December 2010
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Young Professional Feature Year in Review 2010
As 2010 comes to an end, a toast to the impressive group of young professionals we’ve featured this year.
Colin’s Fifth Ape gave fitness a new look And Kenda’s silver jewelry had us all hooked
Gina’s yoga program reached out in a way that’s unique Bryce sold clothing from her Clothes Hound boutique
J.T. wanted to throw down some chili with Bobby Flay And...
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Customize Your Refrigerator Shelves
Here’s one of those quick tips that make you say “Duh. Why didn’t I think of that?”
You know those adjustable shelves in your refrigerator? Adjust them! Make them work for you. The fridge is in your home so it should meet your needs. If that means taking out two shelves, take them out. If it means setting up three shelves tall enough to store beer bottles, then so...
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Featuring Jennipher Walters
Because there are so many young professionals out there making their mark on the world, I have decided to showcase some here. Twice a month, I feature a young professional who is doing wonderful things and whose work I think you will find interesting.
This week: Jennipher Walters
Your Websites: FitBottomedGirls & FitBottomedBabies
Describe what you do:
I am the CEO and co-founder of...
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Eliminate Cookbook Clutter
A cookbook collection can start in many ways—from hand-me-down books from family members to a desire to eat better/lose weight/use the kitchen to a crush on a certain cute Australian TV chef. Whatever the motivation behind your collection, it is important to keep a handle on the number. Because, let’s face it, if you’re not using the books, they quickly become clutter.
Some...
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Finish that Wine. It's Time to Organize!
Continuing on the topic of repurposing, let’s focus on those wine bottles in your recycling bin. (Did you have a particularly fun weekend? Do you remember?) Regardless, those clear-glass wine bottles (and their tight-fitting corks) can be given new life as storage containers for fine-textured dry goods like sugar, rice, and ground coffee. Not only is it easier to pour from the bottle...
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Consider Repurposing Household Items … & Voting
We’ve talked about how it is best to wait to purchase organizing tools and products until you’ve determined exactly what you need to store and how you will use the system. In addition, when you postpone your trip to the Container Store, you allow yourself time to evaluate what you already have on hand. With a little creativity, you can repurpose items you already have in your home....