Holiday Display Shelf to Avoid Seasonal Disapproval
November 1, 2013
There really is nothing like the holidays. Seeing all of that family, sometimes for the first time in a year can be a really rewarding and comforting experience. It can also be incredibly stressful and nerve-wracking. This goes double if you are the one hosting the holiday festivities. You just know that the second she walks through the front door, Mom is going to cluck her tongue in disapproval at your poor holiday presentation. However, with the help of a holiday display shelf, you can transform that cluck of disapproval to a chuckle of delight! Believe it or not, this décor piece is really not all that difficult to achieve.
Just a few easy steps for a holiday display shelf
The first thing you need to complete your holiday display shelf is, of course, a shelf. Now, there are many schools of thought on what makes the perfect holiday display shelf. I am of the opinion that a floating shelf provides the best effect. With those ugly braces and stands, your shelf looks as if it is seamlessly attached to the wall. That leaves you with less time camouflaging and more time to decorate! I would recommend the Modern Display Ledge Wall Shelf.
Once you have your shelf installed, the next step is adding some personalized décor. This will greatly depend on what holiday it is you are celebrating. For my Christian friends, a nativity scene is a great choice for your holiday display shelf. For those that celebrate Hanukah, this holiday display shelf is the perfect place for a menorah. For those celebrating Eid al-Adha, perhaps looking into some crescent moon shaped décor to display (not really a big holiday for decorating).
I know this wasn’t the most in depth tutorial I have ever presented, but I suppose the point is to show how easy it is get your home looking great for the holidays. If you can’t figure it out from here, maybe you really do deserve that cluck of disapproval from mother!
Top Bike Racks for Any and All Needs
November 1, 2013
Last week we talked about the best bike racks for those that are on a budget. These were the simples of the simple – the bike racks for the bachelor, organization for the unemployed. However, this week we are going to take a 180 and discuss the other end of the spectrum: top bike racks. These are the biggest and the best bike racks that you can find. Whether you want to show off to your friends, or just have a whole bunch of bikes to store, this is the post for you.
There are many top bike racks, and people purchase them for a variety of reasons. Perhaps you are a die-hard bicycle enthusiast, and want to have top of the line equipment. Others just like to show off their wealth and have premium everything. Still others have a lot of bicycles they need to have stored, and when you need to organize more than two bicycles, it can get pricey.
The first top bike rack is for those that have a lot of bicycles to store. Perhaps you have a family of four, and want to store all of their bicycles in one easy to maintain location. The Indoor Outdoor Poly Lumber Bike Rack is ideal for this situation. This rack is made from a unique poly material that makes it resistant to the elements. With space to store up to 8 bicycles, you have plenty of room for the family and maybe even some friends too!
Next is the top bike rack for road warriors. This car-mounted bicycle rack is perfect for finding that remote locale for your next ride. The Advantage Sports Rack GlideAway2 provides incredible storage for any journey. It is made by Heininger, one of the top names in car bicycle racks. This is certainly a top bike rack if I have ever seen one.
Lastly, you have the fancy bike rack for those that love to show off. The Garage Gator Motorized System is a great way to show your friends how cool you are. This top bike rack is able to hold up to 220 pounds. What is especially cool about this rack is that it can store items other than bicycles as well.
There you have it, three of the top bike racks available today!
Winter Season Storage Ideas Include Bin Rack
October 30, 2013
One way to cut down on the clutter in your home is to utilize winter season storage. Typically there are things you need in the summer and things you need in the winter, so why have all of these items lying around your house causing a mess? Instead, keep them stored away so you can add organization to the home, plus you will know exactly where to find your stowed away stuff.
There are a few ways to go about achieving the perfect winter season storage set up. You can jump through a bunch of hoops, building your own storage system from metal, wood or even plastic. If you build it yourself, I guess the biggest benefit is the knowledge that you have created a high quality product for off season storage. Of course, if you are not a great handyman, perhaps you won’t be quite so sure?
Plus, that all takes a ton of time. And who has time to build an entire winter season storage rack. Especially when you consider that there are perfectly good pre-built storage options available out there. These pre-built storage racks provide ample space for all of your out-of-season items, such as those flip flops, pool toys, warm weather clothing and more!
The best option that I have come across for winter season storage is the 12-Tote Model Storage System. What makes this a great off season storage option is that it provides ample space for storage while still having a compact footprint. That way you can really increase the amount of storage in your home without eating up a bunch of floor space.
Of course, you don’t need to use this amazing bin storage rack for off season storage alone. This bin rack makes it easy to access everything that is stored within, so even if you need to keep everyday items in there, you will still be able to get to them with ease!