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For example: Sympathy, get well soon, thank you, graduation, birthday, etc. This will save you last minute from having to run out to the store. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60b1405833bf73083ff81970/1625089886975-JHKLU1YOQ5F7M2AHLQXP/Screen%2BShot%2B2021-06-30%2Bat%2B4.46.24%2BPM.jpg Tips - Money Monday Often travel agents can save you money based on their supplier relationships or at least match the price you find while saving you time and effort. There are also hidden savings built into trips. A travel agent will likely book transfers for you, included in the price. Sometimes a package you book yourself does not include those, making the experience appear cheaper. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60b1405833bf73083ff81970/bcb5bde4-d90c-4735-a08c-1b046b94d530/Screen+Shot+2021-06-30+at+4.48.31+PM.png Tips - Money Monday Instead of monthly payments, consider paying your auto insurance for the entire year up front. 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But for some reason people look at gift cards completely different, even though they really are just like cash . When I receive a gift card the first thing I do is put a little sticky note on it with the amount on the gift card. If I do not use the full amount the first time, then I put the new amount on the sticky note so that way I always know what the balance is on that card. I keep my gift cards all together in a zipper bag labeled “gift cards”, that way I always know where they are and what I have. Plus, I try and make a conscious effort to use them as soon as possible. I cannot tell you how many homes I’ve organized in over the years and we have found gift cards for stores that are no longer in business. 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When you feel beautiful on the inside, it will shine through and show on the outside! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60b1405833bf73083ff81970/1622513895519-ZIGRIP1FQ98EE7ON6TAN/Screen%2BShot%2B2021-05-31%2Bat%2B9.17.41%2BPM.jpg Tips - Tone-Up Tuesday Don’t drink sugar calories. Sugary drinks are among the most fattening items you can put into your body. This is because your brain doesn’t measure calories from liquid sugar the same way it does for solid food. Therefore, when you drink soda, you end up eating more total calories. Sugary drinks are strongly associated with obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and many other health problems. Keep in mind that certain fruit juices may be almost as bad as soda in this regard, as they sometimes contain just as much sugar. Their small amounts of antioxidants do not negate the sugar’s harmful effects. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60b1405833bf73083ff81970/f69bd643-c45f-45cc-a3af-b7d7dd26501f/Screen+Shot+2021-05-31+at+9.19.07+PM.png Tips - Tone-Up Tuesday Makeup residue left on your skin can cause many different skin imperfections. It’s very important that you wash your face at the end of every single day, because not doing so can cause extensive damage to your skin during the night. While you sleep your skin renews itself. Leaving on your makeup on can prevent that from happening. Since most cosmetics are made up of oily substances, if they stay on for your skin for more than a day they can cause your pores to clog and lead to the appearance of acne. Plus, it’s very important to let your skin breathe. By washing and moisturizing your face every night, you are allowing the breathing process to happen. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60b1405833bf73083ff81970/d12595e9-df75-42ca-a9eb-e0d7d7718d6c/Screen+Shot+2021-06-30+at+4.55.52+PM.png Tips - Tone-Up Tuesday Are you having trouble sticking to an exercise program? Try walking your dog, it’s GREAT Exercise. I have found our dog to be nature’s perfect personal trainer. He’s loyal, energetic, very enthusiastic and he’s a great walking companion. Always motivated to go, even in bad weather. And the best part is, it’s hard to make up an excuse not to go when he looks up with you with his cute little face, you have to say - YES! https://closetsbychicka.com/tips/workingwednesday monthly 0.5 2021-07-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60b1405833bf73083ff81970/33ff4b2e-4a18-4c9d-85e5-9da357fa2c89/3ECBC58A-B30E-46B2-A06B-9A46F04BC9A3.PNG Tips - Working Wednesday Every single space in your home should have a purpose. Decide exactly what should be stored in that space. Once you have decided remove all the items that do not belong there. Then distribute those items around your home into their appropriate location. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60b1405833bf73083ff81970/8e62ce41-ec58-471d-8875-6dba9d8d5703/FE160111-A27A-49D0-8C83-38654FF15AE9.PNG Tips - Working Wednesday Always make a shopping list before you go to the grocery store. This will save you from buying items you do not need, which in turn will save you money. Research shows that you can reduce your food expense by 25-30% on average, by taking a shopping list with you. A list will help you contain the urge to just randomly throw items in your basket that you do not need or already currently have enough of at home. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60b1405833bf73083ff81970/b6aec68d-50fb-45d7-8169-4930fec4d8aa/Screen+Shot+2021-06-30+at+4.59.15+PM.png Tips - Working Wednesday End key confusion with new decorative keys from your local hardware and home improvement store. You can use stars and stripes for your office at work, a pretty floral for your garden shed, and a cute little house for your home. This trick is inexpensive, easy to do, and will save you time ⏰ and stress in the future. I love getting mine at Lowe’s, because they have such a large selection. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60b1405833bf73083ff81970/db6097b4-203c-4c7e-afe2-48b9b609eaa3/Screen+Shot+2021-06-30+at+5.04.00+PM.png Tips - Working Wednesday There are 5 main steps to almost every organizing job: SORT like items together PURGE anything you do not use, need, or love CONTAIN all kept items in boxes, baskets, bins, etc. to help coral your categories LABEL everything STORE each category in a drawer, in a closet, on a shelf, etc. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60b1405833bf73083ff81970/96b515eb-ea8d-4b4a-b3d6-973de4b5edf0/08967CDB-7BD1-465C-903D-708951434C48.PNG Tips - Working Wednesday When you have a closet, room, or space that looks like this, where do you begin? I hear over and over again, “I just didn’t know where to start”. Honestly, it looks so much more difficult than it actually is. Start Anywhere!!! Just pick up one piece at a time and start sorting. Put like items together: wash, dry cleaning, clean clothes, should be in another room, etc. Once you have everything sorted, then start working on your piles. 1). Begin a load of wash 2) Put your dry cleaning in the car 3). Hang up or put away the clean clothing 4) Distribute the items that should be in another room If it’s too much for you to do this all in one day, then set a timer and work for 30 minutes to an hour. Continue this each day until everything has been gone through and worked. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60b1405833bf73083ff81970/eed5a909-1c0f-44c6-9781-378ef4da7232/Screen+Shot+2021-06-30+at+5.06.06+PM.png Tips - Working Wednesday Don’t you hate it when you are in your hotel room and the sunlight ☀️ comes through the drapes early in the morning. Especially when you’re on vacation and want to sleep in . I usually use the same clips that I use to hold my towel on my beach chair, but here’s another quick and easy fix if you do not have those or forget to pack them. Just use a hotel pants hanger, to keep the drapes shut. Chip clips also work, if you want to pack a few of those. https://closetsbychicka.com/tips/tinkeringthursday monthly 0.5 2021-07-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60b1405833bf73083ff81970/98c82c42-0f5e-497d-a085-47b2fb4006c3/Screen+Shot+2021-07-08+at+9.51.39+PM.png Tips - Tinkering Thursday There’s just something about a beautiful space, that makes you never want to leave.   For more visual interest in any room add area rugs, throw pillows, cozy blankets, and other textiles.  On the walls consider using paint, wallpaper, cool textures like wood, or even just one fun accent wall.  These choices can help you get the most out of any room in your home. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60b1405833bf73083ff81970/3f4e8d41-b316-456a-90eb-dd8bee91ce8c/Screen+Shot+2021-07-08+at+9.52.57+PM.png Tips - Tinkering Thursday Because the cost of diamonds and precious metals rise over time, have your wedding ring appraised every five years. With an appraisal that’s a decade old, the recorded value of your ring will likely be far less than what it’s actually worth. And you want to make sure you receive the full current value of the ring should anything happen to it. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60b1405833bf73083ff81970/98fa3cd6-4fa3-4728-99af-a9f38baba5f9/Screen+Shot+2021-07-08+at+9.53.43+PM.png Tips - Tinkering Thursday Chlorine bleach is a mainstay in most laundry rooms. We use it to whiten clothes, remove stains, and disinfect laundry.  If you aren’t getting the whitening results you want with chlorine bleach, change the water temperature you’re using. Chlorine bleach works most effectively in hot water. It can be used in warm and cold water, but you may not see the results you expect. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60b1405833bf73083ff81970/94eda1e5-036d-497a-8484-706849e07b62/Screen+Shot+2021-07-08+at+9.58.23+PM.png Tips - Tinkering Thursday Did you know that when you donate clothing items to Goodwill that are not in perfect condition because they have a stain, a hole or tear, only one sock not a pair, etc. they do not throw them away.  Many of these items get cut into rags for industrial use and 20% is processed into soft fiber filling for furniture, mattresses, home insulation, car sound-proofing, and more. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60b1405833bf73083ff81970/c2b77e44-32b6-4f64-bcb3-d42966ab1847/Screen+Shot+2021-07-08+at+9.49.40+PM.png Tips - Tinkering Thursday Instead of occupying potential clothing storage or what I like to call “prime real estate” with T-shirts & sweatshirts that are no longer being worn, consider pulling all the memory shirts out. You can either store them somewhere else or what I like to do with them is have a memory quilt made. These shirts have unforgettable stories, so why not preserve those stories with a personal memory quilt.  No one else can have your story. The memories you created are yours and yours alone.  That’s why a memory quilt is the perfect way to preserve those amazing memories that all your shirts represent. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60b1405833bf73083ff81970/1f19100d-999b-4d3c-8fc7-234157049480/Screen+Shot+2021-07-08+at+9.46.35+PM.png Tips - Tinkering Thursday People start upcycling projects for lots of different reasons, and it’s often motivated by environmental concerns.  Upcycling has been come extremely popular in recent years partly because its most environmentally friendly way to recycle, because it doesn’t involve additional raw materials or lots of energy.  However, there are lots of other benefits. Saving Money - You really can’t beat repurposing something you already own in terms of cost effectiveness. Creativity - Planning and executing an upcycle project is an amazing creative outlet. Satisfaction - There’s nothing like seeing your hard work being used and appreciated every single day. https://closetsbychicka.com/tips/fashionfriday monthly 0.5 2021-07-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60b1405833bf73083ff81970/08d5d620-fb28-4ca3-bcf5-db516ed04a1f/Screen+Shot+2021-06-30+at+5.12.21+PM.png Tips - Fashion Friday Increase the visibility and keep shoes that you wear most often upfront and center. I store my shoes in clear shoe boxes, except for my sneakers & flip flops I like them to be easily accessible, so I can just grab them and go. And at the end of each day when I take off my shoes, they go back in the same exact spot I found them in that morning. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60b1405833bf73083ff81970/cb1848e0-f54d-4ba9-bc10-e365a05ce758/Screen+Shot+2021-06-30+at+5.13.16+PM.png Tips - Fashion Friday Shop small and when you can, always support small businesses. Boutique shopping is the best for unique and worthy styles! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60b1405833bf73083ff81970/264a224b-14ac-4183-ab32-4c8c6b6d0feb/B441A7C5-EAC5-4E8D-B89D-183D9B024CAB.PNG Tips - Fashion Friday Cotton T-shirts have fewer wrinkles when they’re fresh out of the dryer. If you store yours in a drawer, because you are not able to hang them this may cause them to wrinkle. To de-wrinkle them, just pop them in the dryer for 5 to 8 minutes on a medium or high setting. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60b1405833bf73083ff81970/41e14b0f-624c-4dba-b6b8-3862b87b6c6b/71536FB0-9AE5-4B49-9695-A0EE9CB03131.PNG Tips - Fashion Friday As a small business owner myself, I’ve always tried to support other small businesses. That’s one of the many reasons why I shop at local boutiques. First of all, they have many reasons to make their customers their top priority, all of the time. Their success relies almost entirely on making you happy, so good customer service is usually guaranteed. And second they work and live in your community, so they have a personal interest in connecting with you and making sure you always have a positive experience with them and their business. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60b1405833bf73083ff81970/590e3ad7-c9a8-4471-a65b-9b263a1bd9ca/DB2371AA-0ECC-42CE-80FF-34BD25BF315B.PNG Tips - Fashion Friday Other than when I organize, I like to dress up. I’m not saying I leave my house everyday in a ballgown and full make-up, but I like to look nice. The most apparent benefit of dressing up to me, is the confidence boost I receive. I really believe clothing impacts our performance at work and in life. Studies have shown that the wrong clothes can negatively affect your self-worth. Therefore dressing up is a great self-esteem booster. So just remember, if you look good, you feel good and if you feel good, you will perform even better! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60b1405833bf73083ff81970/adcbbf50-3728-4a92-9798-88ac5f007204/Screen+Shot+2021-06-30+at+5.14.20+PM.png Tips - Fashion Friday Who still wears a watch? When I want to know what time ⏰ it is, I feel more comfortable looking at my watch, than my phone and it’s much easier. A quick glance towards your wrist is definitely a much classier way to keep tabs on time. While pulling your phone out while you’re having a conversation, can be perceived as inconsiderate. Plus, during certain occasions a meeting, funeral, wedding, etc. a watch is a much more subtle and convenient way to check the time. https://closetsbychicka.com/tips/sweetsavorysundae monthly 0.5 2021-07-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60b1405833bf73083ff81970/65b683fe-2ab3-491f-a66c-af2b82229665/E5ED01A0-6C8E-4963-ACC4-70223A330B65.PNG Tips - Sweet & Savory Sundae Eating breakfast every single day, sets the stage for a good day. Studies have shown that people who eat breakfast regularly have more energy and a better mood throughout the day. Plus, a daily breakfast gives your metabolism a boost. Breakfast is essential if you want to have an active metabolism. People who don’t eat breakfast often eat more calories throughout the day, thus they gain weight faster. So with all of that I always say, “I NEVER skip breakfast, it’s the most important meal of the day”! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60b1405833bf73083ff81970/28d4d893-416b-4071-8f4e-634fe7b31253/Screen+Shot+2021-07-08+at+9.42.38+PM.png Tips - Sweet & Savory Sundae A proper home bar is one thing every grown-up home should have. Even if you don’t drink, you might want to have something on hand to offer guests. And if nothing else, a home bar can add an unexpected cool design element to any space. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60b1405833bf73083ff81970/3cab42d7-8696-410e-bb28-f8d4a71eb388/Screen+Shot+2021-07-08+at+9.50.16+PM.png Tips - Sweet & Savory Sundae When baking a pie, allow it to cool for an hour after taking it out of the oven. This will help it aesthetically and give the filling enough time to set. It will be cool enough to eat, yet still a little warm https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60b1405833bf73083ff81970/abbebe88-15f3-483e-a546-470ec17b63f5/Screen+Shot+2021-07-08+at+9.47.11+PM.png Tips - Sweet & Savory Sundae Everyone has a dream of making the world a better place. We all want a world where there is no poverty, diseases, and crime. Giving to a nonprofit organization is not a business transaction, it is a connection with humans in the world. There are many different nonprofit organizations that are working for different causes. If we want to make this world a better place than donating to a nonprofit organization, I think is a great solution. And the best part is the feeling that you get from giving, it’s priceless! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60b1405833bf73083ff81970/6e6ffb95-bff1-42dd-b836-c6860c24e0aa/Screen+Shot+2021-07-08+at+9.48.40+PM.png Tips - Sweet & Savory Sundae Poke bowls are a great healthy option. They are usually very high in protein, heart healthy fats from fish, avocado and seeds and packed full of fiber from all the veggies and whole grains. Plus, they loaded with vitamins and antioxidants. Since most poke bowl restaurants often let you construct your own bowl, this is great, as it means you can tailor them to your preferences and also pick the healthier options. Just always be mindful of your portion size. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60b1405833bf73083ff81970/1ed9a7e1-b2c9-4897-99e5-6e8d03fd573c/Screen+Shot+2021-07-08+at+9.54.22+PM.png Tips - Sweet & Savory Sundae A big meal is a great way to spend quality time with family and friends. But hosting a dinner can make it difficult for the host to stay involved in the festivities. You want to make sure the dinner flows naturally and is enjoyable for all of your guests, as well as yourself. By planning ahead you can help minimize your stress the day of the meal. 1). Prepare a menu and make a timeline for the big day 2) Make sure your menu accommodates dietary restrictions 3) Keep the guest list manageable 4) Clean and iron all of your linens in advance 5) Set the table the day before and have your centerpiece and/or decor ready to go 6) Do as much food prep and cooking in the days prior to the holiday 7) Pick out what you are going to wear in advance