Why is it that Dogs Do Chew – Some Solutions
July 6, 2013
To me, one of the greatest joys in life is dog ownership. The devotion and unconditional love they give to their masters is pretty incredible. Plus, they are a blast to play with! However dogs can come with some downsides, particularly behavioral problems. Why is it that dogs do chew our shoes, especially when we are not home?
Well, as you can see from the title of the page, this is not a blog about dog behavior. No, it is a blog about shoe storage. While I cannot offer to you any sound advice on canine psychology, I can offer some stellar shoe-storage advice. And in this way, at least your dog won’t be chewing your Jimmy Choos (I had to) – she’ll be all over your sofa instead!
As I mentioned, I have some advice for how to store your shoes up and away, where Rover will never be able to reach them. If you value your shoes as much as your life, then take heed of these very simple and effective ways to hide your shoes away.
When the shoes are on the floor, dogs do chew
The single best way to ensure that your shoes stay free from the jaws of death is to get them off of the floor. While dogs are incredibly clever, if your shoes are up in the secure pouches of the 26 Pair Over the Door Rack, they will never be tampered with. This is the best option for those of us with smaller dogs. As the dogs get larger, they are more capable of knocking things around. You are liable to get at least a pair or two on the floor, right where dogs do chew shoes.
The best option for those with a larger breed of dog is something more secure, like a cabinet. I am thinking something along the lines of the Shoe Cubby, which keeps your shoes hidden behind two doors. It is not as convenient as the over the door rack, but who needs convenience when your shoes are in three pieces?
Hopefully these solutions can hold you over until you figure out what’s the deal with Fido.
Wall Mounted Display Shelf makes a Unique Wedding Gift
July 4, 2013
Summer is known for its preponderance of weddings. In fact, people often call late-spring and early-summer “Wedding Season”. For those that are in their 20s in particular, it seems this effect is heightened. That many events leaves you grasping for wedding gift ideas – especially after a dozen weddings. May I suggest thinking outside the box and gifting a wall mounted display shelf for their newlywed memories?
Of course, gifting items that are not on the registry can be a problematic decision, depending on just how much of a Bridezilla (or Groomzilla) you are dealing with. But I am confident that with the proper details, a wall mounted display shelf is a perfect gift. If you do it right, the shelf may not just be an acceptable present – it may in fact become the stand-out present from their wedding!
That might be a bit of an exaggeration. But trust me a couple’s themed wall mounted display shelf will certainly be more memorable than some oven mitts or a latex spatula.
Now that you have the idea, it is time to get to work! The first step in this wedding themed wall mounted display shelf is to purchase the materials. You are going to be gussying up this shelf, so I would recommend something simple like the Magnetic Wall Shelf. I love that this shelf is magnetic and has an easy installation – that way you don’t give the newlyweds a “chore” with your gift.
Add Their Initials to Give the Wall Mounted Display Shelf a Custom Touch
I think the best way to make it a personalized wall shelf is to add the couple’s initials to the shelf. That is simple and tasteful, and gives it a little personal touch. I think a shelf like this is perfect for their closet or bedroom.
So add their initials, maybe tie in some décor that relates to the couple, and there you have it! A great wedding present that is unique and personalized!
Dorm Room Shoe Rack for Incoming Freshman
June 28, 2013
It is the middle of the summer – Where did June go? I swear I look forward to summer all year long and then all of a sudden, I realize it has passed me by! I’m sure those of you who are getting ready to go off to college for their freshman year can agree with this sentiment. There is so much packing and preparing to do, and so little time to do it. Well let me give you youngsters a little tip about dorm-life: the bigger your dorm room shoe rack, the more friends you will make.
You may think that I am pulling your leg with this bit of advice, but I promise that it is absolutely true. The single worst way a person can ingratiate themselves with new roommates is to make a mess of the dorm room. Most college kids arrive with very few personal items, but the biggest mess in dorms is always shoes! Shoes on the floor, shoes under the bed, shoes on the bed, shoes in the bathroom – you name, I have seen it.
If suddenly your roommates realize that you are one big slob when it comes to managing your shoes, there is a strong chance you will go from big-man-on-campus to dork of the century. I’m not even kidding.
Nothing is worse than coming home from an exhausting day of classes only to trip over your roommate’s shoes when you walk in the door. This is a great way to get on the “do not room with” list, and be begging for new roommates come the spring semester.
Don’t just settle for a dorm room shoe rack – go big!
In fact, instead of just investing in a single dorm room shoe rack, get an all-in-one organizer with this Organization Kit. This organizer collection includes a 12-pair shoe rack, a laundry bag and a hamper, a hanging shelf organizer and some loose storage drawers. All of these items are easy to compact for moving into and out of the dorms, and they have space-saving qualities that you need when sharing a living space with others.
