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15 Genius Cleaning Tips and Tricks
Cleaning can be a pain, but it’s oh so important, and a clean home is totally worth all the trouble. Luckily, there are some tips and tricks that making cleaning more efficient and even a little more fun. I’ve found some really great tips & tricks from around the web that will definitely help you get out of a cleaning rut. Hope you find them as useful as I did! Northern Belle Diaries found that the best way to clean towels is with vinegar and baking soda. Once washed, the towels will smell fresh and feel fluffy–like brand new! Scratchy and smelly towels are the worst! But with this tutorial they can…
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10 DIY Pottery Barn Knock Off Projects
Pottery Barn products are so beautiful but so expensive!! When I get their catalogs I just want to buy everything. Luckily, some ingenious people have come up with knock-off projects that are just as good as the real thing and a quarter of the price. I’ve found some of my favorite projects that I’m dying to try–hope you find one you like too! 1. More For Four posted a tutorial for this awesome rope chandelier. It’s surprisingly easy to make, and I just love the nautical feel. You just need rope and an old chandelier: you wrap the rope around the frame, and there you go! 2. The Crafting Chicks posted a tutorial…
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14 DIY Kitchen Island Ideas
I’ve been thinking about changing up the island in my kitchen, and if you know me, you know its got to be DIY. I love fixing things up, and a kitchen island is a great way to make a big impact with relatively little time. I’ve collected some of my favorite ideas and tutorials for this project–hope you find one you like! 1. Rain on a Tin Roof posted a tutorial for this beautiful kitchen island, and I just can’t believe this is homemade! It looks so professional and super classy. This project may take a whole weekend, but the results are obviously totally worth it. I need one of these! 2.…
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10 DIY Craft Room Projects
Organizing my craft room has been on the top of my to-do list for so long. I keep thinking one day I’ll get around to it, and after finding so many great DIY ideas for a craft room, I feel so inspired! I’ve gathered some of my favorites together–I hope you find one you like! 1. Lolly Jane installed this darling bookshelf to help organize her craft room. The cute chevron stripe paper in the background is such a cute touch, and I love the suitcases for storage as well. 2. Honeybear Lane recommends installing a pegboard in your craft room to keep little things organized. By putting it in a frame,…
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Creative Bike Storage Ideas
Bikes are a great way to get from point A to point B. They’re eco-friendly and they’re a great workout, but they can be so difficult to store! I’ve been trying to figure out the best way to keep bikes in their place, and I’ve come across some really great ideas. I’ve compiled a few of my favorites–some to make & some to buy! 1. DaHÄNGER sells awesome bike racks that double as shelves. I love the sleek look, and I especially love the storage spot for a helmut! I can never find my helmut when I need it so this would be perfect! 2. Ikea Hackers posted a cool…
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12 Creative Toy Storage Ideas
If your house is anything like mine, there are toys strewn everywhere. And of course, your kids can never find the toys that they are looking for. Some brilliant people actually have their toy chaos under control! I’ve found some of their tips & tricks and have posted them here. I think I need to try all of them! 1. Better Homes & Gardens posted this idea which is perfect for organizing children’s toys. Instead of labeling boxes with words (that little kids can’t read), try labeling your toy boxes with pictures! Kids will be able to clean up more effectively, plus the framed pictures look adorable! 2. This Little Street posted…
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10 Brilliant Car Hacks for Moms
So, you know how being in the car with kids can feel worse than the seven circles of hell? Moms of the world, rest in peace. Try these ideas and believe in hope Mama.Papa.Bubba. Oh I love it. Create a portable activity for the kiddos. Boredom taken care of. Passing things back and forth from the front to the back can be a nightmare. Rachel solves our problems. I can’t wait to try this! Okay, this one from Joy really is amazing. Put together a group of things you’re grateful for, to keep at all times and give away as needed. Teach life lessons even on the road. No kid loves seatbelts. But taking them…
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How to Organize Kid Clutter
If you don’t know that kids bring with them stuff. Clutter can get really overwhelming but there are a lot of ways to manage it. Take a look at these functional ideas for maintaining the kids’ clutter. Bench Seating: These benches are relatively easy to make and are perfect for adding storage baskets in the cubby holes. Spare Closet: Turn a spare closet into a kid office. It’s tucked away but can be an excellent space for your child and their things. Floating Shelves”: Flat up against the wall shelves are perfect for books and it’s actually a great design element to any house. Hanging Baskets: At kid height. Use…
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8 Simple Ways to Organize Your Pantry
So, recently I had a post that focused mainly on kitchen organization. It got me thinking about my pantry though. Small tiny pantries, big spacious pantries, they can all use a system of organization. Because of that, I decided that it’s only right to devote an entire post to pantry organization. Enjoy. Pull Everything OUT!: You can’t begin to organize your pantry if everything is still hodge podged in there! Take everything out, clean off your shelves! You’ll thank me for it later… (Picture from House of Smith’s) “Backsplash”: It’s not really part of the organization but it does add personality to your pantry. Add a lovely wall paper or…
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10 Ways to Organize Your Shoes in Small Spaces
I’m really excited to share these ideas with you today! I love shoes but I don’t love how messy my closet gets. Shoe organization can be a headache but it doesn’t have to be. So, sit tight because these ideas are going to make you want to run to your closet and start right away! 1. Over the Door Shoe Racks These don’t have to necessarily be made for shoes. I have used just those door organizers in the past and they work perfect for shoes, and best part they are off the floor! Picture from Grace and Beauty. 2. PVC Pipe Shoe Rack This is an awesome (and fairly…
