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Word on the Sphere: August 20

Yellow ClutchPolka Dot HeadbandBeatles iPodThis week we noticed that one of the hottest colors this season, yellow, is brightening up the blogosphere:

GlamSugar highlights this adorable yellow clutch by Forever 21 that will make your outfit pop and won’t break your bank.

Omiru recommends the Filofax Piazza Personal Organizer as one of the best day planners to not only lighten up your style, but help manage your life as well.

Glimpse.com raves about what’s hot in San Francisco including this polka dot headband from Anthropologie that can funk up even the most basic of outfits.

TeamSugar touts these Christian Louboutin yellow satin pumps for those who are looking for a must-have trendy piece.

Shiny Shiny spotlights that Apple is rumored to come out with a limited edition Beatles-themed Yellow Submarine iPod that will be pre-loaded with every Beatles album!

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Smalls Storage

“Don’t agonize. Organize!”
Florynce Kennedy, 1916 - 2000

It’s the little things that get you. Your jackets are hung, your shoes are racked, your sweaters are neatly folded and stacked. But your scarves? Your dainties and delicates? Your tights? They’re another story. They generally don’t hang or fold well, and as such, run amok really fast. Here are three ways to corral those wily items.

Colored Paper Take Out BoxesBoxed

Tired of coming up with boy shorts when you’re searching for a thong? Create order in your drawers with cubby holes. You can buy ready made drawer organizers or design your own system using fun boxes.

Tie RackTie Rack

Long ago, some unsung hero of closet organization invented the tie rack. But it’s certainly not limited to ties. Use one for hanging scarves, necklaces or slippery camisoles that slide off standard hangers.

Over-the-door shoe bagShoe Bag

Tuck your scarves, camisoles, dainties and tights, etc. into an over-the-door shoe rack for instant organization. Clear pockets makes it easier to see what you’ve got…and when you need to do laundry.

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Q&A - Organizing Small Living Spaces

Help! I just moved into a studio apartment that has one tiny closet and absolutely no storage space. I love living alone, but am having a hard time adjusting to the smaller quarters.
— From Jamie in San Francisco

A common problem for many of us city-dwellers. When living space is limited, storage of course is also limited. Look for space-saving furniture that allows you to optimize your living area, without sacrificing your style.

Dio Queen FutonPlatform storage beds are great solutions because they have several drawers underneath the mattress, where the bed frame would be. You can easily store sheets and other linens, or even sweaters. Several Shopping.com merchants - Furniture on the Web, Quality Media Storage, FurnitureBuzz and the Inside Outside Store, sell different types of platform storage beds. This futon bed with two drawers is a space saver x2, as it doubles as a bed at night, an easily retractable couch during the day, complete with two storage drawers underneath. Or try a platform bed with six extra deep 19″ drawers beneath.

Storage Coffee TablePut your coffee table to work — coffee tables with storage come in many different styles and finishes. Some with large compartments such as this one, or others with pull-out side drawers or side cubby holes, allow you to cram in blankets, DVDs, board games or photo albums.

Bathroom SpacesaverIf you lack shelf space in your bathroom, easily add some with an over-the-toilet cabinet fixture. Since it fits right above, you’re making great use of otherwise wasted space, and you can get a fixture with louvered doors so that your toiletries can remain hidden from view.

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Put the Spring in Cleaning

Spring is officially here and with it comes bright colorful clothes (the best part), but also cleaning (the worst part).  Yesterday, on ABC’s Channel 7 in New York, I shared some Spring Cleaning tips along with my favorite time-saving household products.  If you want a clean home and are starved for time, you’ll love these products as much as I do. 

iRobot  Roomba Red 4100 Bagless Robotic Vacuumscooba-roomba.jpgroomba-scheduler.jpgMultitask with the iRobot Roomba Bagless Robotic Vacuum 

Right now, Roomba is my favorite gadget (sorry iPod).  Most people don’t like vacuuming, but love having clean floors. Having a Roomba is like having Rosie from the Jetson’s vacuuming one room while I do something else, like the dishes.  Actually, we call ours a “he” for some reason and the first few times we used him, I just watched in amazement.  There are other models, including a Scooba version that mops.  What will they think of next?

Make Room with Vacuum Seal Storage Bags

Out with the old and in with the new!  Space is always an issue, especially for apartment dwellers.  These are great for storing your bulky winter jackets and comforters because in these bags, they can shrink to half their size.  You’d be surprised how much you can fit under your bed!

Delegate dirty work with an Automatic Self-Cleaning Cat-Litter Box 

Cleaning the litter box is such a dreaded task.  I have cats and have used a variety of automatic boxes over the years.  Pricey, yes, but worth it!  They’re especially great because by alleviating that chore, you have more time  focus on why you love fluffy in the first place. 

Freshen up with Febreze Scentstories Player

We all want our homes to smell fresh and clean — and this is a great product to help you do just that – just put in the reusable discs and as it plays, a quiet fan rotates through five scents, one every 30 minutes.  For anyone interested, you can also check out Epinions reviews on this product.   

Cut the clutter with a Magnetic Pocket Folder

If you’re like me, getting dinner on the table often includes a take-out menu.  Magnetic pockets are perfect for organizing them - just stick one on your fridge or file cabinet and dinner is a snap.   

Erase mistakes with the Magic Eraser 

These really make cleaning up easier, saving manicures everywhere!  I use them to get the scuff marks off of our hallways walls and floors. 

Take advantage of these time-saving gadgets, and you’ll have more time to enjoy spring.

I’m always interested in other cool household products and gadgets.  Contact me or post a comment if you’d like to share any of your finds. 

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