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Traditionally, closets are used to store clothes, but there are so many clever ways to use closets of all sizes. Here are some ideas to try at home.

The last few weeks before school starts are a perfect time to work on getting yourself organized. Here are some easy steps to help you get started!

Here are some strategies that can help get you organized before heading off to college.

Decluttering can be an overwhelming and daunting task. Because it is, many people tend to procrastinate leading to more clutter. It’s a vicious cycle. But the key to beating procrastination, is to just get started. While there are many ways to go about it, this method may be an easy way to get your feet wet and hopefully continue your decluttering journey. Do it one day at a time! Here are some rules to follow to help you stay on track. Rule #1- Declutter one item every day This means one ite...

Below are the steps to properly clean your mobile phone without damaging it. • • Polish the phone with a microfiber cloth. Gently wipe the phone with a microfiber cloth to get rid of the crud and any smudges. While it will remove some of the germs, this step will not actually kill the germs. • Grab a Lysol wipe. Using a damp Lysol wipe, gently clean the entire phone, avoiding any of the ports. If the wipe is very wet, wring it out first. Lysol products are marketed as safe for topica...

The school year is almost over. What do we do with all that paper? It’s almost that time of year again. While the end of the school year brings excitement for the summer, with it comes a bookbag full of paper and artwork that will land right on your kitchen table. To help ease the potential stress, here are some tips and ideas for managing all of those items that your children bring home. Prepare the night before. The last day of school is always an exciting time for students. They’ll come...

Its the perfect time of the year to purge

Couches and Chairs This task goes pretty quickly and you may be surprised what you find. • Turn on the lights and open the blinds so you can see the furniture in the best light possible. • Vacuum the tops of the cushions and the entire couch and chair. • Then remove cushions, if possible, and vacuum every nook and cranny. The last time I did this task, I found monopoly money, hair ties, a marble and $1.76. I do this task quarterly, so you may find even better things and more money if it h...

In Week 2 of 6 Weeks of Spring Cleaning, we will tackle the wonderful world of windows. Lets get started! • Read care labels for your window dressings. Make sure to follow manufacturers’ recommendations. Wash and dry curtains or dry clean depending on type of material, time and budget. TIP: Line dry curtains outdoors if possible – the wind helps release wrinkles and saves money. TIP: A year’s worth (or more) of dust buildup needs more than a quick once over with a feather duster. Use a ...

Simplify Your Life: Six weeks of spring cleaning By Deb Cabral Happy Spring! Starting today and for the next five weeks, I’ll share a different area of your home to tackle.  With the pandemic and being in our homes more than ever over the last year, even if you weren’t a fan of spring cleaning in the past, this may be the year to start. Try to tackle a few (or maybe all) of the items listed each week. At the end of six weeks, I’m certain you’ll be happy with the results. Get into some...