY7D26xU4isqZNqwic1j27azKtJKRGEcOD5d1R6AHD/s1600/bObi-topview-winme.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6vzPK2SSCDoWHC2SesF-yWRSH7ERJX-NzRqK43slb5O43Mx9yQBmiCWZUCSe-HNxZQynGY0iBNWKkKd52-FCBHk4KNs0G2otB2-EY7D26xU4isqZNqwic1j27azKtJKRGEcOD5d1R6AHD/s1600/bObi-topview-winme.png" /></a></div><br />Today is the most beautiful spring day yet, because I am giving one of <a href="http://bobi.bobsweep.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">these cleaning gems</a> away to a lucky iHeart Organizing reader!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVFO5r_uUUO5C0QjNmQg70ObFWcN3TwgVLDKsOnCQuie3tR1Cwrww7vQoVb5eJfxa84XxILncHelqynLyMubQ3CdEU-ymhB0Y-G4V-pQ2ToqIIUf27IRlPTDWBncz0EGX3GjQwqyJx1CvD/s1600/enterthegiveaway.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVFO5r_uUUO5C0QjNmQg70ObFWcN3TwgVLDKsOnCQuie3tR1Cwrww7vQoVb5eJfxa84XxILncHelqynLyMubQ3CdEU-ymhB0Y-G4V-pQ2ToqIIUf27IRlPTDWBncz0EGX3GjQwqyJx1CvD/s1600/enterthegiveaway.png" /></a></div><br /><a class="rcptr" data-raflid="5a368ad2187" data-template="" data-theme="classic" href="http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/5a368ad2187/" id="rcwidget_u316oyei" rel="nofollow">a Rafflecopter giveaway</a><br /><script src="//widget-prime.rafflecopter.com/launch.js"></script><br />I am excited to help knock a few of those chores off of your cleaning checklist!  Good luck my dear friends!<br /><br /><br /><span style="color: #666666; font-size: small;"><i>Must be 18 years old or older. Open to US and Canada residents only.  No purchase necessary to win. All rules and entries must be followed to be eligible to win. Winner will be selected at random using rafflecopter.com and will be announced on original blog post upon drawing. IHeart Organizing official giveaway entry rules can always be found <a href="http://iheartorganizing.blogspot.com/p/oh-so-important-giveaway-fine-print.html" target="_blank">here</a>.</i></span> <br /><br />

IHeart: Hands Free Spring Cleaning & a GIVEAWAY!

Cheers!  Spring is officially here!  Although we still have chilly temps; the snow has melted, the sun is shining longer, the birds have com...

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IHeart: Artfully "Special" Walls & a GIVEAWAY!

I love blogging for endless reasons, but one thing that tops the list is having the ability to pass on things that I personally heart, to YOU!  This week's giveaway is another one that is near and dear to me.  Since the day we built our home almost 14 years ago, I have been covering the walls with my own family photography.  However, over the last year, I have been trying to mix in some meaningful and beautiful art that reflects our family dynamic, personality and style.  This week, special thanks to <a href="http://www.artfullywalls.com/" target="_blank">Artfully Walls</a>, you will have the opportunity to add something quite special to your walls as well.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh358ezpyfkPq2kuW8064joU8brdJuuZuTaZ2JHjnOXw2ke107boraiU8pmiywpcpSYtpelw5BtWBTU52i8fH7cM5PzutVgy5eELqVZHIcr1e5cPZkSAa8DWnZeI_9TwhqSH3c34SkIhVeQ/s1600/image+copy.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh358ezpyfkPq2kuW8064joU8brdJuuZuTaZ2JHjnOXw2ke107boraiU8pmiywpcpSYtpelw5BtWBTU52i8fH7cM5PzutVgy5eELqVZHIcr1e5cPZkSAa8DWnZeI_9TwhqSH3c34SkIhVeQ/s1600/image+copy.png" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>Artfully Walls prides themselves on having a highly curated portfolio of artwork and quality prints.  Yet they maintain reasonable prices to help get a gorgeous selection of art onto the walls of your home.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_rs5O5n5Np2BgGXFiHB-6ZEePwHjO88p2fZcb43N_3XonogQkdsEkt3gQ6oERuECIII2TKFejpH2DEfEXW_Gb4s3HBohqUVAKE54zUQGRa2ePqn64Ds8YCF-vP2hZdBACBGBCkMpHHR0D/s1600/11025191_831833920208054_4252636289329871443_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_rs5O5n5Np2BgGXFiHB-6ZEePwHjO88p2fZcb43N_3XonogQkdsEkt3gQ6oERuECIII2TKFejpH2DEfEXW_Gb4s3HBohqUVAKE54zUQGRa2ePqn64Ds8YCF-vP2hZdBACBGBCkMpHHR0D/s1600/11025191_831833920208054_4252636289329871443_n.jpg" /></a></div><br />My biggest struggle tends to be mixing and matching pieces to create a cohesive, yet eclectic feeling.  Artfully Walls knows that I am not alone, so they offer an endless variety of <a href="http://www.artfullywalls.com/walls?src=nav" target="_blank">galleries</a> handpicked by professional curators, as well as tips for hanging your art once you have a few of your favorites selected.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0QffxNMtSm63dqrlT4VYn0v7UuVOke9L4gMWB1mpVMykS-sihB76qHFVL1u2WKYIlRqikRryAiQLXImu7xm5w614Lklz77dz_w0P7kVWnamhE_6AkXGJeAlO3WuOTRE1rTC6fl68FwW1T/s1600/Artfully+Walls+E-Kit-1-2.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0QffxNMtSm63dqrlT4VYn0v7UuVOke9L4gMWB1mpVMykS-sihB76qHFVL1u2WKYIlRqikRryAiQLXImu7xm5w614Lklz77dz_w0P7kVWnamhE_6AkXGJeAlO3WuOTRE1rTC6fl68FwW1T/s1600/Artfully+Walls+E-Kit-1-2.png" /></a></div><br />And if you are like my husband, who is extremely visual before buying into any idea, they also have an <a href="http://www.artfullywalls.com/stylist/walls/21212" target="_blank">online Wall Designer</a> so you can see what your art will look like on your walls!  Oh!  And they have an app for that too!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgktI4C5omkq6aExprsHfKbVj4GNT2FpnSXShq4ayN06So8czhI91Ya56yFSDUVtSvbDagGWmeAVioe81QC8OLsBlxvAkTr9gYAZmC1ShEaLmIc5azNE7N6OyH4eJOzzJ0FlW8cM5DkY704/s1600/Artfully+Walls+E-Kit-1-6.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgktI4C5omkq6aExprsHfKbVj4GNT2FpnSXShq4ayN06So8czhI91Ya56yFSDUVtSvbDagGWmeAVioe81QC8OLsBlxvAkTr9gYAZmC1ShEaLmIc5azNE7N6OyH4eJOzzJ0FlW8cM5DkY704/s1600/Artfully+Walls+E-Kit-1-6.png" /></a></div><br />I know they already sounds amazing, but it gets even better.  Today, the generous folks at Artfully Walls are offering one lucky iHeart Organizing reader <b>$400 worth of art</b> from <a href="http://www.artfullywalls.com/" target="_blank">their website</a>!  Now that is special!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVFO5r_uUUO5C0QjNmQg70ObFWcN3TwgVLDKsOnCQuie3tR1Cwrww7vQoVb5eJfxa84XxILncHelqynLyMubQ3CdEU-ymhB0Y-G4V-pQ2ToqIIUf27IRlPTDWBncz0EGX3GjQwqyJx1CvD/s1600/enterthegiveaway.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVFO5r_uUUO5C0QjNmQg70ObFWcN3TwgVLDKsOnCQuie3tR1Cwrww7vQoVb5eJfxa84XxILncHelqynLyMubQ3CdEU-ymhB0Y-G4V-pQ2ToqIIUf27IRlPTDWBncz0EGX3GjQwqyJx1CvD/s1600/enterthegiveaway.png" /></a></div><br /><a class="rcptr" data-raflid="5a368ad2186" data-template="" data-theme="classic" href="http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/5a368ad2186/" id="rcwidget_odytj2hf" rel="nofollow">a Rafflecopter giveaway</a><br /><script src="//widget-prime.rafflecopter.com/launch.js"></script><br /><script src="//widget-prime.rafflecopter.com/launch.js"></script>But wait!  There is more!  Throughout the duration of the giveaway, IHeart Readers can receive 15% off any order with code <span style="color: #a20067;"><b>HEART</b></span> at checkout!<br /><script src="//widget-prime.rafflecopter.com/launch.js"></script><br />Another week, another great giveaway!  Good luck fabulous friends!<br /><br /><span style="color: #666666; 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IHeart: Artfully "Special" Walls & a GIVEAWAY!

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IHeart Fridge Coasters & a GIVEAWAY!

I wasn't expecting such a fridge debate last week when I shared <a href="http://iheartorganizing.blogspot.com/2015/02/iheart-kitchen-reno-difference-week.html" target="_blank">we were planning on going with a counter depth fridge option</a>.  There were some of you that love 'em, some of you had other feelings.   I loved hearing from both sides, and although I am a little nervous about the space we may be losing (in order to maximize the space between our fridge and island), I think I can still make the slightly smaller version function big for our family of five.  One thing I am certain of, however, is that the new fridge will be blinged out with some beautiful yet functional <a href="http://fridgecoaster.com/" target="_blank">Fridge Coasters</a>!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcmuuYNp_Sa64XZkLmVIU5_rKtQ1jt1VKDYYlfTzwwDd9o-QRCUvUV_s1s1oPlRJ7GMiMcxbL0uZHgGH-NXSFtq3tNnXRuLOpytqdGROp3FUXFRa2rws28oeMBjCOoMTWzKl-ObxZuTnHE/s1600/Fridge+Coasters-Large+Bin+&+Shelf+Coaster.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcmuuYNp_Sa64XZkLmVIU5_rKtQ1jt1VKDYYlfTzwwDd9o-QRCUvUV_s1s1oPlRJ7GMiMcxbL0uZHgGH-NXSFtq3tNnXRuLOpytqdGROp3FUXFRa2rws28oeMBjCOoMTWzKl-ObxZuTnHE/s1600/Fridge+Coasters-Large+Bin+&+Shelf+Coaster.jpg" /></a></div><br />Ashlyn and her husband created Fridge Coasters in late 2011 as a solution to a problem in their own fridge as well as most throughout America; drips, spills and refrigerator build up! They also have 3 small kids and their fridge was getting messy FAST!  Fridge Coasters are different from other refrigerator liners on the market as they absorb the moisture, drips and spills that inevitably happen in the fridge.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmDhv6mTk9ezqkoIP33Z0jJy1NsiE7OuRASvxDcRvwmG_iMT_A1sX1oF_En9ETcgbQ3BWp_u8ChFUQ4FIPa-K6hWTvUMxSHWw1JECW7gswa9lWCvvecbSwS84f6CoBcRfo4_AWUaUnnmSG/s1600/Yellow+Dots+Door+Bin.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmDhv6mTk9ezqkoIP33Z0jJy1NsiE7OuRASvxDcRvwmG_iMT_A1sX1oF_En9ETcgbQ3BWp_u8ChFUQ4FIPa-K6hWTvUMxSHWw1JECW7gswa9lWCvvecbSwS84f6CoBcRfo4_AWUaUnnmSG/s1600/Yellow+Dots+Door+Bin.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br />The unique material then pulls at the moisture, acting as a dehydrator, and allowing the drip or spill to dry completely. This leaves you with a clean bin or shelf, no mess to scrub. The best part?  They make your fridge look so darn cute!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4WPEgUDBetBBz8r5gXpFxPTlvoMICyn4VwZ62-FaLXyaI2vNF-hxOybGiq7KBewhIMa90Vmeg167ewNtBd8WRUZ__FtaWRm_GuyuhE1BrjsQuYrTDLHd_U_sYswTfsFmNFyPaHVYVhLA-/s1600/Gray+Quatrefoil+Door+Bin.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4WPEgUDBetBBz8r5gXpFxPTlvoMICyn4VwZ62-FaLXyaI2vNF-hxOybGiq7KBewhIMa90Vmeg167ewNtBd8WRUZ__FtaWRm_GuyuhE1BrjsQuYrTDLHd_U_sYswTfsFmNFyPaHVYVhLA-/s1600/Gray+Quatrefoil+Door+Bin.jpg" /></a></div><br />In addition to the function and fun colors/prints they provide to the inside of the refrigerator, they are also very proud to say that their product is green AND made in America.  The coasters are made out of wood pulp using 40% post-consumer product and printed with vegetable based ink.  After its life in the fridge, the Fridge Coaster is recyclable, biodegradable and compostable.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://fridgecoaster.com/" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvLZqGlqC6J1fCtgu2rh6O6Q_SsQxqEyTTLj4uYASMfZSfbLBhdub_e7NWeLdtKAQGuJepvLeFMcrb_IjLtGF1yHZMAfP8NbQgsa2eflT4cpIe78carWACHLWp4miD6SOADXl-Xqq2ewHb/s1600/FridgeCoasterWinMe.png" /></a></div><br />Today two of you lucky iHeart Organizing readers will have the opportunity to create a pretty party behind your fridge doors as well.  <a href="http://fridgecoaster.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fridge Coasters</a> are here today to giveaway two generous gift certificates of $50 each!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVFO5r_uUUO5C0QjNmQg70ObFWcN3TwgVLDKsOnCQuie3tR1Cwrww7vQoVb5eJfxa84XxILncHelqynLyMubQ3CdEU-ymhB0Y-G4V-pQ2ToqIIUf27IRlPTDWBncz0EGX3GjQwqyJx1CvD/s1600/enterthegiveaway.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVFO5r_uUUO5C0QjNmQg70ObFWcN3TwgVLDKsOnCQuie3tR1Cwrww7vQoVb5eJfxa84XxILncHelqynLyMubQ3CdEU-ymhB0Y-G4V-pQ2ToqIIUf27IRlPTDWBncz0EGX3GjQwqyJx1CvD/s1600/enterthegiveaway.png" /></a></div><br /><a class="rcptr" data-raflid="5a368ad2185" data-template="" data-theme="classic" href="http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/5a368ad2185/" id="rcwidget_4twy3bv1" rel="nofollow">a Rafflecopter giveaway</a><br /><script src="//widget-prime.rafflecopter.com/launch.js"></script><br />Cheers to getting organized in style this year with some of my favorite products!  <br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3nBM2EdRVTwLVIjdqaamJ0dgwKj3VRDu2UmoTFQdKIjp_A6R8y-N-WEzFgph9CvJzsXOCinbZt_fKjpby-AuNq43S0VJXz3IYN9dLX_pqvPvc9wunQinCJWe1MGPujkATiLk5BTP9Tcw/s1600/BlogClosing.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3nBM2EdRVTwLVIjdqaamJ0dgwKj3VRDu2UmoTFQdKIjp_A6R8y-N-WEzFgph9CvJzsXOCinbZt_fKjpby-AuNq43S0VJXz3IYN9dLX_pqvPvc9wunQinCJWe1MGPujkATiLk5BTP9Tcw/s1600/BlogClosing.png" /></a></div><div class="pinit-wrapper" style="cursor: pointer; left: 247.5px; opacity: 0; position: absolute; top: 4926.82px; visibility: visible; z-index: 9999;"><a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=http://iheartorganizing.blogspot.com/2015/01/iheart-giveaway-ring-in-new-year-with.html&media=https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3nBM2EdRVTwLVIjdqaamJ0dgwKj3VRDu2UmoTFQdKIjp_A6R8y-N-WEzFgph9CvJzsXOCinbZt_fKjpby-AuNq43S0VJXz3IYN9dLX_pqvPvc9wunQinCJWe1MGPujkATiLk5BTP9Tcw/s1600/BlogClosing.png&description=3IHeart%20Giveaway:%20Ring%20in%20the%20New%20Year%20with%20a%20New%20Room%20Design%21" style="display: block; outline: none;" target="_blank"><img class="pinimg" src="http://i917.photobucket.com/albums/ad14/iheartorganizing/Blog%20Images/PinIt75px_zps9d0b45d7.png" style="-moz-box-shadow: none; -o-box-shadow: none; -webkit-box-shadow: none; background: transparent; border: 0; box-shadow: none; margin: 0; padding: 0;" title="Pin on Pinterest" /></a></div><span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span> <span style="color: #666666; font-size: small;"><i>Must be 18 years old or older. Open to anyone.  No purchase necessary to win. All rules and entries must be followed to be eligible to win. Winner will be selected at random using rafflecopter.com and will be announced on original blog post upon drawing. IHeart Organizing official giveaway entry rules can always be found <a href="http://iheartorganizing.blogspot.com/p/oh-so-important-giveaway-fine-print.html" target="_blank">here</a>.</i></span>

IHeart Fridge Coasters & a GIVEAWAY!

I wasn't expecting such a fridge debate last week when I shared we were planning on going with a counter depth fridge option .  There we...

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