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Small Spaces: Homes That Do More with Less

You can live large in a small space. Tiny homes are a hot trend now, and many feel that it’s better to “do more with less” when it comes to home and home decor. But living in a small space doesn’t mean you have to skimp on style or storage. Here are some examples of doing …

10 Must-Have Bath & Spa Products

Washing off the dirt, grime and stress of a long day with a steamy, hot bath or shower is one of the simplest ways to unwind and set your mind at ease.  Just as you strive to create a stress free zone in your bedroom, your bathroom should also be an oasis to escape from …

Fast and Healthy 20-Minute Meals

Winter weather is in full swing and has brought with it to my house an unexpected consequence—lack of motivation. (The first step in resolving a problem is to recognize it, right?) Shorter days and freezing temperatures have seemingly sucked the life out of my daily routine and even some of my favorite activities, including cooking. …

The Best Natural Room Freshener

The holidays are over and all you really want for Christmas is your nice, clean house back. Caroling is over, the decorations are down, and the pine scents and cinnamon spice of the holiday are gone. How do you keep your home smelling nice through the rest of the winter? Adding heavily scented or perfumed …

Refresh Your Space for Less (Part 2)

Looking for even more ways to update your home without making a large dent in your bank account? It may take some thoughtful planning, but small, budget-friendly updates can breathe new life into a home while giving you a charming look you’ll love. Here are a few quick tips to keep in mind when completing …

How to Be Clutter-Free in 2015

Is one of your new year’s resolutions to get organized? I’ve been cleaning out the clutter in our house and it’s amazing how much better I feel when the clutter is gone. Here are my tips for how to be clutter-free in 2015! 1. Don’t Let Papers Pile Up. I’m a pile person. What I …

Resolution Reboot

A few years ago I gave up making New Year’s resolutions.   I usually struggled to come up with that one thing on which to focus my efforts, and though I’d start off strong (and resolute!), by February it had usually fallen by the wayside.  Then I was left with that sense of failure and that …

Refresh Your Space for Less

Happy New Year, everyone! Now that it’s a new year, you might be thinking about how to refresh the spaces in your home. Here are some ideas for how to refresh your space for less. You don’t have to spend a fortune to give a room a new look! Living Room/Family Room The easiest way to …

Easy One-Pot Meals to Keep You Warm this Winter

Brrr…when it’s just too cold outside to want to do anything but relax in front of the fireplace or curl up with a good book, a slow cooker will be your new favorite kitchen toy! It’s perfect for times when my schedule is hectic and I can’t spend an hour making dinner or I simply want …

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