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Getting Organized BEFORE The Holidays

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Yes, it’s true, the “Holidays” are still a few months away.  However, if you have had a busy first half of the year like I have, then you know the last half will go by just as quickly.  It always seems to get busier, the closer it gets to those major holidays.

Today I wanted to share with you this fun link I found over at thirtyhandmadedays.com.  If you have a thing about being organized (like me), then you won’t want to miss out on her site.  This post is designed specifically for getting you organized BEFORE the holidays hit.  She has put together a 14 page printable kit of everything you need to keep things in order as your schedule gets busier.  Take a look and see what you think.

Find the downloads here: Holiday Mini Binders 

Comments

  1. I am 65 and it seems I get more forgetful every day! Your organizational skills in creating these binders is just what I need. The school one is more for young wives raising families, but I wish I had one when I was raising our 3 kids. It looks like a real help! Thank you for your talent! You might consider a space for the vet for pets and maybe emergency numbers like Police, fire, ambulance, hospital, poison center etc. I know that would be a help to seniors too. Even a prescription list, allergies, and pharmacies. SO many things to keep track of these days. I was given a nice clear plastic sleeve at our senior center with a sheet where we can list our meds, Dr’s and emergency contacts. It has a magnet on the back so it can stay on the fridge in prominent location for any emergency. Great idea for all families not just seniors.
    Connie

Have you read?

Garage Door Halloween Decorations

This Garage Door Halloween Decoration project is such a fun way to make a big Halloween statement without needing to decorate the whole yard. Instead of a small wreath or porch sign, this idea turns the entire garage door into a spooky silhouette scene, complete with witches, pumpkins, trees, cats, and creepy Halloween shapes.

I really like this one because it has huge visual impact from the street. The black silhouettes against the pale garage door make the design easy to see, even from a distance, and it gives the whole house that haunted Halloween feel without being too gory or scary. It is perfect for families who want something dramatic but still fun for trick-or-treaters.

This is also a great project if you enjoy cutting your own shapes from cardboard, poster board, foam board, or lightweight plastic sheets. You could keep the design simple with just bats and pumpkins, or go all out with witches, trees, ghosts, black cats, and cauldrons. Add a few outdoor spotlights or battery lights nearby and it would look amazing at night.

What makes this project especially clever is that the garage door becomes the backdrop, so you do not need a lot of expensive supplies to fill a large space. It is bold, budget-friendly, and very customizable.