Get Organized!

With holiday season approaching and the semester winding down for you college gals, it can be a difficult time to stay on top of things. Staying organized is a great way to relieve all the added stress. Here are some awesome and easy tips to get your things in order.

 

Buy a Planner

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A monthly planner can be helpful when keeping track of appointments or tasks. You can find them fairly cheap at any office supply store, and they are well worth it! They come in all sizes, depending on your needs, and might even fit in your purse! Try one with a pocket to store added notes or coupons. Adding color coordination can also be beneficial.

Set Aside Time for Yourself

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Make sure that each day you have at least an hour to relax and focus on yourself. Stress in not healthy, and nobody can afford to get sick during such a hectic time of year. Whether its a quick nap or a long bubble bath at the end of the day, be sure to make your personal health your top priority.

Avoid Clutter

Here are some fun and simple ways to keep your things neat and clean. After a stressful day, the last thing anyone wants to do is clean up. These organizational tools will make getting ready on the go less of a hassel.

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Magnetic Makeup Board

Materials:

Magnet stickers
Cookie sheet
Fabric
Ribbon
Thumb Tac
Hot glue gun w/ sticks

1. Cover a cookie sheet with one layer of fabric, your choice of color or pattern, and hot glue it to the back side.

2. Cut two slits in the top center of the fabric about 4 inches apart. Lace a piece of ribbon through the two slits and tie a loose bow at the top. This will be how you hang the board, so choose the length of ribbon that best fits.

3. Apply magnetic stickers to the back of all of your makeup items and stick them to the board.

4. Hang board from wall using a thumb tac.

This is an easy way to keep things clean and organized. It is cute and convenient for on the go touch ups.

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