Celebration Chaos
March 2, 2008 by jennifercelebrates
In an earlier post, (that sounds like I have so many) I discussed my spare bedroom that contains all sorts of strange items. I didn’t however mention that, that room is the bane of my existence. Ok, that is harsh, but every time I pass by the room I sigh…one day it will be so organized. Believe me, I have tried. I have purchased bins, shelves, see through containers in every size and shape imaginable. I even own a labeler. But, alas, every attempt ends in chaotic failure. Almost a year ago I met a woman who is a professional organizer. I picked her brain for a bit, but still no ideas. There is just so much clutter! It’s favors, dining items, the previously mentioned crocodile (that’s what it is, I am sure) and table linens and so much more. One day I will have a craft room just like Martha Stewart (I particularly like the picture with the cat..that’s exactly what I look like when I am working, too). So, why do I share this with you? Well, that room is my new years resolution ( I know its March…I can make resolutions then, too) After my long rant, I hope to change the look of that room once and for all.
Here is the goal:
- To see the floor
- To create an organized creative space
- To have detailed list of inventory on hand
- To keep it up
For added motivation, I promise to post pictures of my progress. I took “before” pictures and am far to embarrassed to post them…maybe I will do a before and after. We will see…
Jenn, Imagination Celebrations
Hello - Ran across your post and wanted to leave you a few words of encouragement. Hang in there! From the looks of your post it sounds like you’re half way there.
You have one specific resolution and a set of broad goals. I find that I have better success with my resolutions if I spend time on them every single day, 15, 20, 30 minutes at a time - ‘and’ I try to have a specific task or goal each day. One small step, one day at a time. Maybe it would help to start with one aspect (or pile of clutter) at a time, and create a system that works for you for each one.
From the sounds of it you get your creative space organized, then it gets messy again over time(?) Once you get it organized this time - try to set aside a few minutes each day putting things away. Some people clean off their desk at the end of the day because they like to start fresh. That might help you to stay organized. If you don’t have time to do it every day, a hour or so a week might help.
I also like to buy a wall calendar and mark off every day that I achieve a task or goal - in your case why not see how many days you can string together for an organized (though it doesn’t have to be perfect) space. Sounds silly but it doesn’t take much time, and it helps.
In any event - I hope you succeed this time. I spend a lot of time thinking and writing about ways to make resolutions a reality. Drop by my blog sometime & Good Luck
Best,
Kim
IResolveTo.Com
Thanks Kim! I looked at your blog as well: very inspirational! I love the idea of spending a little time every day “cleaning up” my space. Its funny, because I do clean off my desk every day for a fresh start, I should just do the same for my workspace. Thanks again!
Hi Jennifer -
Glad the words of encouragment helped & thanks for having a look at my blog. I’m going to begin putting links on my website to blogs that talk about how folks are doing with their resolutions. I find that it’s very helpful to read what other people are doing - and it’s great incentive to ‘perform’ when you know folks are watching.
If you don’t mind - I’ll add your site to the link list.
Good Luck with your space
Kim
I don’t mind at all. Hopefully, I will not disappoint! I will add your site to my blog roll in hopes someone else will get a little inspiration!
Jenn
Great - thanks so much! I did the same . . .
Kim