For as long as I can remember I've wanted a white kitchen. Yes, even before Joanna Gaines made them popular on Fixer Upper. So when my husband and I had the chance to renovate our 1940s colonial I KNEW I wanted to create a beautiful modern and French farmhouse kitchen. However, when I told people my plans I heard of a lot of "No, you don't. It'll be hard to keep clean." Against ... Read More »
My DIY All-Purpose Cleaner
When I was in college, I spent my summers cleaning bathrooms at the KOA Campground in Niagara Falls. The money was great but the THINGS I SAW (and had to clean) should never be shared. Needless to say, I became somewhat of a neat freak after that job. I came to appreciate organization, cleaning routines, and a job well done. My skin, however, took a major beating from all the ... Read More »
How to Build a Capsule Wardrobe Step-By-Step
We've finally arrived at Week 3 of my "Live More With Less" Series: How to Build a Capsule Wardrobe. For those that don't know what a capsule wardrobe is it's a "mini" wardrobe where every thing goes together and you love every piece. Now, there are many variations of the definition - and sizes of capsule wardrobes - but that hits the main points. Also, don't forget to check ... Read More »
5 Tips To Maintain a Clutter-Free Home
You did it. You finally de-cluttered your home or closet. Slowly, though, you’ve noticed that items have begun to creep back in. Now you have more knick-knacks again than Great Aunt Ida. What happened? Well, decluttering is only half the battle. The other is to have a plan put in place to prevent clutter from sneaking back in. But first, make sure you read the post "Live More ... Read More »
Are You Holding Onto Stuff Others Could Use?
I am so excited to kick off my Live More with Less series with a post on de-cluttering and generosity. Yes, I realize the title reads, "Are you holding onto stuff others could use?" but while it might seem like a post on minimalism (which it is) it is also very much a post on giving to others out of our abundance. Because wouldn't it be wonderful to have a home clear of junk, ... Read More »