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It seems the hardest place to keep organized is the closet. We're always adding new things and don't usually toss out the old. Today, go though your clothes, shoes, purses, belts, and scarves to see if any need to be repaired or fixed, and move them ...

It seems the hardest place to keep organized is th...

Today's mission: to clean underneath the bathroom sink. First put down several large, heavy bath towels to protect the floor. Take everything out and sort out all items. Do you need several curling irons, hair dryers, or shavers? Remove bottles with ...

Today's mission: to clean underneath the bathroom ...

It's time to get your medicine cabinet in order. Take everything out, including over-the-counter medicines, prescriptions, and makeup. Go through each item and toss out outdated medicine or makeup. Clean each shelf. Wipe off all jars and bottles usin...

It's time to get your medicine cabinet in order. T...

Today, we tackle the toilet. First, use a damp paper towel to initially clean up accumulated dust and grime, especially around back and underneath. Pay close attention to the base and the caps. Then use a multipurpose cleaner to wipe down all surface...

Today, we tackle the toilet. First, use a damp pap...

How to clean your refrigerator fast: First, unplug it. Use the crevice attachment of the vacuum or a flat long-handled brush to carefully remove the dust from the coils underneath or on the back side of the fridge, because accumulated dust can cause ...

How to clean your refrigerator fast: First, unplug...

Make your toaster oven sparkle in no time. First, unplug the appliance. Remove the crumb tray at the base of the toaster, and shake out the accumulated food particles. My toaster oven is hung under a cabinet, so I lay down several sections of newspap...

Make your toaster oven sparkle in no time. First, ...

If you have a stand-alone unit, unplug your freezer and vacuum and dust the coils and area around the unit as you did with the refrigerator. Have coolers and ice on hand to store your frozen food while you clean. Check for out-of-date items and disca...

If you have a stand-alone unit, unplug your freeze...

Do dig a shallow hole about 4' by 4' by 2' (surround with cinder blocks or chicken wire, if you like), or use a compost bin. Layer with leaves, branches, and twigs (“browns”), then with grass and plant clippings (“greens”). Water and mix so it’s mois...

Do dig a shallow hole about 4' by 4' by 2' (surrou...

Finding the Best ServicesWe’ve all been there: An anniversary creeps up on you or your sister-in-law has a new baby, and you need to send some flowers—stat. To help you find beautiful arrangements that last, the Good Housekeeping Research Institute e...

Finding the Best ServicesWe’ve all been there: An ...

Living RoomFor a fast way to perk up a porch before a party, relocate pots of lush flowers. In a limited palette, like the pink and white blooms here, the collection feels cohesive, not chaotic.Climb the WallsLiven up a plain patio wall with a sun-se...

Living RoomFor a fast way to perk up a porch befor...

Mirror Miracles Put a long mirror above a double sink to utilize space and help create light in the room. Optimal Lighting Optimize natural light with a large window and mirrors. At night, light some candles around the tub and sink in. White Out Crea...

Mirror Miracles Put a long mirror above a double s...

1. Decide which style works best For a more casual and comfortable look (think Shabby Chic), try a relaxed cover. For a tailored, clean silhouette, go with a fitted cover made from a stretch fabric. 2. Pick the perfect size You'll need to measure len...

1. Decide which style works best For a more casual...

Asparagus Arrangement What You'll Need: • Small can • Spring asparagus (approximately one pound if using a 32-ounce can) • Two strong rubber bands • Raffia • Pansies and grape hyacinth or your favorite flowers (approximately two dozen total)Direction...

Asparagus Arrangement What You'll Need: • Small ca...

Grime on Leather Gloves I love the way a pair of bright leather gloves add a touch of color when I'm wearing a dark winter coat. The only problem is light-colored gloves seem to get dirty much more quickly than dark brown or black gloves do. To get y...

Grime on Leather Gloves I love the way a pair of b...

You can't escape the message that smoking is bad for you. But what if one or both of your parents smoke? You might be worried about their health, sick of smelling the smoke, or even a little embarrassed by it. You can't order your mom or dad to stop ...

You can't escape the message that smoking is bad f...

Some kids can't wait to get braces. Others are a little worried about what it will be like or how they will look. It can help to learn more about braces, which straighten your teeth and make your smile even better looking. Tooth Talk Lots of kids don...

Some kids can't wait to get braces. Others are a l...

What's Up With Body Hair? Body hair really gets going during puberty. Some boys will start to notice hair growing on their face around the chin, on the cheeks, and above the lip. Also, hair grows on the chest, the armpits, and even down there in the ...

What's Up With Body Hair? Body hair really gets go...

A lot of changes happen as you grow up, especially as you reach puberty (say: pyoo-bur-tee), the name for the time when your body begins to develop and change. Girls start developing breasts and get their periods — signs they are growing into women. ...

A lot of changes happen as you grow up, especially...

Face Up to Changes Another thing that may come with puberty is acne (say: ak-nee) — or pimples — caused by all those hormones at work in the body. Skin gets oilier and pimples sometimes start showing up when puberty begins, and you may get them throu...

Face Up to Changes Another thing that may come wit...

Time to Change OK, so it's a funny word — but what is puberty, anyway? Puberty (say: pyoo-ber-tee) is the name for the time when your body begins to develop and change as you move from kid to adult. We're talking about stuff like girls developing bre...

Time to Change OK, so it's a funny word — but what...

No one can say exactly when you'll get your first menstrual period, but you will get it sometime during puberty. Puberty is the time in your life when you begin to become an adult. This means a lot of growing and changing — both inside and out. Some ...

No one can say exactly when you'll get your first ...