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3 Simple Ways To Make Housework Easier
Keeping the house clean and organized with a busy family and an even busier schedule isn’t easy. Some days it seems that things get misplaced, used, and dirtied much faster than I can clean. This year I’ve implemented 3 simple new routines that have made housework so much easier and more manageable. I can’t believe […]
Continue readingThe Family Command Center – One Spot To Keep You Organized
I originally wrote this article for the February issue of the Homemaker’s Hutch digital magazine but wanted to share it with you here as well. As your family grows and the kids get older, it starts to get harder and harder to keep track of everything that’s going on. There are school functions, doctor’s appointments, […]
Continue reading10 Easy Ways To Freshen Up Your Home Any Time
Spring is the perfect time to freshen up your home. It’s a time of change, renewal and warmer days. Once spring cleaning is done consider one of these ten easy ways to add a fresh touch to your home. 1. Open the windows During the winter months the windows stay closed. Your indoor air becomes […]
Continue reading10 New Habits For A Clean House
Once you’ve gone through all the effort to spring clean don’t you wish your home would stay that clean? It can. With a few new habits you can keep your home sparkling clean. 1. Pick up after yourself Much of the mess in your home is likely self inflicted. Do you set things down with […]
Continue reading5 Ways To Tame The Clutter In Your Home
Clutter has a way of taking over a home. If you don’t address it and create systems to keep it controlled, it can become overwhelming. It’s why there are so many organization homes and experts. Well you don’t need to watch a television show to get control. Here are five tips and strategies for taming […]
Continue readingClutter Elimination With The Four Container Method
Has clutter taken over your home? If you’re feeling stressed or overwhelmed by clutter it’s time to get rid of it. However, sometimes just looking at the clutter can make you feel anxious. It can feel like too much to tackle. Simplifying the process starts with simplifying your thoughts. The Four Containers The container clutter […]
Continue readingEasy Appliance Cleaning Step-by-Step
When spring cleaning you’ll want to pay special attention to your appliances. Properly cleaned and maintained appliances last longer. This saves you time, energy and money – buying new appliances can be a hassle. However, cleaning your appliances is likely to consume most of your spring cleaning time. This is particularly true for the bigger […]
Continue readingKitchen Spring Cleaning Tips and a Checklist
Kitchen spring cleaning can be an overwhelming job. Basics like cleaning the oven are pretty simple. However, when you add washing out the cabinets and vacuuming behind the refrigerator it can be an all day job. This handy checklist will help you get started. The tips will help you take care of the job in […]
Continue readingBedroom Spring Cleaning Tips and a Checklist
When you think about spring cleaning you probably imagine the big jobs. You think about cleaning the kitchen. Maybe you visualize the closets or your basement. Perhaps the garage is on your list. Most people don’t think about their bedroom. However, you spend a lot of time in your bedroom. A clean bedroom means better […]
Continue readingSpring Cleaning Tips And Checklist – Bathroom
There’s so much to clean in a bathroom, most of it being rather heavy-duty. Spring cleaning might seem like a bigger job than you can handle. It’s true that there is a lot to clean for such a small space, but with a few tips and a handy checklist, you can spring clean your bathroom […]
Continue readingThe Benefits And Advantages Of Using Green Cleaners
This year, instead of Spring cleaning with conventional cleaners, consider using all natural green cleaners instead. They’re safer for your health, they’re better for the environment, and they are often less expensive. Let’s take a look at what green cleaners are all about: What Are Green Cleaners? Green cleaners are simply cleaners that use all […]
Continue readingOrganizing Your Cleaning Products for Quick and Easy Cleaning
The more organized your cleaning products are, the faster you clean. This means you have more time for work and play. It can save you money too! These three simple steps will help you organize your cleaners and keep them organized. Step One: Baskets in each room. Buy or find a cleaning basket for each […]
Continue readingHow To Tackle Spring Cleaning Without Feeling Overwhelmed
Spring cleaning can be one of the most time consuming and overwhelming seasonal tasks. I don’t know about you, but I have a tendency to just “hide under the covers” and skip doing anything when I get overwhelmed by a task that seems too daunting. Yet that means also missing out on the rewards of […]
Continue readingHow to Get Your Family to Help With the Spring Cleaning
Spring cleaning is a big job. While it’s certainly something you can do on your own, you don’t have to. In fact, there is benefit to having your family help with the job. It alleviates some of the work you have to do. Children can learn the value of hard work. They can contribute to […]
Continue readingOrganizing Your Computer
This is the last post in a 7 Day series on getting more organized. They come from the ebook “30 Days to an Organized Home” and Tracy Roberts (the author) is kindly letting me share them with you this week. I hope you enjoy them and put them to good use. Please consider getting the […]
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