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Cleaning/organizing, Lifestyle, Miscellaneous

A Great Deal On Amazon: Swedish Dishcloths.

Have you tried Swedish dish cloths?

If you haven’t tried Swedish dish cloths, you will love them!

Swedish dish cloths clean things so well, and you can wash them in their washer and dishwasher too.

I love cleaning my counters and sinks with these dishcloths.

Disclosure: this blog contains affiliate links. This means that I get commission from any link you click on…but of course it’s at no cost to you!

At the price of only $13.99 for a 10-pack you can’t miss this deal! (44% off discount)

Enjoy cleaning!

xoxo,

Christy Lee

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Family, Lifestyle, Miscellaneous, Relationships

A Netflix Series I am Obsessed With!

The series that I absolutely love to watch and that inspires me is: “The Home Edit.”

The Home Edit has a new season with so many fun homes that are re-organized and re-designed.

I myself actually went and got some organziational bins. I truly want to live a more organized life.

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I believe being clean and organized brings such a sense of peace to the home.

What are some daily habits you do to keep your home organized?

For me, I make the beds every single day, it just looks cleaner and more complete.

Disclosure: this blog contains affiliate links. This means that I get commission from any link you click on…but of course it’s at no cost to you!

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Have I inspired you yet to go watch the Home Edit?

And just to add, Clea & Joanna become like your best friends in this show. These two organizers are fun and enjoyable to be around.

If you are like me you will binge the entire season quite quickly.

Enjoy!

xoxo,

Christy Lee

Cleaning/organizing, Clothing & Accessories, Lifestyle

Don’t Pass Up This Great Deals From Jane.com

When Jane.com has great deal, you have to snag them while the products are in stock. So I had to make sure and share some hot deals before they are gone!

Disclosure: this blog contains affiliate links. This means that I get commission from any link you click on…but of course it’s at no cost to you!

These phone cases + 2 grips is a great deal at just $11.99! They have previously been $29.99 so I am sure they won’t last long!

I love the variety of colors offered.

The grips that go along with this phone are useful and handy!

Check out this Desk Calendar and Sticker Bundle for just $9.97 shipped!

What a cute way to stay organized! I love the variety of stickers you have to choose from.

These cute and decorative Hello Spring Art Prints are the perfect addition to any home.

There is a wide variety to choose from at the low price of only $5.45

Easily a great way to get a print for each month or holiday. (Frames not included).

Enjoy shopping!

xoxo,

Christy Lee

Gluten-Free, Lifestyle

Is Your Gluten-Free Emergency Pack Ready? Here’s some tips and tricks.

I’m re-sharing this post because everyone year it comes up again.

It’s time for me to re-stock my gluten free emergency pack.

Here is the link to my list of gluten free items to pack in your emergency 72 hour kit.

Let me know what else you’d add… I’d love to hear!

On a side note—I use a sturdy and strong backpack.

Don’t be like me and wait for an earthquake to remind you to be prepared… it’s good to be ready to go any time!

Here’s to starting out the New Year organized!

xoxo,

Christy Lee

Cleaning/organizing, Lifestyle

A Netflix Series I have Enjoyed Lately !

One of the latest Netflix series I’ve been watching is:

“Sparking Joy,” with Marie Kondo.

I have thoroughly enjoyed this series for many reasons.

I’m always fascinated by Kondos organization transformations.

Even more, I love that Marie Kondo reminds us that cluttered living is a reflection of how feel inside.

Does this series make me want to clean my house.

Yes, specifically it makes me want to go clean my closet!

Have you watched this newer series from Marie Kondo ?

Let me know!

xoxo,

Christy Lee

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This Planner Sheet Will Keep You Happily Organized Every Day!

I love having a planner and a written out calendar to help me organize my life.

However, something that I use even more than my calendar or planner is a notepad planner that has daily checklists.

Bliss Collections Daily Planner

Disclosure: this blog contains affiliate links. This means that I get commission from any link you click on…but of course it’s at no cost to you!

This particular notepad by Bliss contains the perfect amount of daily tasks to accomplish such as:

-Appointments

-To-Do lists

-Items that MUST get done

-Water intake

-Health & fitness goals

-Meal planning

-Notes

-Daily Achievements.

I also love the design and graphic layout of this planner sheet.

And the price is the best part!

You can purchase this planner sheet pad for only $7.99!

You get 50 sheets in this bundle. To purchase, click here.

I hope this planner sheet helps you to get organized just as it has helped me!

Enjoy!

xoxo,

Christy Lee

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Cleaning/organizing, Family, Lifestyle

Top 10 Cleaning Tips from the Cleanest People Out There..

Does anyone want the secret code to keeping a clean and tidy house?

I went on a quest to find the answer to keeping a clean and tidy home.

I reached out to five of the cleanest people I know and they handed me all the answers.

What was interesting?

In the end, most of their tips were similar if not identical.

Proving, that if you follow these tips…you can keep that clean house.

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In a way, these cleaning tips are a “lifestyle” change. It’s basically guaranteed if you follow these tips, your house will be spotless.

Here are the the top 10 cleaning tips from the cleanest people out there:

  1. Every Item in the home needs a place:

Clutter and mess can be narrowed down to this–every, single item in the home has a “home.”

Even more, put those items in their designated spots. And if there are NO designated spots for items–make one.

For example, mail can pile up and add clutter. Make a designated spot and system for mail. Recycle the junk mail, have a place for bills, magazines etc. If items are properly put in their place, then naturally–the clutter is very minimal.

A huge organization tip that was mentioned time and time again, was that all items that seem to be adding clutter need to be put in their proper places.

2. Clean up after EACH meal:

Yes you heard right. After every meal clean up right away. This means plates are washed or put in the dishwasher, the counter is wiped down, the floors are swept. The entire eating area is clean and ready for the next meal to come.

The logic behind this, is that you will have MUCH less to clean at the end of the day if you clean up after each meal.

3. Make your bed as soon as you wake up:

Basically, everyone that contributed to this post mentioned the importance of making the bed everyday.

Waking up and getting the bed made provides a fresh start and makes the room look clean and tidy.

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4. Prepare for the next day:

Meaning, get your kitchen and living space clean and tidy before bed so that when you wake up you have a clean and organized space.

If you can quickly clean the main living spaces before bed, your next day will be easier and you won’t be playing catch up with cleaning items.

You wake up in the morning with a clean slate, it sets a “clean tone” for the day.

Items suggested: Don’t leave dishes in the sink, run the dishwasher every night, wipe down kitchen counters, return items to their proper areas so there isn’t clutter throughout the house.

5. Make time to clean something everyday:

It was mentioned that the following cleaning tasks were completed on a weekly basis:

-Vacuuming

-Cleaning hardwood or tile floors

-Dusting

-Laundry

-Clean bathrooms

It was not mentioned that there were certain days to complete each task, but each and everyday, some type of cleaning task was completed to make the home feel more clean and organized.

6. Get the entire household involved in cleaning:

Whether you have a lot of kids or if it’s just you and your husband/roommate at home, get everyone involved in cleaning up.

I was always taught the phrase “many hands make light work,” and this holds true with cleaning the house.

And often times, kids enjoy cleaning more than most people think they do!

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7. Don’t start another task or activity before cleaning up the most recent task or activity:

This holds true for kids and adults. Basically, if you folded laundry, DO NOT move onto doing the dishes or running errands etc. UNTIL all the laundry is put away.

Finish cleaning tasks and you won’t constantly be playing “catch up” on cleaning the house all day.

8. Add refreshing and rejuvenating fragrances to the home:

Many of the clean people I talked to mention that they love to have a candle warmer or a diffuser with clean and refreshing scents to add to the essence of the room.

Just that little extra detail can go along way to making the house not just feel clean, but smell clean.

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9. Toss and De-clutter Items that Aren’t Being Used:

Simple and to the point, if there are items in your home that are rarely or never being used …get rid of those items!

Items that add clutter and disarray are unnecessary.

Try to de-clutter and discard items once a month so that your house stays clean and organized.

10. Don’t keep small appliances on counter tops:

Do you notice that when you go to someone’s house and their kitchen is clean and “spotless” that more often than not, there are NO small appliances stored on counter tops.

Instead, they store their small appliances such as a toaster in cupboards and shelves and pull them out as needed.

Less clutter on the counter, makes such a clean and tidy area.

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I hope these ten items can be helpful and useful to you as you strive for a clean home.

What tips would you add to the list?

I would love to hear in the comments below.

xoxo,

Christy Lee

Cleaning/organizing, Lifestyle

Best Organization Tip Ever…

All my life I have learned a lot about cleaning and organizing.

I will be the first to admit I’m NOT the most organized or cleanest… but I’m always trying.

Even more, I love learning new tips and tricks for keeping a tidy, organized home.

Of all the wonderful advice I’ve received or read about when it comes to cleaning and organizing I will tell you the best organization tip I’ve ever received was this:

The one- touch rule!”

What is the “one-touch” rule?

It’s simple.

You touch the item once and put it right where it belongs.

For example, don’t take your plate over to the sink and leave it there with the intention of coming back later to put it in the dishwasher.

You touched the dish twice.

Instead, take the dish, rinse it and put it right into the dishwasher.

One-touch.

Or maybe it’s art supplies you have on your counter. You decide to clean them up, place them to the side of the counter with the intention to put them in the arts and crafts bin later… don’t wait, do it all at once!

The idea behind the one touch rule is that every time in a house should have a proper place.

If you simply follow through with returning items to their proper place … your house stays cleaner and more organized.

At the end of the day, it’s about following through with a task.

So I have to ask, have you tried the “one-touch” rule?

Give it a try if not, and let me know if it helps you keep your home cleaner and more organized.

I am a big believer in the one-touch rule, it makes a big difference with clutter around the house.

Maybe one day, I’ll be able to teach my toddlers about this incredible organization tip.

My goal is to use the “one -touch” rule in my house everyday this week.

Can I do it?

I hope.

I’ll let you know how I do.

And I’d love to have you join me!

Until next time,

Xoxo,

Christy Lee

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Family, Lifestyle

I love this new Netflix Show!

A show that has been fun and motivating to watch on Netflix is somewhat new to Netflix called: “Get Organized with the Home Edit. “

The Home Edit is such a fun show to watch because these two women, who also have a team of organizers working under them, are professional organizers. This team of professional organizers do a fabulous job at bringing an aesthetic and organized look to any dysfunctional space.

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The Home Edit group organizes celebrity homes as well as everyday family homes.

I have learned a lot from watching all the Home Edit episodes and want to dig in and organize my house!

Some tips I have learned:

-organize in color

-edit out items or get rid of things you don’t need

-label, label, label.

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Have you watched this show yet?

Let me know a Netflix show you are enjoying.

Folding laundry is much more fun with a good show right?!

xoxo,

Christy Lee