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Time to Fire up the Grill

Time to Fire up the Grill

Jun 28, 2013 | |

Summer is officially here! It’s time to set up your hammock, break out the lemonade and start celebrating all the things that make this season so great. One of our favorite things about the summer is throwing a bbq with friends and family. What better way is there to enjoy the warmer weather, than by grilling up some food and spending time with loved ones? Pulling off a great bbq takes a little more effort than just firing up the grill and throwing on some meat, however.  Here are a couple ideas to get you started and help you...

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Motivate Yourself to Get Organized

Motivate Yourself to Get Organized

May 15, 2013 | , |

Cleaning up and organizing your home is not always easy. There is a seemingly endless list of demands in life that keeps us busy and there are plenty of things we would rather do when we actually get a break. It can be really hard to fit cleaning into a busy schedule and even harder to get motivated to actually do it. Here are a few things that may help you get yourself motivated to get organized: MAKE IT A PRIORITY We all have a lot to get done during any given day; however, if you don’t make organization...

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Organization for College Students – What to do this Summer?

Organization for College Students – What to do this Summer?

Apr 30, 2013 | , |

Last year we wrote an article on dorm room organization. With such a small living space, and so much going on at college, it can be hard to keep your dorm room organized and looking good. If you want a refresher, take a look at that article here for some ideas on how to keep your dorm room in tip top shape. While we were thinking about college and dorm rooms, we figured it was about time to check back in with the college students out there who are trying to get more organized. Students face unique challenges in...

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Storing Musical Instruments

Storing Musical Instruments

Apr 12, 2013 | |

When a musician plays their instrument, it can be an incredible experience. With the flick of a finger or a simple breath, they can bring the notes on a page to life, shape our emotions, and bring beauty to our lives like few other things can. Whether you are an aspiring musician or an accomplished concert pianist, your musical instrument probably holds a lot of value for you. It goes without saying, then, that you want to take the absolute best care of your instrument. This is especially true when it is in storage. Here are a some tips...

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Spring Cleaning Made Easy

Spring Cleaning Made Easy

Mar 29, 2013 | , |

Not long ago we were in the midst of winter. The days were shorter, the temperature cooler, and the weather not quite as good.  With winter behind us, and our clocks set forward, it’s time to enjoy the sun and longer daylight hours, and maybe do a little spring cleaning…well, maybe… Spring cleaning doesn’t have to be so bad this year. Just focus on these spring cleaning basics and you will soon have everything whipped into shape and be halfway to summer before you know it. Get Organized Start by planning out your attack. Make a list of what...

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Tips for Packing Your Boxes

Tips for Packing Your Boxes

Mar 22, 2013 | |

At some point in their lives, most people find themselves in situations where they have to pack something more than a suitcase. It can be a daunting task, but with some organization and proper planning, packing can be easier than you think. Choose the Right Size Box If your boxes become too heavy, they’ll be difficult to carry or won’t hold up to being handled and moved. Use smaller boxes to pack books and papers, laying books flat or stacked. (Books can also be placed spine first with paper edges up or standing up with spines against the side...

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Kapow! How to Store Your Comic Books

Kapow! How to Store Your Comic Books

Mar 15, 2013 | |

Since the creation of Superman in 1938, comics have been a big part of American culture and a big business. From the young fans enjoying their favorite superhero’s adventures to the amateur collector looking to cash in on his collection, comics are a big deal these days. Even serious investors have gotten into comics in recent years. In 2010, a New York Auction Company sold the 1st Superman comic for $1.5 million (it cost just 10 cents in 1938 when it came out)…not a bad return on investment for the collector who held on to that one. If you...

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