Make-Up and Mardi Gras
Makeup and Mardi Gras have a lot to do with organization! Keeping a well-organized makeup drawer can save you time and money when getting ready for a night out. When it comes to Mardi Gras, organization is essential for making sure the celebration runs smoothly.
Makeup and Mardi Gras have a lot to do with organization! Keeping a well-organized makeup drawer can save you time and money when getting ready for a night out. When it comes to Mardi Gras, organization is essential for making sure the celebration runs smoothly.
Use the C.H.A.O.S Method to get your makeup organized
C- Categorize
Take everything out of your drawer and put like items with like items. That means mascara with mascara, lipsticks with lipsticks, etc.
H- Hurtful or Helpful
What emotion does your makeup elicit? Do you like wearing it; does it make you feel good?
A- Action
Take action once you’ve decided how you feel about each item. Keep the Make-up you love and Discard expired make-up (so you don’t get a nasty rash on your face) and what you don’t like.
Here are some common make-up expiration dates
O- Organize
We like trays like these to help keep our makeup organized. They come in various sizes, so be sure to measure the space before ordering.
S- Simplify
Label each tray to set yourself up for success in the mornings and for ease of retrieval.
After the parades, costumes, and other festivities, ensure your mardi gras decorations are organized.
Three tips to keep it organized:
Use a Storage bin with dividers – this will make it easy to separate different colors and types of beads. Keep your costumes in good condition for next year by wrapping in plastic for next year.
Go Vertical – Use a pegboard so you can hang your mardi gras jewelry and beads on the wall free of tangles
Use Space bags – to keep your costumes in good condition for next year and free from dirt and debris.
Above all else, make sure you use a purple bin!
Have extra mardi gras beads? Donate them here.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT OUR METHOD OR WOULD LIKE OUR HELP WITH GETTING ORGANIZED, GIVE US A CALL.
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The Hunting Closet
Hunting season is coming soon, and we know all too well what comes with it…. clutter! Hunting gear and equipment can take up loads of space in your home unless you have a designated space for it.
Hunting season is coming soon, and we know all too well what comes with it…. clutter! Hunting gear and equipment can take up loads of space in your home unless you have a designated space for it.
This is where the hunting room/closet comes into play. If you have an extra bedroom or a closet that is full of junk you no longer use, utilizing it as a hunting room may be a great option for you!
Garment racks are great for hanging clothing, while metal shelving works well for stacking bins of items like duck calls, bug spray, and ammo. Large plastic storage bins are good for larger items.
Here is our favorite hunting room that we’ve organized.
Do you want your hunting closet or outdoor space organized? Get on the books today while dates are available!
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Essentials for Tailgating
Nothing is more refreshing than a new football schedule. Past losses are wiped free and anything is possible. There is a powerful feeling of hope at this time of year. It’s contagious and this is our South. To prepare for the start of this football season here are some tailgating essentials.
Nothing is more refreshing than a new football schedule. Past losses are wiped free, and anything is possible. There is a powerful feeling of hope at this time of year. It’s contagious and this is our South.
“College football is not like religion, it’s more important than that.”
- Unknown
We are not sure who coined that phrase, but it certainly goes a long way in describing how Southerners feel about football. We absolutely love our football! Perhaps it’s the spirit of competition or the need to belong to something greater than ourselves, regardless the reason football is king in the South. From Friday night lights to college tailgating and NFL teams, we love it all.
If there is anything to know about football in the South, it’s that tailgating is serious business steeped in long traditions that vary by school. Whether you are at The Grove at Ole Miss or sailgating with the VOLS Navy on the Tennessee River before a game you are sure to discover the regional flavors that make these traditions so special.
To prepare for the start of this football season…
HERE ARE SOME TAILGATING ESSENTIALS:
A perfect outfit in your team’s colors!
A clear purse
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Bug Spray
A hat
Tent
Folding chairs
Folding table
A wagon- to haul the goods if you are walking around
An ice chest filled with your favorite beverages and lots of water because it’s HOT!
Ice chest with (already prepared) food to grill.
Bottle opener/Corkscrew
Coozies
Snacks
Battery powered fan
Hand wipes
Hand sanitizer
Small first aid kit
Phone chargers
Small bag for trash
Tailgate grill (Fire extinguisher)
Propane or charcoal
Utensils/BBQ tools
Paper goods (Plates, napkins, paper towels, cups)
Speakers or entertainment system
Games
Extension cords
Décor-flags, rugs, pom-poms, or anything else needed to make your tailgate look like home!
YOUR TICKETS!!
TO PACK AN ICE CHEST:
Stack bottles and cans at the bottom of the ice chest.
Pour fresh ice over cans and bottles
Put tailgating food on top of ice in airtight containers
Large plastic tubs are great to store the non-perishable items throughout the year. Be sure to restock before putting them away so they are ready to go for the next home game.
Football season is here!
What would you add to this list? Let us know!
And last but not least…Geaux Tigers and Geaux Cajuns!
Do you need a designated space in your garage for tailgating essentials? Get on the books now to have your garage organized while dates are available!
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Stocking the Southern Bar
We host lots of large family gatherings, and we advise keeping it simple. Here are a few tips on what you should have on hand.
We host lots of large family gatherings, and we advise keeping it simple.
Here are a few tips on what you should have on hand:
The Basics
Your basic liquors etc. to have on hand are:
Bourbon
Gin
Light rum
Vodka
Tequila
White wine
Red wine
Craft beers
Mixers and garnish:
Club soda
Tonic water
Coke
Diet coke
Sprite (or fresca)
Lemons
Limes
Olives
“Fancier” Setup
If you want to step it up a notch, add a few more varieties of liquor and wines:
Elderflower liquor
Grand Marnier
Irish Whiskey
Scotch
Whiskey
Kahlua
Brandy
Prosecco
Champagne
Mixers and garnish:
Ginger beer
Flavored sparkling waters
Simple syrup
Bitters
Stuffed olives
Candied dried oranges
Berries
Mint
Mocktail Bar
Mocktails are the new cocktails! For a nonalcoholic bar:
Non-alcoholic beer
Non-alcoholic wine
Bitters
Alcohol-free spirits
Club soda
Simple syrup
Fruits of your choice
And there you have it, all of our best tips for stocking the bar!
Let us know what your must-haves are for stocking the bar.
And, just for fun, here is one of our favorite bars we’ve organized:
Does your bar need organizing?
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Summertime Staples
We’ve organized a lot of homes over the years and have come to find that many people seem to have the same “summer staples”. These are items that are easily packed and unpacked from your vehicle as well as readily available to haul and use around your home for casual get togethers. Here is a list of our “summer staples”.
During the summer with longer daylight hours, there is so much more time to spend outdoors. Whether it’s at the pool, going to the beach, or having a backyard BBQ!
We’ve organized a lot of homes over the years and have come to find that many people seem to have the same “summer staples”. These are items that are easily packed and unpacked from your vehicle as well as readily available to haul and use around your home for casual get togethers.
Here is a list of our “summer staples”:
Ice Chest
Table & Chairs (preferably portable)
Tents
Sunscreen
Bug Repellent (spray and citronella candles)
Beach/Pool Towels
Sunglasses
Hat
Beach/Pool Bag
Portable Dog Bowl
Designate a section of your garage or storage room to store all these items, keeping smaller items in a labeled latch bin to make the packing and unpacking less demanding. You can even get your family involved in the process making attending and hosting events a breeze!
Now go out and ENJOY YOUR SUMMER!!
Desperate for your kids’ rooms and playroom to be functional? Summer is a great time to organize kids’ spaces while they are at home and out of school. We can work with them to create routines and establish good habits in preparation for the school year!
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