February 2012

Tuesday 02.21.12

Beyond the Container Store

We will admit it...we are total creatures of habit! When we find something we like, we stick with it because it works. The Container Store is the best example of this when it comes to getting NEAT. If we aren't there for a client, we are shopping the isles for new ideas in our own homes. Not that we don't love knowing every employee at the store, but sometimes you just need something new. This week, we wanted to share with you some of our favorite online sites that sell amazing organization items. Besides the fact that you can take the first steps to getting organzized in the comfort of your own home or office, you are guarenteed to be inspired by these online shops.

The first one on the list is a place called, Organize.com. I know, I know, so obvious right? Seriously though, if you are on the hunt for something you cannot find anywhere, this place has it! One of our particular favorites is the three section laundry sorter. This seemingly simple item cuts a few steps out of doing laundry, and who doesn't like that?! Each canvas lining is removable so when your light section is full, you can take out that section and start a load of laundry. The third section can be use for dry cleaning which helps to keep all items seperated and ready for cleaning. Amazing; we know!

Laundry basket, natural woven basket, laundry, organizer

Spice up your home office or workspace with the thoughtful, well designed pieces from SeeJaneWork.com. We were drawn to these pencil holders that come in four fabulous patterns that are sure to add a much needed pop to your desk. Pens and pencils have a way of ending up all over your home. By having a space to keep them, it is a simple way to always know where they are and when it is time to clean out the collection. There is really no reason to have more pens or pencils that what will fit in cup. Start eliminating pens you stole from the doctors office now so that you can snag one of these beauties!

For all the fellas out there who may (or may not) be reading this, this one is for you. OR if you have a man that has a serious cord problem, consider purchasing one of these from our next favorite online shop, GreatUsefulStuff.com (otherwise known as GUS). As we have explained before, cords can be a total nightmare. Even if you end up having to purchase more than one, these useful packs can store cords by category or even how frequently you use them. Have you ever gone on a trip and forgotten your power cord for your computer or your iphone charger? Who hasn't?! Eliminate that problem by packing one of these in your bag for your next trip!

cord organizer, great useful stuff, organized

The last site we wanted to share with you is seriously too cute for words! Although WhiskerGraphics.com is more of a place to find great inspiration for gift giving, we at NEAT couldn't help but think of the endless possibilities with these simple, yet perfect tags! When a colorful font is added to these tags, they can be perfect for labeling around the house or keep it simple with a black font for your favorite handman's workspace. We can already picture ourselves labeling 1, 2, and three inch nail cubbies with these - so OCD right??

tags, small round tags, Whisker Graphics

If you are looking for more amazing websites to find all of your organzing needs OR you know of some sites that we need to check out, feel free to leave us a comment or email us at info@neatmethod.com. Happy online shopping!

xx

Molly & Ashley

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Tuesday 02.07.12

Better than a Box of Candy

So...tomorrow is Valentine's Day (as if you didn't know already) and not only have you not purchased a gift for your loved one, but your schedule is packed and you are not going to have time to stroll around the mall in hopes that you get inspired. NEAT is here to literally save your relationship. Seriously. If you could not have guessed, we are not huge fans of buying MORE stuff and bringing it into your home. So, this Valentine's day, check out our alternative gift list that will have your loved one thinking that you are the best thing since online shopping.

Candy Hearts, Conversation hearts, Valentines Day

Gift Option #1

Donate a box of your miscellaneous items that your loved one has been nagging you about for the past month. Nothing says, "I love you" quite like space for your loved one to walk in your home! If you do not live with your Valentine, you have just made room for them in your life by getting rid of unnecessary things and allowing them to have some space of their own. If you are already living together, it is everyone's dream come true to see that you have finally gotten rid of items that you have not used in years.

Gift Option #2

If your Valentine is the type that likes to keep every movie stub, restaurant menu, photo, and airline ticket to symbolically remember your relationship then consider purchasing a keepsake box to keep all of these special items. This will score you points because the gift itself is sentimental and you will be thanked everytime something is added to it! Lately we have been really into anything by the brand, Semikolon (I mean seriously, now we are giving you ideas AND shopping for you!)

Gift Option #3

Hire a Task Rabbit to complete all those things your loved one has wanted done around the house. Completing the never ending "To-Do" list around the house is sure to win them over this Valentine's day! As organizers, we often see stacks and stacks of cds that our clients want burned and saved onto an external hard drive. By using Task Rabbit, you can find someone in your area who is willing to not only burn your cds, but complete every other task you have been putting off for the past six months.

shelving, cds. movies, white house, organized room

This Valentine's Day consider giving the gift of organization - trust us, it will bring way more love into your home than a box of candies :)

xx

Molly & Ashley

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We're Ashley and Molly, the founders of NEAT Method. Lets face it - we obviously love to organize and are a little...or maybe we should say a lot type-A. This perfect storm created The Neat Life. Welcome! We've seen it all, heard it all, organized it all, and are always obsessed with the outcome of our work. Even if a clutter free space doesn't tickle your fancy as much as ours, we guarantee you will be entertained by our antics and will enjoy following the lives of a couple NEAT freaks.
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