Great Storage Ideas for that Artificial Tree

I came across a couple of Christmas tree storage bag ideas. The first one is found at the Canadian Tire store (easy for us Canadians!). It’s a great way to store that artificial tree that never seems to fit back into the box it came in.

An even better solution is a storage bag that works first as a tree skirt. When the holidays are over simply pull the bag up from the stand and roll it into a closet or the garage. No need to unwind the lights. Unfortunately, this item is sold only in the US. The shipping cost will add $35-$50 to the cost. You may think it’s worth it once you see it!

Happy Holidays and Happy Organizing!

How Do My Gift Certificates Work??

Recently, I’ve had some emails about my gift certificates and questions on how they work.

First, locate the pretty present on the “Home” page of my website or go to the “Services” page and click on the words “perfect present” (located in the last paragraph).

Print that page.

If you’d like the gift certificate to be a little more luxurious looking, put some attractive paper in your printer beforehand.

There are two images to choose from, one with neatly folded and stacked towels and the other, neatly stacked papers. It’s your choice, just go with your “gut”!

You’ll need to fill in the number of hours of service (at least 3hrs at my minimum rate) and of course your name (they’ll definitely want to know who thinks they need help with their mess!)

Once the recipient has accepted the gift and I have given the free consultation, it is then that I will contact the donor to arrange payment.

Please keep in mind that not all people are interested in having someone come in to help them with their clutter. I’ve had recipients down-right refuse the gift and this is why payment is made only after I’ve discussed, in person with the beneficiary, what the project entails.

Also, keep in mind that the area I am prepared to travel in is restricted to  greater Ottawa.

Thanks for your consideration!

Last Year’s Holiday Cards

Are you the type that keeps all those beautiful, funny holiday cards that you received last year??

Well, I am. And, I’d like to share with all my readers what I do with these memories.

I use them as gift tags for this year’s presents. I take the prettiest part of the card, taking care that the opposite side is blank, and cut them into small squares, triangles or circles (any shape that appeals will do). You can fold them or not, just add “To” and “From” and the recipients name and Voila, you have an original, attractive and sometimes abstract gift tag!

This makes goods sense because recycling paper is good for the environment, also it saves you money and makes good use of something that’s just sitting around in a box! What’s better than that??