Spring has sprung and I am happy and blessed to say that I am staying consistently busy, thanks to all the wonderful contacts and relationships I have worked hard for over the past 19 years as a designer with Hands-On Woodworking.  One of my current projects is outfitting all the closets for a Clancy & Theys project called The Cherokee.  The Cherokee is a 20 unit condominium building on the corner of Cherokee Rd. and Fenton Place.  They start in the $900,000 range.  The job has been going smoothly and it's encouraging to see folks purchasing new construction in that price range.

1. Let Hands-On replace all that wire shelving with a cost-effective, solid shelving and panel system. Items such as mementos and collectible figurines will be less likely to fall through the shelving as well as minimize little fingers getting caught in the spaces.

1. The first step in closet design is to define your needs. Hands-On provides FREE in-home consultation for your project. We will measure the length of hanging clothes, count sweaters and shoes all in order to provide adequate storage for specific needs. Open shelving provides easy access and helps organize clothing and slanted shelves are great for shoe storage.

Offices need a clear work area, and that means providing adequate space for computer hardware and peripheral equipment, a spot for reference materials, file space and a location for frequently used supplies. It's usually not possible to walk into your local office supply store and find a quality product that meets all your needs.

This week did you fumble through kitchen drawers trying to find scissors, a can opener or utensil? If this is a frequent occurrence, then it is time to get organized. With a plan of attack in addition to some Hands-On Woodworking accessory add-ons, you can be sure to alleviate some of the stress in your kitchen.