Shifrah Combiths

With five children, Shifrah is learning a thing or two about how to keep a fairly organized and pretty clean house with a grateful heart in a way that leaves plenty of time for the people who matter most. Shifrah grew up in San Francisco, but has come to appreciate smaller town life in Tallahassee, Florida, which she now calls home. She's been writing professionally for twenty years and she loves lifestyle photography, memory keeping, gardening, reading, and going to the beach with her husband and children.
I Asked My Mail Carrier for Advice on Organizing Mail, and This Is What He Said
Organizing
So long, mail clutter!
2 days ago
I Tried My Friend’s “Take Away 10” Method, and It’s My New Favorite Way to Declutter
Organizing
It got my whole family involved.
Apr 13, 2024
I Tried the “1-Hour” Method and It’s 100x More Effective Than a Typical Kitchen Deep-Clean
Cleaning
It totally took out the stress of cleaning my kitchen.
Apr 12, 2024
I Tried 6 Popular (and Unusual) Methods for Cleaning Baseboards
Cleaning
There was a clear winner.
Apr 11, 2024
My Biggest Kitchen Remodel Regret Gives Me Stress Every Single Day
I wish I knew before I added it to my kitchen!
Apr 10, 2024
How to Clean Under the Fridge and Other Appliances (Plus, a Shortcut for a Squeaky Clean Space)
When vacuuming and mopping our floors, we inevitably and unavoidably clean around our major appliances, such as the dishwasher, fridge, and washer and dryer. They’re far too difficult to move and no regular cleaning tool is narrow enough to fit beneath them. So week after week, dust and other “collectibles” gather beneath these square graveyards of household debris. That’s about to change.
Apr 10, 2024
How to Clean Window Screens Without Removing Them
Letting in fresh air is one of life's greatest joys.
Apr 10, 2024
How to Clean a Bathroom Like a Pro
Cleaning your bathroom doesn't have to be the cringe-worthy task we often make it out to be. Use this guide to learn how to clean your bathroom like a pro every time.
Apr 10, 2024
The Rule-bending Trick I Use in My Bedroom Makes Getting Ready So Much Better
Cleaning
It’s a smart idea.
Apr 8, 2024
I Tried the $9 Rule for My Home and It Saved Me Money (in Every Room!)
Life
It’s bringing me so much joy.
Apr 5, 2024
This Ultra-Popular Sponge Has a Hidden Feature I Never Noticed Before
It's ultra popular, but there's a hidden bit of magic that makes this scrubber something you want to keep in your dish-washing arsenal.
Mar 27, 2024
I Finally Got a Robot Vacuum and It Was Worth the Hype
I could never bring myself to spend hundreds of dollars for something I was skeptical of. But I discovered robot vacuums are not too good to be true, they're totally worth the hype.
Mar 27, 2024
The $20 Amazon Tool That Made My Least Favorite Chore 100 Times More Tolerable
You usually have to get down on your hands and knees. Not something I tend (or want!) to do in regular cleaning.
Mar 27, 2024
I’m a Cleaning Writer and I Can't Believe I Never Tried These Incredible Cloths
How have I never given these a chance before?
Mar 27, 2024
This One Change Completely Transformed the Way I Think About Cleaning
Cleaning
It also made it less of a conflict in my home.
Mar 27, 2024
31 Genius Tips for Organized Kitchen Counters
Okay we're totally inspired now.
Mar 26, 2024
This Is How You Should Declutter Your Whole Home (Room by Room)
Organizing
Plus, 30 additional decluttering tricks to try!
Mar 25, 2024
64 Things to Clean This Spring for Your Home's Deepest Clean Yet
Cleaning
Get your home ready for the season.
Mar 15, 2024
Your Bathroom’s Hotbed for Mold Is Hiding in Plain Sight
Cleaning
It’s one of the worst spots for mold and bacteria growth, according to a mold expert.
Mar 14, 2024
15 Fun & Silly Easter Games to Play After the Big Egg Hunt
Life
Carrot toss, anyone?
Mar 13, 2024
This Unexpected $2 Bathroom Tool Made My Living Room Furniture Look Brand New
Cleaning
The results were so much more than I expected!
Mar 6, 2024
My Mom and I Organized My Pantry Together — And Here Are the Results
Organizing
Turns out, doing a project together is so much more fun than doing it alone.
Feb 26, 2024
I Tried This DIY Recipe and Got Rid of So Much Bathtub Soap Scum
Cleaning
This powerful homemade cleaner can work wonders.
Feb 22, 2024
8 Things You Should Never Do with CLR
CLR is an acidic cleaner that's effective in cleaning calcium, lime, and rust. But it's also a heavy duty cleaning product that requires some precautions.
Feb 21, 2024
See How I Overhauled My Cluttered Closet Under the Stairs in 3 Hours
Organizing
This “scary” space is no longer terrifyingly messy.
Feb 21, 2024
I Tried the “6/10 Method” and It Shifted the Way I Clean My Home
Cleaning
It’s my new favorite cleaning routine.
Feb 17, 2024
Hairspray on Fresh Flowers Is Out — Instead, Try This Pro-Favorite Trick
PLANTS & YARD
Ever wonder how florists keep corsages looking so good without water? This is the answer.
Feb 14, 2024
I Tried the “One Tool” Method to Clean, and the Results Surprised Me
Cleaning
It was far more effective than I expected it to be.
Feb 12, 2024
8 Ways to Reduce Visual Clutter in the Kitchen
Organizing
For a space that feels and functions better.
Feb 3, 2024
These 5 Words Changed How I Think About My Cleaning Routines Entirely
Cleaning
It’s been freeing.
Jan 29, 2024
The Easiest Houseplants to Propagate, According to Pros
PLANTS & YARD
What's better than one houseplant? A whole collection of them that you scored for free.
Jan 23, 2024
I Tried the Fly Lady’s “27 Fling Boogie” to Declutter, and It Worked
Organizing
It helped me go on a decluttering spree.
Jan 20, 2024
8 Small Ways to Change Up Your Cleaning Routine (and Habits) for 2024
Cleaning
With less effort than ever!
Jan 15, 2024
I Gave a Career Coach $50 to Make My Desk Feel Less Stressful
Life
Here are the three things she recommends (with money left over).
Jan 10, 2024
This $15 Room Spray Is the Goldilocks of Home Fragrances
Cleaning
It's not too strong and not too light.
Jan 7, 2024