Making the Most Out of Your Family Vacations

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Making the Most Out of Your Family Vacations

I’ve traveled far and wide as an adult. Lucky for me, my husband has the travel bug as well. Over the years, it’s become clear to me that I’m an over packer (and I’m sure my husband would agree!), coming home with as much clean clothes as dirty clothes. Since this discovery, I’ve developed a packing list, not only to be sure that I don’t forget something important but also to be sure that I don’t pack too many “just in case” items. Not only has following a detailed list helped me but using packing cubes has also been a benefit.

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8 Benefits of Packing Cubes

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8 Benefits of Packing Cubes

Is it a fad or is it here to stay? You’ll have to be the judge of that. But I’m here to tell you that using packing cubes will change your travel game! What’s a packing cube? They are zippered pouches of varying sizes that help organize everything in your suitcase, from clothes to toiletries to electronics. I’m an avid traveler and I know that living out of a suitcase for even just a few days can get old quickly. We don’t always have the luxury of unpacking and staying in one location for an extended period of time. Enter the travel cube.

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One-Minute Habits to Start Doing Today

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One-Minute Habits to Start Doing Today

Developing habits is key to keeping your home organized and decluttered on a daily basis. Why is that? Simple tasks like putting your clothing in your laundry basket or gathering the mail into one place each day can really make your home tidier and more enjoyable to live in. There’s nothing like coming home after a day of work and entering a space that is calming.

Developing these habits, which I like to call “One-Minute Habits” doesn’t happen overnight.

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College Dorm Room Product Recommendations

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College Dorm Room Product Recommendations

When setting up your college dorm room, there are key items that everyone must have. From clothes to shoes, books and school supplies, bedding and towels, there are a lot of necessities that you’ll have to bring. There are some things that will help make your dorm room just a little bit extra special. Below are some of the favorite products that Living. Simplified. suggests.

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How To Organizer Your College Closet and Dresser

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How To Organizer Your College Closet and Dresser

If you’re lucky, you’ll have an actual full size closet in your dorm room. For others, you may only have an armoire, like pictured above. Definitely not a lot of space to keep your clothes! These tips and tricks are great for organizing your dorm closet or armoire. And they’re also handy for anyone who has a small closet, whether you live in a dorm, an apartment, or an old home with small closets.

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College Dorm Room Essentials for a Better College Experience

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College Dorm Room Essentials for a Better College Experience

With a little creativity, you can learn how to maximize the space in your dorm room so you can live in an uncluttered and organized room. Knowing where your items are, entering a room that’s put together, and enjoying your college dorm room will all lead to increased productivity. And you won’t be embarrassed when your friends stop by unexpectedly.

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Attic Organization Product Guide

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Attic Organization Product Guide

Once you’ve completed the decluttering and organizing process in your attic, it’s time to purchase organizing supplies if you think it’s necessary. Since the attic is a space that guests aren’t seeing, it’s key here to use items that are useful and not necessarily the most beautiful. Here are a few of Living. Simplified.’s favorite products.

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Your Complete Guide to Attic Storage

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Your Complete Guide to Attic Storage

Is it Safe to Store Items in the Attic? Storage is often at a premium in our homes, so we are tempted to take advantage of every bit of space we have, including the attic. When you’re organizing your home or getting in the spring-cleaning mood, it’s very tempting to put off the decision-making process (should I keep or discard this?) by stashing items in your attic. Out-of-sight, out-of-mind, right? Well, not really because you know what’s up in your attic even if you can’t quite find that one particular item you’re looking for.

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