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Having a rental kitchen doesn’t mean you should settle for boring décor. As a renter, it’s east to feel like your back is up against a wall when decorating. You aren’t allowed to paint anything, & any major changes have…

Dealing with limited storage space in the bedroom is a dilemma that has to be confronted every day. Everyone starts & ends their day in the bedroom, so getting it under control is essential. The uncertainty of the economy has…

When moving into a smaller home, the dining room is usually the first thing to go. This treasured aspect of most homes is convenient, but it’s also far from necessary. Most of us have grown accustomed to religiously eating in…

Moving into a new home or apartment can be a tumultuous experience. The choice is usually yours, since it depends mostly on perspective. On one hand, moving somewhere gives you a fresh start. Nothing is more invigorating than getting rid…

It’s easy for closets to get out of control, & cleaning them can be a daunting task. There are countless articles of clothing that you don’t use. Unfortunately, getting rid of these abandoned clothes is easier said than done. It’s…

Finding the right scent can make your holidays that much more enjoyable. Experts claim that smell is the sense that’s closest tied to our fondest memories. Filling your home with exotic aromas adds some much needed allure. So finding the…

If you still have pumpkins, there are a cornucopia of decorating options at your disposal. Part of celebrating the holidays is unleashing your creativity. Fortunately, there’s a lot more ways to use pumpkins than Jack o’Lanterns. Like most items, there…

Tackling a big cleaning project is far from easy, but the first place to start is in your mind. Hands down the worst part is getting started, so if you can get past that you are on your way. It…

Even though small space living is financially advantageous, it does have its down side. More often than not the first thing that gets sacrificed is your privacy. From permanent shared rooms to long staying guests, you will be faced with…

While having a small kitchen can be a nuisance, but it doesn’t have to be a death sentence. For most of us, the kitchen is our holy place. It’s the only spot were we can be at peace while preparing…