You probably already know a toy hammock is a great way to store toys out of the way.You tack it to the walls in a corner or between two bedposts, and it hangs like a hammock, way up off the floor. You put stuffed animals and other lightweight toys in there, arrange them cutely, and now they look nice and tidy without taking up any space. Even a toy chest ... READ MORE
| Posted in » Organizers The other day, I talked about some laundry drying racks that could reduce or eliminate your use of a dryer, saving you money and reducing your carbon footprint. Today I found what could be an even better solution for you: an indoor clothes line that retracts into a small wall unit when it’s not in use. It has five clothes lines on it. You can clip drying items to them or ... READ MORE
You can turn your breakfast bar into a real swingin’ spot with these chrome bar stools with cranberry swivel seats for just $31.95 a piece. This is about as cheap a price as I’ve ever seen any bar stool, let alone one that’s got some style. These are reminiscent of an old-time diner – the kind that’s still around, unchanged, and that’s being mimicked by new restaurants all the time. ... READ MORE
The Memphis Loveseat is one of those really chic pieces that can upgrade the style of a whole room without breaking the bank. It comes in black or khaki, and is made of foam covered in velvet on tapered chrome legs. The elegantly simple style is considered “modern”, but it’s really a timeless classic. Because it’s so simple, you can dress it up with pillows and throws in any number ... READ MORE
One great way to save money (and be more green) is to dry your clothes on a line instead of using an electric or gas dryer. This is great if you have a hard and enough sunny days year round to do it. But what if you’re lacking one of the other of those things? Laundry drying racks to the rescue! There are several different types available, so even with tight ... READ MORE
A few years ago when I was moving long distance, I decided to sell my bed and buy an Aero Bed air mattress that would travel easily and – I hoped – not wreck my back until I had time to buy a new bed. The Aero Bed really surprised me: it’s not quite as good as a regular mattress, but as I procrastinated on buying a new bed, I ... READ MORE
A utility caddy is one of the best uses you’ll ever make of $11. There are so many ways they come in handy. They’ll hold all your household cleaning supplies – cleaners, brushes, etc. – so you can store them out of the way and carry them from bathroom to bathroom to kitchen as you clean. You can also use them to tote gardening supplies around outside as you move from one ... READ MORE
A good ergonomic chair is important for those of us who sit at desks or crafting tables for very long at a time. I just love the look of this Checkerboard ergonomic task chair. The height, position of the back and padded arms are all adjustable so you can get it set just right for your comfort, and it’s priced affordably at $89. There’s also a version without arms if ... READ MORE
DVD cabinets are yet another furniture item you can buy cheap and still have looking good. The one pictured here is the Atlantic Drawbridge Black Wood Multimedia Storage Cabinet: it’s made of solid wood, costs $45.88, and it’ll hold 112 DVDs. If you want to look at it in terms of how many DVDs you’re getting stored for your money – kind of like unit prices at a grocery store ... READ MORE
