January Sanctuary - Day Seven

Why are closets so impossible? Why is it hard to part with clothes and shoes? Some that still have the original tags on but I tell myself I might wear them someday. Others that are tied to memories, experiences, moments that I want to hold on to.

Definitely a first world problem *hangs her head in shame*. There are more important things to think about than my closet, so I'm happy to get this done and move forward. 

simplify. ruthlessly edit. keep only your favorites.

Managed to set aside 14 pairs of shoes to donate and one full bag of clothes (and this is only from one side of one of my closets). I need to read the mnmlst blog again (see link on right) and go through a second time tomorrow morning, bright and early.

"Knowledge of the world is only to be acquired in the world, and not in a closet"
- Lord Chesterfield

January Sanctuary - Day Six

My spice rack is done and I love it! Not only did I regain a kitchen cabinet by moving the spices, but I love how I can see all the beautiful colors of the spices. It makes me want to cook something good!

Spices finished! Off to clean another drawer.

"Perseverance is not a long race; it is many short races one after another."
                                                                                                - Walter Elliott

January Sanctuary - Day Five

I'm looking forward to the weekend for my bigger projects. But in the meantime, here is today's recap:

1. Ordered a white nightstand to replace the end table I've been using (which was never intended to be a permanent placement)



2. My new tins arrived for my spice rack! Applied all the magnets. Created the labels, but I think I need to switch from white labels to clear - should have thought of that beforehand. Waiting 24 hours for magnets to stick before placing on fridge. Hope it's cute!

That's it folks... more projects to come!

January Sanctuary - Day Four

Projects were light today since I didn't get home until after 9:30pm. But, progress nonetheless:


1. Cleaned out two more kitchen drawers (utensils and a random miscellaneous drawer)

2. Earlier today, contacted two upholstery shops. I think the prices came in too high... it might be best to just retire my old couches and shop new. I'd rather reupholster (the greener choice), but the couches are 10 years old and the price is just too high. Still considering my options...

3. Replaced the rug in my kitchen

4. Ordered canisters for flour and sugar


On a roll and looking forward to what my home will look like at month end (even if it is a mess today!)

"Don't wait until everything is just right. It will never be perfect. There will always be challenges, obstacles and less than perfect conditions. So what. Get started now. With each step you take, you will grow stronger and stronger, more and more skilled, more and more self-confident and more and more successful."
      - Mark Victor Hansen