Entry #118, June 21, 2010 I won't point any fingers, but have you been in people's cars that look like they live in them? When I walk through parking lots, I often glance into cars and are amazed at how clean some are.. and how unclean others are! You are probably thinking - 'I have kids, I'm a ... continue reading...
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D.I.Y. Saturday #4 – Maintaining and Enjoying Your Hardwood Floors
Guest Blog Entry #10 - June 12, 2010 Last week's DIY Saturday #3 was all about laminate wood flooring. What if you still enjoy real hardwood flooring, but don't really know how to maintain? Today's post is for hardwood floor owners, as well as those thinking of buying hardwood flooring. Even if ... continue reading...
Sorting Memorabilia – Yes, sooner or later you need to!
Entry #104, June 2, 2010 When we moved to our new house, never did I realize how much high school, college, vacations, you-name-it-we-had-it memorabilia we have been lugging from house to house. Debbie Bowie from Stepcase Lifehack gives us a list of how to tackle all of that .. ... continue reading...
How to save money at home, without feeling it!
Is money not the biggest resource we are constantly trying to save? Especially when your home is gobbling up the money before you cash your paycheck! Need some tips on how to cut corners without feeling the pain of saving? Apartment Therapy has an article on saving money at home, painlessly. ... continue reading...
Memorial Day Weekend Preparation – Get ready for the guests!
Next weekend is Memorial Day weekend, the unofficial kick-off start to the summer. What are you and your family doing? Whatever you choose to do, the outdoors will naturally be a part of your plan. Martha Stewart has some great tips on how to get your outdoors ready. From your grill to the ... continue reading...
Green living – Cheap ways your home can help you, and Mother Earth!
Feature #50, May 10, 2010 Green living is the 'buzz' word of the current times. From eco-friendly shopping bags to water bottles that are made from less plastic. How about your home? Have you always thought that eco-friendly design is for the affluent and too expensive for your home? You'll ... continue reading...
.Garage organization – Is it as ready for Summer as you are?
Entry #83, May 6, 2010 We spend months getting the patio ready, and making sure the Spring cleaning has been done. What about about your garage? Can you get to the beach toys? Do you even know where the family luggage is? It's time to put the Christmas decorations where they really go, and ... continue reading...
Laundry room – Organizing tips
Entry #73, April 23, 2010 The laundry room can be a great space to get things done if it's organized. Through all of my laundry posts, I haven't talked about organizing. When I say organizing, I'm focusing on "How-To" organize. For example how to organize the cleaners and detergents. How to ... continue reading...
Unclutter your life…12 easy ways
Entry #66, April 14, 2010 Do you have a subscription to magazines that you don't even read? Are you still holding on to all 35 t-shirts from your favorite university?! Come on! Let's get you organized. This starts with uncluttering. I don't mean going into one closet and cleaning it out. ... continue reading...
Laundry room – wish list items, you can make reality
Entry #62, April 12, 2009 In the past few weeks, I've received numerous questions and searches about laundry rooms. I already knew that laundry rooms are an obsession of mine, but I wonder why do you like them? What makes them a hard place to design and/or research? I, for one think it's an ... continue reading...
Curb appeal – Make your porch inviting
Feature #41, April 12, 2010 In March I had an article on getting your patio ready for the Spring. Did you do it? I'll be honest, I just started this past weekend really cleaning it off. Once the temperature reaches 80 in Jacksonville - it's officially time to start working on your patio/porch. I ... continue reading...
Hallways, some great uses for extra space
Entry #58, April 6, 2010 Hallways in the home never get thought of as a room, until you have your carpets cleaned, and they charge you as though they ARE a room! Hallways have unused potential for storage, display, and even as mudrooms. Let me show you how you can maximize your hallway ... continue reading...
