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Small Linen Closet Organization: 7 Simple Steps to Make More Room!

Small Linen Closet Organization: 7 Simple Steps to Make More Room!

By Marty Walden · 12 Comments

These 7 simple steps will help you make more room with your small linen closet organization. Proves even a small space can become pretty by decluttering and organizing! Ready for an amazing before and after? Somehow I think the reason our home transformations look incredible is the befores are really, really ugly! Who else feels crammed into a small space,… Read More

Filed Under: Crafts, Declutter, Organization, Popular Posts

How to Turn a Closet into a Home Office

How to Turn a Closet into a Home Office

By Marty Walden · 16 Comments

Disclosure: This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #CreateWithPilot #PowerToThePen #CollectiveBias Work from home but no space for an office? Learn how to turn a closet into a home office (plus all the details on the craft room organization!) (Check out my video tour at the end of this post!)… Read More

Filed Under: Crafts, Declutter, Home Projects, Organization, Popular Posts, Room Makeovers, sponsored post

Top 10 Yard Sale Bargains: What to Buy and How to Save!

Top 10 Yard Sale Bargains: What to Buy and How to Save!

By Marty Walden · 56 Comments

This must have list of top 10 yard sale bargains will save you thousands with all the tips you need on what to shop for at yard and garage sales, thrift stores and craigslist! Want to create a beautiful home but you’re short on money and time? Maybe you think staying at home with the kids isn’t possible because there… Read More

Filed Under: Declutter, frugal living, Home Projects, money, Organization Tagged With: bargains, thrifty, yard sale

5 Organization Ideas for Small Spaces

5 Organization Ideas for Small Spaces

By Marty Walden · 12 Comments

These smart organization ideas for small spaces include 5 ways to make the best of your space by using clever and inexpensive storage options.   One of the things I hear most from my readers is that you want a home that is both beautiful and functional. But how do you achieve that when there’s stuff everywhere? Even if you… Read More

Filed Under: Declutter, DIY, Favorite Posts, Home Projects, Organization Tagged With: craft room, organization, storage, underbed

Decluttering Sentimental Items: My Top 5 Secrets!

Decluttering Sentimental Items: My Top 5 Secrets!

By Marty Walden · 10 Comments

Overwhelmed by all your stuff? These top 5 secrets for decluttering sentimental items will bring you one step closer to an organized home and life! When I was a newlywed bride I began clipping pictures out of decorating magazines to create my dream home.  I excitedly cut and pasted the pictures onto notebook pages and watched excitedly as a scrapbook… Read More

Filed Under: Declutter, Grief, Organization

How to Declutter After a Death or Loss

How to Declutter After a Death or Loss

By Marty Walden · Leave a Comment

If you don’t know how to declutter after a death or loss, these five easy steps will walk you through the process of getting unstuck and letting go. Photo by Malte Fleuter on Unsplash I still remember the day my parents moved into the nursing home. Totally unexpected, this move changed not only their lives, but my own. At the… Read More

Filed Under: Declutter, Grief, Home Projects, Lifestyle, Organization

Clutter and Grief: Are They Connected?

Clutter and Grief: Are They Connected?

By Marty Walden · 29 Comments

Wonder why you’re overwhelmed and can’t get control of your home? The connection between clutter and grief may be your missing answer. If you’ve experienced loss and feel stuck there is hope! My husband and I were arguing that night at the dinner table. I remember it well.  We had recently adopted a sibling group of three children and gone… Read More

Filed Under: Declutter, Grief, Home Projects, Lifestyle, Organization

Create an Organized and Thrifty Home Office Nook

Create an Organized and Thrifty Home Office Nook

By Marty Walden · 4 Comments

Create an organized and thrifty home office nook in your home with these simple tips on organizing your office space, time AND your life! It seems everyone wants to work from home these days. Ah, the luxury. Leisurely mornings, cup of coffee in one hand, checking emails on the cell phone with the other. Checking off to do lists with… Read More

Filed Under: Declutter, Home Projects, Organization, Room Makeovers

Small Laundry Room Ideas and Pantry Makeover

Small Laundry Room Ideas and Pantry Makeover

By Marty Walden · 6 Comments

This post on Small Laundry Room Ideas has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #BIGDeal #CollectiveBias. I’ve drooled over beautiful laundry rooms and pantries on Pinterest for months now. Our poor little space was just crammed full of stuff. Lots of stuff, I tell you. His stuff and her stuff. Their stuff and… Read More

Filed Under: Declutter, Home Projects, Organization, Room Makeovers, sponsored post

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