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Around-the-house spring chores Around-the-house spring chores
Around-the-house spring chores
With winter well and truly behind us, it’s time to get your house and garden ready to face not just the warm weather, but the damaging effects of summer sun, rain and wind. choose a fine spring day and walk around the outside of your house, taking inventory of what tasks need attending to,...
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12 winter cleaning ideas 12 winter cleaning ideas
12 winter cleaning ideas
When i was a kid, the u.s. tv channels broadcast a much-parodied series of psa ads that advised viewers, “don’t wait till spring – do it now!” to this day, i’m not sure what the actual purpose was of this pithy advice; perhaps it was to drum up work for contractors or tax accountants....
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Organizing idea: A simple shoe organizer Organizing idea: A simple shoe organizer
Organizing idea: A simple shoe organizer
Organizing idea: a simple shoe organizer for this simple project , senior editor catherine therrien fabricates a shoe organizer that exudes romance and charm. all that’s required is an expanse of wall (we papered ours in a subtle stripe) and a few pieces of lightweight cornice spaced...
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Bedroom organizing: Clothing and accessories Bedroom organizing: Clothing and accessories
Bedroom organizing: Clothing and accessories
Say goodbye to piles of clothes and tangled jewelry. there are lots of storage ideas for the bedroom that create order out of chaos. give everything its rightful place – either hidden or displayed. you’re more likely to keep mess to a minimum this way. and feel more relaxed in your personal...
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The secrets of speed cleaning The secrets of speed cleaning
The secrets of speed cleaning
You might be a power mom or a high-level executive, but unless you can afford a coterie of servants (lucky you!), you still have to keep the house clean. but there are many ways to streamline house cleaning. it really comes down to cleaning smarter, and spending a few super-efficient minutes of...
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Christmas organizing ideas Christmas organizing ideas
Christmas organizing ideas
99 ways to get ready for the holidays our room-by-room guide will help you get your home in tip-top shape for the holidays. holiday organizing advice from our editors get great holiday organizing tips from the style at home editors. 5 ways to stick to your holiday budget...
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How to: Create a holiday wrapping station How to: Create a holiday wrapping station
How to: Create a holiday wrapping station
Want to create a wrapping area in your home? here's what you need: • counter-height desk with plenty of storage • dividers for drawers • counter chair • large basket (for wrap rolls) • clear canisters • hooks • scissors (plain and craft) • tape...
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Organizing 101: The laundry room Organizing 101: The laundry room
Organizing 101: The laundry room
Putting together a practical and welcoming laundry room is not the easiest task! we turned to professional organizer and whirlpool laundry room designer clare kumar for her best advice. style at home: laundry rooms are often not very spacious and finding adequate storage space can be a...
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Back to school guide Back to school guide
Back to school guide
Get organized for back to school whip your home (and your family) into shape with tips for getting ready for back-to-school season. 10 back to school essentials start the year fresh with these pretty back to school essentials! 12 pretty back-to-school accessories ring in the new...
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Organizing ideas for every room in your house Organizing ideas for every room in your house
Organizing ideas for every room in your house
It seems inevitable - life gets cluttered. as you move through your daily routine, your home accumulates more stuff. whether it's bills, clothing, decor, equipment or even food, it all makes its way into your home, but rarely seems to leave. protect yourself from an overwhelming pile-up by...
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99 home resolutions 99 home resolutions
99 home resolutions
If your dishes are piling up and the laundry hamper is overflowing, you could probably use some help. sometimes the easiest chores are left undone simply because there's not enough time (or energy!) in the day to do them. the trick is to maintain a certain sense of order so you're not bogged...
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10 quick clutter busters 10 quick clutter busters
10 quick clutter busters
Piles of bills on the kitchen counter, dvds strewn about the living room and a beautiful antique dining room tabletop that's buried under piles of paper. oh, and you can't find your gym pass either. can you relate to the above scenario? if so, you and your loved ones may slowly be drowning in a...
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20 ways to help your home lose 50 lbs. 20 ways to help your home lose 50 lbs.
20 ways to help your home lose 50 lbs.
Celebrate the new year with a leaner, cleaner and more organized home . make it your new year's resolution to lose 50 or more pounds of extra flab ... from the living spaces and storage areas of your home! here are 20 fast and easy ways to cut the clutter and start the new year in a "new" home....
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5 ways to stick to your holiday budget 5 ways to stick to your holiday budget
5 ways to stick to your holiday budget
The smart cookies are five young women that are savvy about spending - they know when to save and when to splurge. and when it comes to the holidays, these ladies know how to save without being scrooge. so we asked the cookies to cook up some ideas for how to ensure that this year the 12 days...
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The 10 dirtiest things in your house The 10 dirtiest things in your house
The 10 dirtiest things in your house
What are the 10 dirtiest, grimiest, germiest, stinkiest, grossest things in your home? we spoke to cleaning expert anne, from toronto-based homestead maid to get the lowdown on the most common, worst-offending messes in canadian homes. here's the thing: not all these trouble spots are obvious....
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99 low-cost organizing tips 99 low-cost organizing tips
99 low-cost organizing tips
We know, we know: getting organized can be easier vowed than done. but even if you’re short on time (and budget), there are dozens of ways you can get your house in order. here are 99 of our favourite low-cost organizing tips; many of them are environmentally friendly, too! 1 use old...
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20 ways to get organized in five minutes or fewer 20 ways to get organized in five minutes or fewer
20 ways to get organized in five minutes or fewer
Hellen buttigieg knows a few things about getting organized - and staying organized. as a certified professional organizer, life coach and tv host, she helps people clear the clutter in their homes, minds and lives. her successful tv show, neat , ran on hgtv for three seasons and is still...
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Fall home organizing tips Fall home organizing tips
Fall home organizing tips
Blending style with practicality, estelle gee, director of orderly lives , has made a career out of helping others get organized. here she shares some of her best home organizing tips and tricks to help you get your house ready for fall. simple home organizing solutions fall is the second...
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Jewelry organizers: Your solutions Jewelry organizers: Your solutions
Jewelry organizers: Your solutions
We asked our readers to submit their most stylish storage ideas for their precious baubles and were overwhelmed with responses. if you're looking for new and creative ways to display and organize your earrings, necklaces, rings, bracelets and brooches then you'll love these jewelry organizer...
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Prepare your home for summer Prepare your home for summer
Prepare your home for summer
Embrace those lazy, hazy days of summer with a few simple chores that, done in advance, will make your summer a warm, leisurely breeze. 1 say goodbye to winter simple, seasonal interior updates are key to making your home fit for summer, creating that feeling that winter is a world away....
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7 kitchen organization tips 7 kitchen organization tips
7 kitchen organization tips
Your kitchen is probably a hub of activity. the last thing you need is clutter cramping your workspace and your style. increase your storage capacity with these simple tips and open up space you never knew you had. 1 retrofit your cabinets to customize and maximize space. spice drawer...
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25 ways to clear clutter 25 ways to clear clutter
25 ways to clear clutter
Getting organized can sometimes seem like an insurmountable task. turn messy areas into tidy, stylish spaces with this list of 25 tips that are guaranteed to help clear clutter and keep it away. 1 identify problem areas: take "before" pictures of each room to help identify exactly what needs...
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Easy closet organization tips Easy closet organization tips
Easy closet organization tips
Organizing 101: closet organizaton don't delay -- get your clothes in order today with these closet organizing ideas. organizing 101: linen closet our easy, step-by-step approach to linen closet organization will leave you feeling refreshed and satisfied with the results. organizing...
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10 ways to child proof your home 10 ways to child proof your home
10 ways to child proof your home
Of course there are gates at both ends of all your staircases. you’ve locked up the kitchen supplies , medications and toiletries. you’ve installed outlet covers and stove guards. but is your house truly child proof? the only sure child proofing is constant supervision, but these suggestions...
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12 days of Christmas organizing 12 days of Christmas organizing
12 days of Christmas organizing
Cooking and wrapping and decorating -- oh my! with so much to do in the days leading up to christmas it's easy to get overwhelmed with holiday tasks. this year, minimize the annual festive frenzy with style at home's 12-day countdown to a stress-free christmas. day 12 • clean out the...
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In many ways, real-life decorating is essentially coming up with your dream design and finding a way to create the same look without spending a fortune. In this issue, I'm happy to share eight inspiring interiors with owners who have implemented a wealth of thrifty decorating ideas to great effect. Here's to making decor dreams come true - on a dime!
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