It is not often that we get volunteers to help us with the housework, but when we do we need to be prepared. Sure, we have been around the block enough times to know that if a member of our family is offering to spend their all too valuable time helping clean or organize the [...]
To Do List
July 19th, 2011
A New Way to Accomplishing that Unapproachable Goal on My To Do List
So, I have had learn to sew on my to do list for what seems like forever. After having taken a few minutes to identify why I keep it on the list, but get no closer to undertaking the challenge I decided to take a new approach. For, simply writing it big and bold will [...]
June 10th, 2011
Take Time to Learn How a Good Fabric or Leather Sofa is Constructed
When it comes time to purchase or reupholster a fabric, or a leather sofas you should really educate yourself on what it is constructed of. It is important that you know what your couch is made of in order to be able to tell what you will ultimately be sitting and reclining upon. This will [...]
March 9th, 2011
The Secret to Eliminating the To Do List
Though it is not even the middle of March yet, I have been absolutely bogged down with tasks benefiting others. Whether it has been assisting my stepson search through potential marketing jobs, baking thirty cupcakes for a church bake sale, or watching my sister try on every bridal gown on the high street I have [...]
January 26th, 2011
Make a Properly Stocked Tool Kit
Every home should have a properly stocked basic tool kit. My dad drilled this into my head, and supported it by giving me my very own kit when I moved into my first flat. He carved the date into the bottom of it as a reminder, and that really struck a chord for me. Some [...]
December 19th, 2010
Remember to Care for the Trees and Plants in Your Home
This is the time of year that most people forget about the care and attention that is due to their indoor plants. With the big focus landing on holiday parties, gifts, guests, meals and plans, it comes as no surprise that those lovely green potted friends of ours get overlooked. So, here is one reminder [...]
November 17th, 2010
Make Traditional Dried Fruit Decorations
Drying fruit is an age old way to make home decorations for the holidays. Some of the best items to use are oranges, cranberries, lemons and apples. Once they have become dehydrated, they can be strung together and draped across fireplace mantels, staircase banisters, or Christmas trees. Things like cinnamon sticks, Chinese lanterns, and lavender [...]
June 20th, 2010
How To Make A To Do List That Does Not Make You Cringe
During the summer we are constantly balancing work with fun times due to the urgency we feel to get out and enjoy the good weather. This leads us to create mighty long to do lists that rarely involve any good stuff. Instead we see rows of chores, and work. So, make this the year where [...]
