Design & Construction Week

            Next week I am headed to Design & Construction (DCW) week in Las Vegas. I’m sure to bring back lots of great information and learn about a lot of new products! Be sure to follow me on all the social media channels to stay up to date and catch a sneak peek of what I’m seeing.

 

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What is DCW? This year marks the 2^nd DCW which is a collaboration between the

National Association of Home Builders and the National Kitchen and Bath Association in which they co-locate the International Builders' Show (IBS) and the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS). Joining IBS and KBIS this year, are three additional DCW partner events: the International Window Coverings Expo (IWCE), the International Surface Event (TISE) and Las Vegas Market. They anticipate over 150,000 residential construction and design professionals with over 3,700 exhibitors and 4.7 million square feet of exhibits. Whew! My feet hurt just thinking about it!

 

KBIS, in conjunction with the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) is an inspiring, interactive platform that showcases the latest industry products, trends and technologies. KBIS truly is the voice of the kitchen and bath industry and has been for 50 years. I’m also privileged to be speaking at KBIS this year.

 

The NAHB International Builders’ Show (IBS) is the largest annual light construction show in the world. I can’t wait to see what new products are being showcased!

 

I’m packing my comfy shoes and catching a little extra shut eye so I can be ready to take it all in. The next time we talk, I’ll have some fun things to share. Anything in particular you want me to keep an eye out for? Send me an email at jessica@webbercoleman.com.

New Year, New You!

        A new year is here! I don’t know about you, but January always makes me itch to organize, simplify, throw away and rearrange. It’s a fresh start. A chance to make this year even better than the last. To enjoy every moment with less stuff to distract you. Here’s a couple of things you’ll find me doing this weekend.

 

Papers-recycle any papers you don’t need long term; expired coupons, old invitations, out of date school calendars.

 

Purse-dump everything out and only put back what you need. Go through your wallet and file or throw away any receipts you no longer need. How many lip colors do you really need to carry around every day? Keep only your favorites!

 

Magazines-make it a rule to throw out the previous issue when the new issue comes in. Or like me, read it and throw it away or pass it on to someone who would enjoy it.

 

Closets-Oh man, I’ve been ignoring this one too long.

Shoes- Weed out any shoes that are uncomfortable or beyond repair. Polish any shoes that need it.

 

Hangers-remove all extra hangers. Many dry cleaners will take back wire hangers and recycle them. This is my favorite quick cleaning tip.

 

Clothes-after all of the holiday parties there are probably some items that need to go to the dry cleaners or need some mending. Give away anything you haven’t worn in the past year or no longer like. There are several challenges out there in regards to clothing. The Capsule Wardrobe, 30 day challenge and Project 333 to name a few. There are even apps that can help you create outfits out of things already in your closet.

 

When in doubt, ask yourself these questions.

 

1.Do I really need this?

2.Do I love it?

3.Do I already have something else that will work?

4.Do I use it regularly?

5.Where am I going to put it?

6.How hard would it be to replace this item someday if I needed to?

 

I’d love to hear what your favorite January organizing tasks are. Send me an email at jessica@webbercoleman.com. See you at Goodwill!