The home office tends to be the “junk drawer” of the house. If you don't keep an eye on it, you'll have a collection of clutter that could scare someone on the TV show “Hoarders.” But follow the simple guidelines below and you'll have your home office whipped into...
Once you've completed your move and you’re unpacked and settled in, you may begin to wonder what to do with all of the leftover moving supplies you’ve collected in the process. If you know someone moving soon who could use them, then that's great. But, if you don’t,...
This week we feature some of our favorite U.S.A made moving products, in honor of Independence Day, and our undying support for all things American! The Fourth of July is a day to celebrate the birth of our great country and be thankful for the freedoms we have been...
Packing up your moving truck and heading to another state can be an exciting and memorable experience. Spending hours at a time driving, however, can be tiring. Even though you may be spending a full day or more in your U-Haul, you don’t have to forego exercising....
As you prepare to pack up the moving truck and head toward your new home, it’s important to spend time planning the snacks you will take with you for the road. Once the hunger pangs strike, you may be far from any version of health food and only have the option of...
There are so many things to take care of when you move—packing, reserving a truck, and coordinating moving help. Changing your address may be the last thing on your mind. But this list will help you prioritize which companies to notify prior to your move and which...
Have you heard about Pinterest? It's a “virtual pinboard” that combines social media, photo sharing and bookmarking. Pinterest allows you to organize your interests and share them with the world. Anything that you find on the web, or any pictures you upload, can be...
I came across a story recently about a clock shop in Hannibal, Missouri that’s refurbishing an old grandfather clock that belonged to the family of Laura Hawkins. She was Mark Twain’s childhood sweetheart and served as the inspiration for Becky Thatcher in The...
I know that many places didn't get very much snow this winter, but that doesn't mean you can't build a snowman! If you have some extra boxes and packing peanuts after your last move, you can have some moving fun! With a little bit of glue, a marker and creativity you...
With the gift-giving season upon us, you may be looking for creative ways to wrap your Christmas, Hanukkah or Kwanzaa gifts. The video below has some great ideas for creative ways to use your leftover moving and packing supplies. You'll see how to create memorable...
Good Housekeeping came up with a list of the most useless Christmas gifts people have received. Air Freshener Fruitcake Ugly Sweater Cleaning Supplies Wrinkle Cream Exercise Gear Voodoo Doll So this Christmas, how about giving a gift that no one receives, but...
How many boxes do I need to move? When you are planning on moving, this is an important question to ask. The answer depends on how much stuff you have. It will vary depending on how many people and the size of your home. An apartment may take only around 20 boxes,...