CHA
Last weekend I went to CHA Chicago for the third year in a row. It’s an interesting tale of three years of trade-showing … so I thought I’d share. Year 1 - CHA 2005: I made [...]
While I was away…
the Creative Organizing blog was featured here at Today's Creative Blog. What a fun blog is that? Thank you, Kim for featuring my blog! And scrap scene featured "The Organized + Inspired Scrapbooker" last week, too. [...]
Ideas for Using Mini Clipboards
I recently received this email from April about mini clipboards: Hi Aby, I have followed you all over the place it seems and really enjoy your tips for organizing. I recently purchased 1-12x12 and 2-4x4 clipboards [...]
This pretty much sums it up…
My Mom ... headed to look at the stunning views on San Juan Island. Simply amazing. So beautiful. So freeing. I think this shot of her captures the essence of our time together in Washington. Once [...]
Organize Your Dorm Room
I recently received this question from a blog reader: I just turned 18 and I am getting ready to move out of my parents house and attend college. The dorm rooms are smaller than the normal [...]
Ahhhhh…
...I think I've found heaven on earth. This is the view of the sunset from where we're staying in Seattle. The weather is unbelievable...sunny and warm but you can actually feel the air move. And what's [...]
Happy 4th!
How are you celebrating the fourth of July? I hope you're having a great day. Are you going to see any fireworks? We're headed to a local display in a neighboring town tonight. I like the [...]
Travel Planner…
In less than a week I'm leaving on a jet plane for the wonderful state of Washington. Seriously, I can't believe this trip is here. Already! We've been planning it for over a year and yet [...]
Are you a goal setter or a dreamer?
It has been said that goals are dreams with plans (and I might add – a higher probability of coming true!) To turn your dreams into goals and ultimately realities, simply write down what you want [...]
Scrapbook Organizing: Aby’s Top Five Things to Know
When you think about all the stuff that goes into creating a scrapbook—photos, adhesives, scissors, photo trimmers, cardstock, embellishments (galore!), letter stickers, the scrapbook itself, your memorabilia—the prospect of organizing for scrapbooking can seem a bit [...]