... Let the fun begin...
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... my reaction when I got the news I found a new home & one I know the pups & I will love!...
I am looking for a smooth move this go round.
I should be a pro at packing/taping/moving etc. by now since it seems like I've lived in almost every zip code Charlotte has to offer since moving here back in 2011.
This time, I'm going to gift it, thrift it, or trash it... the junk will NOT be making the move (& I will be posting design inspirations for my next home throughout this post to add some glamour to it!)
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Entry way inspiration
TIPS & TRICKS I've learned along the way:
Start decluttering immediately.
DO NOT pack that clutter that isn't "decorative clutter". If it doesn't have a purpose, chunk it (or gift it or thrift it). Even try selling it for a little extra cash!
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Do a little everyday.
Do away first with the trinkets you can live without on a daily basis. Get in the attic & tackle it. More than likely those items aren't in your everyday routine. Pack up (or keep them packed) the holiday decorations.... Christmas in July is over folks.
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...LOVING this "kill" for an office space...
Label everything.
... just in case you don't move immediately & need to find that one thing you've already packed. I have a bad habit towards in the end labeling boxes "assortment", calling it a day, & just throwing things in there.... NOT the brightest idea. More than likely, those are the items that should have been tossed from the git-go. This also helps movers (or friends/family) to know which room to place the box in the new home.
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Pull up a seat & stay for awhile... a bar should always be inviting, cheers!
Don't do it all alone.
Ms. independent over here thinks she can do a lot on her own (which I can) but moving is not one of them. Making a move requires the help of family & friends & the movers you've lined up! Accept the help that is offered, no matter what it is. Once all is said and done, invite them back over for a "thank you" dinner...
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How SIMPLE. This look will be on one of the porches (yes, I have TWO!) for sure!
Have the right supplies.
Sharpies, tape, scissors, boxes, & wine/beer. Or both. Having these items in each room of the house (maybe not the wine/beer) keeps you from having to scramble looking for what you need. I keep a supply of these in every room in case I get the urge to start packing. Its all there & no time is wasted.
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Plan to live in a mess for weeks.
The boxes will start to pile up & you will be living in a mess! Towards the end, just have fun with it, accept the fact your house will be chaotic. So just go have a take out picnic on the living room floor, you'll forget you're even in a sea of boxes!
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I finally have a dining room & I can finally use my dining room table... sorry Mom, I'm going to need that back!
... this is about to go down...
TGIF, right?
xo
-W
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