How to create more space on an outside clothes line
Now that the children are on school holidays, it means more mess, disorder and of course extra washing. Weekly school uniforms are …
“Your mother sent us a pram”?
Just recently, hubby and my 16yr old daughter flew up to Sydney to my parents and then drove home the following day …
Hang Out Time
Hanging washing would have to be one of my favourite chores in this busy household. Perhaps some of you must be thinking WHAT, …
Easy chores for children and the family.
Organisation is a big part of my every day life. I like to plan ahead, and finish a job before moving onto …
First-Aid-Kit Organisation
For the last few weeks I have been shaking my head, grunting and getting completely annoyed with the state of my First-Aid …
Dirty Dish Cloths & Sponges
Here are 3 very simple and easy ways to clean and sterilise those dirty dish cloths & sponges 1. Soak them in the kitchen …
School routine planner
Getting back into a routine after the end of year school break requires some motivation and organisation skills. Having chore charts, schedules …
Mum is everyone’s personal secretary; but never her own!
Organising the family along with ones individual tasks, activities, jobs, chores, outings, sport days, excursions, swimming lessons, football/soccer/netball training, appointments to the …
Easy to reach mobile phone charger
Here is a simple idea for those mobile phone charger cords! Never bend over the side of the bed to reach for …
DIY car tissue box holder
Need a car tissue holder and don’t want to waste money buying something crappy online? Why not just make your own! What …
DIY car garbage bin
Here is a simple DIY idea and affordable garbage bin for your car. All you needs is: An empty Nappy Soaker tub …
Pick it up, put it away, a home in order is the only way!
The most common phrase that gets thrown at me whenever I am out and about with my seven children is “wow, you …
Handbag hook & holder for your car
Recently, I just got myself a runaround car and being an organiser, I have ventured through all the car accessories in various stores …
DIY Tooth Paste Savers
We all have found a squished, half empty toothpaste sitting on our bathroom sink area and getting that last bit of paste …
Scissors are essential tools in the kitchen
Did you know a pair of scissors can make life so much easier when preparing meals in the kitchen? As you can …
The best invention was created by a woman!
The dishwasher would have to be one of best kitchen appliances ever invented. Not only are they time saving; a dishwasher also …
Towels & Gym Bag Storage Ideas
Going to a gym was something that never crossed my mind years ago; family life and running a busy household always came …
Quick & easy sink cleaning
Large family kitchens, food preparation and sink areas do get a good work out. Sinks in particular are always full or in …
BREVILLE ~ the Flavour Maker – REVIEW
If you visit this website/blog frequently, you would have seen I use the crock-pot/slow-cooker quite often. The fact one can cook a …
Don’t leave home without a spoon again…
Have you ever left the house with a packed lunch for yourself or child or perhaps taken a tub of yoghurt with you …
Make an easy desk drawer organiser
Recycling and making something out of items lying around the home is something I love doing (see the other things I have made here). …
Shallots that last outside of the fridge!
When you buy shallots, do you put them straight into the fridge? If you answered YES, did you know there is a better …
If only I had a safety pin….
You are not at home; your trousers or skirt has burst its zip or the elastic has gone. You have broken a …
Personal Records and Certificates
Here is an easy way to store important documents. When you have a large family (seven children in my case), there are …
Sleeping in; a thing of the past!
Gone are the days when parents could lie in, stay in bed (well at least one of them) and recharge the batteries …
“You’re a SUPER MUM”
Have any of your been dubbed a ‘super mum’ (mom for my US viewers). Over the years my friends and family (and …
If you don’t ask, you don’t get!
For those who know me, I have always used this saying “if you don’t ask, you don’t get” and it is so …
The prang I never had!
Day 3, Friday: Things that make you uncomfortable This is a tough one for me; if I was to answer this as a …
No more mess underfoot while driving
You no longer have a baby in the house, nor need to use those baby nappy sacks (rubbish bags) any more? Well …
Married couples celebrating Valentines Day!……….Say What???
There are No Excuses for missing Valentines Day even if married and have been so for many years. Upon discussing the very …