Spruce Up Your Nest
posted: 09/23/2010 by Connie Thompson
It is fall...time to think about moving off the porch and back into the house. Are you ready? Is your house comfy and cozy?
Try my very simple system: 1. Organize and declutter. What don't you need? What do you own that will make somebody else happier than it makes you? Give it away! Clear the decks. 2. What do you need to make your home your very best nest? Maybe a new throw will do the trick or better lighting or fresh paint. Think carefully and make a plan. If it is upholstery or special order furniture, delivery will be 4-6 weeks, so start to shop now to have it for the holidays. 3. Only buy what you really love. Don't settle for good-enough or you will be redoing again very soon. By the way, this system works in your closet, too.
Try my very simple system: 1. Organize and declutter. What don't you need? What do you own that will make somebody else happier than it makes you? Give it away! Clear the decks. 2. What do you need to make your home your very best nest? Maybe a new throw will do the trick or better lighting or fresh paint. Think carefully and make a plan. If it is upholstery or special order furniture, delivery will be 4-6 weeks, so start to shop now to have it for the holidays. 3. Only buy what you really love. Don't settle for good-enough or you will be redoing again very soon. By the way, this system works in your closet, too.
Fall is a great time for parties, too, and we have some great ones coming up this month and next. Don't miss the fabulous food from Buddy's Pizza and Ray's Ice Cream Friday, Oct 1st at our Passion for Pink Party, which benefits Karmanos Cancer Center. Recharge your batteries at Girls' Night Out, Tuesday, Oct 5th and be inspired to try indoor gardening. Support the local arts at Books & Authors on Sunday, Oct 10th and keep an eye out for our Halloween surprises.
We hope to see you soon.
Mary Liz