Thursday, June 19, 2008

My Bling-Bling

It's so easy to get to bedtime, stumble upstairs and shove my things in my closet thinking I will actually put them in their place tomorrow. In my house, tomorrow never comes! My closet was proof of that! Bras, new purchases, returns ready to go back, jewelry, an umbrella, and somewhere in that pile is the perfect necklace for my outfit that day, only it's lost in the chaos! I know you all do the same thing, only your chaos may be a little more manageable and not so unsightly. I'm really not a true slob... promise.

With her photos of her organized jewels, My friend, Katie, inspired me to clean up my slobby mess. I like to call it organized chaos-pretty much that refers to everything in this home. Now I can actually find my jewelry stash instead of searching through zippered bags, thumbing through drawers and the big pile of bling to find that one earring I remember buying a couple of years ago. I knew I had a lot of the bling-bling thanks to my Cookie Lee days, but I didn't realize I had this insane much. And 99% of my stash is costume jewelry... nothing to stick your nose up at. But you can never have too much, right? And yes, those are all bracelets on that top display. I think I also have enough earrings and necklaces to outfit a whole runway of girls--actually, I have done that before for a fashion show! My silver displays from my days of selling at the Utah County Fair sure came in handy when I organized! Need some bling? You know where I am! It's no wonder how my girls got so girly.

14 comments:

Teresa Beth Brower Timms said...

FUN closest to play dress up in - next trip the girls and I will be in there :)

Sims Family said...

Your closet looks similar to mine, but I don't have nearly as much of the jewelry! And my grandparents owned jewelry stores! Go figure. :) Anyway, our enrichment activity tonight is on organizing your closets and pantry. I'll have to post if there are any great ideas!

flip flop mama said...

Your closet looks awesome now! And wow that's a lot of jewelry!

BKM said...

your closet looks much more oraganized. now i can aactually see jewelry love ya.

Carrie said...

HOLY COW!! That is a lot of jewelry. I think I have 3 pairs of earrings that I just barely bought and 2 necklaces. I am a rookie!! I am just learning to try and be cute and stylish. Great way to organize...i always love ideas on organization!

Julie K said...

Too funny--yesterday I spent a LONG time organizing my closet too, only I have maybe 2 necklaces, so that part was easy. I envy your ability to wear jewelry, I am just special needs when it comes to finery.

rebecca said...

You definitely have the BLING-BLING going on! I am a minimalist when it comes to jewelry, esp. while I've got tots tugging on hoops and bangles. Your girls must LOVE mommy's closet! I know if I had that kind of hardware my girls would be into it constantly. So fun!
I organization ideas and your new system looks great. I love that you can see everything.

Amy Proctor Timmerman said...

Um, can you offer a jewelry version of the Redbox? I can take one and then come swap for another?

shayla said...

Now, that's funny, Amy!!! you know where I live!

Coral said...

Your closet looks like so much fun! Where did you find your earring/bracelet stands? So cute!

queenieweenie said...

Okay girl. I KNEW you had a lot of jewelry but WOW. WOW!

The display looks fabulous! Can I come shop?

Michele said...

Every girl needs a little bling in her life. I just don't know any that has more than you. Fun Post!

Stacey Lau said...

What a great collection of jewelry!!!

katierasmussen said...

looks fab! I just wish I had your jewelry collection!!!

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