4 Tips For A Warm Home
While it seems to be getting colder and colder outside, it’s important we keep our home nice and toasty warm. Now, you can easily bundle up with a sweater or two to avoid the cold temperatures, but why not find ways to warm up your house and keep it cozy for the whole family. Keep reading for 4 tips for a warm home: Utilize Curtains: Curtains can be a great item for keeping the heat in the home and they make a great modern accessory for most windows. Now, when it comes to keeping the heat in you’ll want to consider hanging thicker curtains or blackout curtains over the largest windows in the…
4 Tips For Decorating Small Spaces
Homes and apartments seem to be getting smaller and more compact by the minute, which means you don’t end up with a huge amount of square footage to work with. But living in a small space can be really great if you decorate well and take the time to create a home that is as functional as possible. Keep reading for 4 tips for decorating small spaces: Bring Light: When you’re working with a small room or area of the home, the number one concern should be light. First, let in as much natural light as possible, decorate with a light color palette, and lastly, make sure to bring in lamps or…
How To Create An Organized Workspace
As technology continues to grow and become part of our every day lives we have to remember to keep things in perspective and stay as organized as possible. New tech devices, gadgets & more can easily clutter our desks making it nearly impossible to stay efficient. With home offices becoming more common we want to create a space where the workspace organized, efficient and distractions are minimized. Sort Through Sort through the initial layer of papers, gadgets and items on your desk and organize all the items into categories. Decide what is an everyday use item, what can be tossed and which items are simply cluttering your desk. Organize Now…
Make Your Home Easier To Clean
Cleaning the home can be an annoying task that seems to never end, but it doesn’t have to be that way! With a few simple tasks, you should find your home easier to clean as you settle into a new, efficient routine. Keep reading to learn how to make your home easier to clean: Combat Clutter When it comes to keeping the house clean, clutter can really impact how the house looks and feels. So, naturally to make your home easier to clean, eliminate any and all clutter around your home to allow for a minimalist look and more open space. Don’t forget to tackle areas such as bookshelves, nightstands and…
5 Helpful Tips For Decluttering
There is something about the new year and the month of January, that get us cleaning, organizing and decluttering our homes more than usual. So, to take advantage of this new found energy we’ve gathered 5 helpful tips for decluttering your home. Keep reading to find out more: Start By Collecting: Take a quick tour of the house with a laundry basket or box in hand. Pick up anything that isn’t in its correct place and throw it in the box and start putting things back as you walk by. This method will instantly reset your space and help you see areas of clutter. Tackle The Paper: Paper is one of the biggest items…
3 Tips For Decorating With Leather Furniture
Leather furniture can be cozy and inviting when used in the home. However, because the more popular choice is usually dark leather it can be difficult to decorate with it due to its intimidating look. The key is to find a balance between your leather furniture pieces and the rest of the room. Keep reading to learn about 3 tips for decorating with leather furniture: Dark & Light: The key to decorating with leather is to find a balance of light and dark within the space. This means if you’re bringing in a dark leather couch, it’s important to consider going lighter in other areas such as paint colors or decor choices.…
5 Tips For Staying Cool This Summer
We are currently at the peak of the Summer and the temperatures keep rising higher and higher. Unfortunately, if you’re not near a lake or a pool it can be really hard to beat the heat! It’s so important to stay cool, so check out the 5 tips below for how to stay cool this Summer: Create A Cooling Spray: It may sound a little wild, but you can create a spray that will cool your body temperature down and make you feel comfortable in the summer heat. All you need is: A Spray Bottle 5 Drops Of Lavender Essential Oil 3 Drops Of Peppermint Essential Oil 1 Cup Of Water Pour everything…
How To Make Your Home Feel Welcoming
It’s important to live in a space that feels comfortable and welcoming on an everyday basis. There are a few key things you can do to help your home feel extra inviting that won’t take much work but that will leave a big impact. These tips will help you make your home feel welcoming to everyone who lives there and guests. What’s That Smell? When someone enters the home, you want to activate the senses by meeting them with a pleasant smell. This can be anything from scented candles, air fresheners, fresh flowers or even fresh baked cookies. This will encourage relaxation and will always set a great first impression.…
8 Tips For The New Gardener
It is difficult to know where to get started when you first start caring for a garden. However, it seems that the more time you spend in the garden, the more you learn about your plants and how they grow. Now, before your next gardening session, check out these 8 tips for new gardeners below: Research: If you are brand new to gardening, it can be wise to do some research before you begin! You can find great information on gardening and the how to’s on the internet – or if you prefer paper grab a gardening magazine or book. This is a great way to get your bearings before you…
4 Tips & Tricks For Interior Painting
Painting the interior of your home can seem overwhelming and daunting even when you’re tackling the smallest area. However, it doesn’t have to feel that way, especially if you get prepared and organized before you start. Before you begin applying paint to the walls, it’s important to have a few main things on hand such as paint, brushes, rollers, trays and a drop cloth just in case you end up with a few drips. Keep reading to gather 4 tips and tricks you can use for the next time you decide to paint a wall or a room: Prepare The Walls & The Paint: A big aspect of achieving perfectly painted…