How to clean and organise your bath toys

The bath toy situation has quickly gotten out of hand here. We have far too many bath toys – not to mention regular toys that have made their way into the bath – and they are all getting quite filthy. I wouldn’t want to sit in a bath with them. So (and these are quickly […]

5 ways to get your kids to help tidy up!

How do we get our kids to take responsibility for their things and get them to put their toys and clothes away, as opposed to stuffing them under the bed so you won’t find them? I’m always amazed that an empty wardrobe with dozens of hangers isn’t as inviting as shoving the clothes in a […]

DIY: How to fix drawers that sag

I’m taking off my parenting hat this week and putting on my DIY hat. Of course these aren’t ‘real’ hats … I’m indoors much of the time and I’m not really a ‘hat person’ anyway. Not sure why I brought it up in the first place now … So, this DIY project is KIND OF […]

Tips to organise your child’s toys and clothes

I’m a mum of two, a primary school teacher, and a professional organiser. I lead a very busy life, and to save myself from having a mental breakdown, I need to be organised to cope with all life throws at me. Having learned many strategies to keep me on track, my aim is to help […]

Declutter your cutlery drawer

In a perfect world, I’d run out to buy a beautiful new set of cutlery (and a new drawer and kitchen to match I suppose) and display it all beautifully all of

But why should children help with the washing?

Why is it important that children assist with the clothes washing? Firstly, it is an activity that needs to be done. So there is no adding to a parents’ already busy day. Secondly, there’s an abundance of skills that can be learned when helping with the washing.