"Catch all" counter - BEFORE
"Catch all" cubby with hooks - BEFORE (This typically looks much worse, but my husband and I recently cleaned it out)
As mentioned earlier, I only used supplies that I already had on hand.
2 plastic baskets
1 small standing divider
packing tape (for securing labels)
card stock
quart sized baggies (one of my favorite household supplies, I use them for everything)
I like to file our bills in quart sized baggies. I have found that it is a quick way to file and have everything together. I keep them in a basket inside a cabinet in our kitchen. We don't have a home office so this is the most practical place for us.
Now the paid bills are easy to file and access if needed.
About a week ago I took our family calendar and moved it from the wall to the inside of a kitchen cabinet door. It has been a great change.
On the inside of the other door, I placed cork squares with Command strips. Here I keep our monthly menu, kids chores, my daily housework, and any other extra info.
I typically would never show the inside of my cabinets but I really wanted to show how the calendar, menus, charts, etc. are tucked away.
"Catch all" counter - AFTER
Isn't it beautiful!!! I was even able to add a small family picture to decorate. I also have a small spiral notebook and pen ready for any last minute to-do lists.
"Catch all" cubby - AFTER
The small standing divider is labeled ACTION REQUIRED (in red to get my attention). This will be designated for bills and any paperwork that needs immediate attention. The blue basket is labeled PENDING (for those items that you can't throw way or file but will need your attention in the near future.
BEAUTIFUL!!!
Okay, so should we make bets as to how long I can keep it this way??? I am going to be optimistic and go for 5.5 minutes! Seriously, I am going to really try and keep it nice and tidy. :)
Time will only tell!
Elizabeth
Oh my word, it looks fantastic! Plus I love seeing pictures of your house. :) Great organizing!
Reply DeleteNote to self... don't pop in on Elizabeth!! :) Is that why you always meet me outside? Kidding. Your command center looks amazing!
Reply DeleteToo funny! Remember, how you saw my bedroom and all of it's mess? That means you are one of the few that can just "pop over". You have already seen it at it's worst!
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