I was wandering around one of my favorite stores and found this great zipper storage pouch! This zipper pouch measures 12 inches long by 15 inches wide and can expand to about 2-3 inches when zippered. It's a great size to use for a variety of items. So, I thought to myself, "Self, how many […]
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20 Signs A Closet Needs To Be Purged
We may not know when to clean our closet until it gets so out of hand that we get overwhelmed looking at it. The piles and piles of stuff can make anyone have palpitations just looking at the mess. To help you regain control of your closet before it gets out of hand, I've created […]
20 Perfect Home Organization Gifts Under $25 That Will Make Any Neat Freak's Heart Sing
The holiday season is upon us, and if you're anything like me, you've got that one friend (or maybe several!) who gets genuinely excited about label makers and storage bins. You know the type - they color-coordinate their closets, their spice rack is alphabetized, and they actually enjoy decluttering sessions. As a professional organizer, I've […]
20 Personal Important Documents to Keep Safe
Have you ever looked at an important document and, while looking for it, felt anxious and stressed, and asked yourself, "Where did I put that paper? I can't believe I can't find it! I need to organize these documents and keep them in a safe place!" And, after the situation passes, you never get around […]
20 Ways To Take Care Of Yourself In 20 Minutes
Do you have time to take care of yourself regularly? Not many people can say "yes" to this question because they are busy doing tasks for others. I know that I will take care of myself better some days than other days. I am trying to change this, make better choices, and choose myself first. […]
20 Unique Kitchen Organizing Tips to Speed up Your Prep Time
Lack of kitchen organization will have a toll on you and your family. But it doesn't have to be that way. All you need to do is make some small changes. Go through these 20 kitchen organizing tips and try at least a few. Then, come back and try a bit more. Eventually, you will […]
Streamline the Home 2024 Challenge
If you have been visiting my blog for a while, I love sharing challenges to motivate visitors to take action and transform their lives. This year, the Streamline the Home challenge will guide you through 10 monthly challenges broken down into steps. Background Story Let me give you some background. I asked my Facebook Decluttering […]
20 Ways To Take Care Of Yourself in 20 Minutes on Busy Days
Let me ask you a few questions: How well do you take care of yourself? Do you do it consistently? How do you feel after you take care of yourself? We are told to take care of ourselves, but what does that really mean? For me, it doesn't mean a grand gesture; it means those […]
20 Easy Thanksgiving Time-Saving Tips to make your party a huge success
Are you hosting Thanksgiving this year? If you are new to this huge event, you may wonder where to start. Today, I am sharing 20 Thanksgiving time-saving tips to help you have a successful party and minimize stress. I grouped these tips into activities you can do the day before the party, the morning of […]
Top 20 Pantry Organizing Tips Your Family Will Love
Pantries can get pretty messy, especially if you don't revisit it every few months. Since the pantry is a constantly modified and used space, having assigned areas in a pantry is very useful to keep the space organized. To help you get your pantry organized for you and your family, below I shared 20 pantry-organizing […]
20 Empowering Motivational Quotes
There are many quotes that help motivate you to resolve issues, concern fear, and take action on whatever is stopping you right now. I found these motivational quotes to be quite helpful, and I hope they help you too. Quotes are a great way to get perspective and build up the courage to take action […]
20 Minute Tomato Sauce (Sugo) Recipe
This tomato sauce recipe was given to me by my mother, who didn't know how to cook when she got married and became an excellent cook by the time she passed. This homemade quick tomato sauce recipe is one that I used through college when I had my apartment. And was used when my husband and […]
7 Powerful Tips to Help ADHD Students Succeed in College
The enormous stress that each first-year student experiences at this time of year can make anyone want to run and hide. If a child has ADHD, it can be even more overwhelming. This week, I am sharing some tips on how students with ADHD succeed in College. Follow along to learn how. These tips are […]
How to Make Dairy Free Mac and Beans recipe
I'm a big fan of mac and cheese, but since I can't have cheese and don't want to substitute it with other cheeses, I figured I could make my version. It's called Mac and Beans. Beans are quite starchy, which helps make a nice thicker sauce to coat the pasta. If you want to try […]
Organizing College Student Self Care with an Academic Planner
As students head off to college, they can easily get engulfed by all the craziness and busyness of a school year. This results in feeling overworked, tired, and maybe even sick. To combat this, before they go away, setting up a well-organized self-care plan in their academic planner will remind them on those busy days […]
Bedroom Upgrades That Actually Improve Sleep Quality
If you struggle with sleep, I want you to know you are not alone. I deal with sleep challenges myself, and I know firsthand how frustrating it is to lie awake at night feeling exhausted but unable to settle down. Over the years, I have learned something important: your bedroom environment plays a much bigger […]
Best Time to Buy Organizing Products to Save Money
When inflation is up, we don't get as much as we used to from the well-earned money we make. Organizing products is often overlooked during this time, but it can help reduce stress and boost productivity. But there are times when you can strategically buy organizing products to get the best deal. Today, I'll share […]
How To Improve Time Management with An Academic Planner
Some students prefer a digital planner, and others prefer a paper planner. We discussed apps that would help college students stay organized. Today, we are discussing improving time management using an academic planner. If your student (boy or girl) prefers paper calendars, here are tips to improve time management with an academic planner. Be sure […]
How to Make Coconut Stake Ivy Topiary
Whether you are dealing with a mess of ivy growth in indoor pots or just love the look of a well-architected design ivy topiary, this project is for you. It is a super-easy project and quick to set up. I recently made this coconut stake ivy topiary and wanted to share it with you. Information […]
How to Make Trash Can Labels
Trash cans are an essential part of a home and office. It helps keep your home clutter-free of items you do not want or need. There are at least two types of trash cans you can have in your home or office - a recycling bin and a trash can. While recycling bins are divided […]
The Reasons I Love Order Out of Chaos® Academic Planner
I have been an Order Out of Chaos (OOOC) academic planner affiliate for 10 years! My son graduated from college and a master's program, and my daughter is now in medical school, where these planners are an excellent option from elementary to university. Today, I will revisit those posts where my kids and I explored […]
Organizing DVDs on the Cheap in a Small Home
DVDs have been making a comeback in recent years, so I figured it was time to revisit my older post on how to organize DVDs on a budget for a small home. Below, I show how I organized my DVDs, which I still have, and how we kept them from getting lost after we got […]
Sausage Soup Recipe with Gluten Free Pasta
Sausage soup is a perfect way to keep your dinner flavorful and all cooked in one saucepan. Using a 5-quart cast-iron saucepan for a family of four is perfect for weeknight dinners. This one is especially great for family members with gluten intolerances. As a bonus, it is also dairy-free. Yay! If you want to […]
How to Plan a Cruise Vacation with Dietary Restrictions
Planning a cruise vacation is fun for most. Figuring out what to do, where to go, how long the cruise should be, and planning excursions on land. It's a blast. However, when people have dietary restrictions, it can be tricky to find the right cruise. Then, finding a cruise provider that also caters to your […]
11 Ways to Maximize Space in a Tiny Living Room
If you only have one living room space in your home, maximizing it is essential. A small sofa, a TV, and a table are about all that can fit usually in this tiny living room. But, if you maximize this small living room, you can fit so much more. To make your room more user-friendly, […]
How to Conquer Fear in Your Life
With the pandemic fear that is running rampant these days, I am taking a break from my usual home-organizing post to bring you something near and dear to my heart. It is a conquer fear reflection piece I wrote during my freshman year in college. And how I moved forward and what I learned from the […]
How to Create a Tomato Cage Ivy Topiary
If you love ivy plants, as I do, or want to create something unique with them, consider this tomato cage ivy topiary DIY project to make your plant the star of your home. I love any project that has a dual purpose, and this DIY project is no different. It looks pretty and is functional. […]
Studio Apartment Organization Tips to Maximize Space
Designing and organizing a one-room studio apartment or condo can be difficult. It is such an open space, and if you don't have a vision, it will be a huge and overwhelming task. You will probably not have much floor space. This post will help you get your vision of your new home together and, […]
Coffee Table with Storage You Will Love for Your Small Home
Coffee tables are functional and excellent for various tasks. In smaller homes, they can be a huge storage help. These coffee tables allow you to store items and do many things on them while watching TV or streaming shows. These tables are particularly great for smaller homes, but if you have a smaller den or […]
GF DF Flounder with Capers and Lime Recipe
Pan-cooked flounder is an easy dish and is great for any weeknight meal. It is a remarkably light dish. Why was I inspired to make this recipe? Flounder is one of my favorite dishes. It is super easy to make and light. When I was younger, my mother would make it often. I couldn't find […]
What is Clutter Shame and How to Deal with It
I first watched this video in 2015 and recently watched it again: Brené Brown's Listening to Shame video. It is one of my favorite TED Talks. Brené talks about shame and how we say to ourselves, "We Are NEVER Good Enough or Who Do We Think We Are." Isn't that a great way of looking […]
Never Forget a Task at Work with These Methods
Starting a new job can be scary for anyone, but especially a 20-something person. Your brain is juggling 47 things right now, and one more Slack message might break you. You are on a Zoom call meeting, take mental notes, nod confidently, and leave feeling productive. Then, 20 minutes later, you forget everything. The task […]
How to Create a Safe Place for Your Senior Parent
While living in their own home may be an option for some seniors, there are things you should consider to make the space safer for them to age in place. This post shares several tips on how to make a safe place for your senior parent. But, first, before purchasing home items, walk through the […]
Upcycling Candle Jar into a Cute Marker Holder
Have you ever loved a glass jar candle, but when the candle was finished, you didn't know what to do with the glass jar? This post will share an upcycling idea for a candle jar to turn it into a cute marker holder. This candle jar was a Chesapeake Bay Candle(R) - Yankee Candle. My […]
9 Surefire Ways to Downsize Your Life Without Guilt
When planning a move or downsizing, the process can be exciting and overwhelming. It can bring up memories and other thoughts, positive or negative, that you may not want to deal with right now. But, having the courage to see the better life you want will give you the fuel to move past the "guilt" […]
Homemade Gnocchi Recipe Like Mom Makes
My mother would make delicious, quick recipes when I was growing up, and I shared them on this blog. However, this Homemade Gnocchi Recipe takes a little longer but is worth the wait. If you don't know how to pronounce it, it is pronounced nyow·kee. Making homemade gnocchi is filling and affordable for any family […]
Super Smart Raised Bed Water System for Your Garden {Review}
Gardening at home is advantageous. Having fresh produce and herbs placed in your garden all summer long is super delicious, cost-effective, and helps reduce grocery costs, which clearly everyone can use right now. To keep your garden producing all season long, there is one critical thing you need to do: water your garden each day. […]
The Spring Cleaning Guide for Busy Parents and Homeowners
Spring is in the air. Everyone is opening the windows to let in the fresh air. And we are all getting the itch to declutter and clear out the dust in our rooms from the winter months. Spring cleaning is a time to take action to clear those unwanted things and dust under areas that […]
How to Organize Standing Desk Cables
Standing desks have become very popular over the years. But the cables under the standing desk can be unruly. Today, I will share how to easily organize standing desk cables. How much does it cost to organize standing desk cables? The organizer I used cost about $25.00 and included two wire racks, screws, two cable […]
Update Coffee Can with Lid with Mod Podge and Tissue Paper {DIY Project}
Artisan coffee cans usually have a unique style, and when we use up the contents, I want to reuse the lids for another organizing purpose. Follow along and check out how I transform this coffee can with a lid with Mod Podge and a decorative Napkin or tissue paper. NOTE: I used a one-layer decorative […]
15 Garage Items to Toss for a Stress Free Place and a Garage Organization DIY Project
We walk into the garage, probably daily. Placing items in there to get them "out of the house." The piles and piles get larger while the garage gets smaller and smaller. But where do we begin when clearing out the garage? The list below will guide and motivate you to clear the clutter and make […]
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