Too often I see linen closets that more closely resemble sloppily over-stuffed suitcases than a well-tended supply of sheets. Shelves hold masses of cloth so tightly bunched together that reaching for a single towel causes a fabric avalanche. Ladies and Gents, it's time to take back the linen closet. Step 1: Empty the closet's contents. Step 2: Sort through the soft mound. Get rid of all towels with fringes hanging off their edges, and linens ...

Today I'm over on Arianna's beautiful site, AriannaBelle.com, sharing how I organize my nightstand. Click here to read the post!

I bet you've always wondered where the term "lazy Susan" comes from. Well, today I am not here to clear that up. Turns out, Suzie Q. and her namesake spinning plate remain one of the great unsolved domestic mysteries. These twirling trays made their debut in the 18th century as "dumbwaiters." With household servants on the decline, the poor upper crust were forced to compensate, and the rotating platter was born. We can only assume ...

Mornings are hard on most of us. True, there does walk among us a mutant strain of human that actually thrives during the early hours, but for the majority of us, mornings are when our minds and limbs move the slowest. So what can be done to help inject some speed and efficiency into our morning routine? Easy, install a breakfast bar. "Breakfast bar" is a fancy way of saying "a place in the kitchen ...

Ok kids, its time to talk winter wear. Lots of people struggle with organizing things like coats, jackets and sweaters because they can be so bulky, finicky, and generally uncooperative. But don’t fret, my little pet, I am here to debunk the issue of winter wardrobe for good. First things first: sweaters should be folded rather than hung in order to avoid stretching, otherwise you’re bound to end up with a hanger crease that looks ...