Blooming Wreath Flower Kit, from Paper SourceTonight I’m going to Family Night, eating pizza with cousins, watching a kids’ movie, baking a cake with the kids, then watching a grownup movie if the kids fall asleep (Let’s hope!) So my Spring Cleaning tonight will be nonexistent. There’s always the weekend – Family Night comes first! …
Spring Daisy Flower Kit, from Paper Source Today I’m getting my carpets cleaned. Now that my family room has been redone in laminate flooring, I only have carpets in the living room, hallway and bedrooms. QUICK THINGS TO DO TODAY: Do something today to bring spring into your home. Switch out your tablecloth or towels, …
QUICK THINGS TO DO TODAY: Have your plans set for Spring Break, if yours is still upcoming? Have you purchased, and served, some of spring’s delicious bounty? Snap peas, asparagus, new potatoes, green peas perhaps? Next time you’re waiting for an appointment, or waiting to pick up your kids from something, clean out your purse. …
Decorative Bunny Centerpiece, from Cost Plus World Market Late last night while we slept, was the vernal equinox. Today is the first day of Spring. I’m hoping it’s another sunny day here in Seattle – it will encourage me to do my work faster in hopes of taking my dogs to their sunny dog park …
Peter Rabbit Easter Cupcake Kit, on Amazon Yesterday we worked on spring cleaning our family room. Today we’ll work upstairs, on the lovely light-filled living room we like to spend time in during early mornings and Sunday afternoons. QUICK THINGS TO DO TODAY: Fridge and freezer maintenance – We can’t neglect our weekly fridge maintenance …
Egg-Shaped Easter Candles, from Williams-Sonoma Today we’re moving furniture to do a thorough cleaning on the family room. Since this is the room that features our biggest TV and our surround sound system, a gas fireplace and our comfiest couches, you can imagine how often this room gets used. Therefore it’s more worn out, dirty, …
Springtime Nest with Chocolate Eggs, from Williams-Sonoma QUICK THINGS TO DO TODAY: Spiff up your home for the weekend. Empty or fill dishwasher as needed; wipe kitchen counters; empty trash can and take out recycling; wipe bathroom sinks and counters; replace hand towels in bathrooms and kitchen. De-clutter entryway, mail table, coffee table and dining …
In order to buy this striped Ralph Lauren dress I’ve been hoping to add to my spring business wardrobe, I’m making myself get rid of three dresses I no longer wear. QUICK THINGS TO DO TODAY: Tidy up your home for the weekend (either before you leave for work or right after you get home …
QUICK THINGS TO DO TODAY: Do you have bags of books or clothing for charity? Put them in your trunk today and drop them off while you’re out doing errands. Make menu plans for the week ahead; create grocery shopping list Fridge and freezer maintenance – Clean one drawer, one shelf, or two door shelves …
Begonias I bought to cheer up my kitchen for Spring Today I’m thoroughly cleaning my dining room, getting it ready for Spring, dinner parties, Easter brunch, Family Night and other celebrations. QUICK THINGS TO DO TODAY: If you’re a coffee drinker, is it time to clean out your espresso or coffee machine? Run a cycle …