Cats will not like packing up, routine changes or strange smells at your new house. Add to that not being fed on time and getting less attention than usual and your feline can get really stressed out! Here are a few tips to help make the move less stressful for the family cat – in…
Moving can be stressful for humans, but even more so on your dog when they do not understand why you are moving EVERYTHING around and their environment is changing. Dogs need a little extra TLC at moving time. Here are a few tips to help make the move easier on the family dog – let’s…
Socks around wine glasses can protect their delicate stems (clean socks please!!) Do not wrap each of your plates individually – too costly and time consuming! Invest in a cheap pack of Styrofoam plates. Pack one glass plate, one Styrofoam plate, etc. Using sheets as packing material will free up box space and protect your…
Perhaps the pantry is the busiest cupboard in the home, hands big and small in and out all day rummaging through the food. And everyone’s pantry has them… a random collection of ingredients from recipes or diets that have long since been forgotten, taking up space and gathering dust. OR multiple bottles of the same…
Summer should be packed with lots of days going to the beach, or having a picnic. It is a good idea to stock the car with items you will definitely need, especially if the picnic or beach trip is sudden and unplanned! Here are a few items we suggest for your summer car kit: A…
Is your paperwork overwhelming your work space? Do you find it difficult to find important documents you need to action? Here are some handy tips to get your files organised: One Spot In-Box – Decide what the best spot is for ALL incoming papers (mail, receipts, school papers, flyers, everything). One bigger pile is much…
Yes, chances are high that you have tried before (many times???) to de-clutter and organise your desk – but it hasn’t really worked out the way you hoped. We found some very useful tips to help you achieve this desk changing experience as painless as possible: 1. Start from Scratch Removing clutter little by little…
Install shelves – Do not let your bathroom bench-top overflow with bottles, toothbrush holders, etc. Shelves utilise vertical space and de-clutter bench-tops. You can even make the most of your available space, by installing a shelf above the door. Spare towels, toilet paper, etc. can be stored here. Make use of the space behind the…
It is that time of the year: Valentine’s Day is fast approaching and the pressure is on to surprise the love of your life with something romantic and special… Sure, you could do the usual like chocolates, flowers or dining out, but that is a bit predictable (and boring??). Why not do something super special…