Products to Help You Work Happy
It’s probably no surprise that I contend that life and work are better when you’re having fun. In fact, simplify 101’s tagline is “more fun. more done.” I (firmly) believe that if you’re having fun while [...]
Clutterfree with Kids Book Review
Clutterfree with Kids by Joshua Becker is a practical guide which will inspire you to think differently about the items in your home. Joshua writes at the blog Becoming Minimalist and authored this book to inspire parents that it [...]
Stop Comparing to Create a More Joyful Life
A friend of mine shared this quote on Facebook last week. I’ve heard it before, but it’s the kind of quote that bears repeating—and sharing—especially today. Today it’s easier than ever to compare ourselves to others. [...]
Simplify Your Life with a Well-Stocked Freezer
There are countless things you can store in your freezer to use when the need arises. From a food safety and quality perspective, it’s one of then best places to keep things. According the FDA, “...freezing [...]
Painting Ideas: How to Make Chalk Paint (and Use It)
This post could have been entitled My new obsession: chalk paint! So consider this fair warning. If you haven’t yet used chalk paint, proceed with caution. If not, you may find yourself wanting to paint every [...]
A Review of Evernote
As a simplify 101 reader, you are probably aware that Springpad has shutdown. *Sniff, Sniff*. Don’t you hate it when that happens? Just when it seems you find software that works for you *poof* it’s gone! [...]
Leftover Makeovers – Use Your Creativity, and Clean Out the Fridge!
Let's face it, we all have them: leftovers. Even when planning out meals for the week, we still have tidbits of nummy goodness lurking in the dark corners of the kitchen. I love a good leftover [...]
Leftover Makeovers – Use Your Creativity, and Clean Out the Fridge!
Let's face it, we all have them: leftovers. Even when planning out meals for the week, we still have tidbits of nummy goodness lurking in the dark corners of the kitchen. I love a good leftover [...]
Summer Reading: Small Books with a Big Impact
I read a lot of books on simplicity, organization, and time management and my favorite ones usually combine personal anecdotes with practical action steps to help the reader get started on their journey. Both the books [...]
Shop the Farmers’ Market Like a Pro
Summer is upon most of us, and that means farmers' markets. If you've never been, or even have been going for a while, here are five insider tips to help you shop the market like a [...]