Category Archives: DIYðŸ’
Within Reach
Over time, my husband taught himself how to repair every part of our 1919 Foursquare Oregon home. The kitchen was last in our prolonged renovation. When my husband, a recreational property developer, saw his business evaporate in 2008, he finally … Continue reading
Sustainable Furnishings Council
I often see furniture that’s made with eco-friendly materials labeled to indicate that. But I don’t see these labels on smaller home furnishings, such as pillows or decorative accessories. Where can I find eco-friendly, smaller decor? A: There are few labels … Continue reading
Decluttering When You Have Kids
Q : I’ve decluttered so much already, but there’s always stuff everywhere, and there’s not much else I can get rid of. Should I organize better or get the kids to help? A: We have to recognize the difference between clutter and … Continue reading
Green Clean: Sponge Edition
Ditch your sponge for good. Your kitchen sponge is one of the dirtiest items in your house. The rule of thumb is to replace the germ sack once a week but do one better and switch to a silicone or machine-washable option. Cleaner and eco-friendly? We … Continue reading
Best Advice
Let your home grow with you — don’t be afraid to let something go if you don’t love it. I am constantly editing my home and keeping things around that only make me feel good and remind me of people … Continue reading
