Hidden Magnolias

Getting ready for the workweek has become satisfying weekend ritual. A few things I do to make sure upcoming week goes smoothly. What are nine things you should do to help you prep and prepare for the week ahead? Only you can decide, but here are my nine. 1. Plan work clothes for week When I plan my clothes for the week, I avoid the early morning stare at closet pondering the eternal question, “what will I wear?” Only to cease on an outfit and discover that there is a stain on the top. If I check over the weekend, I still have time to throw the offending piece into the washer.  Pinterest 2. Saturday Chores I always have something that needs doing. Because I really dislike doing heavy housework on the weeknights, I usually reserve Saturday morning as “chore time.” This can include anything from mopping floors, to cleaning baths, to cutting grass – just whatever needs doing. The chore list changes every week. And, once it is done, I reward myself ...

It is January! And Pinterest, Facebook and blogs are full of tips for organizing and starting the New Year fresh with clutter control. There are tons of really cool ideas for organizing just about anything. Here are my favorites. Disclaimer: I am guilty of all of the following. Shoe Closets The jealousy begins.... http://weheartit.com/entry/64516160 http://bella-tierra.tumblr.com/post/69647482721/http-bella-tierra-tumblr-com Jewelry  Can a girl have too much jewelry... Alice Arabian - Pinterest TheFrugalHomemaker.com Makeup Gotta cover up and improve that ol' face... http://ethioprincess-xo.tumblr.com / Pinterest Tank Tops You never know when a tank comes in handy.... Kristy Piche - Pinterest purpleberrybliss.blogspot.com Purses An all time favorite... Wayfair.com Food What if it snows or the power goes out... http://rnrfoodorganizers.com/ Ozziebeth Then I saw thi...

With the New Year and having to be inside because of the weather, comes the urge to clean and freshen the house.  The web is full of clever, interesting, frugal ideas for organizing and cleaning. I thought I would share some I have found with you. Mary Beth at Cupcakes and Crinoline  shares an easy, inexpensive soap scum remover. Looks like a winner to me. Angie at The Country Chic Cottage shares a clever way to hide and organize toys. I don't have small children, but I have often seen houses with toys strewn everywhere. And I know some of you have small children or grandchildren. Her ideas here are really clever and decorative. Beth at Home Stories A to Z shows 21 ideas for tidying up that pantry. Now this is one I really can use, my pantry is a wreck. And Carrie, owner of NeatsMart , has a great blog full of ideas for organizing just about anything. I really like her Pinteres...