What could be better than a three-day weekend? Finding fun ways to turn that long weekend into a major cleaning blowout! The Power of a Long Weekend A long weekend can be a great opportunity to relax and unwind… or build a checklist to seriously get things done. …
Garages were originally meant to house our vehicles from the elements – like the rough snow and ice that go along with Chicago’s infamous winters. Today, our garages are true multi-use spaces. Across Chicago, homeowners use their garages as home gyms, yoga dens, craft studios, and, above all, as a go-to spot for storage! If your garage is bursting at the seams with stuff, you’re certainly not alone. It’s safe to say that many, many garages around Chicago are now too full to fit one more dumbbell or piece of ...
As the legendary poet Anne Bradstreet once put it: “If we had no winter, the spring would not be so pleasant.” Here in Chicago, we’re famous for our tough and bracing winters, which come complete with heavy snowfall, freezing winds, and cold, gray days. But true Chicagoans know that those tough Lake Michigan winds and snowstorms aren’t really what our area is about. Instead, our city truly blossoms to life in the springtime – when flowers spring from the ground, the sun peeks out from behind the clouds, little kids ...
Already thinking of spring cleaning? You’re definitely not alone! Taking some time to spruce, refresh, and deep clean your home is a time honored spring tradition. But it’s also important to think about all of the little steps you can take ahead of time, to make your serious spring cleaning routine easier, faster, and much more relaxing. One of the best ways to start is to plan out a pre-spring cleaning strategy. Plan ahead now, and you might be surprised by just how much more you enjoy spring cleaning in ...
2020 is the start of a brand new decade, and it’s ushering in a brand new era in interior design and decor! All over the country, designers are looking at the next big trends, and starting to layer them into our living rooms, bathrooms, kitchens, and bedrooms. Of course, making big design changes to any space also means that you’ll need to adjust your cleaning routine to keep up. So, what are the big predictions for design and decor in 2020 – and how will they impact your day-to-day goals, ...
