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Simple Elegance: 2007 Trend in Home Decorating

If you would like to read more about the top ten trends in furniture this year, you can see what Candice Olson of Divine Design has to say HERE. “Simple Yet Elegant” was listed as number seven, but Ms. Olson stated that this is the mantra for décor in 2007. This trend has been emerging for some time now. Homeowners want style and elegance, but comfort is the main concern. If it can be combined with elegance, that’s even better. This trend includes fabrics and other materials that are cozy, attractive, and low maintenance. It includes relaxed and soothing colors … Continue reading →

Can I homeschool and have a clean house at the same time?

Many new homeschooling moms ask, “When do I have the time to clean the house if I am homeschooling all day?” Dividing your day between school and housework can prove difficult. As moms, we tend to think that we have to do it all. We also tend to think that every other mom out there is managing better than we are. There are only so many hours in the day and some days you will have to choose between a good school day and a clean house. Relax, you are not the only homeschooling mom with a dish or two … Continue reading →

Organizing Shoes

I admit that I have never been addicted to shoes. While friends of mine have overflowing closets full of footwear, I have exactly five pairs of shoes and sandals, plus two pairs of sneakers (one of the pairs is for yard work) and one pair of work boots that double for the winter. I’m always worried about the expense and the practicality of treating myself to shoes. My daughter has no such qualms about acquiring shoes. At four-and-a-half, she has never met a pink, feminine, or sparkly shoe that she does like. Church shoes, jelly shoes, sandals, princess sneakers and … Continue reading →

Easy Ways to Organize the Bathroom

Are you tired of a messy bathroom? Rummaging through tumbles of things under the sink and dodging items that are falling out of the medicine cabinet is not the way to start or end your day. Just a few minutes of attention will have your bathroom organized in no time. First set aside a little bit of time to devote to your organizing. A minimum of 15 minutes is good, although you might want to dedicate at least 30 minutes to the project, so you won’t feel rushed or wind up with the organizing half done. Take all of your … Continue reading →

More Tips for Updating a Garage

Spring cleaning can also mean spring cleaning out. And there is probably no better space in most people’s homes than the garage for an overhaul. I already shared some ideas for simple updates to the garage space that will make a big impact. Now, I have some more tips for you. If you have an outside door leading in to your garage, consider replacing it with a 15-pane door. The panes of glass will let in a lot of light to the space. If you are worried about privacy, you can hand a curtain or blind as needed. For a … Continue reading →

Frugal Organizational Articles

In honor of our annual fall cleaning and organizing at our home, I thought I’d provide a great set of articles to get you motivated and to think creatively on how to organize your own home. We are not like the traditional family where we do Spring Cleaning because with such a large family, we really have to do seasonal cleaning. This takes part four times a year, and the fall is upon us and that is when we re-evaluate our methods for organization and see what is working or not working for us. During the month of September I … Continue reading →

Making Base Housing Home

Military families have many challenges and endure constant changes, one of which is making base housing feel like home and another is moving frequently. You can make your house or apartment feel like home and set up house so it’s easier to move your things with little notice, all at the same time. One of the ways to do so is to choose portable, double duty furnishings. Not only will they take up less space than traditional pieces if you end up moving into a smaller place, but furnishings that also provide storage don’t require as much effort when it … Continue reading →