Pantry shelves with labeled jars of oats, polenta, pasta, sugars, flour, and spices, plus canned goods and condiments.
3 Things Everyone Should Always Label in the Kitchen
Even if you're not an avid labeler, you can borrow this habit to save you money and frustration in a few specific areas in the kitchen.
Nov 21, 2021
One Spot in Every Kitchen That Doesn’t Get Thoroughly Cleaned Enough
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With guests possibly coming over soon for holiday gatherings, now is a good time to address what might be a less-than-ideal situation.
Nov 19, 2021
There’s a Surprisingly Helpful Cleaning Tool You Might Not Have in Your Arsenal — Yet
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Approaching cleaning by the tool you're going to use gives you a different perspective and aids in thoroughly addressing spots that might be overlooked in your typical cleaning routine.
Nov 12, 2021
One Thing You Have to Clean Now that Halloween is Behind Us
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This mess can usually pass for a Halloween decoration, but it's November now.
Nov 5, 2021
3 Times “In the Moment Decluttering” Will Help You Get Rid of Stuff You Don’t Need
However much you might get done in bursts of inspiration, it's helpful to remember that routine decluttering efforts are just as important when it comes to maintaining a sense of order.
Nov 1, 2021
It’s Tough to Function if Your “Turtle Shell” is Messy — Here’s What to Do
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Even though the mess is contained, it has the potential effect that any mess can have on your psyche.
Oct 29, 2021
One Small Spot You Probably Skip Over in Your Everyday Cleaning
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This weekend we're going to turn our gaze and direct our cleaning energy into one type of spot that tends to harbor dirt we overlook.
Oct 22, 2021
This Toilet Paper Tube Hack Solves Your Most Frustrating Home Office Woe
It's genius — and free!
Oct 20, 2021
This Weekend is Your Chance to Catch Up on One Important Bit of Housekeeping
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Believe me, I've tried the tricks to get it done in a regular routine. But it's still too overwhelming.
Oct 15, 2021
5 Tips for People Who Hate Cleaning Up After Dinner
Putting it off for later only makes the job harder.
Oct 14, 2021
You Can Potentially Save $50 This Weekend... Just By Decluttering
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This weekend's project is not only going to leave you with potentially $50 more than you would have had, it will also help you make your kitchen more organized.
Oct 8, 2021
5 Ways to Take Your Cleaning Routine Outdoors and Enjoy This Weather
Definitely don't spend all your perfect weather energy on cleaning, but also don't let the weather go to waste, even when you have to clean.
Oct 4, 2021
It's October, and It's Time to Make a Gift-Shipping Game Plan
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I remember the good old days when two-day shipping really meant two-day shipping. Not anymore.
Oct 1, 2021
One Thing You Need to Clean Before You Host Anyone This Season
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You know what'll make your heart stop when you have guests over? Realizing you need to move your couch or the heavy armchair.
Sep 24, 2021
I’ve Finally Found the Smartest Way to Use a Junk Drawer
The genius of this hack is that it solves not one but two common problems.
Sep 17, 2021
One Thing You Might be Forgetting to Dust
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As the seasons begin to change, it's time to make some special rounds of your verdant buddies and teachers.
Sep 17, 2021
A 5-Step Plan for Getting (and Keeping) Your Home Office Clean & Organized
Get everything in order and keep it that way.
Sep 14, 2021
11 Things You Should Declutter Before the End of Summer
Decluttering your summer stuff means setting up a house that's ready for all the fall festivities.
Sep 14, 2021
I Tried the TikTok-Famous Grout Cleaner and It’s OMG Amazing
Zep Grout Cleaner work wonders on the pee-stained bathroom grout in my boys' bathroom.
Sep 13, 2021
I Tried Using Rinse Aid on My Shower Glass — Here’s What Happened
Rinse aid makes cleaning shower glass easier and it keeps the glass cleaner longer. Win-win!
Sep 12, 2021
How to Clean the One Part of Your Kitchen That Hasn't Been Cleaned in a While
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I always find it funny that that many of the household items that deal with my dirtiest messes don't have a place on my cleaning schedule to get cleaned themselves.
Sep 10, 2021
5 Free Organizing Hacks That Will Transform Your Living Room
Tip #1 is controversial, but it's so soothing.
Sep 8, 2021
4 Reasons That Stain Isn't Budging (and How to Fix It)
If you learn to avoid these pitfalls, you'll greatly increase your chances of rescuing your favorite shirt.
Sep 6, 2021
The Only Thing Your Home Needs from You This Weekend
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This year, Labor Day falls on another lesser known holiday: National Read a Book Day. So this weekend, you can celebrate both!
Sep 3, 2021
This Drastic Decluttering Method Will Make You Fall in Love With Your Home Again
This may be the secret to finally getting the home you've always wanted.
Sep 2, 2021
21 Things I’m Throwing Out Before Labor Day Weekend
The easiest way to manage all the stuff that comes with getting back into a routine? Have less of it.
Sep 1, 2021
There's Only One Way to Celebrate a Fun Holiday Like Today
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Yes, today is a holiday. Come join the fun side of life.
Aug 27, 2021
If Green Cleaners Aren't Cutting It, You Might Need a Cleaning "Re-Set"
Even in the areas that routinely get the natural treatment, there's a time and a place for the big guns.
Aug 26, 2021
Here's How Your Cutting Board Can Help Keep Your Fridge Clean (and Germ-Free)
My mom's old pet peeve is now one of mine. But there's a really easy solution.
Aug 25, 2021
3 Organizing Staples I Always Buy During Back to School Sales
Back-to-school season is a great time to stock up on all your organizing must-haves for half the price.
Aug 20, 2021
This Weekend, Address the Invisible Mess All Over Your Home
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It doesn't matter where you fall on the shoes-on or shoes-off debate — it's time for a deep clean.
Aug 20, 2021
Overwhelmed with Cleaning? You Don't Need Balance — You Need a "Tilt"
Rather than making me feel like I have to do my best to balance everything, the concept of "tilting" reminds me to choose what matters — even in an environment I can't control.
Aug 18, 2021
5 Telltale Signs That You Have Too Much Stuff
Does your house get disorderly because people live there? Or because you actually have an underlying clutter problem that makes it unrealistic to keep everything in its place? Here's how to tell the difference.
Aug 17, 2021
6 Things You Shouldn’t Store on Your Countertops (And 2 Things You Should)
Once you move in to a new place and set up your kitchen, the spaces you've designated for things tend to stay pretty much the same. Let's change that.
Aug 12, 2021
The First Thing You Should Clean When You’re Cleaning the Living Room
Taking a breath to consider where you'll start cleaning impacts how much time and work you have to put in to get the living room spotless.
Aug 13, 2021
The "Dog Days of Summer" Are a Real Thing, and They're Officially Behind Us
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Here's one thing you should clean before fall weather sets in.
Aug 13, 2021
The Surprising $7 French Find That Keeps My Kitchen Smelling Amazing
It doubles as a drawer-stuffer, too!
Aug 12, 2021
There’s One Laundry Step I Always Skip, and It Cuts My Folding Time in Half
It doesn't matter if you're doing laundry for two or seven, there's one nagging thing that turns the task into a chore and something that takes longer than it needs to: inside-out clothes.
Aug 12, 2021
One Piece of Paper Clutter You're Storing in the Wrong Place
This "necessary" paper clutter is still clutter. Here's how to halt the cycle and reclaim your space — and money.
Aug 11, 2021
A Good Day Starts With a Good Morning — And Maybe at Least One Practice Run
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This weekend, you're going to take some time to think about your morning routine and make it a purposeful part of a well-planned start to the day.
Aug 6, 2021
54 Things Absolutely Nobody Should be Storing, Anywhere
Have you ever had guests over and then for some reason needed to move a piece of furniture, like the ottoman or an armchair? You hope nobody notices the crumbs and missing LEGO bricks, but still blow your own cover by apologizing for the mess. It’s the housekeeping equivalent of getting caught with your pants down.
Aug 1, 2021
This Quick Sit-Down Weekend Project Could Save You Money All Year Round
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I just checked on my phone and saved $76 worth.
Jul 30, 2021
One Thing You Have to Tackle Today to Enjoy "Doing Nothing" at Home This Weekend
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A weekend spent relaxing at home might not only sound unreachable, but sometimes seems more stressful than one in which you try, once again, to do all the things before a new week starts.
Jul 23, 2021
After Seeing My Friend’s Fingerprint-Free Fridge, This is the $15 Stainless Steel Cleaner I Swear By
It's a simple and small detail that makes my entire kitchen feel polished when I use it.
Jul 21, 2021
You Need to Let Go of This Habit If You Ever Want to Be Paper Clutter-Free
Besides new stacks of mail, paper piles almost always start with just *one* piece of paper that you leave out on your desk or the counter.
Jul 19, 2021
The 5 Best Things to do for Your Dishwasher, According to Appliance Repair Pros
By the time you call a repair person, the problem is probably pretty big. Here are five ways to stave off a visit (and hefty bill).
Jul 17, 2021
The Best Time to Unclog a Drain is Before it Happens
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Here are 3 drain-cleaning tips to try this weekend, to put that age old ounce-of-prevention advice to good use.
Jul 16, 2021
8 Ways to Accidentally End Up With a Clean House
The hard truth of life is there's never enough time to get it all done. So here are some ways to "clean" while you're busy doing something else.
Jul 13, 2021