Home Organizing

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By eHow Home & Garden Editor 0 comments
Many people complain that they have nothing to wear, but a glance through their bedroom closets tell a different story. Home to year-round clothing, shoes and accessories, this storage area can easily get out of control if not reigned in now and ... more »
By michellemathews 0 comments
Organizing your bookcase is a great first step to improving the decor in your home office. Your desk can be completely organized but if your bookcase is stuffed full of unread books, stacks of papers, magazines and knick-knacks your office will ... more »
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All parents adore their little Picasso's masterpieces. We tend to hang on to the artwork until our homes are encumbered with finger paintings and stick figures. But it's easy to display and organize your child's artwork without having all of the ... more »
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More and more people are taking care of their ill loved ones at home. One reason is that many prescription drugs can be safely administered there. If you find yourself in charge of a complicated medication schedule, you'll find that an organized ... more »
By FPAEdit 0 comments
Children love to have their own space for their toys, books and dress-up clothes. If you can create a playroom, you'll minimize the late-night Lego injuries as well as defining a clear space for your children to play... more »
By eHow Home & Garden Editor 1 comments
Every home, no matter how small, needs a set of basic tools. But acquiring tools is really only the first step. You have to know how to use them properly and--just as important--how to care for and store them properly. If you know what tools you ... more »
By eHow Arts & Entertainment Editor 0 comments
Disorganization in an art studio can consume your creative time and sap your energy. Corral your materials and let your studio time be notable for its creativity rather than its chaos... more »
By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor 0 comments
Hobbies can result in a tsunami of supplies and equipment. Whether you work on your favorite craft projects in a corner of the kitchen or have the luxury of a dedicated workshop, you'll save your sanity if you organize first and glue, construct, ... more »
By eHow Home & Garden Editor 0 comments
Jumbled pantries, expired foods and pests are the hallmarks of unorganized food storage in your home. With a little thought, preparation and organization you can have an efficient food storage system that speeds up your meal preparation and ... more »
By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor 2 comments
Wrapping packages is a pleasure when you have the right supplies organized and at your fingertips. Wrapping your house with lights and other holiday decorations is less of a chore if you can locate the items easily--and find them in good ... more »
By Sheila Wilkinson 0 comments
Housework has always been called an endless and thankless job, but you can feel very thankful about things getting done with less time and trouble by organizing your chores better. All you need is a little time to make up a plan--here's how... more »
By eHow Home & Garden Editor 0 comments
There's not a whole lot of glamour in keeping tabs on your paperwork. But if you want to stay in good fiscal shape, you need to organize your financial records. Consider hiring a pro to get you on the right track--check out cfp.net to find a ... more »
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If you can't see the floor of your kids' rooms (or are afraid to open their doors) it's time to take action. Help children organize their rooms in ways that make their space fun to play in and easy to keep clean. Reassure them that putting their ... more »
By Misti Sandefur Sandefur 0 comments
Create a kitchen you can be proud of--one where you don't have to spend 30 minutes trying to find what you're looking for. An organized kitchen will make you an even better cook! Read on to learn more... more »
By Sheila Wilkinson 1 comments
Paper clutter can quickly accelerate to avalanche stage if there is no system to deal with it. Using the six file fix, every piece of paper will have a place and the house--and your affairs will be organized and clutter free... more »
By eHow Home & Garden Editor 0 comments
Pets come with almost as much stuff as people do. From cans and bags of food and treats, to crates, leashes, toys, medications and kitty litter, there's plenty to keep track of when the animal kingdom takes up residence in your home... more »
By eHow Home & Garden Editor 2 comments
Springtime is the traditional time to remove the winter blues from your home and make it ready for the long days of summer fun. It's also a good exercise in taking stock of your home and its contents. Just make sure that you share the work--and ... more »
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They're cute and cuddly, they keep your kids warm and secure at night and they are total space hogs. All those stuffed animals that your children just had to have are taking over their bedrooms and soon there won't be any room left for your kids. ... more »
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As any curious 8-year-old can tell you, the attic is a cool place to find all sorts of treasures. Others value attics for storing items that aren't needed every day. Just remember not to keep candles, electronics, delicate fabrics, photographs or ... more »
By skwonkygirl 1 comments
USING THE SHOE ORGANIZER HANG INSIDE ON THE BATHROOM DOOR.FILL WITH CURLING IRONS,MAKE-UP,BRUSHES,Q-TIPS.COTTON BALLS,XTRA SHAMPOO AND SOAP.AT THE BOTTOM SOMETIMES THE SLOTS ARE BIGGER AND YOU CAN KEEP READING MATERIAL IN THOSE SUCH AS ... more »
By FPAEdit 0 comments
There's library books, volunteer forms, schedules, permission slips, homework, classwork. At times, the paper literally seems to fly out of your child's backpack. Fortunately, you can gain control over all the chaos... more »
By eHow Home & Garden Editor 13 comments
You've got three half-full bottles of vinegar in your cupboard and your utensil drawer is a minefield of knife tips and mangled wire whisks. Time to get organized!.. more »
By eHow Home & Garden Editor 2 comments
You love snapping those pictures and then flipping through the newly developed packet of captured memories or scrolling through your digital images. But you may not love the next step--doing something with all those photographs. Start today to ... more »
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Moving out-of-state is a life-altering event, but with the proper preparation, things can go a lot smoother than you think. Here are some suggestions for making your move without a hitch... more »
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Tired of running around the house trying to put together everything you need at the last minute for a day trip or activity? Stow essential items in a designated tote bag in advance to save time and frustration when you want to get out the door ... more »