Are your dining room chairs scratching up your floor? We asked our readers for their solutions. I was never concerned about my chairs scratching my wood floors… until I redid them. They were sanded down, colored, shined and buffed. Now I most definitely wanted them to stay that way for as long as possible! It…
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Why You Need Retractable Chargers to Eliminate Cord Messes
Do you like having extra chargers around but hate the messy look of wires everywhere? Retractable chargers are the way to go! The biggest offender is the outlet on the side of my kitchen island. Besides my wireless 3-in-1 charger that I use every night, this is the most frequently used charging spot in the…
Is Your Car Still Clean? 5 Ways to Maintain a Clean and Organized Space
Real car tips are usually shared between men. (After all, we see our cars as simply the thing we need to do carpool, of course.) But we’ve got a few great car tips, too! It’s usually the guys that are all into their cars. But now that we’ve been riding in a clean car for…
Want to Organize Your Home Without Hiring an Organizer? This is the Answer!
Simplifized Style is the affordable way to finally get the tips, skills, product recommendations, and most importantly, the motivation you need to completely organize or fine-tune your home! When it comes to organizing, there are perhaps two types of women. There’s those who want the help. And those who don’t want the help. Let’s start…
How to Keep Your Car Cup Holders Clean Once and For All!
There will be no more grungy crevices to deal with! You know the yucky stuff I mean, right? It just seems to happen on its own. One minute you have a freshly Pesach cleaned car and the next you don’t quite want to put your hand into that cup holder to get the quarter you…
How to Fold a Stretchie (or Footie)
No matter what you call it, it’s satisfying when your precious baby’s little clothing is nice and neat. Sometimes we share a post on BCP that might have you thinking, “I know that.” You probably already know how to fold a stretchie. But we’re here for everyone, including those just starting out, or those that…
The Best Way to Pack Yarmulkes for Travel
No more squished kippahs when you get to your destination – we have a simple packing tip for you. Erev Pesach shopping last year was different, to say the least. The clothing wasn’t a high priority for us, but new yarmulkes were needed desperately. The good thing was that our local Judaica store, Judaica Plaza,…
You Need These Egg Holders if You Buy Your Eggs in Bulk
Do you buy sheets of eggs instead of cartons? This can help keep the eggs protected in your fridge while taking up less space. I rarely have more than a couple dozen eggs in my fridge. Unless I’m planning to bake; that’s when I’ll buy a couple extra. But they’re always in a carton. Except…
The Best Way to Store Bedding So It’s Ready for Guests
Avoid those late-night linen sessions with this storage tip. When it comes to hosting, it’s always best to be prepared. Whether you have a dedicated guest room or not, having linens ready at a moment’s notice makes having guests so much more enjoyable. And if you have a trundle bed that you use only for…
Wait! Don’t Unpack Your Luggage! These Are the Items That Should Stay There
There are some items we don’t ever unpack, because we never want to travel without them. In our family, each member has their own personal small piece of luggage. This is the luggage used for any short trips – overnight at a friend, Shabbos at grandparents, or a quick business trip. And in each suitcase…