Cute Container
This weekend I bought a new container. It is beautiful. I like the simple lines combined with the detailed patterns. The size is ideal. The color of the metal blends well with my decor. AND it was on sale for $9.00.
It made me think about how I organize and purchase organizational tools. This purchase was a little backwards from most of my container purchases. My typical mode of operation is to clean out a space; purge dated, exess, or unused items; categorize or sort remaining items; and purchase appropriate organizational tools based on the size of the area (while always keeping in mind convenience and cost.) Sometimes I carry a list of boxes, bins, and other items (along with their measurements) that I need to complete a project. Here was my dilemma…this item wasn’t on my list.
I brought it home and have identified two potential purposes for it. It is an ideal size to hold kindling by my fireplace. It would also serve as a tidy place to house extra toilet paper in my spare bathroom. I am posting this to point out that sometimes it is acceptable to purchase items for storage even if you had not been planning on them, but keep the following in mind: (1) The price is right (2) You can think of at least one practical purpose for the item in your home (3) It fulfills a clutter free vision for your home. Now instead of an impulse purchase that will add to the clutter of your home, I have practical purchase for storage and decorating at an exceptional value.
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