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    DIY,  Home Decor,  Self help

    Home Organization: Hacks for Every Room!

    That title might be a bit deceptive. Not sure I have a hack for EVERY room but I will share the knowledge that I do have. Keeping a house running smoothly will require some home organization hacks along the way!

    Functional Bathrooms

    Having a double vanity sink would make one think there is enough space for all one’s bathroom products. One would be wrong. Having a proper organization hack will help utilize the small spaces underneath bathroom sinks. I’ve utilized double tiered shelving as well as hair appliance storage. You can check out my hair appliance organizer here. (As an Amazon Associate, I may earn commission from any viable link.)

    Smart Tips for an Organized Kitchen

    No matter the size of the kitchen, there are plenty of items to fill it! For a small kitchen especially, there are organizational tips and tricks. For example, a lazy Susan is a wonderful hack for organizing spices. Upper cabinets that extend all the way to the ceiling are also a nice addition of space.

    Snapware glass containers are great for food storage and stack nicely in the cabinets when unused.

    Hacks for a Clutter-Free Bedroom

    Under the bed storage organizers are a brilliant hack for saving space in the bedroom. I use a couple of zip-up storage containers.

    In our youngest son’s bedroom, canvas storage totes are used to hold not only clothing but toys and books as well. You can read about our recent update to our son’s room, here.

    kids bedroom design
    Creative under-the-bed storage solutions.

    Any quick Google search can generate a wealth of home organization hack resources. An account I discovered on Instagram that has amazing home organization hacks is @lelaburris She also has a beautiful blog that highlights some great organization tips. You can read about it here.

    Using these hacks, think of ways to create space-saving storage solutions and organization in your own home! Let me know what other home organization hacks you incorporate at your house. I’d love to hear from you!

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    Fashion

    Trends in Jeans I’m Predicting for Moms this Fall:

    Fall is my absolute favorite season and with it comes a whole new opportunity to change wardrobes and styles. As a mom – maybe even just as a woman – finding a good pair of jeans is always a challenge. We, as moms, want to look nice but have the functionality to take care of business when necessary. Here are some trends in jeans I’m predicting for moms this fall.

    Wide-leg Jeans: the classic friend

    As much as I loved the pairing of skinny jeans with an oversized sweatshirt or tunic, I’m loving the wide legged jean’s silhouette. For an apple shaped girlie, the wide leg draws the eye to an area other than the tummy. While I feel some are still wearing the skinny jeans and leggings, the wide leg jean is on trend for

    this fall.

    These jeans were a purchase for my senior daughter. They are an absolute hit! *As an Amazon Associate, I may earn commission on any viable links.*

    Cargo Jeans: the trendy friend

    This is one trend, I am uncertain I will get on board with. The jury’s still out on how I feel about all the pockets of the cargo jean. In my search for examples to share, I came across another blogger’s take on the fall season jean trend and like her perspective. You can read her thoughts, here.

    Retail Cheapskate is always providing great deal ideas!

    Thick-cuffed Jeans: possible friend of short girls

    Being 4′ 10″, I love any excuse to cuff or turn up my jeans. Carefully curating my wardrobe affords me to show off some great, classic styles. You can read about my capsule wardrobe planning, here.

    Elastic Waistband Jeans: every mom’s friend

    Another win in my book is jeans with an elastic waist band. I mean, what’s not to love? Now, to be honest, I’m not sure the style below is for me; however, these came on my radar as I was viewing various jean styles on Instagram.

    Four types of jean trends for this fall: wide-legged, cuffed, cargo, and elastic waist bands. Which trend will you try?

    These jeans are No Boundaries Pull-On Cargo jeans from Walmart.