Confessions of a Compulsive Organizer

  • Model Home Perfect: The Right Furniture For Your New Home

    6 March 2015

    If you have ever walked through the model home of a new development or toured a furnished apartment, you have probably noticed the luxurious furniture that is often displayed in those places. Builders and management companies want you to get an idea of how a room will look with furniture in it, so they find pieces that look nice, and arrange them attractively in the room. There is just one problem.

  • Useful Tips When Prepping Your House For The Winter

    26 February 2015

    The winter months can be cold, especially if you live up north. Fortunately, you can prepare your home for the cold by considering these tips:  Stock Up on Propane Tanks If your heater is gas-powered, you are going to want to stock up on propane tanks. That way, you can always keep your heater running throughout the winter months. You can order these tanks online, and they can be delivered directly to your door.

  • The Basics Of Adding Edible Printing To Your Bakery

    16 February 2015

    One of the greatest innovations for bakeries was the development of edible printing. Investing in a printer, edible ink and edible paper gives your bakery business the freedom to produce flawless images to scale for cakes, cupcakes, cookies and more. If you are trying to set your business apart, consider the benefits of merging technology and your personal designs to create decorative, beautiful products for your customers. Here's a look at what you should know to put edible printing on the design board at your bakery.

  • Frugal Living: 4 Ways To Save Money On Homeowners Insurance

    6 February 2015

    For many homeowners, keeping up with the cost of homeowners insurance can put a huge strain on their monthly budget. If you have found yourself struggling with this same problem, you should know that there are several ways to lower the cost of your insurance premiums without sacrificing the coverage you need. The four tips outlined below can help you to accomplish this goal. Consider Raising Your Deductible One of the easiest ways to get lower insurance rates is to choose a higher deductible.

  • How To Clean An Antique Lamp To Prepare For Selling It

    28 January 2015

    Old antique lamps will often have oil that has accumulated inside. If the oil is not cleaned out, it can become a safety hazard. Also, if the oil is not cleaned out regularly, the lamp can look very unattractive. This is especially a problem if you intend to sell the lamp and want to get the best price for it. Remove the Excess Oil You can begin by first pouring out all of the old oil inside the antique lamp.

  • 3 Ways To Keep Pests Out Of Your Self Storage Unit

    15 January 2015

    Packing away your belongings and putting them into storage is an ideal way to create more space in your home without parting with your belongings. You can simply have them sitting at your secure and accessible storage unit when you are ready to start using them again. Although your storage unit is secure against weather conditions, you may be worried about pests coming into your storage unit and invading your belongings.

  • Helpful Moving Tips To Remember Before The Movers Arrive

    5 January 2015

    Moving can be an exciting and stressing experience, especially when you have a lot of household items to move. By taking the time to plan your move, you eliminate a lot of the aggravation that always seems to come with moving to a new home. Check out these tips for making moving easier on you and your family: Cords And Cables: The Red Goes Where? If you have a lot of electronics like televisions, desk top computers and DVD players, you may also have a great many cords and cables to take out before moving them.

  • Self Storage on a Budget: How to Get What You Want

    9 December 2014

    When you have a lot of excess stuff, having a storage unit can help you organize your personal space. Finding affordable self storage can be a hassle when you have a small budget for spending. Learn how to get great storage for your needs at a price point you can afford with your tight finances. Ask about discount programs Some storage unit facilities offer discounts to people for a variety of reasons.

  • 2 Easy Ways To Make Your Car Battery Last Longer

    3 December 2014

    The last thing most people want to spend money on is new car parts. With the average cost of an automobile battery running at about $170 to $300, finding ways to make your battery last longer can be an easy way to save on your car maintenance costs. Here are 2 simple things you can do to extend the life of your vehicle's battery in the future. 1. Keep Your Car Battery Clean 

  • 3 Ways Self Storage Units Increase Efficiency During Peak Business Production Times

    2 December 2014

    It's best to build your business slowly with incremental growth and investment but that doesn't mean you have to pass up major orders until you're perfectly set up for larger production runs. Here are 3 ways onsite self storage units can help you maintain and increase efficiency as you meet new business challenges: 1) Onsite self storage units increase production capability. Self storage units provide your company with additional space to store the equipment, raw materials and product packaging you will need during unusually high manufacturing periods.