How to Make a Room Feel Larger
A 10×12 room can feel very, very different depending on what’s in it and how the things in that room relate to each other. Since I’m often working with... Continue reading
Author: Gwen McClure
Tips on Giving the Perfect Gift
Confession: I have a love/hate relationship to gift giving. Personally, there’s nothing I like more than opening a beautifully wrapped present. Or the child-like joy of watching someone open... Continue reading
How to Make Labeling Your Things Easy and Doable
This Thanksgiving, I asked my Mother if she had any thick colored paper, a hole punch, and a red Sharpie pen. This is what she said: “The colored heavy... Continue reading
5 Things I Won’t Do as Your Interior Designer
When interior designers begin their careers, we’re encouraged to create ‘portfolio-worthy’ projects. In retrospect, it’s easy to see that these projects are more about the design firm than the... Continue reading
5 Blunders That Keep You Disorganized
I wrote recently about the habits I have that keep me organized, but getting organized in the first place feels impossible if you fall into in any of... Continue reading
What I Told My Friend About Her Son’s Stuffed Animals
I got a great email from Patricia De Fonte the other day and was thrilled when she said I could share it with you. (Patricia is a Principal and... Continue reading
5 Signs You’re Ready for a Move Manager
You know a move manager would help, but it’s an expense and you’re not sure if it’s justified. After all, you’ve moved before and survived, right? After managing hundreds... Continue reading
Organizer Tip: Where to Donate Your Old Linens
How full is your closet with linens you don’t use? Maybe you have a soft blanket but it’s stained, or a high-quality percale sheet that’s fraying. You think you... Continue reading
How I Keep My House So Organized
If you’ve read my bio, you know I learned how to organize from my mother and grandmother. I’m going to give these two, lovely women credit for teaching me... Continue reading
Downsizing Dilemma: What to Do with Your Wedding Dress
It’s amazing what treasures get unearthed when you begin to downsize: travel souvenirs, heirloom quilts, and yes, wedding dresses! Suddenly you’re face to face with things you haven’t seen... Continue reading