The sun is staying out longer. The days are getting warmer. If you live in a place where your winter boots are no longer a necessity, it's time to start updating your closet with appropriate clothing. This means you'll have to start putting away your heavier clothing...
I have spent the last three and a half years making my current house into a home for myself and all my guests, but the time has come for me to move on and sell my first home. So I think to myself, and I imagine others do too, “Where do I start?” The first step to...
There are many reasons for downsizing. Some people are moving to a smaller space to save money, others are moving into a smaller space after their children have left home, but whatever the reason the one thing that stays the same is downsizing means a smaller space....
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You've been friends. You've dated. Now, you're ready to—gulp—move in together. Cohabiting is a big step. It might not seem like it since you've probably spent the majority of your time at one or the other person's home. But, joining your living arrangements can create...
Is your linen closet a disaster? Do you have piles of wadded-up sheets and towels hanging off the shelves with set-in wrinkles? It's probably time to go through your linens, fold items properly, and put them away so that they don't attract dust, silverfish or moths....
Photos often hold great sentimental value. Even though you may not have enough table space to display all of the pictures you love, you still want to hold onto them for decades, maybe even your whole life! What is the best way to store photos? In this post we will...
Even though winter is almost over, some areas are still experiencing freezing temperatures, snow and ice. With the combination of extreme cold and wind chill, the winter months are especially hard on pipes. Even the smallest of cracks in a pipe can cause your home to...
Decluttering before a move can save you time and hassle, not to mention money. It can be an emotional process though, especially when you are already going through so much change. I've found that many times I hold onto things, not because I want them, but...
Fall sports are starting to wrap up. My son just played his last fall football game, and his friends are finishing their fall soccer and volleyball seasons. I realized many years ago that gear is usually good for more than one season if properly cleaned and stored. If...
Summer is winding down and hopefully, with our help, you were able to spend your summer getting organized with our summer organization series. After your takeover, you're probably feeling productive and proud of yourself, as you should be! It’s important not to throw...
If you've been following our organization series and doing your “homework,” then your home is probably looking pretty neat and clutter-free. Now, it's time to plan a successful yard sale! And here are some handy tips to make your yard sale a booming success! Involve...