June PlumPerk

Or should I say green? The last two posts suggested 10 easy things you can incorporate into your lifestyle to save a little (or a lot) of CO2. So, let's share and compare ideas. What have you done to live a more eco-friendly lifestyle? Every thing we do makes a difference, so share your actions - big and small. It could be something small like creating a recycling station or using cloth napkins OR it could be something major like buying a hybrid car or replacing your top-loading washer with a front loader. Share your actions in the comment section by July 3 and the winner will be announced on Monday, July 5. Bonus points for submitting a photo to amy@plumbliss.com.

And oh yeah, the winner receives a super cute (do I say that a lot?) reusable tote bag woven from 95% post-consumer waste by BlueQ. The design is by artist Helen Dardik. Believe me, you want to win this bag!!

May PlumPerk - And the winner is . . .

Congrats to Katherine B. on winning the PlumPerk for May!! Check out this super-cute play kitchen that is actually a repurposed small dresser. Katherine had this project lined up and ready to go when her parents recently made a week-long visit to California. And the proud recipient of said kitchen, Sadie, will get a lot of use out of this cool project!

After preparing the dresser for the transition, several awesome features were added - a chalkboard on one side and hooks for little towels and aprons on the other side. The custom front "drawer" folds down and conceals storage space as does the cute fabric covered front. And to round out the kitchen, Katherine claims "felt food" is really easy and fun to make!

May PlumPerk

It's that time again! I want to see your design ideas/projects! To win this month's PlumPerk, submit a design project that you've completed - perhaps recovering a stool, repainting a room, or even repurposing a piece of furniture . . . . if you are selected as the PlumPerk winner you'll receive this super cute, versatile treat from Anthropologie. It is a white porcelain dish with a floral motif measuring 61/2 x 5. Use it in a bathroom or kitchen for soap, on a dresser for jewelry, or serve yourself something sweet for a late night snack! AND, to sweeten the deal, if you submit a project that has previously been featured on the blog you'll receive a surprise companion piece as well!

Here are the specifics:

1. email your photo to amy@plumbliss.com

2. photo must be received by 8pm on Tuesday, June 1

3. winner will be announced on my blog on Wednesday, June 2

And the winner is . . .

Beth H. and her impressive garage organization!!

In her words, "I have been planning to organize my garage shelves since we moved here 2 years ago, and was finally inspired to do it. I did this in about 2-3 hours and didn't spend any money."

I think the shelves look great and it's especially gratifying when you are able to use what you have and not spend additional money! Beth said she organized similar items together, put some rarely used items away in the attic and got rid of things they didn't need. She also has some things ready to take to Goodwill. This is a key to organizing - think about what you need/use, what you can give away, and what you can throw away - then get busy.

Congratulations on winning this month's Plum Perk - I'll get your Container Store gift card to you ASAP! Maybe it will help with that kitchen project you're planning . . .

April Plum Perk

It's time for a Plum Perk!! Each month, I'll give away a perk to one of my blog followers. And ohhh do I have some fabulous things to give to you! This month, I want to showcase some of your ideas on organization. So, send me a pic of something you have organized - it can be a junk drawer, pantry, child's closet, your desk . . . let me see what you've done! And the winner receives a gift card to Container Store - just in time for their Spring Organization Sale!

Here are the specifics:

1. email your photo to amy@plumbliss.com

2. photo must be received by 5pm on Wednesday, May 5

3. winner will be announced on my blog on Friday, May 7