Posts Tagged ‘ household tips ’

If you have more than one child sharing a bedroom -- or are just plain short on space (and who isn't these days?) -- here are a few easy, fast and inexpensive tips to keep little clutterbugs organized.
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What Mom doesn’t want a fresh-smelling house? If you’ve been down the air freshener aisle at the grocery store lately, you’ve seen that air fresheners have come a long way in the past few years - but some are definitely better choices than others if you have small children or busy kids. Our Sensible Scents video...
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Have an out-of-date or dingy upholstered chair seat that’s seen one too many spills? Our DIY Video shows you how to recover most chair cushions in just minutes – and get nice, crisp corners, too. Plus, we’ll show you some great kid-friendly fabric options that really last in busy family homes. Instructions listed below. Tools...
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If you enjoy the ambiance and great scents that candles add to a home, you're not alone. In fact, I'm enjoying a fragrant soy candle right now. Candle sales are up and they're more popular than ever in home decorating, but there are a few things to remember before you light up.... especially if...
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Parents can maintain stylish decor even with a busy toddler at home. It just takes a few sensible decor choices and strategic placement for decorative accents in a room. Choosing decor crafted in more durable materials will help you maintain kid-smart style in any room.
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Shelves of every variety are a decorating and organizing staple that fulfill numerous roles throughout the home, but when a child is introduced to the scene they suddenly become a safety problem! Here are several ways parents can address the safety issues posed by certain types of shelves, plus a few tips for adding...
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With a little planning, a quick clean out and some handy tools made to work in tight spaces, busy cooks can make the most of stingy kitchen storage and conquer clutter status-quo – in just a few easy steps.
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From diapers to formula, not to mention all the other "stuff," parents can quickly find themselves spending a good amount of money on little ones' needs. With a plan in-hand when you go shopping, you'll avoid overspending on unnecessary items. Plus, you'll have the right items and quantities on-hand when you begin to install,...
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Baby safety gates are effective barriers in many areas of the home and come in a variety of designs to meet different needs. Selecting the right gate for your space is key for both safety and livability - and it's easy to do with a little pre-planning!
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Simple changes, from the arrangement of items in a room to choices in homewares, can make a big difference in a home's safety, ease of care, and even parental sanity! The following tips can help you create a home that's safe for small children... yet still welcoming to grown-ups.
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