February 14, 2012 at 1:10PM | Kristin Appenbrink

IKEA’s Expedit Goes Red

Just in time for Valentine’s Day IKEA has updated their ever-popular Expedit bookcase line to include this bright red lacquered version. I love color as much as the next girl, but I think this [...]

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February 11, 2012 at 9:30AM | Kelley Carter

Say it on a Pillow

Like a few people I know, I am not a fan of Valentine’s Day or many of the gifts that one would normally get on that day.  I don’t love chocolate and none of [...]

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February 9, 2012 at 7:50AM | Kristin Appenbrink

Smart New Product: Hover Bar from Twelve South

I’m a big fan of Twelve South’s products. (We’ve covered their Plug Bug on Simply Stated before.) So I’m very excited to see their newest product the Hover Bar for the iPad. While I’m not a [...]

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February 7, 2012 at 7:45AM | Kristin Appenbrink

Valentine’s Day Cards + Gifts

Being a paper/stationery nut, I’ll look for any excuse to send cards or write letters. So Valentine’s Day is right up my alley. Here are some of my favorite cards and small, mailable gifts [...]

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January 3, 2012 at 2:27PM | Kristin Appenbrink

Space Heater Safety Tips

The holidays are over and the temperatures are finally starting to drop here in New York. Tonight the low is going to be in the teens, and while I’m no stranger to cold weather, [...]

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December 30, 2011 at 3:45PM | Erin Doland

Decluttering One Last Thing in 2011

As 2011 draws to a close, look around your house and reflect on your life and determine if there is anything there that shouldn’t accompany you into 2012. Is there an ill-fitting pair of [...]

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December 27, 2011 at 5:00PM | Erin Doland

Organizing and Decluttering Goals Before the End of 2011

During this time of year, in addition to setting big resolutions for the coming months, I like to focus on a few mini-resolutions to finish before the end of December. It’s nice to start [...]

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November 29, 2011 at 3:06PM | Erin Doland

Decluttered Gift Ideas for the 2011 Holiday Season

I’m always looking for gifts that will be enjoyed by their recipients and never run the risk of becoming clutter in their homes. If you’re someone who looks to give decluttered gifts, too, check [...]

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November 15, 2011 at 5:04PM | Erin Doland

Three Quick and Simple Uncluttering Projects

Looking to unclutter but don’t have a lot of time? Try one (or more) of these quick and simple uncluttering projects and get one step closer to your uncluttering goals: Clear the clutter from [...]

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November 14, 2011 at 5:05PM | Kristin Appenbrink

Reader Question: Stackable Recycling Bins

Today we got a question on our Facebook page from reader Rebecca about how to better set up a recycling system in her kitchen. Take a look at the space she’s working with: Like [...]

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