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Monday 25 September, 2023
How Do You Know When Clutter Has Gone Too Far? Part 1
Do you feel like you are drowning in a sea of stuff? If your home is starting to look like a pigsty, you may wonder if you are a hoarder, or are in danger of becoming one. When is clutter hoarding? Well, the answer to that question is somewhat subjective. One person’s clutter might be […]
Monday 18 September, 2023
Why Do People Hoard?
These days, there seems to be quite a fascination with hoarding. I am not referring here to the casual use of the term—most of us have hoarded something now and again. I am talking about hoarding raised to a clinical level, like that which is featured in shows such as Hoarders on A&E. Then again, […]
Monday 11 September, 2023
What Features Should You Look for in a Cleaning Cart?
Shopping for cleaning carts for your staff? If this is your first time purchasing cleaning carts, you may be unsure what to look for in a high-quality cart. Actually, there is quite a bit of variation between one cleaning cart system and the next, so you will need to do your research before you place […]
Monday 04 September, 2023
Do Plants Absorb BPA From Plastics?
You probably already know that when you are shopping for plastic food containers, you need to be looking for plastic which are BPA-free and microwave-safe. But have you ever thought about how this might apply to gardening with plastic containers? If you grow your own food, any toxins absorbed by your plants could end up […]
Monday 28 August, 2023
Common Dorm Room Organizing Mistakes
Organizing your first dorm room can be an exciting part of your journey into independence—but it can also be a big challenge fitting all of your stuff into a small space. You will probably be sharing that space with at least one other person, possibly more. I’ve found a lot of articles are out there […]
Monday 21 August, 2023
Using a Plastic Bin as a Home for a Ball Python: General Advice
Need to provide a pet snake with a home which is safe, comfortable, affordable, and convenient? One option is simply to repurpose a regular plastic tub into a plastic container for a ball python. Previously, I shared the steps with you to get set up with a plastic bin for a ball python. Now, I […]
Monday 14 August, 2023
Questions to Ask When Buying Plastic Pots for Plants
Thinking of shopping for plastic containers for plants? Plastic is an excellent material for this purpose on the whole, though there are some other options worth thinking about as well, like ceramic. If you are in the market for cheap nursery pots, plastic can save you a lot of money—in fact, some plants can even […]
Monday 07 August, 2023
How to Clean White Plastic
Chances are good that you have some white plastic out in your yard. Maybe you have some plastic bins for gardening in white, or some white plastic lawn chairs. White is a clean, neutral color, and can complement any yard, garden, patio, or deck. That is true in the beginning, at least. Over time, white […]
Monday 31 July, 2023
Do You Need Someone to Organize? Pros and Cons of Hiring a Professional Organizer, Part 2
Are you looking for someone to organize your home or office? If so, you might be thinking about working with a professional organizer. But is hiring a professional organizer worth it? In Part 1, I went over the benefits of hiring a professional organizer. In this part, I will go over the drawbacks. Cons of […]
Monday 24 July, 2023
Do You Need Someone to Organize? Pros and Cons of Hiring a Professional Organizer, Part 1
Do you ever think to yourself, “I need someone to organize my house,” or “I need someone to organize my office?” You might even catch yourself thinking, “I need someone to organize my life.” Actually, those thoughts may make more sense than you realize. Maybe you really could use the help of a professional organizer. […]
Monday 17 July, 2023
How to Organize Your Closet By Color
If you have been looking for closet organizing ideas, you may be considering organizing your closet by color coding. If you are still undecided, I recommend reading my post, “Why Organize Your Closet By Color?” If you’re ready to organize your closet by color, then let’s get started. 1. Take out all of your clothing. […]
Monday 10 July, 2023
Why Organize Your Closet By Color?
There are a lot of different ways to organize your closet, but the method I most highly recommend is by color (at least if you have a colorful wardrobe). It might seem excessive to color code your wardrobe, but personally I have found it to be one of the single most useful closet organization tricks […]
Monday 03 July, 2023
7 Things That Change Once You Finally Get Organized
Can’t get motivated to clean and organize? You are hardly alone—most people struggle to find the energy and dedication to get such a big job done. But once you do, you will find that every minute spent organizing is worth it. If you are still trying to figure out how to get motivated to organize […]
Monday 26 June, 2023
7 Signs You Need to Get Organized, Part 2
Should you get organized now, or wait until later? How do you know when it is the right time to really dive into your home organization projects? Organizing your entire home is no easy feat; naturally you do not want to set aside lots of time to do it until you really have to. But […]
Monday 19 June, 2023
Tips For Your Next Military PCS
Is it time for your next permanent change of station? If you have been in the military for a while, you probably already know a lot of hacks to streamline the packing and moving process. But if you are new to the armed forces, your first few PCS relocations can be pretty hectic to say […]
