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The 7-Day Organization Plan
An hour a day keeps the mess away. Stay on schedule and your home will stay organized. No stress required

Too Much Stuff
Everyone’s guilty of keeping a few pairs of too-small jeans or unread magazines. Clear that clutter with a three-pronged approach

Doing Double-Duty
Multipurpose furniture saves space and money while staying stylish for the modern home

Responsible Recycling
The time to get organized is now – but don’t get overeager and sidestep these ethics of decluttering

Everybody Hoards
It’s called a reality show for a reason. Experts from A&E's “Hoarders” explain the psychological underpinnings of hoarding, and how to curb the urge

No More Chaotic Kitchen
Kitchens are the family’s hub of activity. Get it organized to keep life from grinding to a halt

The Perils of Collecting Clutter
Chronic clutter can lead to amusing revelations for visitors. Joel Dovev, author of “Crap At My Parents’ House,” spun it into a book deal

Time to Downsize
A small space helps people live simpler, greener and more organized lives. Here are some tips on how to downsize

Tech Geek to Clean Freak
Keep all your gear in order with these fun tech organizers

Visualize This
Handy design apps help bring any dream home into reality

Home Ergonomics
No, it’s not a junior high class for cooking and sewing. Ergonomically designed homes can help people work and live comfortably

Clean Like a Machine
Take the tedium out of cleaning with simple approaches that make getting the job done easy and effortless

Just the Facts, Please
A comprehensive look at the state of disorganization

It's Never Too Early
Here's how to encourage children to adopt an organized approach to their bedrooms - without using those awful four words

One Step at a Time
It's never been easier to reclaim your home. Here are 40 fresh ideas to keep it organized, room by room, all year long

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Baby Talk
Hollywood’s hottest new design duo shares inspired ideas, avoidable mistakes and easy solutions for any nursery

The Boomerang Effect
Pass the popcorn and make room on the couch. Popular services that brought movies and TV shows to the Internet are finally coming home to the TV

What Not to (make your home) Wear
From his closet to your home, Clinton Kelly shares 5 timeless style tips

Travel A to Z
Create a visual reminder of the year’s favorite travels with a mantle-worthy craft

Laundry’s New Cycle
Laundry day is quickly becoming less of a hassle with new technologies being announced nearly every month. LCD touch screens, anti-vibration systems and 33 cycle settings are sure to lighten your next load

The Afterparty
Wrap up your home festivities as neatly as they started - or at least try to make amends now

Behind Closed Doors
It’s no secret – your kitchen pantry is a disaster. But it doesn’t have to be. Get inspired to organize, courtesy of Paula Deen.

Working in a Winter Wonderland
Spread holiday cheer around your office without being 'that person.' Get inspired by a quick glance around your home

Pieces of You
Picture frames and ingenuity are key when adapting to dorm life

Old is New
Renew the style of your home with remade treasures

Homeward Bound
Design with books for a fresh perspective on a popular room

Different Strokes
There's no fail-safe answer when it comes to caring for aging parents at home

Wreck Report
Buy low, sell high - follow four ways to get the best deal

By the Books
Take control: Keep books at hand and hazards at bay with easy storing ideas

Storage with a Purpose
Out of sight, peace of mind: Can your clutter tonight

It's a Small World
Less is more when it comes to starter homes today

Dorm Design
The dorm room is a space for self-expression that requires some creative finagling to get everything working to its full potential - but shopping to get it there is the first step

All in Order
Don't just clear the clutter: Get organized

More Bathroom for Your Buck
Achieve bathroom bliss today with 10 solutions for busy powder rooms

Make Your Mark
Update your kitchen’s hardware to get a new look for less. Here’s how to get the knobs rolling:

Open Up
Seeing is believing when it comes to open storage

Order in the House
Kids learn organizational habits from their parents. Help them out by helping yourself

Consider It Done
Five DIY projects to knock out this weekend

Checkmate
Cohabitation can lead to a home-décor disaster. Here's how to avoid World War III

Store More
Get your things up and out of the way with creative storage ideas

Baby Steps
Going green is as easy as 1-2-3 ... 4

This Little Light of Mine
It's time to reconsider your (light) source

Tie One On
Consider it a throwback that Grandma would love – the humble kitchen apron has become the easiest, cheapest and prettiest way to liven up any kitchen … or cook

Green Growing 'Panes'
Stay on budget by knowing the facts when it comes to 'greening' your windows

Green it Yourself
Going green doesn't have to cost a lot of green

Green isn't just for Adults
More options abound for encouraging children to follow in their parent's green footsteps

Nip It In the Bud
Easy tricks for getting kids to declutter their bedrooms ... and your life

Tipping Points
Save money, energy and sanity with green tricks of the trade

Control, Alt, Delete
When it comes to cutting through clutter, these expert organizers know how to get the job done

Within Reach
Still searching for the secret to a clean home? Look no further than your vacuum

Make Room for Baby
When there’s no space for a nursery, there’s nothing a little DIY ingenuity can’t fix

Think Big
Boring bathroom? Tight budget? No problem – create a spacious retreat all by yourself without breaking the bank or the shower

Life in the DIY Lane
Learn the latest tricks of the trade

All in the Family
With today’s typical family growing to include financially stressed, older or sick relatives, the family room has a lot of people to please

The New Adventures of Old Walls
Are your walls begging for a face-lift? Lift their spirits with fabric and creativity

All in One
Evolving technology brings a whole new dimension to the home

Going Green by the Book
Need help living a greener 2009? Visit your local bookstore for ideas, answers, tips and tricks

Digital Killed the Analog Star
How to navigate the DTV switch

Hot Water Gets Green
Save $2,000 and your shower, while also doing your part to save the environment, in just one hot purchase

No Monsters Here
Don't be afraid of closet clutter. Kick that bad habit to the curb and embrace organization in 2009

Not just Another Day at the Office
How to transform your home office into a room you'll love

Just Right
How living small really means living, giving big

Rise Above
The average American spends one year of his life sorting through clutter at home and work - here's how to be better than average

Naturally Beautiful
Choose low-VOC paint, reupholster old furniture, buy from local retailers and make décor decisions with the environment in mind to green your home

Clutter no more!
Still trying to get organized? Follow these steps to un-junk your home

Fall Into Winter
6 ways to prepare for the transition

Batten Down the Hatches
With autumn gearing up, winter isn't far behind. Here are some ideas for preparing your home

Clean & Green
Laundry time has become more earth friendly, taking stains out of your shorts and pain out of your pocketbook

Declutter on the fly
Three ideas to whip your home into shape

Chill Out
Make way for the cool front at home. Here are easy ways to beat the heat

Give Your Furniture New Life, Purpose
Recycle old furniture for fresh rooms

Don't Space Out
Make every closet inch count

DIY Decisions
Figure out your handyman IQ before you reach the point of no return

Contractor 101
Get to know your contractor – what to ask, what to avoid

Surface Tension
Germs, bacteria lurking on household surfaces face foes old and new

Tool Time
Anything you can do, she can do better

Robots Rising
No longer just sci-fi sensations, these household automatics are at your service

Hidden Treasure

Bag of Tricks
Meet the vacuums that homes dream about: They tackle dirt and germs with the latest gadgets and they look good doing it

When to Say When
Parting doesn’t have to be sweet sorrow – sometimes it’s time to move one. Here’s how to evaluate your relationship with your sofa

Let The Sun Shine In
Solar technology soars to new heights in a Colorado home that would make any environmentalist green with envy

Realistic Resolutions
It's mid-January and your home has already reverted back to the cluttered mess you resolved to banish on Jan. 1. What's a busy homeowner/clutter magnet to do? Get your year back on track – and find your keys – with these smart guidelines

Home Improvement
You want your home to stand out as your own, but you also want to be able to sell it down the road. Here's what you should remember when you decorate, remodel – and even build

Can The Clutter
Break free from your saving ways and gain a peaceful, functional and stylish home. Learn how to buy for the here and now, how to properly fill a bookcase, and how to pick storage-friendly furniture that doesn't look like it belongs in a dorm room

Second Time Around
Breathe new life into your home with some unlikely candidates. A little love and elbow grease go a long way when it comes to reviving basement finds and garage sale discoveries

DIY Decisions
Before you rip down any walls or start tampering with outlets, it's best to access your do-it-yourself skill level. Here is some expert advice on what to embrace, what to ponder and when to call a professional

Set The Stage
Staging a home isn't just for real estate agents and in-the-know homeowners – it's an achievable look for anyone who wants a clutter-free home with a modern feel

Out of Hiding
Wine storage options are making their way upstairs and fast becoming fixtures in the kitchen, living room and even the bedroom. Choose a design that fits your taste and your needs

Making The Grade
Keep your home - and your children - in back-to-school order throughout the academic year with these organization tips from the experts

Added Value
Built-in storage solutions are offering more options to homeowners yearning for creative, stylish and accessible ways to package their belongings for practical use

Out With Clutter!
An organized, tidy garage (including space for your car) is within your grasp. Here are some tried-and-true tips for de-cluttering your junk-drawer room, courtesy of top professional organizers

Sure-fire Shoe Storage Solutions
Fashionistas and footwear lovers struggle to find room for their coveted collections. From the bottom of the closet to the boxes in the hallway, here's how to organize and store your shoes properly

Basket Case
Try these unexpected, stylish ways to incorporate baskets into your home décor to optimum style and organization

Organized Home Work
Do your homework! Transform that cluttered workspace into a structured spot where your whole family can achieve

The Krazy World of Klean
Order in the home? Designer Karim Rashid has it down to a routine

Care and Feeding for a Beautiful Living Room
Life is a dirty adventure, which makes the living room an oft-used, oft-dirtied space – use these tips to keep it running clean for years to come

The Paperless Home: How to File in Fashion
If paper is the No. 1 clutter culprit in your home, learn how to purge, organize and file in style

Clutter-Free and Oh-So Entertaining
CDs, movies, video games and books entertain, but cause disdain for the clutter-phobic. Check out these innovative ideas for keeping your media collection organized and out-of-sight.

Space Case

The Great Spring-Cleaning Debate:
To Everything, There is a Season … or Not

Free to be Green
These days, products that add style to every room of the house while reducing your eco-footprint are everywhere. Take a peak.

Space Case
No more complaining. Legendary London-based designer Terence Conran has compiled techniques for making the most of cramped quarters in his new reference guide, “How to Live in Small Spaces” (Firefly Books, March 2007).

Built-In to Last
With storage an issue in every home, the built-in boom keeps on booming.

Clean Sweep
Home reading list for the sake of organization

A Spot to Scrapbook, a Corner to Crochet
A craft room tailor-made to suit your interests can nourish your inner artist – and clear your groaning cupboards of creative clutter. Finally, a place to put the yarn!

8 Easy Steps
Author offers 8-step plan to cure what ails ‘problem rooms.’

Make a Little Space to Organize
To unclutter your small home efficiently and effectively, you must first eliminate your emotional baggage.

Make a Little Space to Organize
To unclutter your small home efficiently and effectively, you must first eliminate your emotional baggage.
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