Life upgrade.


So I saw this tweet from Pippa @sousstyle a couple of days ago, mentioning a new series on her fabulous site {for the "new generation of homemakers"}, titled- Organize the Chaos.  Always up for a little organization advice- I clicked on the link, read the article, tracked down the "acrylic shoe bins" mentioned within, and excitedly sent her this reply...


She ever-so-sweetly replied back- totally *getting* my shoe bin fervor.  It got me thinking about products that I either have- or intend to get- that will inspire me to stay on top of organization & cleaning.  Okay.  Maybe I was a bit far-reaching with my proclamation that these shoe bins will be #lifechanging, but she was spot-on in her response... It's a life upgrade!  Then I guess, in a small way, they would in fact be life changing.
                         
Here's a few items that have or will (sure of it) improve [upgrade] the quality of my life in the realm of cleanliness...
Have I mentioned our [southern california] limitation of square footage?? ...aka- SPACE?? Nuff said.              
 
 
I'm very sensitive to harsh, abrasive cleaning products (both my skin, & nose!).  I love Bon Ami cleanser, & when I saw this new packaging- plus the scented dish soap I had to buy it.  (anything to make dish-washing a little more "fun")           

...a "life changing bucket" according to this article (a trip to the container store is clearly in order)
        
I must say- if you're into baths, this is the perfect 'bath-time' candle... small, not wobbly, & can be closed up & stored right in the cabinet for the next rare occasion that you actually get to enjoy a candlelit bath.  But, as for cleaning...
Mrs. Meyer's say it best:
     
Sometimes it feels good just to have a nice candle giving off some extra fragrance while you're busy with your chores... It's in a cute jelly jar that you can reuse as a juice glass or hold your marble collection.

       [wow. so many uses for one candle?!... purchased mine @ target]  
     
 

...a great audiobook (such as this one)
   ...to keep your mind from thinking angry thoughts amidst scrubbing the toilets
...or on a slightly more positive note (because it is Friday after all)- to keep you inspired in the midst of chaos :).
  
{any "life-changing" tips/products you've discovered? let us know below...}
  

9 comments:

  1. I got those shoe bins as a bday gift right when we moved. Seriously....they rock. It makes everything so much neater and prettier looking. Love them.

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  2. i've been looking for a good audio book for a five hr drive i have coming up...thanks for the recommendation.

    and life upgrade, love it. could use a few myself. love hearing about products i don't know about. now i'm dreaming of a long bath tonight! happy friday.

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  3. I have been trying to life upgrade like crazy. Taking the time to make the bed, put my clothes away, and do the dishes right after I use them (still working on consistency with that one) is making me feel much calmer and happier in my space!

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  4. a "life changing" bucket AND a candle that will eventually hold my marbles?! way to start my weekend of right, torrie. thanks! =)

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  5. I adopted that whole baggy trou and tie thing in High School (I'm not sure how successfully...) and love Diane Keaton - this book has had great reviews, must get it. Have a fab weekend!

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  6. The Container Store is such a wondrland. I am very lucky that there is not one close to my house. And I am a huge fan of those Mrs. Meyers candles. It is something simple and small that feels very special and indulgent.

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  7. The shoe bins are genius—had them in our last place!

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  8. I just heard that Indy finally got a Container Store.... guess I'm going to have to make a trip up there soon. I LOVE those shoe bins!

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