Preppin' the Smoothie.

Some people prep the coffee before they go to bed, so it is ready when they wake up. Not a coffee drinker here but I do prep my smoothie. My mom and dad gave me this great Christmas gift. It's a blender for one. The night before, I make my smoothie and put it in the fridge. It looks like this. Notice the yogurt, milk, oats, spoonful of peanut butter and protein powder  kind of layered in there? Then I go to bed.

The next morning, I quickly add some ice and put that container on the blender base.

Blend it for 30 seconds and then I take THAT cup with me out the door. It's been pretty life-changing, I must say. Easy peezy. Thanks mom and dad!

Using Your Space Well: Doors

A few years back, I bought a house that was better suited for me than the larger one I sold. This smaller historic house lacks the closets I once had.  I don't mind  that too much because of the amenities of city living  that this  house offers. Besides living in a constant state of purge, I try to use my space wisely. I realized the other day that 8 of my 9 doors have something behind them.  Here's an example to the left:


One of my teenage clients didn't want to part with some artwork that she had made in elementary school but knew it was too juvenile to hang in her teen room. We hung it in her closet. She enjoys it everyday but it is hidden to others.

Maybe you can free up some space with just a few creative uses behind the door.  Here is the best one that I have seen. Steps are on  http://www.centsationalgirl.com/.  It is a DIY (do it yourself) wrapping station!

 

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Did you know there were racks for hats and purses and ironing boards?  My friend uses the back of her coat closet to hang a shoe cubby where she puts her family's scarves, hats and mittens.

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 Back of  doors aren't just for nerf basketball anymore! Although, you can't beat this! Bball in you PJs.    

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Tell me about your creative door uses?