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BloggerFEATUREOutside the OrganizerBOXDEBI WAYLANDHello! I’m Debi Wayland, the girl behind Life Currentswhere I write about healthy dishes, projects, craftsand organizing. Life takes you many places. Ride withthe current and see where it takes you. I invite you tojoin me as I celebrate my love of life.lifecurrents.dw2.netBATHROOM Consider a small version of thisorganizer that stays with your suitcasesso that you can take it on vacation. Putall your toiletries in it and when youarrive at the destination you can hangit up, and it doesn’t take up any roomin those tiny hotel bathrooms.Brought toyou byUse a shoe organizer or create your own catch-all for every room.COUNTER HELPOrganizing theBathroomCorral the clutter by cleaning out thosedrawers and linen closets. uy a pretty glass jar forBthe bathroom counter. It’s agreat way to store itemsyou want to grab as you’reheading out in the morningsuch as vitamins, chewycalcium squares or othersupplements. uring cold and flu season,Dfill your jar with cough dropsor packets of Emergen-c.IDEAMEDo you have a medicine cabinetwith metal on the inside? If so, smallmagnetic bins are a great way toorganize everything from makeupto medicines. I have a bin to hold allmy eye makeup: liners, mascara, etc.Don’t forget to use the back of thedoor to hold small flat items such asbobby pins or small cuticle trimmers.bought organizer doesn’t seem to fit your needs, consider sewing your own forS FOR YOB AT H R O O M S T O R A G E & O R G A N I Z AT I O NU 2016 WOMEN’S CHOICE AWARDS custom-sized pockets. You can use these handy, hanging organizers for a variety of items in each room of your home. Reposition the shelves so thatthey fit your other items withoutwasting space.Corral ponytail holders with acarabiner, shower curtain ring ora large barrette. If you have kids, be sure to put thepaint & “permanent” colored stuff uptop where little hands can’t reach KITCHEN Once you’ve tackled the bathroomsin your home, I hope you’re inspiredto move on to other rooms andcontinue organizing!BEDROOMsewing supplies, knitting materialsschool/craft suppliesgift wrapping supplies utensilsdishwashing and cleaning suppliesspices such as seasoningpackages of dry Italian, dry ranch,gravy mix, taco seasoningscoffee Dolls, toy cars and other small toysbath toys, wash cloths,baby shampoogirls’ hair bows, brushes, hairbands, head bands, ribbonssippy cupsextra crib sheetsbaby outfits — one in each pocketcloth diapersOUTDOORSbelts scarves, gloves, hatsshoes (duh!) LAUNDRY ROOM/MUDROOMcleaning supplies, stain removersticks, spray and washmesh laundry bags, fabricsoftener sheetsall the miscellaneous items thatwould normally go in a junk drawersunscreenbug spray herb garden: put pots in thepouches or put seeds directlyinside (probably use canvason this one so it drains)small garden toolsseed packetsBrought toyou byHOME OFFICE RHOMOREI’ve always been an organized person.But lately I’ve seen some really coolideas on Pinterest that have inspiredme to be even more organized.I started in the bathrooms andhave several tips to helpyou organize yourbathrooms, too. metal hangers with colorful ribbon and hang on removable hooks. If the store- part starts. screw them in to the top of the door but a better option might be to replace the You have to pull everything out just to see it all. But, once that’s done, the fun sure to get a clear one so you don’t have to look inside each pocket. You can THE FIRST STEP OF SORTING AND CLEANING IS THE LONGEST AND HARDEST.KIDS AND BABY’S ROOMSI LOVE THOSE OVER-THE-DOOR SHOE ORGANIZERS. They’re so versatile! BeCRAFT SUPPLIESbathtub toyshairspray, toiletries, makeup,fingernail polish, lotions,body wash, bubble bathfirst aid suppliesbackup supplies in the guestbathroom such as toothbrushes,tooth paste, mini shampoo bottlesgirls’ hair accessories like brushes,ribbons, barrettes, clips, bows, etc.staplers, tape dispensers,general office suppliesstationeryBEST FOR HOME B AT H R O O M S T O R A G E & O R G A N I Z AT I O N

TO GET WHATYOU WANT,YOU MUSTKNOW WHATYOU WANT.TO KNOW WHATYOU WANT,LEARN WHAT’SPOSSIBLE.BathroomIDEASBrought to you byUPDATING YOUR BATHROOM DOESN’T HAVE TO BE A TEDIOUS PROJECT. In fact, it can be a project you and a helpercan tackle in less than a day. Let us show you how to transform your bath and get the look you’ve always wanted for less.BATHROOM LIGHTING IDEASHow to eliminateEOFOUR DESIGNERSSarah Reep, ASID, IIDA, Certified MasterDesigner at KraftMaid Cabinetry.ASK ONthat drawer crammed withold lip balm, bobby pins, cottonswabs and cuticle scissors.AFFORDABLE BATHROOM UPDATESAPPEARANCES AREN’T WHAT’S MOST IMPORTANT. You and yourdesigner can work together to create a beautiful bath — KraftMaid canprovide nearly any look. But don’t just think about the look.Since vanity drawers tend to be deep and thestuff we store inside them tends to be small,this wooden-tiered storage tray doubles theusefulness of the available space — andkeeps all those bath necessities organized.DESIGN YOUR OWN VANITYLet’s upgrade our bath to dream status.Easy bath updates.DIY WORKSHOPSTo browse bath and vanity options,visit homedepot.kraftmaid.com.JUDGE IDEAS BY HOW YOUACTUALLY USE THE SPACE.People “lose stuff” in hard-to-reachplaces — so KraftMaid’s roll-outtrays are thoughtfully designed to fitaround plumbing and extend fully.It eliminates reaching around thesink to find what’s way back there,waiting to expire.2016 WOMEN’S CHOICE AWARDSNo more “Can you move,please, I need the hair dryer?”RAGTIIf someone’s at the sink blockingE SOLUwhere you usually stand, just pull thehair dryer out the other side. One morereal-life problem solved by real-life design.OBeneath the sink is a danger zonefor cabinets: it’s where leaks go quietlyunnoticed until they’ve causeddamage. So KraftMaid inventedSTWATER, WATER EVERYWHERE.NSGet started athomedepot.kraftmaid.comStrike a balance that creates an eclecticmix to suit your design aesthetic.OWhat makes a KraftMaid kitchendifferent is also true of a KraftMaidbath—from soft-close doors anddrawers to the DuraKraft PlusFinishing System, innovation comesstandard in every KraftMaid bath.CoreGuard , an innovative engineeredpolymer that protects the undersinkarea — and your investment.And KraftMaid’s standard DuraKraft Plus Finishing System means thebath (where foams, aerosols, glidesticks and liquid medicines are a dailychallenge) will stay protected fromstains, streaks and discolorations —far above industry standards.Customize size, style, color and bowl style.Use our step-by-step guides online or visit usin-store for a DIY workshop.BEST FOR HOME B AT H R O O M D E S I G N C O R N E R

TO GET WHATYOU WANT,YOU MUSTKNOW WHATYOU WANT.TO KNOW WHATYOU WANT,LEARN WHAT’SPOSSIBLE.BathroomIDEASBrought to you byUPDATING YOUR BATHROOM DOESN’T HAVE TO BE A TEDIOUS PROJECT. In fact, it can be a project you and a helpercan tackle in less than a day. Let us show you how to transform your bath and get the look you’ve always wanted for less.BATHROOM LIGHTING IDEASHow to eliminateEOFOUR DESIGNERSSarah Reep, ASID, IIDA, Certified MasterDesigner at KraftMaid Cabinetry.ASK ONthat drawer crammed withold lip balm, bobby pins, cottonswabs and cuticle scissors.AFFORDABLE BATHROOM UPDATESAPPEARANCES AREN’T WHAT’S MOST IMPORTANT. You and yourdesigner can work together to create a beautiful bath — KraftMaid canprovide nearly any look. But don’t just think about the look.Since vanity drawers tend to be deep and thestuff we store inside them tends to be small,this wooden-tiered storage tray doubles theusefulness of the available space — andkeeps all those bath necessities organized.DESIGN YOUR OWN VANITYLet’s upgrade our bath to dream status.Easy bath updates.DIY WORKSHOPSTo browse bath and vanity options,visit homedepot.kraftmaid.com.JUDGE IDEAS BY HOW YOUACTUALLY USE THE SPACE.People “lose stuff” in hard-to-reachplaces — so KraftMaid’s roll-outtrays are thoughtfully designed to fitaround plumbing and extend fully.It eliminates reaching around thesink to find what’s way back there,waiting to expire.2016 WOMEN’S CHOICE AWARDSNo more “Can you move,please, I need the hair dryer?”RAGTIIf someone’s at the sink blockingE SOLUwhere you usually stand, just pull thehair dryer out the other side. One morereal-life problem solved by real-life design.OBeneath the sink is a danger zonefor cabinets: it’s where leaks go quietlyunnoticed until they’ve causeddamage. So KraftMaid inventedSTWATER, WATER EVERYWHERE.NSGet started athomedepot.kraftmaid.comStrike a balance that creates an eclecticmix to suit your design aesthetic.OWhat makes a KraftMaid kitchendifferent is also true of a KraftMaidbath—from soft-close doors anddrawers to the DuraKraft PlusFinishing System, innovation comesstandard in every KraftMaid bath.CoreGuard , an innovative engineeredpolymer that protects the undersinkarea — and your investment.And KraftMaid’s standard DuraKraft Plus Finishing System means thebath (where foams, aerosols, glidesticks and liquid medicines are a dailychallenge) will stay protected fromstains, streaks and discolorations —far above industry standards.Customize size, style, color and bowl style.Use our step-by-step guides online or visit usin-store for a DIY workshop.BEST FOR HOME B AT H R O O M D E S I G N C O R N E R

BloggerFEATUREIDMOREMELiz Latham is the creator of Hoosier Homemade, a national lifestyleblog devoted to helping the craft and cooking challenged becomedomestic goddesses. By providing easy to understand recipesand step-by-step DIY craft and party-planning ideas, she givesthousands of moms more ways to be heroes to their families.Visit Liz at hoosierhomemade.comUHOLIZ LATHAMCleaning101S FOR YORGROUTEAYOUR SINK IS NOT THEONLY SURFACE TO USEBAKING SODA. GIVE ONEOF THESE IDEAS A TRY Toilet Bowl: Sprinkle withbaking soda and a splashof vinegar, then clean witha toilet brush.Make a tough job easy and keep yourgrout looking great from now on. Refrigerator Deodorization:Place a new, opened boxof baking soda in yourrefrigerator to deodorize Cleaning Countertops:Use baking soda forscratch-free cleaning onsurfaces like countertops.Brought toyou byNO ONE LIKES GRUNGY GROUT IN THE SHOWER OR IN Personal Care: BakingTHE BACKSPLASH AROUND THE VANITY. Keep yoursclean and fresh with these tips for getting rid of stainsand mildew.OLD GROUT may needcleaning with a wax stripperor heavy-duty cleanerplus a grout brush. Use ableaching cleanser on toughspots. Once the grout isas clean as you can getit, rinse it well. When it'sthoroughly dry, apply a coatof masonry sealer so thatit doesn't absorb dirt in thefuture. Do not use bleachto clean colored grout.Clean Your SinkNaturally and SafelyFOR MILDEWEDGROUT in tubs or showers,use a grout brush with a1 to 5 solution of chlorinebleach and water (do notuse bleach to clean coloredgrout.). Never use bleachin combination with anyammonia-based products,and be sure the area is wellventilated before you begin.When you've finished, rinsethe area well to remove alltraces of bleach.Brought to you byKEEP IT CLEAN 2016 WOMEN’S CHOICE AWARDS Pots, pans, and stainlesssteel: Use baking soda asa paste to safely cleanstuck-on food.A kitchen staple makes cleaning a breeze.WE’RE ALL FAMILIAR WITH BAKING SODA FOR OUR BAKING, but what about forcleaning? Did you know you can use it as a multi-purpose cleaner throughout your home?CLEAN COLOREDGROUT with a heavy-dutycleaner and a grout brush,but don't use bleach as thismay remove the color fromthe grout. Be sure to neveruse a bleaching solution oncolored grout. A masonrysealer can be applied toclean, colored grout toward off future stains.soda is a natural andaffordable option to meetmany personal care needs,including cleaning andexfoliating, soothing minorskin irritations, fresheningbreath and clarifying hair.THINGS YOU’LL NEED ax stripper or heavyWduty cleaner Grout brush Bleaching cleanser Water Masonry sealerSinks see a lot of traffic —usually dirty traffic — ina day. Keep your sinklooking great — naturallyand safely — with bakingsoda.When I first started HoosierHomemade and for manyyears prior to that, I usedbaking soda to clean ourhome. Not only does itwork great, it’s also lessexpensive than commercialcleaners. Not to mention,it doesn’t have all thosechemicals and fumes thatthe sprays do.Fast-forward a few years,and the busier I am withblogging and the business,my husband Doug hastaken over much of thecleaning for me. Now, whileit’s a HUGE help to havehim working with me, guyssometimes just like doingthings their own way. Andhe liked using the sprays.Since I didn’t want tocomplain — after all, he wascleaning the house — I lethim clean with the productshe wanted.Then along came theopportunity to use bakingsoda, so I had him give ita try for himself. Let’s justsay — he is sold on usingbaking soda from now on.Just a sprinkle of the bakingsoda in the sink, a littlewater and a sponge is allhe used.Baking soda is perfect forthe laundry room too. Addtwo scoops of baking sodato your load to get yourclothes whiter and fresher.BEST FOR HOME KEEP IT CLEAN

Fresh and CLEANKeeping your kitchen clean is an everyday endeavor, but it doesn’t have to be ahard one. The secret? Stocking up on the best tools for the job.HERE WE UNLOCK EASY, YETPOWERFUL TIPS for making yourkitchen sparkle using these mostrecommended cleaning products.FLOORINGMAKE FLOORS SHINE. Give yourkitchen floor a daily once-over witha Swiffer Sweep & Trap to keep itcrumb- and dust-free. Tip: It alsoworks well for big dry spills. For wetspills, sticky spots, or dirty footprints,the Swiffer Sweeper will easily dothe trick. When you’re ready for adeeper, wall-to-wall clean, breakout the Swiffer Bissell SteamBoost.GETTING IT DONE WITH #1. Whenit comes to your laundry and dishes,simplify these chores by usingthese most-recommended toolsfor the job.WALLS, CEILINGS, LIGHTSAND FANSELIMINATE DUST. A Swiffer Mop isnot just for the floor! Mop your ceilingsand walls, too, to remove cobwebsor prep for painting. Remove dust andallergens from your ceiling fans andlight fixtures easily with a Swiffer360o Duster Extender.FRESH SMELLHOMESPRAY AWAY FOOD ODORS.Keep a can of Febreze underthe sink to quickly replacelingering food smells with afresh, inviting scent.RDI2016 WOMEN’S CHOICE AWARDST CLEAN OUT YOUR OVEN. Dawndishwasher detergent is an excellentdegreaser. You can also try a homemade solution of three parts hotwater and one part white vinegar,plus the juice of one lemon, freshlysqueezed. Use a spray bottleto spread the solution andBounty paper towelsto scrub the baked-ongrease away.BRIGHKEEP IT CLEANDE-GREASE SURFACES. You alreadyknow Dawn dish soap easily cleansgreasy dishes, so it makes sense thatit can do the same for countertops,stoves (even burners), refrigeratorsand more. How to do it: Apply a fewdrops to a sponge or dish cloth underrunning, warm water. Squeeze outsuds. Scrub; then use a Bounty papertowel to dry the surface. You can alsouse Mr. Clean multipurpose cleanersto disinfect any surface in yourkitchen.EAUCOUNTERTOPS AND MOREWIPE AWAY GRIME—EASILY. Noneed to scrub and strain to removeyour walls’ grimy marks and stains.The Mr. Clean Magic Eraser workssome serious magic with a fewsimple swipes. And don’t forgetthe baseboards!OS FOR YSpray Febreze directly on yourair filters, that way it will circulate through your entire housewhen the air kicks on.DISHESLAUNDRYHELP YOUR DISHWASHER DO ITSJOB. Over time, your dishwasher itselfmay get dirty. You can shine up theoutside with soap and water or acleaner formulated for stainless steel,depending on its exterior material. Foran interior cleaning, run a cycle withCascade Dishwasher Cleaner. Usesoapy water and Bounty paper towelsto remove mold and mildew from therubber seal around the dishwasherdoor. Also, you can boost yourdishwasher’s efficiency by cleaningits spray-arm nozzles, which canget clogged with food or hard-watermineral deposits. Clean out the holeswith a toothpick or paper clip,or a soft brush and vinegar.UNDERSTANDING HIGH EFFICIENCY.Get amazing results while savingwater and electricity with Tide HEdetergent - 6x the cleaning power inhalf the wash time with smart sudstechnology.You’ll find all of these fineProctor & Gamble products atThe Home Depot. Click here.A 2016 Women’sChoice Award WinnerBEST FOR HOME KEEP IT CLEAN

Fresh and CLEANKeeping your kitchen clean is an everyday endeavor, but it doesn’t have to be ahard one. The secret? Stocking up on the best tools for the job.HERE WE UNLOCK EASY, YETPOWERFUL TIPS for making yourkitchen sparkle using these mostrecommended cleaning products.FLOORINGMAKE FLOORS SHINE. Give yourkitchen floor a daily once-over witha Swiffer Sweep & Trap to keep itcrumb- and dust-free. Tip: It alsoworks well for big dry spills. For wetspills, sticky spots, or dirty footprints,the Swiffer Sweeper will easily dothe trick. When you’re ready for adeeper, wall-to-wall clean, breakout the Swiffer Bissell SteamBoost.GETTING IT DONE WITH #1. Whenit comes to your laundry and dishes,simplify these chores by usingthese most-recommended toolsfor the job.WALLS, CEILINGS, LIGHTSAND FANSELIMINATE DUST. A Swiffer Mop isnot just for the floor! Mop your ceilingsand walls, too, to remove cobwebsor prep for painting. Remove dust andallergens from your ceiling fans andlight fixtures easily with a Swiffer360o Duster Extender.FRESH SMELLHOMESPRAY AWAY FOOD ODORS.Keep a can of Febreze underthe sink to quickly replacelingering food smells with afresh, inviting scent.RDI2016 WOMEN’S CHOICE AWARDST CLEAN OUT YOUR OVEN. Dawndishwasher detergent is an excellentdegreaser. You can also try a homemade solution of three parts hotwater and one part white vinegar,plus the juice of one lemon, freshlysqueezed. Use a spray bottleto spread the solution andBounty paper towelsto scrub the baked-ongrease away.BRIGHKEEP IT CLEANDE-GREASE SURFACES. You alreadyknow Dawn dish soap easily cleansgreasy dishes, so it makes sense thatit can do the same for countertops,stoves (even burners), refrigeratorsand more. How to do it: Apply a fewdrops to a sponge or dish cloth underrunning, warm water. Squeeze outsuds. Scrub; then use a Bounty papertowel to dry the surface. You can alsouse Mr. Clean multipurpose cleanersto disinfect any surface in yourkitchen.EAUCOUNTERTOPS AND MOREWIPE AWAY GRIME—EASILY. Noneed to scrub and strain to removeyour walls’ grimy marks and stains.The Mr. Clean Magic Eraser workssome serious magic with a fewsimple swipes. And don’t forgetthe baseboards!OS FOR YSpray Febreze directly on yourair filters, that way it will circulate through your entire housewhen the air kicks on.DISHESLAUNDRYHELP YOUR DISHWASHER DO ITSJOB. Over time, your dishwasher itselfmay get dirty. You can shine up theoutside with soap and water or acleaner formulated for stainless steel,depending on its exterior material. Foran interior cleaning, run a cycle withCascade Dishwasher Cleaner. Usesoapy water and Bounty paper towelsto remove mold and mildew from therubber seal around the dishwasherdoor. Also, you can boost yourdishwasher’s efficiency by cleaningits spray-arm nozzles, which canget clogged with food or hard-watermineral deposits. Clean out the holeswith a toothpick or paper clip,or a soft brush and vinegar.UNDERSTANDING HIGH EFFICIENCY.Get amazing results while savingwater and electricity with Tide HEdetergent - 6x the cleaning power inhalf the wash time with smart sudstechnology.You’ll find all of these fineProctor & Gamble products atThe Home Depot. Click here.A 2016 Women’sChoice Award WinnerBEST FOR HOME KEEP IT CLEAN

BloggerFEATUREIDMOREMELiz Latham is the creator of Hoosier Homemade, a national lifestyleblog devoted to helping the craft and cooking challenged becomedomestic goddesses. By providing easy to understand recipesand step-by-step DIY craft and party-planning ideas, she givesthousands of moms more wa

CRAFT SUPPLIES sewing supplies, knitting materials school/craft supplies gift wrapping supplies If you have kids, be sure to put the paint & “permanent” colored stuff up top where little hands can’t reach. . body wash, bubble bath first aid supplies