My goal for this year is to make more vegetarian meals. The plan is to make one meal a week meatless. You probably heard of Meatless Monday. If not, read some history below about how it came about. What is Meatless Monday? Meatless Monday was started by the U.S. government as a resource-saving measure during […]
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How to Create an Attractive Armoire Room Divider
I created another room divider a few years ago to divide my office from my family room area. The room was long and narrow with plenty of doors and other obstacles. The only place I could create a wall was to place one in the middle of the room myself instead of building a wall, […]
31 Days of Loves Challenge
This monthly organizing challenge will be a little different this year. Because it's Get Organized Month, it's a great time to jump-start your decluttering. But, if you don't know what you want to declutter, how will you start your purging process? You can't. So, instead, let's determine what you love and want to keep before […]
How to Make a Customized Charitable Locations list
Did you want to donate something but don't have the time or energy to find a place? You are not alone! Many people don't give because they don't have the time or the energy to find the right place to donate a particular item. To inspire you to get rid of that unused stuff, I […]
Quarantine Gift ideas and Ways to Give Gifts Safely
The pandemic is here to stay for a bit, sad to say. But do not fear; we will make it through, and we will be back to normal in the future. During this time, showing loved ones, you are still there even if you are not physically is essential. Today, let’s talk about quarantine gift […]
How To Make A DIY Shiplap Wall
Since we started working from home over 15 years ago, the steps to the offices are used A LOT. I mean we use it even more than the bedrooms on the third floor. To make them look a little more appealing, I wanted to add some character to the focal point wall on the landing. […]
How to Improve a Cheap Bookcase
Bookcases are great for storing items vertically in small spaces. It's awesome for small bedrooms and living spaces to keep the floor clear and safe for people to walk. This week, we are sharing an easy way to improve a cheap bookcase. The bookcase was one I purchased for my son after we finished the […]
Easy Organizing Kids' Areas Challenge
Kids grow so fast through different phases and their spaces get cluttered with unused clothes, toys, and anything else that they may own. This month's organizing challenge is organizing kids' areas. Here are areas your kids may have piles of stuff. I included links from other kids organizing posts I created over the years. I […]
Saving Time In Your Day Challenge
This month's challenge is about saving time. And, figuring out where you are spending too much time. It could be doing bills. Or maybe figuring out what meals will be served this week. It could be cleaning the house. Any task that takes away from your enjoyment of life is what we will be focusing […]
12 Essential Container Types For Your Next Organizing Projects
There are so many container types to purchase these days. From dollar store finds too 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 do in that cold space. Some can go in the basement, but others will […]
How To Upcycle Planters Into A Desk Pencil Holder
In the coming weeks, I am going to share with you some DIY projects I did recently. If you have an aversion to DIY projects, have no fear, these projects are so easy and fun to do that you will be amazed. This week's project is a DIY pencil holder. I transformed these planters into […]
6 Organizing Lessons I learned from my Dogs
Pets teach us lessons all the time even when we do not realize it. From unconditional loving to have fun and enjoying the small things in life, we learn a lot from them. I also think we learn some organizing lessons as well. Read on and see what I learned from my sweet dogs over […]
6 Critical Tasks To Do Before Starting High School
This week, I will be talking to the teens of parents visiting my blog. It is a little shift in my focus on helping teenagers directly since they need to be more independent as they embark on their new high school experience. So, parents, hand over the laptop and allow your students to read these […]
How to Create an Organized Wrapping Paper Zone
I was looking for a place to store my wrapping paper in my home. While my home is not large, I wanted a place out of the way, like maybe behind a door in a basement closet. In there, I could have a place to store all the things I used over the door recently, […]
19 Creative Ways to Reuse Meal Delivery Containers
If you are like me, you receive a meal delivery each week. I like that the delivery companies provide everything and all I have to do is pull out the food and cook. But, what do you do with the containers afterward besides recycling them, of course? After a year of doing the food delivery […]
Amazing Italian Meatloaf Recipe
I love this Italian meatloaf recipe. I added shredded vegetables to the meatloaf recipe. It tastes great and is easy to put together. It serves 6 to 8 people depending on how big the slices are. You can even put it together the night before. I like to freeze it after it is cooked too. […]
31 Days to An Organized Life
Are you looking to get your life organized right now? This 31 Days challenge may be just the thing! Here is the entire list for you to review and share. The rules are simple. Organize one area each day for 31 days. And, just wait and see how your life will be transformed into a […]
Easy and Delicious Potato Salad Recipe for a Crowd
Potato Salad is a great side dish for a crowd, and this one is straightforward! I made a potato salad for a party we had for my daughter's birthday. It was delicious, and everyone enjoyed it. I call it my "Easy and Delicious Potato Salad for a crowd." And, a bonus to help you make […]
Replace These Kitchen Tools To Save Space
Some years ago, we redesigned our kitchen. Here is a picture of part of the kitchen. As you can see, we have lots of drawers and cabinet space. We love it! It works really well and we have cooked ever since. Though there is one issue, the drawer openings are a little narrow from what we are […]
Apple and Walnut Bundt Cake Recipe DF GF
Apple and walnut pair so well in a dessert, so it was natural that I added them to this cake to spice up the vanilla gluten-free cake box I had in the kitchen. While I enjoy Wegman’s brand Gluten Free Vanilla Cake, I found that I wanted to make something a little tastier. So, the […]
How to Make a Fabulous Beverage Station that will amaze your entire family
Having a beverage station in your home will organize all your drinks and glassware, allowing for an easy and relaxing morning routine. Let's create a beverage station in your home. I love this idea! We have one in our home and use it all the time. The kids love it! It doesn't need to be big. […]
How to Make a DIY Command Station Magnet Board
This week I will be sharing a DIY project that I did with an old magnet marker board. The board itself would stain whenever you would use a dry erase marker, so I decided that it wasn't going to be a markerboard any longer. Here's how I cleaned up this board and transformed it into […]
12 Organizing Tips I Learned as a Kid
My immigrant parents were wonderful people and were entrepreneurs, but organizing wasn't their strongest trait. So, as a kid, I had to figure out for myself how to organize my space. I was a fan of puzzles, and doing this task over the years was just another game I would do to keep myself busy. […]
An Easy Way To Do Wrapping Paper Organizing
Today, I was wrapping presents when I realized that I needed to reorganize my wrapping paper and organize drawers. I do not like wrapping presents. It seems like it would be fun, but it takes too long to do to make it enjoyable. So, I created this easy way to organize my wrapping paper storage […]
Quinoa Rice Bowl with Vegetables Recipe
I always enjoyed the quinoa and rice sushi I would find at Whole Foods sometimes. The combination gives a nutty flavor. So, I figured doing a quinoa and rice bowl should provide the same taste. I was surprised that it was even better than my sushi meal. My teens even enjoyed them. Here is one […]
How to Make Your Work Space More Organized
Imagine while working at your desk, you stand up and walk to file a paper across the room then travel back to the desk and type up a report and print the document. Then, get up again and go to the printer to grab the paperwork. This cycle could happen several times throughout your day […]
4 Easy Ways to Organize Shoes
Women own an average of 19-20 pairs of shoes. If you have a family of four, you can expect to have between 76 and 80 pairs of shoes in your home. If this is true, they take up a lot of space in your home. So, to combat this, we need to design creative ways […]
How to Take A Great Relaxing Vacation
Sometimes when we go on vacation, we don't necessarily have a relaxing time. Has this ever happened to you? You go on vacation, and with all the running around and the tight schedule, you come home saying to yourself, that wasn't relaxing at all. How frustrating! I agree. Well, here are tips to have a […]
Organizing Raised Bed Garden
I had to revamp our garden this year, so I decided this would be a great opportunity to share the process if you are interested in organizing your raised bed garden. Below is how I organized this raised bed and other information about companion planting and you can see my end result. Let's begin. We have done […]
4 Areas of an Organized Closet Made Simple
How well organized is your closet? Making an organized closet takes different areas all working together to allow you to access all your clothes quickly. If one of these areas is not included, you will be short of space for your items and need to find alternative storage places, like a chest of drawers outside […]
KETO Sausage Peppers Onions and String Beans Sheet Pan Recipe
Sheet pan recipes are a great way to cook for weeknight meals. Roasting the veggies with the meats reduce clean-up time after the meal. It is something you can do when you need to do something else in the home. I found it is handy because I can prep all the veggies earlier in the […]
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 […]
A Yummy KETO Vanilla Cake Recipe
My son's birthday happened recently and I wanted to share the KETO Vanilla Cake recipe I made for him. While he is not on KETO, I also wanted to enjoy in the festivities. If you have come to my blog often, you know that I am not a dessert person. But, every so often I […]
Five Ways to Organize Cables Forever
Imagine your cable area. What does it look like right now? Are your cables organized by purpose? By type? Do you see an unruly number of cables for your television, stereo, computers, laptops, and cell phones? There are so many cables that come with all these electronic devices in your home that it can get […]
KETO Style Herbed Artichoke Chicken Thighs Recipe
Slow cooker recipes are great for busy home cooks. They offer an opportunity to have something healthy and comforting that can cook all day. When you return home, this recipe also gives a delicious aroma throughout the home. This herbed artichoke chicken thighs dish is also Keto-friendly. It is one of my favorite go-to recipes […]
How to Make a Basement Laundry Room Closet Organized
Some people have beautiful laundry rooms, and some people have laundry closets on the side of a guest room or in a basement that are not as beautiful. I have a laundry closet but wish I had a laundry room. To make my laundry closet more organized and attractive, here are the tasks I did […]
How to Make a Cleaning Supplies Area Organized
This week I cleaned out my foyer closet, especially the cleaning area where I store lots of cleaning supplies for the common areas. Yes, I know what you are thinking, "Boring!". It IS boring, and that is why I am doing it. =) I hope this helps you get inspired to organize a "boring area" […]
Easy Roasted Vegetables Recipe Your Family Will Love
There are lots of side dishes on the Thanksgiving Day table. To continue my series on Thanksgiving side dishes, this one is my favorite. You can bring them to other's homes for a potluck or make them as a side for your home dinner. This easy roasted vegetable recipe can be made anytime. My mother […]
How To Use Catch-all Bins In Organizing
Catch-all bins are a wonderful way to organize. They can be used to gather small items together. Keep odd-shaped items from falling off shelves. And, keep like items in one place. Here are how to use catch-all bins in organizing. What types of catch-all bins are available? Bins can be made of any material and any […]
11 Popular Posts from Sabrina's Organizing
This year has just flown by! I can't believe it. To celebrate this year, I compiled a list of 11 popular posts for 2015. Feel free to click-through and check out the ones you appeal to you. 11th 9 Ways To Use Carabiners - This post was a post I did with my husband. He has lots […]
Ugly Sweater Cookie Fun
Each year, we have a holiday cookie-baking day! We make about six different types of cookies to share as gifts for family and friends. One of our favorites each year is making sugar cookie cutouts. They look great on gift platters, and the kids have fun making them. Recently, I found this great Ugly Sweater cookie-cutter kit and had […]
How Clutter Affects You Experiment
If you ever wanted to see how much clutter affects you, do what I did recently. Let me start from the beginning. While my daughter was away at music camp, we embarked on a home improvement project to remove her old carpet and replace it to cork flooring so she would not be displaced for too long. […]