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Two People, One Tiny Closet A Small Space Storage Agony with 5 Problems & 5 Clever Solutions
It is chaotic evil that two wardrobe/fashion-loving people have such alarmingly limited closet space. Of course, like most things in life it is not the end of the world nor is it a deal breaker, but it is difficult to manage. To top it off, I am a disorganized person by nature and am quite positive this wont change over night (but if you have any tips or magic spells, let me know). But regardless of lack of natural ability, even the most disorganized among us love to bear witness to a closet with every article of clothing neatly sorted...
How to Add Resistance Bands to Your Workouts
Adding bands to traditional lifts can breathe new life into old exercises and take your workout intensity to a new level.Unlike other flavor-of-the-month fitness trends, resistance bands specifically superbands seem even more valuable today than they did a decade ago. From mobility exercises to dynamic warm-ups to band-only exercises, the versatility of these inexpensive and portable devices makes them an MVP of the weight room. An effective and underused training strategy is combining bands with traditional gym lifts, and two different techniques have been embraced by strength athletes over the last several years. Both train body control and strength, and...
Domestic Science: An Exciting New Limited-Edition Collection from Ikea
Its as if Ikea has been reading our minds and hacking into our in-boxesbecause their new limited-edition collection of housekeeping wares is exactly what weve been hoping for: good-looking, well-made, well-priced everyday domestic tools made from natural materials. Heres what were eyeing from their Borstad line, in stores this February: Photography courtesy of Ikea. Above: The products in the Borstad line are all made from natural materials such as hardwood, cedar, metal, rattan and canvas. From left: a rattan Carpet Beater ($5.99), a linen Shoe Bag ($4.99), a Dust Pan and Brush ($12.99), a Hanging Organizer ($12.99), a standing Dust...
12 Ikea Organizing Hacks
Ikea has become the hub of all things organization. If youre as organization obsessed as I am then you may be wondering how you can use some of these brilliant Ikea organizing hacks in your own home. Look no further! We have compiled a list of the top 12 Ikea organizing hacks for you to adapt into your home and your life. We have compiled some of our favourite ones from around the web for you below. Take a look and dont forget to Pin your favorites! Make Your Own Pantry If you are short on kitchen space or wish...
One-bag travel offers plenty of benefits
But by necessity it forces you to pack less and be smart with your packing choices. Depending on the length of your trip, you might end up needing to wash items during your travels. And even if you bring a larger clothes selection with checked luggage, some items may still need to be washed mid-trip. This may initially seem like a hassle. But with some planning and a few suitable supplies on hand, it can be a fairly quick and efficient process. And one that will ultimately let you pack less while still traveling for extended periods of time. If...