A Clutter Free Space is a Clutter Free Mind

Tips for setting up an effective study space With the end of summer and the cool nip in the air telling us fall is just around the corner, school season is in full swing. Whether you have a school student or a college student living in your household, there are some common things that can be done to create an …

3 Ways To Get Kids Inspired For Halloween

I absolutely love this time of year! Fall and everything that comes with it — changing leaves, cooler days, and Halloween! Years ago, it seemed Halloween decor and costumes weren’t available till sometime after Labor Day, but these days, retailers put fall and Halloween items on their shelves by mid-August. But I’m not complaining! I’m one of those people who …

#12MonthsofThrifting Challenge: Statement Necklace

If I had to choose one piece of jewelry as a wardrobe staple, it would be a statement necklace. That’s why we included it as September’s 12 Months of Thrifting prompt. Just like scarves, statement necklaces are the perfect way to add an interesting element to your look. They are great conversation pieces and not to mention, they make you …

Thrift Store Heroes: Dedicated Shopper Applies Lessons From Bodybuilding To Goodwill Purchases

After Judy completed her first bodybuilding competition in 2010, she was hooked. Since then, she’s participated in several additional shows, earned a Masters Figure pro card with the World Natural Bodybuilding Federation and adheres to a three-day-a-week training regimen. Like her first bodybuilding experience, one shopping trip to Goodwill was all it took for Judy to become a loyal customer. …

Fall Clothes For Kids In These 4 Hip Styles

I anticipate Fall all year long! The changing of the leaves, the sunny crisp days, pumpkin spice everything (yes, I’m one of those), and casual/cozy Fall clothing. Most kids are back at school, except for those few lucky ones who start after Labor Day. Many kids are trying to get a bit more use out of their summer attire for …

Family Command Center

Do you always feel rushed heading out the door?  Do you feel like you are forgetting important items or details as you head out the door?  Does keeping track of family appointments, activities, sports practices, and work schedules create stress for you?  If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, consider setting up a family “Command Center.” Follow these …

4 Back to School Trends for Less

We’re coming up on back-to-school…already! This is the time when kids are getting anxious about who their new teacher will be and if they will be sharing the classroom with their best friends. Seems like once the 4th of July had passed, merchants at every major department and discount store were lining their shelves with school supplies adorned with OMG’s …

#12MonthsofThrifting Challenge: Black Flats

Before we get into this month’s “12 Months of Thrifting” prompt, I have a thrift confession (thriftession?) to share:  shoes are on my “top five favorite things to thrift” list. The idea of buying secondhand shoes may cause many to pause but ask any veteran thrifter and I bet you they will tell you the same. Here’s why: where else …

DIY: Front Porch Rocker

  Everyone that knows me realizes almost every Sunday morning at 11:00 am I can be found at Goodwill. This is my favorite day to go.  So, that being said, a couple of Sunday’s ago I came across this glider rocking chair with matching glider ottoman.  Lucky for me it was ticketed with the 50% off color of the day! …

What’s Your Personal Style?

  Your style says so much about who you are. I’s a map of sorts. What colors you gravitate towards, what kind of lifestyle you lead, your interests, or disinterests.  They say you can tell a lot about a person by the shoes they wear. I firmly believe just that. Every now again, however, do you want to try a …