Entries by SusanJane Sage

Do It Yourself: Fancy Chalkboard Graphics

Have you ever wondered how restaurants have those gorgeous black boards with all the graphics on them? You can get those gorgeous fonts and graphics at home by following these simple steps! Here’s what you’ll need: Graphic (Your Choice; Best Printed From a Computer) Mechanical PencilChalk (Any Color(s) of Your Choice) Paint Brush A Small […]

On The Road Again: Don’t Forget Your Emergency Kit!

Whether you’re going on a road trip, camping or sending your children off to college you should make sure that you or they have an emergency kit for those unforeseen circumstances. To make this task easier we’ve put together a list of items to help you put your kit together. Cell Phone/Charger Flashlight/Extra Batteries First […]

Top 10 Camping Must Haves

Ever get that feeling when you leave on a holiday that you’ve forgotten something at home? Besides the basics (tent, sleeping bags, pillows etc.) follow our staff’s top 10 list for things to bring with you camping so you don’t forget those little things again! Bug Spray, Sunscreen and After Bite Be prepared for the […]

Spring Has Sprung!

It’s that time of year again, that “To Do” list is a mile long and it’s time to start crossing things off. Unfortunately, this task can seem very intimidating especially if you aren’t sure where to start or what to do. Here are a few ideas that our staff uses to aide them in their […]

Make Your Move Stress Free With Portable Storage!

Want to take some of the stress and hassle out of moving and renovating? Don’t want the hassle of renting and loading a trailer? Portable storage could be the answer to minimizing the stress of these life changing events. Load it up when you have the time then we can take it to another location […]

Renovations-Changes For The Soul

Hi Everyone! At Drayton Valley Storage we love change; it’s good for the mind, body and soul. We would like to thank you through all the noise in the background here for your understanding and patience while we renovate our office. We are looking forward to unveiling our new office to you when it is […]

What is LOVE?

When we say we LOVE our customers, what do we consider LOVE to be? LOVE is making that same cup of hot chocolate every month to a gentleman who beams beyond belief when his beverage is made for him with a left over candy cane in there for his “minty” taste. He pays his bill […]

3 Ways to Cut Clutter on a Budget

Here are a few ideas that members of our staff use to organize in their own homes by using items that you have around the house or something you can purchase at your local Dollar Store! Ladies! Are your bathroom counters ridden with various makeup and brushes? Here’s an easy way to organize without spending […]

Packing or Storing: Tips For Your Move

When you’re moving everything is so stressful and chaotic. Make the move a little easier with these helpful tips. Use uniform size boxes when possible. This makes boxes easier and safer to stack whether going from the vehicle into your new home or into a storage unit for safe keeping. Label boxes on all sides […]