Office Organization with Post-it® #Review

Working from home has it’s obvious perks; I can work my schedule around my kids, I have unlimited access to coffee, and I can work in my pajamas if I want. I can set my own hours and work at my own pace. There are also hassles that come with working from home though, the fact that I was having a hard time staying organized.

I never seemed to get the time to organize my office, and stuff just kept piling up. When I realized how much time I was spending looking for items, I quickly reconsidered and made time.

Disorganization was wrecking havoc on my productivity time, I was spending too much time sorting through stuff to find what I needed. I need that time to work, not search for stuff.
Post-It definitely helps keep me organized.


Post-it® Dry Erase Planner lets me keep my daily schedule visible so that I can stay on track. It is a peel and stick planner, so it can stick anywhere. I put mine to the right of my workspace. I’m not spending time thinking of what needs to be done, I can glance to my right and already know. It helps with productivity and keeping distractions at bay.


You can stick this anywhere, yet it comes off just as easy as it goes on. No sticky particles or a mess left behind on your walls or refrigerator. You can stick this horizontally or vertically, whichever you prefer. This is perfect for chore charts, meal planning, kids homework and activity schedules, doctor appointments.. etc.

I love that even though it’s a thin sheet, the dry-erase markers come all the way off. Usually with thin sheets, the markers smear or don’t come all the way off. I can start a new week every week without the worry that it’s going to turn into one giant mess.



Post-it® Grip Board helps me keep my important papers from being discarded. They aren’t just laying around in random spots, stuff being piled on top of them. They are in full view so I don’t miss an appointment or meeting with the kids’ teachers.


The grip board can be mounted anywhere, I added mine right beside my calendar. It has extra durable adhesive Command™ picture hanging strips. The board can be mounted horizontally or vertically, whichever works best for you. I just wanted to use it for quick reminders, so I didn’t need it for larger papers.

The grip board includes 1 board per pack in warm grey metallic, with 1 pad which has 25 sheets of Post-it® Full Adhesive Notes. This would also be great for coupons, grocery lists, to-do lists and so much more.

 Post-it® Cat Pop-up Notes Dispenser helps keep my notes within reach while also being very adorable. Who could resist NOT looking at this adorable white kitten with bright 3 in. x 3 in. accordion style post-it notes. It comes with 1 pad of post-it notes and is available in 3 different colors; orange (above), pink, and lime green.



It’s very useful and helps me stay on top of things I may have otherwise forgotten. I need to write myself little reminders every now and then. We all know the “I’ll remember that later, I don’t have to write it down” thoughts NEVER work out so well. That’s why I am glad to have this little cutie at my fingertips!


The Post-it® Binder Tabs keep me organized for obvious reasons. Of course, there are other binder tabs, but they can’t compare to these. The others are non-sticky, where these are sticky back. They can be put straight on paper, in a book to keep a place, or in your binder.

I used these in my blog binder to separate the different subjects I write about; blogging, beauty, D.I.Y. I can now easily flip to that part of my binder to write down ideas as they come. I don’t have random papers inside that might not ever be seen otherwise. Everything looks so amazing and is grouped accordingly! Genius.


I also added these to my file folders. This was a very easy and inexpensive way to sort the different ideas I have as well. That was my main problem, I had papers EVERYWHERE. I would get an idea and jot it in my notebook and then forget all about it.

Post-it® Binder Tabs help to keep your binder organized. Unlike divider sheets with attached tabs, creating subject sections in your binder is flexible and easy with these writeable and repositionable 2-inch tabs.

Do you need to organize your workspace? How would these products help you out?

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-Jessica

Guided Products Review: Eco-Friendly Back to School Supplies

Have you ever walked down a store aisle, where all the products were different colors of the same thing and were made overseas from plastic? If so, expect to see Guided products in that aisle soon, kicking tail. If you make products on that shelf now, it’s time to rumble.

Guided Products are shooting up in the Eco-Friendly Office Supply niche. They develop their products with the consumers in mind, not just themselves. Sure they could be like all the other Binder companies making their products of cheap plastic and charge an arm and a leg for them.

Sure they could do this, but they don’t. Their standards are higher than that. They think about the planet that we are leaving to our children. Do you realize that those plastic binders end up in the landfill and take 5-10 years to fully break down? Guided products are made from recycled cardboard and after you use them, can be recycled AGAIN! That’s what matters to me!

Guided Products was nice enough to send me the back to school essentials which consist of:

• 1.5" ReBinder Select
• Binder comes with tab dividers and RePouch insert
• RePocket recycled pocket presentation folder
• ReWrite recycled Journal 8x10 Graph
• ReWrite recycled Journal 5x8 Ruled
• ReWrite recycled Journal 3.5x5.5 Blank
• iPad or Kindle Case

The first product I want to tell you about, of course, is the biggest. The 1.5” Rebinder Select. Just because the Guided Products selection of products are recycled doesn’t mean they are weak. FAR from it actually! They are 10x stronger and more durable than the regular plastic binders that are floating around today in my opinion.

I would have much rather had the Rebinder Select when I was in school instead of the plastic ones. These are made of solid chipboard that is 100 points thick, which is almost a 10th of an inch. It would take a TON of pressure to break the front or back off these binders, which I love.

As a writer and researcher I have (too) many binders in my house. I love learning and collecting information about all of my interests and hobbies. I always separate these interests by putting different subjects in different binders. SO, I know all about what I need and want in a binder.

The 1.5" ReBinder Select has the capacity to hold 300 pages. It is made out of super-thick, 100 pt chipboard. It is designed to withstand just about anything. It is very high quality, sturdy, and rugged,  It holds up amazingly under stress, unlike the plastic binders were all known to use. I don’t know how many times I’ve had the front rip off of a plastic binder and leave my work exposed.

I’m pretty sure the hulk would be the only one able to rip this baby apart. It’s rough and tough, can take a tumble, and will definitely last a long time. They are undeniably able to survive my constant flip, flip, flipping through all the pages. Reading this, highlighting that, adding notes to something I forgot.

I love the fact that I can just flip it open, find a page and start writing. Usually (with the plastic binders) I have to write whatever it is I want to write and THEN put it in the binder after it’s written. This is because the binders are so close together that when I try and write on a page it rips it at the hole punches.

I also adore the fact that I can design the cover, the back, and even the insides however I want. With the plastic binders you can’t do this. You can design sheets of paper or construction paper and insert them in the plastic sleeve, but it just isn’t the same! I love the way my pen will flow across the cover without any problems!

Get Yours: 1.5” Rebinder Select $7.99

Each binder also comes with it’s very own Repouch folder insert and 5 tab dividers. Usually you have to buy these separate , so them being included is already a plus. They are both made of the same recycled corrugated cardboard as the binder, they are just a little thinner.

I also love the fact that they are easy to customize however you want. The plastic tabs and folders aren’t so customizable, especially the tabs. The plastic tabs usually come with white overlay stickers. I don’t know about you but it’s extremely difficult for me to write on those stickers.

It either makes my writing extremely hard to read or my handwriting won’t fit. It won’t fit because a pen doesn’t usually show up too well and I have to end up using a sharpie. I’m glad that I can write on these without a problem, and I can actually read it later on.

Get Yours: Repouch folder insert $1.20 and 5 tab dividers $2.29

I also received a Repocket Presentation Folder. This is loved for the same reasons. The strength of the cardboard is 5x stronger than a normal folder. The customization factor- I can draw on it with markers, crayons, or pens. I can tape or decoupage pictures and/or magazine collages to every available space.

This folder is a presentation folder so it doesn’t contain the 3 ring holes that allow it to attach inside a binder. It does stand up amazingly when just slipped inside the binder. The other folders usually bend a little at the top, rip a little, or become frayed. This ones doesn’t, it fit rights inside without a problem!

It’s perfect for keeping all your notes together for a presentation, school, or work. It holds up to 20 pages on each side, so it could also be used as a bill organizer, weekly recipe round-up, or your kids lesson plans (for teaching them afterschool).

The Rewrite recycled Journal 8x10 Graph & Rewrite Recycled Journal Ruled are much of the same yet different. They both look like a cardboard version of the standard Composition books. The Graph Journal would be amazing for a math/algebra class or drawing something that needed to be straight and precise.

The Lined Journal is exactly like a regular composition notebook except the cover is blank instead of it already being designed for you. You can use this as a regular notebook, journal, or list maker.. it’s all up to you. The cover slides back easily though where a composition book doesn’t. It makes it hard to write on the left hand side if the cover doesn’t fold back all the way.

Get you One: 8x10 Recycled Notebook $3.00 a piece

The Rewrite Memo Recycled Notebook 3.5x5.5 is a blank notebook that is the size of a small pocket planner. You can easily slip this inside your purse, jeans pocket, or coat pocket to take it with you where ever you go!

I slip this inside my purse and use it as an inspiration journal. I don’t have a certain theme in mind when I start writing. I use it for blog post inspiration, story inspiration, quote inspiration, and as my craft project inspiration. It’s extremely handy to be able to write down a thought as soon as it pops out rather than forgetting it before I have a chance to write it down!

They also sent me a Cardboard Kindle Fire HD case. It is made of the same recycled corrugated cardboard that the binders and everything else is made of. It’s extremely strong and durable and holds up the tablet well.

It has a kickstand on the back, which is amazing. The Kickstand makes it easy to prop it up and play a game or read a book, take notes, or watch a video. It is all right on hand which makes it awesome!

Get YOURS: Cardboard Kindle Fire HD case $6.67

 

 

Get the Entire Guided Green Office Supply Sample Pack $24.99

Contents per Case: 14-piece recycled office supplies kit includes one of each of the following eco-friendly Guided products:

• .5" ReBinder Select
• 1" ReBinder Original
• 1.5" ReBinder Select
• 3 sheets ReBinder Label System for each binder
• RePouch Slash Pocket Folder Insert
• ReTab 5-Tab Divider Set
• RePocket Folder
• ReSleeve View CD Sleeve
• RePlay CD Case
• ReBadge Holder
• ReWrite Mini 5" x 8" lined paper notebook
• ReBound - covers for comb binding

 

Connect with Guided Products online:

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Jessica Renee

 

Poppin Lime Green Deskset Review: Color your Office Happy!

As a freelance writer/blogger who works exclusively from home, I need color in my life. I want my office to reflect who I am and what I like. Poppin believes that the happier you are with your surroundings, the more work you will accomplish!

You should definitely be surrounded by beautiful objects on a daily basis. Not only does it truly brighten your spirits but it inspires from within and makes the work environment inviting. When you feel invited in by your workspace, you’ll actually spend more time there.

I am obsessed with office products and supplies. I was instantly infatuated when I seen the amazing range of colors Poppin had in every single product on their website. Poppin is stock full of people who also adore color and office supplies and successfully merged them together!

They also have a crazy passion for filing cabinets, desk organization, and office supplies. They have definitely changed the way people think about work! Poppin has a wide variety of modern office supplies in so many beautiful colors, to match the style and décor within your office.

I love the fact that you can shop by color! If you have a favorite color that you’d like to see around your office, you can buy everything in one color. If you’d like to switch it up and add contrasting or complementary colors, you can do that too. OR you can just go all out and add a rainbow of colors! Shop by desktop, furniture, organization and more. How awesome is that?

 

When I seen the Desktop Organization sets, I knew that this is what I needed to stay organized and add my favorite color to my home office! As you all know Lime Green is my favorite color, so when I seen that they had EVERYTHING in lime, I was super excited!

I ended up getting the Lime Green Desktop Set. It comes with 2 Inboxes; Accessory Tray; Pen Cup; and 1 box of Lime Green Signature Ballpoint pens. The Lime inboxes are not only beautiful but extremely helpful in keeping me organized. They can be stacked ay way that suits your needs and organization style.  The letter trays are designed to hold up to 300 pieces of paper.

The accessory tray is an amazing asset to the letter trays. It gives that extra space that we all crave in out offices. It can and will hold anything you want to put in it and look good doing it! They can be stacked on top of the letter trays or off to the side, however you want it, It’s all up to you.

The pen cup has two organization compartments. You can put pens in one side, pencils in the other so that you can just reach over and grab whatever you have the feel for at the moment. You won’t have to search and search for a pen anymore!

Lastly, the Lime Signature Ball Point Pens have a modern designed metal clip that really sets these pens apart from any regular ballpoint pen. The quality of these pens are simply superb, which really surprised me. Usually when I get ballpoint pens in bulk that are non-name brand they scratch the page and don’t write very well.

When I use these pens they glide right across the page without any glitches!  As a writer, a pen is a daily tool in my life. I have to have a pen that isn’t only reliable but comfortable as well. My thoughts flow, and my pen follows. I don’t have to sit and tap my pen over and over because it has skipped out on me.

When that happens I could lose my inspiration, train of thought, and word flow. I don’t have to worry about that with these pens. They roll on and never hesitate to pull through. A box of these beautiful pens contain 12 each, so I know I’m good for at least a little while!

If your office needs a makeover, you should definitely check out Poppin Office Products.

Buy it: Poppin Desk Set $51

Connect with them online: You can also find them on Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest.

 

 

Jessica Renee