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Life is crazy-busy. Homelife is also becoming busier. Here are tips, advice, and thoughts about how to create a home YOU love. You can check out specific categories or just keep scrolling to see what’s new.
The dreaded garage: managing stuff amongst the dirt and resident spiders
Organising the garage - A quick note: at the end of this blog, you will find a link to a Pinterest Board I have put together with some ideas for garage storage organisation! - Garages: invented for cars, but also known for tech startups, the formation of famous bands...
Why living with less makes you feel better (and what happens after you declutter?)
-- A quick note, if you’re from Ireland. Hello! Google stats tell me at the time of this going live that there’s a lot of you popping over and scrolling on here for a portion of your time. Welcome! -- Less is more. So much more. How do you feel when you think about...
How to declutter for the 1st time ever: 7 tips for crazy-busy humans
Stuff, stuff EVERYWHERE … A quick note: thank you to all you fabulous humans who have shared their stories of how they have shut down Netflix, got off their couch and decluttered their home. And are LOVING it! To learn the skill, check out my e-book: The Decluttering...
8 Ways to Spend Less Money on “Stuff”
Where does all my money go? If you’re wondering where all your money went, a quick sticky beak into your cupboards, wardrobes and drawers will show you the answer. That top? $45. That pair of shoes that were on sale? $90. Fancy pants wine glasses? $135. That hair...
4 things to do immediately after you move in
Congrats on your new home! Whether you’re renting, have bought the first or forever home, moved into a new rental, or you’re being a smart cookie and saving your pennies (a.k.a serious cash) by moving back in with the parentals, these tips are to help you get set up...
How to organise your drawers with IKEA SKUBB
Why Skubb containers are so good! IKEA has nailed it with this design. I have used Skubb drawer containers (or dividers) in my own home and countless clients’ homes. They keep all items in their assigned spot, instead of a sea of clothes sliding around in (or being...
The Number 1 Home Organisation Hack
Home organisation for the crazy-busyIf you’re always losing your sunnies every morning, yelling down the halls of the house looking for them, or perhaps guessing when the last time the bed sheets were changed and then thinking “meh, they’ll last another week”; this...
How to deal with the growing list of life admin
Getting all the little tasks done without losing your mind Life admin tasks are all the little and large things that need to get done in your life, but fall outside of the basic tasks of your week. It might be cleaning the car, changing a light bulb, finding new...
How much Decluttering is too much?
How do you know when you’ve decluttered too much? Decluttering is getting rid of the stuff in your home that you no longer love or use. And it should never be about how much you have, but why you have it. But sometimes decluttering can become slightly addictive. Or...
Spending Xmas solo? Here are some ideas on what to do
Spending Xmas solo when you really wish you weren’t? Spending Xmas day solo can feel overwhelming and a terribly long day. Particularly when all you want is to have a lovely jubbly bunch of people, surrounded by glorious food and presents, having fun and creating...
How to stop the snowball of Christmas decorations
When Xmas decorations take on a life of their own Christmas is my favourite time of the year. And a big part of that is the Christmas decor that pops up everywhere, signalling the end to another year. The fairy lights, dark greens, rich reds, cosy vibes - even though...
5 ways to make moving easy as pie
Simple moving tips for busy people Moving always sucks. It doesn't make much of a difference if you have someone pack and unpack for you (okay maybe it does!) or DIY the whole thing. It just sucks. It’s a process that you can’t really speed up - you just have to live...
How to keep a pantry organised – my #1 tip
Keeping on top of it all Kitchens are the busiest room in the home. From the breakfast rush to afternoon snack sessions or late-night chats, having a functional kitchen pantry, where you know where everything is, makes running a household much smoother. There are a...
7 Tips to host an easy-peasy dinner party at home
Welcome! Welcoming friends and family through your front door and sharing yummy food is quite possibly one of life’s best and simplest pleasures. I love having people over for dinner where we can hear each other chat (unlike noisy restaurants these days!), eat...
How to deal with a floordrobe
Floor-drobe (noun) A collection of clothes that, realistically, should be hung or folded and put away in drawers, but instead reside at the bottom of one’s wardrobe or simply scattered on the floor. Deal with (verb) Finding a way to get it done that works for...
How to set up Secret Santa for adult families: reduce stress, save time
Intentional gift giving to save stress, time and money Growing up we were super lucky to receive gifts from all of our relatives. There were so many cool toys, dolls, books and games. As we entered our teens the presents turned into gift cards which was perfect for...
Decluttering – 5 ways to get motivated and get started
Want to declutter but haven’t yet? You’re not alone. Staring at the piles of stuff in your home week after week, wondering what to do with it all and where to even start? If you have thought about doing a massive chuck of your stuff, but are struggling to find the...
How to say No to invites like a Millennial
Life is crazy-busy If you’re a millennial, your life is busy… Like, crazy-busy. And it ain’t slowing down any time soon. I think we secretly love being busy, but sometimes the over-engineered weekends can get a bit much (check out this fab article about millennial...
My Ride or Die Items for Organising your home
Items to make your home life easier! I love a good recommendation. Products, services, local businesses, online groups, you name it. If someone has done the hard yards to test something out and is willing to share what they know, I am all for it. When it comes to...
Reduce Stress: 4 ways to reduce stress using your mind
When star jumps just aren’t cutting it to reduce your stress levels, try these four techniques. Tired of hearing to just breathe slowly or “it will be fine” when you are stressed to the nines? But you are literally about to present on stage or nervously smiling over...
Hi, I'm Bec!
Professional Organiser and lover of all things home. I believe you can create a home you LOVE whether you're on a budget, renting or a homeowner. You just need some practical tips to get creative!
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