tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post9177507493459216423..comments2024-03-18T03:03:42.559-05:00Comments on IHeart Organizing: Cord Organization: Tips & TricksIHeart Organizinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05084013302005288836noreply@blogger.comBlogger27125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-9006563180148561032017-01-17T16:49:20.065-06:002017-01-17T16:49:20.065-06:00Great tip and product! Thank you for sharing Teri!...Great tip and product! Thank you for sharing Teri!!IHeart Organizinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05084013302005288836noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-22578046453356277822017-01-17T12:35:01.269-06:002017-01-17T12:35:01.269-06:00I just found this post and wanted to share somethi...I just found this post and wanted to share something that I use instead of the Velcro ties. Velcro plant ties! http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006MYBURA You can cut them to the exact length you need which is perfect for bulkier cords. It used to only come in a roll of green, but I see that they make it in pink and yellow too. Terihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03119139590876200354noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-2997050593112799782016-09-23T18:59:44.510-05:002016-09-23T18:59:44.510-05:00Great post- certainly something we can ALL relate ...Great post- certainly something we can ALL relate to! This makes me want to tackle mine, and trust me- that has been the LAST thing on my priority list! Thanks for the inspiration :) Now I need a label maker like that!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03772664409250624866noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-14316281970005757352016-09-22T18:39:34.576-05:002016-09-22T18:39:34.576-05:00Hi Riley,
Our power strip as two holes beneath it...Hi Riley,<br /><br />Our power strip as two holes beneath it to accommodate mounting with the screws, and then we added one more screw on the exterior of the strip to prevent it from shifting or falling when plugging/unplugging in the cords. Here is another image: http://i917.photobucket.com/albums/ad14/iheartorganizing/Blog%20Photos/Power_Strip_Screw_zpszq0wkvrc.png<br /><br />Not all power strips are designed for this type of mounting, but you may be able to lock them in with screws on either end (not through the power strip) and pair with an industrial grade velcro to achieve the same effect.IHeart Organizinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05084013302005288836noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-28604574600570271902016-09-22T17:26:47.884-05:002016-09-22T17:26:47.884-05:00Hi Jen, i loved the post, kisses from Brazil. You ...Hi Jen, i loved the post, kisses from Brazil. You are such an inspiration for me. In the future, when I have my house i'll do just like you, with love and dedication :)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15553793739534777341noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-14374734241606965802016-09-21T10:12:53.780-05:002016-09-21T10:12:53.780-05:00How do you use screws to anchor the power strip? ...How do you use screws to anchor the power strip? Does your strip have some type of "bump-out" on each end to accommodate the screw hole? None of my strips have any way to attach screws so am wondering if I am just buying the wrong type of power strip, or if there is a way to use screws with standard strips and I'm just not smart enough to see it.Rileyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06020259865951405426noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-44228848725749963532016-09-19T16:09:59.484-05:002016-09-19T16:09:59.484-05:00Hi Patrice,
I just used a standard roll of vinyl ...Hi Patrice,<br /><br />I just used a standard roll of vinyl that is typically intended for craft cutting machines. I find it on Amazon, Silhouette and Expressions Vinyl.<br /><br />JenIHeart Organizinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05084013302005288836noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-13863920393158664992016-09-18T12:33:04.948-05:002016-09-18T12:33:04.948-05:00I used the 3M cord clips (or maybe the were Christ...I used the 3M cord clips (or maybe the were Christmas light clips) to clip the electric cords from lamps down the posts of a book shelf so I did not have to see them. These are great.KJhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02839682837427981888noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-17431242289869140672016-09-16T22:44:29.099-05:002016-09-16T22:44:29.099-05:00What vinyl did you use?What vinyl did you use?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09914485820348034719noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-31942639872044476392016-09-16T12:37:22.379-05:002016-09-16T12:37:22.379-05:00How have I lived for so (Very!) long without knowi...How have I lived for so (Very!) long without knowing I could put earbuds in those little Q-Tips cases. Genius!!! I love that one. I might have thrown out some Q-tips just so I could use the case right away. Thanks Jen - loved the post!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04979791217365634394noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-90139154531004986662016-09-16T00:38:29.752-05:002016-09-16T00:38:29.752-05:00I wish these worked for me. My desk has a glass to...I wish these worked for me. My desk has a glass top, so everything is on a display :-(dropofrainhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05714492852801707328noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-90533916506696129982016-09-15T16:00:20.803-05:002016-09-15T16:00:20.803-05:00I am back with some photos for you. :)
http://i91...I am back with some photos for you. :)<br /><br />http://i917.photobucket.com/albums/ad14/iheartorganizing/Blog%20Photos/Organized_Cords_Behind_Computer_zpswgdugtp9.jpg<br /><br />http://i917.photobucket.com/albums/ad14/iheartorganizing/Blog%20Photos/Organized_Cords_Under_Desk_zpsm1o1otvc.jpgIHeart Organizinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05084013302005288836noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-72785886098909880312016-09-15T09:35:17.032-05:002016-09-15T09:35:17.032-05:00Thanks for the great tips!
There's another ...Thanks for the great tips! <br /><br />There's another way to attach those velcro straps, so that they stay attached to the charger. Before gathering/folding up the charger cord, wrap the velcro around the cord and feed the velcro through its slot, so that it's tight around the single length of cord. Then you can gather/fold up the cord and wrap the velcro around the whole bundle. <br /><br />That way, the Velcro is permanently attached to the cord. In our house, I would lose the velcro while the charge was in use if I didn’t do this! <br /><br />Always great inspiration on your blog, Jen. Thanks!<br />Sam's momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16762278988670120823noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-73064143145888399632016-09-15T00:07:06.823-05:002016-09-15T00:07:06.823-05:00Absolutely Diana! The power strip is attached with...Absolutely Diana! The power strip is attached with two small screws on each end, but I have also used heavy duty velcro in the past without any issues. And yes, the cords are gathered with some of the cable ties mentioned above, and then clipped up. I don't have a photo of the back of the computer handy at the moment, but will update you with some shots tomorrow (and link them right here).<br /><br />Thanks so much!IHeart Organizinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05084013302005288836noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-19049580882165050002016-09-15T00:03:56.472-05:002016-09-15T00:03:56.472-05:00Great suggestion, I will have to remember that dow...Great suggestion, I will have to remember that down the road! Thank you so much for the tip Marianne!IHeart Organizinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05084013302005288836noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-45241014818055021342016-09-15T00:02:46.306-05:002016-09-15T00:02:46.306-05:00Hello!
The font is called Magnolia Sky and can be...Hello!<br /><br />The font is called Magnolia Sky and can be downloaded for free here: http://www.dafont.com/magnolia-sky.font<br />IHeart Organizinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05084013302005288836noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-8017726550395704862016-09-15T00:01:52.886-05:002016-09-15T00:01:52.886-05:00Thanks Stacy! I have gone through a couple pairs o...Thanks Stacy! I have gone through a couple pairs of earbuds over the last few years, and these particular ones are from Amazon: http://amzn.to/2cfYBCJ. They are alright, you pretty much get what you pay for as they aren't too pricey.<br /><br />xoxo!IHeart Organizinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05084013302005288836noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-24005125754527625202016-09-14T23:00:11.802-05:002016-09-14T23:00:11.802-05:00Wait a sec... Love all this, and I have questions!...Wait a sec... Love all this, and I have questions! Can you tell us how you got that power strip attached under your desk? And do you coil all the cords up under there somehow?<br /><br />And also, is there a picture of the USB keyboard cord gathered up behind the computer, as mentioned (but not seen?) <br /><br />I'm RIGHT in the middle of cord organization under my home office desk, so am completely in need of guidance! Thanks for all you do -- your tips are SO inspiring! <br />xo diana<br />Diggerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14395707775810162136noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-84776722174437203652016-09-14T22:11:09.516-05:002016-09-14T22:11:09.516-05:00Another item to add to your list of cord storage: ...Another item to add to your list of cord storage: I love using elastic hair bands and hair ties. I get them in a variety of colors too. The hair ties are best for cords that you use a lot as the knot makes it easy to pull off the cord. They both work great, cheap, and are very neat.<br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12140456768595749855noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-14892427505123356542016-09-14T19:13:53.477-05:002016-09-14T19:13:53.477-05:00OK, totally random question... but what is the bru...OK, totally random question... but what is the brush stroke font you use for some of the lettering (namely in this post, "shop this post", and "organization" in the cord organization magenta circle at the top? -are they the same???) Are these particular ones yours, or did you download it off a site? Thanks for the great ideas and so beautifully done, too!proudmom65https://www.blogger.com/profile/03651828353105991519noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-80248229097011660972016-09-14T16:12:57.913-05:002016-09-14T16:12:57.913-05:00Jen, can you give me the deets on your earbuds, pl...Jen, can you give me the deets on your earbuds, please? After losing mine and using my son's earmuff-size headphones for the last year, I'm desperate for some sweet and all mine. Thanks in advance! Love your site and these tips.stacy muszynskihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11654563522913004344noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-78130599481907985632016-09-14T14:41:12.435-05:002016-09-14T14:41:12.435-05:00Ah yes! That's my favorite part of this label ...Ah yes! That's my favorite part of this label maker, it uses a clear tape that prints gold. So much prettier than standard label tape. ♥<br /><br />I typically purchase a new cartridge about once/year from Amazon, but I just looked and they don't seem to be available right now. (here is the link in case it is a short term low inventory fluke: http://amzn.to/2cf65Gi).IHeart Organizinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05084013302005288836noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-54891840307103616692016-09-14T14:21:14.606-05:002016-09-14T14:21:14.606-05:00ok WAIT. GOLD label maker font? How? Is this speci...ok WAIT. GOLD label maker font? How? Is this specific to your label maker or can the cartridge fit any label maker?<br />by Carolinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02516313415450274208noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-6757342232697088492016-09-14T14:09:02.197-05:002016-09-14T14:09:02.197-05:00Cord tangle is the bane of my life so this is supe...Cord tangle is the bane of my life so this is super useful - thank you!<br /><br />- Natalie<br />www.workovereasy.comAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00866614842161515431noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-7921538071406105982016-09-14T08:38:22.338-05:002016-09-14T08:38:22.338-05:00I am off to my local Joann's store to get some...I am off to my local Joann's store to get some velcro cord holders. And I'm going to label those suckers too! Thanks for the inspiration.Patriciahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03770379168166199011noreply@blogger.com