Did you ever get a gift that you didn't think was practical but felt obligated to keep? Sabrina's Organizing Practical Gift Ideas series helps you find useful gifts for all occasions. Visit our Practical Baby Shower Gift Ideas collection of posts here. This installment is about practical baby shower gift ideas for the momma and […]
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How To Host A Declutter Party {Step by Step Instructions}
Are you feeling overwhelmed by what to do with the things you don't want? Maybe you want to give them away to people who may need them. Why not have a decluttering party? This party will help you eliminate your stuff and maybe get some new things you will enjoy. Follow along to see how […]
How to Organize a Large Family Home
Large families are defined as those with three or more children. This could include parents, grandparents, aunts, and uncles. Early on in my organizing career, I worked with several of these large families. They lived in larger homes and had plenty of belongings for each family member. These items were not excessive; they were items […]
Gluten Free Smoked Minestrone Soup Recipe
If you are a fan of homemade soups, this week's recipe is for you! I wanted to use up a lot of veggies and extra smoked chicken bone broth I made that were not eaten this past week, so I decided a soup recipe would be an excellent option to use them up. One problem […]
The Best Declutter Advice You Were Ever Told
We all get advice for different areas of our lives - how to declutter is one of them. Decluttering can be a significant obstacle for many people and can stop them from even getting started to declutter their lives, resulting in frustration, self-criticism, and depression. Over the 25+ years, while organizing, I have given advice […]
Easing into Your Morning Ritual Tips
Did you ever document your morning rituals? You know, those tasks you enjoy doing each day that help you make your day better. If you never did this before, here are some tips to make your morning ritual exactly the way you want it. What is a morning ritual? A ritual should improve your life. […]
10 Tips To Get Your Home Organized And Ready For Sale
Recently, I was helping a dear friend get her house ready for sale. She was so overwhelmed and didn't know where to start. We first talked about looking at the home through a stranger's eyes. And, since I was an organizer and have helped people move many times throughout my career, I explained to her […]
How to Create A Custom Markerboard for Your Home
I love Markerboards! I have a few full-size ones in my office walls. They are so fun to brainstorm with. And, since I write large, they do a great job fitting all my chicken scratches on them. But did you know that you can make your own customized markerboard? Well, you can! Come along and […]
Creative Ways to Throw a Summer Party on a Budget
Summer is a wonderful time to spend with family and friends. With birthdays, graduations, and the 4th of July barbeque activities, it can be a pretty packed summertime, spending lots of money on hosting parties. But why? There are creative ways to throw a summer party on a budget to minimize the cost. Follow along […]
How to Make a Family Heritage Scrapbook
I am a self-proclaimed genealogist for my family. When I was about 15, I visited Italy with my family and started documenting dates, stories, and family history from various family trips to Italy. Interviewing my grandparents and parents, I created a paper genealogy book and added several details. Over the years, this genealogy book was […]
How to Make a Cork Fabric Glass Cylinder DIY Project
Sometimes we have a glass cylinder that we don't want to part with. It hangs around in our home looking blah, but I think it helps organize things. I'm here to show you another cork fabric upcycling project I recently completed to help address this dilemma. I had a glass cylinder that I used as […]
DIY Affordable Week Day Clothing Organizer - upcycling project
With my kids and my busy schedule, we have gotten into the habit of doing laundry weekly. Here are a few posts about my laundry room process. Laundry Room Closet Organization Laundry Chore Organized and Finished! To help my kids and me prepare faster in the morning, I experimented this school year by making a DIY weekday clothing […]
How to Organize Sportswear on a Shelf
I have several workout clothes and sportswear, depending on the occasion. Some are from summer, when the weather is warm, and others are for winter, when I need an extra lining because of the frigid temperatures. But organizing them on a shelf has been tricky. Come along to see how to organize sportswear using two […]
Yummy Curry Chicken Salad Recipe
Going to Whole Foods and picking up their curry chicken salad recipe is a delicious dish I buy ALL THE TIME. Since I haven't been there in a while, I wanted to replicate this dish with a little twist. This curry chicken salad recipe has cranberries instead of raisins. Cranberries are a wonderful alternative to […]
Charitable Locations To Donate Stuff
When you're getting rid of items, instead of throwing them away, consider donating gently used items to charitable locations near you or mailing them to a worthy cause listed below. With some planning, you can make a big difference in someone's life! Below is a list of charities I have found over the 25+ years […]
How to Setup a Morning Routine
There are many benefits of having a leisurely morning instead of a crazy one. Some benefits include lowering your stress level, feeling more in control of your day, instilling healthy habits, and boosting your energy before leaving the house. Easing into your day is much better than jumping out of bed and rushing around to […]
Practical Graduate Gift Ideas Your Student Will Love
Graduation season is on its way, and you may be wondering what graduate gift ideas you can give these individuals to help improve their lives without generating clutter. To cover both types of adult graduates, this post will talk about high school and college graduates. (Reminder: the links below are mostly affiliate links, which, at […]
How to Make Stuffed Artichokes Recipe
When my mother passed, I started revisiting her old recipes she made. She was an amazing cook and would make some delicious meals. So, I wanted to share a great recipe that she taught me how to make when I was a teenager. It's one that we would eat at least a few times a year. […]
The Perfect Way to Make a Babysitter Checklist for Parents
Parents need time together to stay connected when there are children in their lives. It is a critical time when your baby is young to get into the habit of making your relationship a priority. Today, I will walk you through how to find a babysitter, schedule a date night and affordable date night activities, […]
KETO Instant Pot Southwest Turkey Soup Recipe
Fall is more fun when you can have a yummy, comforting soup like this one. However, on a KETO diet, it may be more difficult to have soups. So, to help you and me, I am creating my own KETO Instant Pot soup recipes that are packed with lots of meat. It's called KETO Instant […]
10 Great Practical and Special Gift Ideas For Mom
Mother's Day is coming up, and I wanted to share some helpful organizing gift ideas to buy for your mom. Moms help us with everything, and we may or may not acknowledge that to them. But, what better way of showing our gratitude than to think about what they love to do and purchase something […]
Last-Minute Organizing Gift Ideas for Mom
Are you looking for last-minute gift ideas for Mom? Why not get your mom organized AND give her a great gift for Mother's Day? She will appreciate the thoughtful gift to get organized. Here are perfect organizing gift ideas to help her get organized. Full disclosure: some of the images below are from Amazon.com, and if you […]
DIY Old Mason Jars to Hurricane Lamps
I had these crochet lace pillowcases when I was growing up, which I got to match my grandmother's crochet blanket. I haven't used it in years and wanted to do something with it to honor my grandmother. This post will share how I took these old mason jars (from How to Create a Bathroom Wall […]
DIY TeaCup Candle Project
Vintage teacups are so pretty. However, if you have several of them that you don't use, why not try making this teacup and saucer candle? I attempted to make two of them, and this post outlines the easy steps I took to create them. Follow along to complete this DIY TeaCup Candle Project and discover […]
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 […]
How to Create a Bathroom Mason Jar Wall Organizer
We have one large bathroom in our home. In the bathroom, my daughter and I share a vanity area. Although my son and husband need some items, we also store them in our vanity, such as cotton balls and Q-tips. I recently added all her makeup to my vanity in the bathroom, which made the […]
How to Pack for a Quick College Move In Day
Now that you have bought all the things you need for college and your room is filled to the brim with piles and piles of small stuff that needs to be placed somewhere so that you can have a quick college move-in. Where do you begin? I know it can be overwhelming. Move-in day can […]
Useful Housewarming Gift Ideas Your Loved One Will Love
Most likely, you know someone who has moved this year or is planning on moving. It can be challenging to find the right gift. Instead of buying them a useless gift, why not buy them a gift that they can use that helps them stay organized? Practical housewarming gifts are especially appreciated when they are […]
7 Essential Products for Organizing Tools
How do your tools look right now? Are they organized in a way that makes the best use of your time when you need them? Or do you spend a lot of time looking for a particular thing and never get around to doing the initial task? If you like to do home projects or just […]
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 […]
Simplify Life Quotes to Motivate You to Declutter
As you get older, you may find that the complexity of your life is not doing you any good. Your stress level is high; you rush around often, feeling like life is running you down. But it doesn't have to be that way. To simplify your life, you are purposefully removing unwanted things, people, tasks, […]
Extensive Inspirational Quotes From Mom - Mother's Day Tribute
Since Mother's Day is approaching soon, I wanted to share some information about my mom as a tribute to her on Mother's Day. She passed away several years ago, and I miss her every day. So, once a year, I like to share something I learned from her, along with some Inspirational Quotes From Mom. […]
Chicken Breast with Beans and Escarole Recipe {one-pot dinner}
Beans and escarole are a great accompaniment to chicken breast. This recipe is super easy, too! Do you want to make a delicious chicken breast with beans and escarole recipe that your family will love during the week? This one has it all, and it tastes yummy, too. It is a one-pot dinner idea you can make […]
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Smart and Cheap Ways to Organize a Room
Many people use the excuse that they can't afford to get organized because they don't have money to fund the endeavor. But I'm here to tell you you can get organized without spending much money. It takes some creative planning, but people have done it. This week, we will discuss the characteristics of a frugal […]
Making A Fabulous Party That Everyone Will Love
College or High School Graduations, Weddings, Father's Day, and Mother's Day are coming up soon! Are you planning a party? These parties can range from small gatherings at home to significant events where you rent out a hall. However, every party has some standard, basic steps that you need to follow to make it a […]
From a Used Cake Frosting Container to a Flower Pot
Do you ever wonder what you can do with a cake frosting container? The shape of the container is usually easy to cover, and with the lip at the top, it allows for some fun ropes and ribbons to embellish the top without showing the inside of the bin. Today, I am going to show […]
Easy Springtime Dessert Recipes Your Family Will Love
Light desserts are especially wanted during the springtime. However, finding light, easy-to-make desserts can be difficult. Below, I am going to share with you my favorite springtime dessert recipes your family will love. They range from cute flowers to upside-down cupcakes, all of which are especially enjoyable for everyone. We also have gluten-free and dairy-free […]
31 Days 15 Minute Organizing List Challenge
Are you struggling to organize your home? It's time to take baby steps and try a challenge. This challenge is designed for a 15-minute task to be completed each day to help you jump-start your decluttering and organizing process. I created this 31-day, 15-minute organizing list and tips on how to organize these areas. This list […]
Quick Chicken Breast Recipe with Vegetables {dairy free, gluten free}
Busy days have come back in full force for us. So, this recipe was a savior to us to make sure we had at least one healthy meal during the day this week. This recipe serves six people and is great as leftovers the next day and only cooks in 19 minutes - a perfect […]
43 Positive Mantra Sayings to Keep You on the Decluttering Path
When organizing, your home can get frustrating and downright overwhelming. To stay focused and motivate you to keep going, I created these personal mantra sayings to help you keep moving through the clutter to the lighter side of a home organization process. Say your favorite mantra or affirmations first thing in the morning, starting your organizing […]
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