more back-to-school ideas
Later today I'll be sending out the August edition of the simplify 101 newsletter. (If you aren't a subscriber, be sure to sign up here.) This month's newsletter is loaded with ideas to get organized for back-to-school. Here's a little sample from this month's article:
Remember not to forget. Create a simple system by the door to help you remember your new routine or special items you need to take with you each day: gym shoes on gym day, violin on music day, and snacks on snack day. Hang a bin or basket by your door to corral the items you need to remember, or create a fun little “don’t forget” door hanger with a built in pocket for your daily checklist.
I made this using a Creative Imaginations Bare Elements door hanger, rub-ons and chip board arrow from American Crafts, my very favorite paper line (Romani by Basic Grey) and a storage bin label available from our store at simplify 101. It's super simple to make:
1. Cover door hanger with card stock using craft glue stick.
2. Sand off excess card stock using sanding block.
3. Apply rub-on letters.
4. Cover door hanger and chip board arrow with decoupage. Let dry.
5. Glue arrow to door hanger.
6. Adhere storage bin label and fill with your daily reminder checklist.
Voila! Never forget gym shoes on gym day again. Oh...and don't forget to sign up for the simplify 101 newsletter. ;)
love this idea...i will be implementing it SOON!
Posted by: Kimber-Leigh | August 30, 2007 at 09:21 AM
Holy crap - that is the cutest idea ever! Would also make a cute gift-topper for a shower. What new mom wouldn't like a checklist of things to put in the diaper back before she leaves?!
Posted by: Chanda | August 30, 2007 at 05:58 PM
Very cute! Can I pass on a tip that works for me? We have a metal door in our mudroom, so I printed out items to remember on magnet sheets, like "library books", "swim suits", etc. On the days we need those things, I put that magnet front & centre!
Posted by: Cindy | August 31, 2007 at 10:21 AM
I just wanted to let you know that I stumbled upon your blog sometime last week and I'm just loving it. It's become a 'happy place' to visit each day and I'm eagerly awaiting to see more posts and photos of your fun creative organizing projects. You've inspired me. Once I get to a few projects of my own I'll be sure to pass on some photos to you. Thanks for doing what you do!
~Monica
http://www.raisinglucas.com
Posted by: ~Monica | August 31, 2007 at 12:16 PM
Hey Aby - thanks for the Newsletter and ideas. . .I am a Back to School addict. . .I LOVE it! The supplies. the planning. . .the newness of it all. . .
I am intrigued by the command central binder. . .I may hae to order one over the weekend. I just put together a bonder for each of my sons for school - nothing fancy a blue plastic binder for Owen(his "color" on the calendars is aqua) and green for Ryan - yep, that's his color. I plan to keep all the school papers that I need, or feel I need to hold onto for the year in here. . .divided by category.
It makes me smile to see them up there. . .I'm thinking a nice espresso command central binder for the family would be a nice accompaniment. . .
Have a great weekend!
Hillary
Posted by: Hillary Chybinski | August 31, 2007 at 01:51 PM
That is so stinkin cute!! I love it.
Posted by: Ladybug | September 02, 2007 at 03:05 PM
LOVE this idea, Aby!
Posted by: candice | September 14, 2007 at 10:39 PM