Store pushpins, staples, paper clips and other office detritus in an unused spice caddy. Clever and could be fun and colorful. (via [can you believe it?] Redbook)
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Another use for Washi Tape
JensieJean at Take Two, They’re Small uses a Russel + Hazel binder as her planner and then puts her stash of washi tape to good use to highlight multi-day projects. The tape makes it easy to move an event if necessary and also to create color coding for different projects, family activities, vacations, etc. Clever…
Rubber-banded (iPhone) Bumper
I’ve heard that the new iPhone 5 does not have much in the way of protective coverings yet. While you’re waiting to drop $30 on a case, why not try this simple hack to create a grippy little bumper with nothing more than a rubber band? (via Wired and Instructables)
Journaling 101
I talk a lot about finding the perfect notebook or agenda but sometimes figuring out how to use your book that is as important as whether the paper is 90gms, unlined, hardcover, A5-sized or pocket-sized, grid, reporter-style. Rookie provided this get “get started” guide if you are feeling a bit stuck. The great advantage to…
Felt Wall Pockets
Felt wall pockets help to organize tools vertically (via Apartment Therapy)
Better, brighter filing
Paint your filing cabinets an eye-popping color and top with a scrap piece of stone, granite or concrete from a local homebuilding shop. All the sudden filing looks like a pleasing activity… sort of. (via Apartment Therapy from BH+G)
Tin can pencil cups
Paint-dipped tin cans make a modern, decorative statement on your work table. Time to make some chili so I can have a few cans to paint! (via Maya)