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9+ Motivational Quotes for College Dorm Decor
Each year, I focus on back-to-school success for younger and college students. This year, I am starting out with something different. Motivational Quotes help us all get perspective on our lives. As parents, we want to help our college students succeed and work past the pressures that come with going off to college. Motivational quotes […]
15 Unique Closet Items to Toss Right Now
After the bathroom, your closet is next. If some of your clothes live in drawers or other rooms, check those spots too - this list still applies. Closets are easy to avoid because they're packed with small stuff: belts, jewelry, and a dozen odds and ends you forgot you owned. In 2026, a fast closet […]
How to Make a Basement Laundry Room Closet Organized
Some people have beautiful laundry rooms, while others have laundry closets located on the side of a guest room or in a basement that are not as visually appealing. I have a laundry closet, but I wish I had a laundry room. To make my laundry closet more organized and visually appealing, I completed the […]
Upcycled Napkin Decoupage OUI Glass Yogurt Jar and How to Organize With It
If you love those charming little glass Oui yogurt jars as much as I do, you know how hard it is to throw them away. They are the perfect size for storage, but plain glass doesn't always match your home decor. With a beautiful decorative napkin, some Satin Mod Podge, and a little bit of […]
The Ultimate Cruise Packing List Everyone Needs
Soon, we are going on a week-long cruise. We haven't been on a cruise in over 15 years. Wow, it's been a while. So, to prepare for the trip with my family (a total of 4 people), I started researching what to bring for this "relaxing cruise." So, of course, I had to create one and share […]
How to Make Fun Sock Stuffed Favor Gifts for Your Next Party
Party favor gifts are an excellent way to show how much you appreciate your guests. You can gift guests many favors when they come to your home. I thought this was easy to make, and everyone enjoyed the uniqueness. Plus, it did not generate trash for the guests. I love to make favor gifts for […]
The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything (Free Worksheet Inside)
Have you ever wondered if you can truly change your mindset? While researching this topic, I found a book that changed how I think about growth: Mindset, The New Psychology of Success, by Carol S. Dweck, Ph.D. She breaks down the difference between a fixed mindset and a growth mindset, and once you see it, […]
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Great College Student Assignment and Note-Taking Apps (Updated for 2026)
During college, students need to manage many tasks, assignments, and obligations. It can get overwhelming. Many students want to make their school year easier, and to do that, they need to manage their schedule more effectively. If they want to do it digitally, a level of planning needs to take place before classes even start. […]
DIY Votive Candle Makeover: From Trash to Treasure
Don't toss out those empty glass candle holders! With a little bit of twine and Mod Podge glue, you can transform old votives into beautiful, functional storage containers that add warmth and texture to any space. Here is a simple step-by-step DIY Votive Candle Makeover guide to upcycling your empty glass votives into stylish organizational […]
How to Easily Pack for a Shore Vacation Without Stress
Going to the shore in the summer is a fun time, especially if you love spending time near the ocean. I'm not a beach person and have had issues with sun poisoning in the past, so I have to watch how much sun I get exposed to in the summer. However, we recently decided to take […]
DIY Freshman Year Reference Binder
As a parent, you may feel nervous when your college freshman leaves for school. It's a new and changing world for them and you. With all the information bombarding students, it can be overwhelming to keep track of everything when needed. Today, I am going to share with you a DIY Freshman Year Reference Binder […]
15 Fantastic Teenager Bedroom Organization Ideas that Actually Work
A teenager's room can easily look like a tornado hit it, and as a parent, you're tired of the daily fight to clean and organize it. I understand. I've worked with moms who are exhausted from nagging about the same messy bedroom, the same overflowing desk, the same piles of clothes. The problem isn't your […]
How to Create an Attractive Armoire Room Divider
I created another room divider a few years ago to separate my office from my family room. The room was long and narrow with plenty of doors and other obstacles. The only way I could create a wall was to put one in the middle of the room myself, instead of building one, which would […]
24 Useful Items For Your Family's Organized Car
I organized my car again, and I shared my tips in my blog post: 6 Great Ideas To Organize The Car. It has helped tremendously in those trouble spots in my vehicle. But what about the other items? And how should I organize them? Today, I am sharing with you my family's car organization stuff that […]
How Long to Keep Tax Records and How to Organize Them
A common question is, "How long should I keep my tax records (paperwork)?" While each person's situation is different, these tips will help you decide what you can get rid of. Read on to figure out your position. I would always side with the more conservative number of years when keeping my tax paperwork, usually […]
How to Organize Memorabilia and Keepsakes (Step-by-Step Challenge)
How much memorabilia (keepsakes) do you have in your home? Are they stored in boxes in your closet or displayed in cabinets? I challenge you to get these items reduced by at least half. Do you think that is impossible? Follow along and take these first steps in organizing memorabilia. Whether the memorabilia is […]
30 Essential Dorm Room Products to Keep Students Organized and On Time
Getting ready for college is one of the most exciting (and overwhelming) transitions you and your student will experience. I know this firsthand. I moved myself into my own dorm room years ago, and I've since helped both my son and daughter do the same. The one thing I've learned through all of it? Being […]
55 Organizing Lessons I've Learned in 55 Years
This month, I turn 55. And like any good professional organizer, I couldn't just celebrate without reflecting, sorting, and making a list. I've been organizing people's homes and lives since 1997, and before that, I was organizing my own bedroom as a kid with immigrant parents who were brilliant entrepreneurs, but let's just say, organizing […]
Essential Products For a Well Organized Craft Room
Do you love crafting and using your hands to create beautiful things? As a fellow crafter, I understand the struggle of keeping all your supplies organized and easily accessible. But fear not, there is a solution! Creating a dedicated craft room, regardless of size, can significantly improve your productivity and creativity. I recently transformed my […]
12 Essential Container Types For Your Next Organizing Projects
Many container types are available to buy these days. From dollar store finds to expensive boxes at an organizing store, different container types can help for various purposes. You can use individual containers for the refrigerator, but other bins wouldn't work in the fridge. Some can be stored in the basement, but others will develop […]
Amazing Books for College Freshman Anxiety
Moving away from home, managing a completely new schedule, and trying to find your crowd can definitely send freshman anxiety into overdrive. If you're looking for support, there are some great books for college freshman anxiety that can help with this transition. It is a massive transition, but you are far from the first person […]
How to Change a Tin Can into a Marker Bin
Tin cans are super easy to repurpose. But instead of just using them to organize small things in your home, how about making them pretty? Here is how I transformed a tin can into a marker bin. Follow along and try it yourself. You can easily use these repurposed cans for your home office, college dorm […]
How To Easily Clean Your Grill - The Complete Guide
How often do you clean your grill? Once a season, or twice a season, or never? Here is my complete guide to easily cleaning your grill. We do this a few times a season, and it helps with flare-ups and improves the flavor of the food we grill. We usually clean the grill at the […]
Last-Minute Gift Ideas for Dad (That He'll Actually Use!)
Oh no, is Father's Day (or Dad's birthday) sneaking up on you? Trust me, you're not alone! Life gets busy, and sometimes the best of us end up scrambling at the last minute for a gift that means something. Guess what, you don't have to settle for a generic card or a gas station gift […]
Road Trip Food Safety Tips Every Family Needs to Know
Each summer, long road trips come with some challenges. One is how to keep food safe for everyone to eat after a few hours of driving in the hot, sticky weather. This summer, we are planning a road trip, and when researching how to take food with us, I came across these products from Amazon (affiliate). […]
How I Organized a Messy Boy's Bedroom in Just 2 Hours
Over the years, I have written a lot about organizing kids' rooms. Recently, I worked with a client to arrange a boy's room. The room was quite a mess, and there wasn't a place for many of the things the boy played with. Boys' bedrooms are often easier than girls' rooms, but they still need […]
The Most Important Things to Keep in Your Linen Closet
Are you doing some organizing this week? Don't forget your linen closet! This area is one that many of my clients seem to put aside and forget to do. This will leave their family and their home disorganized. You may not want to, but this smaller closet space will help you get your morning routine […]
Wooden Shadow Box Makeover with Rose Gold Foil Craft Project
I've upcycled a shadow box before and have purchased several from Michaels to create cute trays to hold and organize my favorite small things. Last time, I organized my daily jewelry. This time, I am going to create a tray for my frequently used sticky notes. Follow along to see step-by-step instructions on how I […]
Making A Bedroom Oasis Challenge
This month's organizing challenge is to make a special bedroom oasis you will treasure each night and walk refreshed in the morning. To accomplish this, we need to break down the task into several distinct activities. Not all tasks need to be done in the same week. Pace yourself, and you can get through it. […]
10 Things to Do to Make Your Moving Process Seamless
There are many reasons why people move - Changing jobs, downsizing to a smaller home, their kids going off to college, wanting to be closer to work, wanting to be closer to their children, whichever reason will be a stressful time - sorry to say. But to make the process easier, I hope to help make your […]
Important Moving Checklists Every Person Needs
People move all the time! I had several family members, clients, and friends move across town, across the state, and even across the country over the years. They always ask me, "How can I make the process of moving less stressful?" Today, I am sharing my favorite go-to moving checklists to help you complete your […]
How to Say No Without the Guilt: A Busy Mom's Survival Guide
Hey, busy mom - does this sound familiar? You just sat down with a lukewarm cup of coffee for the first time today. The laundry is still in the dryer, dinner isn't planned, and your kid needs a poster board by tomorrow morning. Then your phone buzzes: "Can you bake three dozen cupcakes for the […]
How to Use Self-Watering Inserts in Narrow Window Boxes
Self-watering pots have come a long way since I started looking at them years ago. Narrow window boxes are beautiful, but their slim profile often means the soil dries out quickly. They are especially helpful for outdoor plants, so you do not need to water them every day. But finding the right size and not […]
Two Calendars Busy Moms Need for Optimal Productivity
As working moms/dads reassess what didn't work and prepare for another school year, time management is at the top of their list. Reconfiguring the personal planners and calendars will help them feel less overwhelmed and more organized. Today, I will share two calendars: a wall-mounted family calendar and a personal calendar for Working Moms (Dads) […]
How to Organize Socks Once and For All {Sock Organization Options}
A well-organized sock drawer can shave minutes off your morning routine, end the daily hunt for matching pairs, and stop you from buying socks you already own. Guess what, you can transform even the messiest drawer in about 30 minutes for under $20, and keep it that way with just four minutes of folding a […]
Student Backpack Organization Tips Made Easy
Student backpack organization is important to success in school, especially for older students. I'm going to show you how I help my child organize their backpack for easy access. Note: This involves paper management and will help them if they have finals or midterms and need to reference these papers. I'm going to share how […]
Sabrina's Organizing Recipes
Welcome to Sabrina's Organizing Homemade Recipes collection! This Recipe Index page shares all of my meals since 2015. Yes, it has been over 10 years since I have been writing recipes, can you believe it? I can't. My goal has always been to make homemade healthy recipes quickly using wholesome ingredients. They must be easy […]
8 Ways to Organize Your Laundry Room to Make Laundry Easier
Laundry is one of those things that never really gets "done." It just keeps coming back. That's why your laundry room is set up matters more than most people think. If the space is cluttered, awkward, or hard to use, even a small load can feel like more than it needs to be. A lot […]
DIY Liquor Bottle Craft Project
Liquor bottles are unique and can easily be reused. All you need to do is remove the label. That's what I did with this liquor bottle craft project. And turned it into this really cute vase. Check out the steps to do this project below. What inspired me to do this Liquor Bottle Craft Project? […]
30+ Easy and Delicious Beach Vacation Recipes
If you are like most people, this summer, you will likely spend a week or two at the shore or beach with family members. While renting a home and preparing meals at home is more affordable than staying in a hotel and eating out every night, planning dinners for the week can also be a […]
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