Category: Home 101
HOME 101
Discover the secrets to modern homemaking. From cleaning & de-cluttering to meal planning & time management, keeping your home running smoothly doesn’t have to be a chore. Here you’ll find tips, tricks, & advice for getting your home in order, getting rid of excess stuff, meal planning, DIY, decorating, gardening, party planning & much more.
HOME 101
Discover the secrets to modern homemaking. From cleaning & de-cluttering to meal planning & time management, keeping your home running smoothly doesn’t have to be a chore. Here you’ll find tips, tricks, & advice for getting your home in order, getting rid of excess stuff, meal planning, DIY, decorating, gardening, party planning & much more.
HOME 101 TOPICS:
CLEANING
ORGANIZING
DECORATING
DIY PROJECTS
GARDENING
KITCHEN HACKS
Stay Organized All Season Long! (Your Schedule, Your Spending, Your Stuff)
Ready for more joy & less stress this holiday season? Here’s everything you need to stay organized all season long. From setting your intentions to planning your menu, setting your budget, and organizing your schedule, you’ll be able to breathe a sigh of relief and actually enjoy this most wonderful time of the year!
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Spooky & Simple Halloween Ideas (That You Can Do in Less than 15 Minutes)
No time for Halloween? No worries–we’ve got you covered! Don’t miss these incredibly simple & delightfully spooky ideas for everything from food to decorations to easy-to-pull-together costumes, all that can be done in 15 minutes or less!
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Take Control of Your Laundry: Your New Masterplan
Ever feel like you’re drowning in a never-ending pile of laundry? Us too! That’s why we decided to take back control with this easy-to-implement masterplan that’s guaranteed to make your life–and your laundry–a whole lot easier in just seven simple steps!
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5 Ways to Simplify Your Life Right Now
Ever feel like life is spiraling out of control? Take back your time and breathe a little easier with these 5 ways to simplify your life right now.
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10 Essential Pantry Staples to Always Keep on Hand
A well-stocked pantry can be a lifesaver, allowing you to whip up budget-friendly meals on the fly, no pre-planning required! If you’ve ever wondered what you need to stock up on, you will not want to miss this helpful list of 10 pantry staples to always keep on hand!
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How to Remove Almost Any Stain (Yes, Really!)
No one wants to toss a perfectly good shirt because of a stain that won’t come out! Next time, try these tried & true techniques for removing almost any stain. From blueberries to wine, these simple steps will keep your laundry looking good as new. There’s even a cute printable cheat sheet to hang in your laundry room!
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How to Illness-Proof Your Home. 9 Smart Ways to Stay Healthy This Year.
Keep sickness at bay with these 9 ways to illness proof your home. With a few precautions, you can keep your family healthy all year long!
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Instant Fixes for Every Room in Your Home (That Won’t Cost You a Bundle!)
Is your house a place you LOVE coming home to? Believe it or not, creating a space you adore isn’t as hard (or as expensive) as it sometimes seems! Don’t miss these instant fixes for every room in your home (that won’t cost you a bundle!)
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The Ultimate Budget-Friendly Home Decorating Resource Guide
Not sure where to even begin when it comes to decorating your home? Finding your style, then finding pieces that work AND fit your budget can sometimes feel like a challenge, but it doesn’t have to be! Don’t miss this Ultimate Budget Friendly Home Decorating Resource Guide for finding the best furniture and accessories at prices you can afford!
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10 Great Ways to Style a White T-Shirt (That You’d Actually Dare to Try)
Looking for ways to dress up a staple in your closet? Here are 9 ways to dress up a white t-shirt for almost any occasion.
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How to Always Keep Your Car Clean (Yes, It’s Possible!)
Ever feel like you LIVE in your car? It’s easy to slip into a habit of letting the chaos and clutter inside our vehicles get totally out of control. Unfortunately sometimes all that on-the-go-living leaves us feeling even more stressed! Here’s how to get and keep your car clean….permanently! (And yes, it really is possible!)
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How to Simplify Your Meal Planning Routine
Dreading dinnertime again? Meal planning is easy and will help you get ahead. Don’t miss these ten helpful tips for simple meal planning!
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How to Transform Your House into the Home You Want
The home you’ve been dreaming in might be closer than you think. In fact, you might already be living there! These four simple but powerful questions can help you transform your house into the home you want.
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How to Set up a Snack Shelf (So That Your Kids Can Help Themselves!)
“Mom, can I have a snack?” It’s the question every mom dreads, but believe it or not, the solution is closer than you think! Here’s how to set up a self-serve snack station packed with munchies you can feel good about. It’s the perfect way to give your kids can a little independence and save yourself the aggravation of having to drop everything else when snack time comes.
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How to Grocery Shop Like a Millennial (But Save Like a Boomer!)
Is grocery shopping one of your most-dreaded chores? Whether you prefer to cut coupons, make a mile-long list, or order online, it might be time to modernize your grocery shopping! Here are 9 new & innovative ways to get food on the table and bring your grocery experience up to date!
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20 Fast & Easy Cleaning Hacks You’ll Wish You Knew a Whole Lot Sooner
Let’s face it–cleaning is rarely fun, but wouldn’t it be great to find a few simple tricks that could make getting things spic & span just a little bit faster or easier? Our 20 fast & easy cleaning hacks provide clever solutions to a variety of cleaning problems, often with the inexpensive household items you already have on hand! Don’t miss this helpful post–it’s a game changer!
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Clear Your Clutter in Just One Weekend (Yes, It’s Actually Doable–Here’s How!)
Ready to tackle your household clutter in just three days? Here’s how to plan a weekend purge from start to finish! Declutter and organize your house!
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3 Surprising Things I Learned From Hiring a Professional Organizer
Ever feel like your mess has gotten to the point of no return? It might be time to get some help with all that decluttering! Don’t miss these three surprising lessons from hiring a professional organizer.
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The Smart Way to Finally Tame Your Laundry Pile (Once and for All!)
Ever feel like laundry is taking over your life? While there is no magic wand that can make the mountain disappear, there are a few tricks that can help lighten the load! Don’t miss these 10 smart ways to tame that laundry pile and take back your sanity!
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Ho Ho HELP! How to Speed Clean this Holiday Season (Even if You Have to Cheat Just a Little)
Don’t have any extra time to clean during the hustle and bustle of the holiday season? No sweat! Our holiday speed cleaning routine can help you tidy your home in half the time to help you keep your sparkle all season long!
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Achieving Isn’t Everything: 5 Things I Learned from Tasha Agruso
Are you following your passions in life? In this episode of the Do It Scared ™Podcast, Ruth talks with Tasha Agruso about how she quit her job as a successful trial lawyer to become a full-time design blogger. You’ll learn that no matter how far you’ve gone down one path in your life, it’s never too late to find a new one. Tune in to be inspired to create your own best life!
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