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Hi Reader!

We used to store all our wrapping supplies in an under-the-bed tote.

It worked great until it didn’t.

When I went looking for alternative solutions, I realized I could re-purpose several of our Elfa storage pieces into the gift wrapping station of my dreams.

But it was surprisingly difficult to do (despite what The Container Store website shows!)

Today, I’m showing you our new setup and breaking down all the tricks I used to get a lot of wrapping supplies into this compact system!

​Keep reading...​

Dive Deeper Into This Project

In this week’s voice notes, I’m chatting a bit more about a wall mount versus a door mount for the Elfa system and sharing the clever way I added all the labels to the baskets!!

Favorite Find

I used to setup elaborate Pinterest-level parties for my kids birthdays. These days, our life is BUSY; so I'm always looking for quick ways to get that "big celebration" feel with minimal effort. We just tried these 3D streamers for my son's birthday, and boy did they deliver! Cheap, easy to hang, and (practically!) instant party...they are now among my party must-haves!

Sneak Peek

After 20 years of quick fixes and budget finds, we finally invested in "real" dining chairs. This wasn't a quick, easy, or inexpensive decision. Next week, I'll be sharing our entire process and why we love what we ended up with so much!

Behind the Scenes

In our newest kitchen, none of my usual drawer organizers fit. We've been living with the mess for almost 6 months, and I can't take it any long. These drawers are officially at the top of my To Do List this weekend.

See you next week!

~Megan

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