Madison recently posted a survey on social media asking our friends and followers: what topics are you interested in hearing more about? The resounding result was design, home remodeling, and organization. We are happy to share our tips and tricks on the subject.

One of my favorite things about the season is receiving greeting cards and warm wishes from our friends, family, and clients. It is such a joy to get a bunch of mail sharing photos and life updates---what a special tradition! I have kept cards over the years and I take the time to reminisce each year when we take down the decorations.

Although attractive, a minimal lifestyle is hard for me. I come from a very long line of family who saves and stores everything. I cannot bare to toss the holiday cards at the end of the season. It's just not in my DNA.

For those of you who like to do the same, but strive to live minimally, I have found two methods that work:

1. The String: At the beginning of the season hang a string in my entryway using some twine and command hooks. Then as the cards come in I receive cards I punch a hole in the top right corner and using a small mini S-hook I display them. Here is a quick link to the S hooks. Here is a quick link to the command hooks.

1. The Box: I now use a cardboard memory box that's divided up by year. I take the cards from the season and file them in the box. It is a clean and efficient way to store them in a special way. Here is a quick link to my favorite boxes.

It's so nostalgic to pull out the cards from many years back. And despite my kids wanting me to purge more–they enjoy the look back through the memories.

Cheers,
Regina