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Your roommate survival kit includes a whiteboard, a Costco membership, and a sleek and effective trash can. Welcome to Roommates Week, an exploration of the highs and lows of cohabitation. You’ve signed the lease, curated your Pinterest boards, and picked out the perfect couch…but now you have to figure out how to make things work with your roommates. Thankfully, we’re here to help. Consider this your roommate survival guide, complete with everything you need to live happily ever after with others. Our recs include noise-canceling earplugs, a hair-catching bathtub drain, and a remote work-saving Wi-Fi extender. We’re here to help...

Those of you that are on the fence about prepping and have considered the cost that goes with it, know this. A survival kit doesn’t have to cost you a bunch of money like you’re thinking. Sometimes it’s the small things that seem insignificant to you and me that can make all the difference in getting through that next disaster or major emergency. For instance, you probably didn’t think that a drinking straw has many purposes besides its original use, but you’d be wrong! Check out these survival uses for drinking straws. Survival Uses for Drinking Straws Just a regular...

Sweaters! Warm, cozy, wonderful sweaters! When it’s cold outside, wrapping yourself up with your favorite oversized knitwear is one of the best feelings ever. There is one thing I truly used to struggle with when it came to sweaters though, and that was how to keep them organized so they’re easy to see, and they don’t take half my closet. It took me some time and effort, but I’ve gathered a list of fantastic sweater storage solutions to help you finally get your bulky winter knitwear under control. This post contains affiliate links. Tips for Organizing Sweaters How often do...

Let’s be honest! An emergency situation isn’t always going to wait around until you’re able to get home or to your vehicle where you keep all of your emergency supplies. Because on occasion, there may be instances where you’re taking the city bus somewhere, cheering on your favorite sports team in another city, or vacationing hundreds of miles away. But that doesn’t have to mean that you’re entirely out of luck. Let’s talk about how to put together a pill bottle survival kit. Pill Bottle Survival Kit You’ve probably never thought much about it, but it would amaze you what all...

With the warm weather approaching, it is time to swap out your hats and scarves for sunglasses and flip-flops! This can quickly lead to a disorganized mudroom since you now need more shoe and jacket options for the varying temperatures. Closet & Storage Concepts is here to help! Read below to discover how you can revamp your mudroom for spring.  Swap Out Your Winter Coats For Spring Jackets Though spring weather can sometimes be unpredictable, you’ll likely be able to store away those heavier winter coats until next season. Light jackets like denim jackets and raincoats are good items to...