Tips for Moms

*Freshine provided us with complimentary Roman shades for this review. We were not paid for this post, and all opinions and experiences shared are our own. I’m always looking for home projects that make a big difference without turning into a big ordeal. You know the kind—something I can actually tackle myself without calling a …

Have you priced out a nice porch swing lately? I did, and I was a little shocked at how expensive they can get. And living here in Charleston, it seems like if you don’t have a porch swing, do you even live in Charleston? They’re everywhere—and I’ll admit, I wanted one too. But once you …

If your dishes have been coming out of the dishwasher with little bits of food stuck on them, cloudy glasses, or that weird “not quite clean” look, there’s a good chance your dishwasher isn’t actually the problem. The real culprit might be hiding at the bottom of the machine. Most people have no idea their …

Let’s be honest—cleaning the bathtub is one of those jobs most of us put off for way too long. It’s easy to ignore a little soap scum here and there until one day you walk into the bathroom and realize your tub looks like it survived a mud wrestling tournament. If your bathtub has reached …

Let’s talk about Easter Egg Dye. Did you know that egg shells are porous? Have you ever thought about what happens to the quality of a hard boiled egg when it gets dyed? I hadn’t thought much about it until recently. My three year old is finally old enough to do some Easter egg dyeing …

Let me tell you about the saddest little room in my house. Our laundry room was tiny, boring, and honestly just kind of… there. It had zero personality and even less function. Every time I walked in to tackle a mountain of laundry, I felt like I was stepping into a dull storage closet instead …

A year ago I shared our first impressions of the Samsung Bespoke 4 Door Flex with Family Hub refrigerator, and now that we’ve lived with it day in and day out, this is the real “dad in the trenches” follow-up. Short version: I’m still very happy with the purchase. This fridge has handled family life, …

One of my goals this year is to become more organized especially in my house and office. Today we are tacking the kitchen pantry. While my kitchen is gorgeous, I wasn’t pleased with the current state of the pantry. It was a mess! Things were everywhere. Empty boxes sitting on the shelves. FOUR opened boxes of …

Let’s be honest—motherhood is already a full-time job (and then some). But whether you’re looking to pad the budget, save for a family vacation, or finally splurge on that coffee that isn’t instant, a side hustle for moms can be the perfect way to bring in extra income—without sacrificing your sanity. Here are 7 flexible, …

Warning: This article is part of “The Edge” series and may not appeal to those without a sense of humor or those who are completely opposed to any and all swear words. There are some people who have wonderful holidays in the company of loved ones, everyone gets along, the turkey comes out perfectly kissed …

Ever wish your washer door opened the other way so you could actually reach the laundry basket without doing a weird side shuffle? Same here! That’s why I’m excited to share Mr. Gizmo’s easy, step-by-step tutorial on how to flip the door of a front-load washer. It’s such a simple home fix that can make a huge difference in your …

Ever stand in front of an old, dark office bookshelf and feel like it’s quietly judging your decorating choices? Same. I turned one of those heavy, sad shelves into something light, modern and actually fun to look at, and spoiler: it didn’t take weeks of sweat and tears. All it took was a little sanding, …