I was tagged by Marcia to participate in Ariane’s “show your desk challenge.” And here’s the funny thing: I sat next to Ariane in a workshop at the National Association of Professional Organizer’s conference last year. In fact, I borrowed a pen from her … because mine ran out of ink. Small world, isn’t it?
So I’ve taken the challenge … here are a few shots of my desk.
Having just spent the last few months creating this space and moving from a shared office with my hubby into this new space, it’s just so nice to have this project finished! I feel so much more productive! And it comes down to simple things, like finally finding two trash cans that fit between the desk and the wall (one for recycling and one for trash). Before last weekend I had two trash cans that I kept moving because they just didn’t fit where I wanted them. Funny how taking care of the little annoyances just makes everything so much simpler. Know what I mean?
So … if you want to play along, post a comment and let us know you’ve posted a pic of your desk. Or, find that one little annoyance that you can fix quickly and easily (like my trash can!) and take care of it this weekend. Have fun … and let me know if you play along!
Thanks, Marcia, for tagging me!
Off to dye eggs (and catch up on laundry!) Enjoy your weekend. 🙂
I love your blog! I am an organizing fanatic, but not very good at it. You have a lot of great ideas. I love all the colors you use, too. The desk space is beautiful. I have a corner desk, but no walls and windows like that since it’s in a loft area. It has still given me ideas. Did I read this right? Are you a professional organizer? That’s awesome! Just signed up for your newsletter. Thanks again!
i love how your desk looks, it must be so relaxing working in that space. i haven’t the courage to post a pic of my desk at the moment it is a dressing table and everything is piled up…shocking..lol.
Oh, I can’t post a picture of my desk…It would ruin the illusion that I have created as a neat and tidy person.
that clean desk thing would be one of my goals from your BPS class. right now it is a mish mash of stuff as is the rest of my life and home. hoping to “clean up my act” real soon! Thanks
Aby, Thanks for sharing your desk & office – GORGEOUS! I wish you lived closer to me so that I could have you come and reorganize and decorate my office! : )
I’ve done a little reorganizing in my office because I saw your great new space, even bought a magnetic whiteboard and calendar for the wall behind my computer and moved all my little ‘floating’ notes. Filled out my class goals today too – keep the inspiration coming!!
I realize just how visual I am when I see a desk / office space like yours (gorgeous and lots of empty space). Mine is posted on my blog and it looks a lot different! Thanks for sharing!
~Monica
Aby – love you blog and glad you’re posting again. I’m also really enjoy the BPS class.
I’m curious about what’s on the corner of your desk (looking at the last picture, it be in the lower middle right). Also, is that your goals bulletin board behind your desk? I remember reading about that in another post. Thanks!
I love your desk! It’s so bright and happy. I’m inspired to finish off my office and get my art hung up!
One question: What brand is your green “Notes” binder? That is beyond cute, and I’m using that idea! 🙂
Holy cow! Your desk is absolutely beautiful, Aby!!! If mine ever looks like that people had better watch out…I would never leave the room. : *)
It looks fantastic! I’ve been in my new house for only a short time and it feels like it is taking forever to get things set up the way I would like and enjoy.
Great desk! I’ve been looking for one just like it ~ where did you get it?
Love your blog.
Your office is organized but pretty as well. Did you make those folders that are in your basket? Also I noticed your white binders have a decorative border on them as welldid you make those?
I came by way of Ariane at Neat Living. I agree, I adore your office. The redecorating really paid off.
Here’s my desk:
http://encouragingcoach.com/wordpress/?p=880
Hi Aby…
I love your blog and your simplify philosophy. I am currently awaiting a heart transplant and my “keep my spirits up/get well” gift is going to be to move my scrapbook space into our office. I love the apple green walls in your office and the desk you have. Would you mind letting me know where you got your desk? And are those R&H binders…love them…might get some soon from your simplify 101 website 😉
I love your office and just fell inlove with your apple green walls….what is the color of that paint? Thanks
Hi, Chelle,
I posted some info about my paint color here.
http://creativeorganizing.typepad.com/creative_organizing/2007/01/happy_new_year.html
Thanks!!
Aby
Oh, you’re lucky! There’re few people who can maintain an organized desk. There are days that my desk has a lot of cluttered papers. Every Friday, I never failed to clear and tidy up my station. I chose not put any pictures on my desk because it might distract me.