Home Organizing

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By robertsloan2 3 comments
Life can be hard adapting to living with mobility limits. Here are some tips for day to day living that may make it easier to do basic self care and even get back to doing things you enjoy, even when you're limited to a wheelchair, power chair, ... more »
By Felicity 3 comments
Children can be encouraged to take care of their own clothes and dressing needs provided that they can access and reach their clothes easily. Here are some ideas for helping this happen... more »
By SeventhSibling 3 comments
It’s raining. Your dog is outside doing his business or barking at passing cars or for whatever reason he demanded to be outside in the foul weather. You open the door to let him in and zowie! You get drenched from your dog twisting and ... more »
By Shannon Nee 1 comments
Is your bathroom cabinet a jam-packed mess, perhaps overflowing to your sink area, your nightstand, or bureau? My detailed instructions will show you how obtain and maintain mastery over that intimate little rectangle. When other aspects of life ... more »
By kerrilyn 2 comments
Do you ever think that you are just working to buy "stuff"...We are all guilty of impulse shopping and hoarding, to some degree. Here are some steps to try not to "buy into consumerism".. more »
By eHow Home & Garden Editor 2 comments
Some people are letting their homes become overrun with things they cannot bear to part with, regardless of how useless or old these things may be. These people who display hoarding behavior are commonly referred to as pack rats. If you have a ... more »
By eHow Home & Garden Editor 1 comments
Valuable storage potential lurks in nooks and crannies, corners and dormers, wide hallways and the shallow spaces beneath beds. Look carefully at every room and passageway in your home to discover new storage possibilities. Here are a dozen ... more »
By martinhitech 3 comments
We've all had one--the room behind closed doors, where no one, not even our best friend, is allowed to look. It's an embarrassment, a point of contention in the family, a black hole, where things go in but nothing comes out. How can you mount ... more »
By ***amylaine 1 comments
We only have 24 hours in a day, sometimes that is just not enough to keep a spectacular clean house. But just doing a few things will help out allot... more »
By ***amylaine 9 comments
Do you have flat Coca Cola and do not want to waste it. Need to stretch the budget? No worries you can clean your toilet with it... more »
By ksouthwood 2 comments
When it gets hard to find simple items like sugar or coffee in your pantry or kitchen cabinet, it's time for a good clean out! Don't be intimidated by a messy pantry, just jump in and create some order. Your pantry will be more useful to you if ... more »
By Sheila Wilkinson 0 comments
Put on a good movie and get to work. That's right, it's the ultimate in multitasking and you will be amazed what you can do while not missing a bit of the storyline. If you have more than one TV, it works even better... more »
By brandy1123 3 comments
to get your house looking good.. more »
By ***amylaine 1 comments
You hear a car drive up your driveway and your house is a mess. You only have a few minutes to straighten up your house while they get the kids out of the car. Besides just acting like your not at home in hopes that they will go away... more »
By Natalie England 1 comments
Carpet cleaning can be done without the help of a professional. You can save money by doing it by yourself. My article will help you learn step-by-step ways of doing the carpet cleaning by yourself... more »
By nethopperz 4 comments
In one week or less, a home can transform from a perfectly clean living space to a completely horrific nightmare of clutter. It's difficult to explain what causes this phenomenon, but I do have several solutions for how to recover from it... more »
By drmacab 2 comments
In this article I'll be sharing how to clean your house in preparation for a visit from your mother-in-law. This is a speed-cleaning procedure to be used when you find out that your in-laws are coming in literally 20 minutes or less!.. more »
By simplelife 13 comments
Clutter drains your energy and costs you many hours of time and many wasted dollars. It does no good to save items if you can't find it when you need it. Broken things and long unfinished projects constantly remind you that they need your ... more »
By klnygaard 9 comments
Life is fully of daily tasks. Sometimes they can be overwhelming. In addition, some people have difficulty completing a task once they start. This may leave multiple tasks uncompleted. Here are easy strategies to help you complete a task... more »
By oneloved 4 comments
Planning your meals ahead of time can save you time, stress, and money! Here's how to get started..... more »
By HardworkinJudy 4 comments
For whatever reason you've decided that you would like to store something in a plastic bag and don't want the air to get in. Maybe you don't trust a zip lock bag, or don't want someone meddling with the contents. Or don't want the contents ... more »
By Triskit 2 comments
Create a bathroom that will make your guests feel right at home... more »
By Erinn Valencich 6 comments
If you’ve ever looked at an interior design magazine you’ve probably noticed that in most cases the homes pictured share a common characteristic: they aren’t filled with clutter. While many of us admire the spare and streamlined look, it isn’t ... more »
By eHow Home & Garden Editor 0 comments
A clean home is a sign of peace and health. However keeping up with the mountain of mail, broken tools and unused gifts can sometimes seem like a full time job. In our fast paced society, we need a quick fix that clears out the junk without ... more »
By Gracie1402 24 comments
Does your home sometimes seem to be over run with clutter? I know the feeling. Sometimes, we don't even know where to begin so we just don't do it at all. Well, there is a solution. This system works and it does not require you to buy any ... more »