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Minimalism Tutorial Series - Pretty Office Supplies
As the famous William Morris quote goes, “Have nothing in your houses that you do not know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful.” In the office, both must apply. That is why I finally donated a beautiful, stainless steel, German-crafted notepad that had been largely unused for years.
The fate of your newspaper collection
You know you’re in Washington when practically all of your clients have a stash of newspapers with headlines from presidential elections. I saw a surge in these after President Obama was elected, though the collections weren’t at all limited to him.
My simplicity inspiration comes from this UK site
I’m officially getting my news these days from the UK’s House and Garden. Every history and patina-soaked image of clean European living inspires me to be a better editor of my own things, and seek out one-of-a-kind items that will outlive me. It serves as a reminder that beauty is often the absence, not the presence of things.
What I’ve been organizing lately - Clearing kitchen drawers for a renovation
Though a lot of my time is spent sitting side by side with clients at their desks, paper lurks in all nooks and crannies of a home. What happens when your contractor tells you he’s demolishing your kitchen cabinets next week and needs you to clear our the drawers? Call the organizer!
How I used Evernote this week to keep track of thank you notes to send
Nic and I are slowly but steadily working our way though our list of thank you notes to send for wedding gifts. The “Wedding gifts and thank you notes” note has become more elaborate (and necessary) than I could have predicted. It actually keeps track of 5 lists...
I got married!
Nic and I tied the knot on September 3rd in beautiful Monkton, MD. The temperature dropped and humidity cleared out for the most picture perfect day spent outdoors with loved ones. You can view a few more pictures here...