Organized by Trista

02/03/2026

😊😊I just stumbled upon this room divider on Amazon and had to share! This is a great easy fix when you need to separate an area off. I’m thinking it would be great if you have a senior citizen that needs a private bedroom area on the main floor or to divide a bedroom in half. It has excellent reviews for sturdiness!

🤔How would you use this? Any other ideas??

12/26/2025

❄️ Ice storm days = unexpected organizing wins! ❄️

Since the weather kept me home today🙄, I tackled something we all tend to put off… cleaning out my kitchen cupboards!

😜😜I always recommend going through your cabinets at least once a year, and for me, the first week of January is my go-to time. It’s the perfect reset after the holidays and a great way to start the year feeling lighter and more organized.

What I found today:
✔️ Expired items
✔️ Things we no longer use
✔️ Space I didn’t realize I had

😊😊A yearly cabinet clean-out helps you:
• Save money (no more buying duplicates)
• Make cooking easier and less stressful
• Keep clutter from slowly creeping back in

If opening your cupboards feels overwhelming or you don’t know where to start, you don’t have to do it alone. I offer free in-home consultations and would love to help you create systems that actually work for you.

📩 Message me or comment below to get started.

Remember: progress, not perfection.

— Trista♥️♥️

12/21/2025

My Christmas baking is now complete, thanks to Kiersten’s excellent cookie exchange event, which showcased the awesome baking skills of our family and friends!!🎄♥️🎄

11/26/2025

11/26/2025

⏰ ⏰If you’re crunched for time this holiday season, these frozen pies taste great!

🥧 🥧I’m quite particular about pies and wouldn’t normally consider a frozen option, but these pies taste remarkably close to homemade!

11/26/2025

we have extended our giveaway until 2pm today & then we will be drawing for a name! if you have not entered our giveaway yet, now is your chance!! 🤩
be sure to go find the original post and follow ALL of the steps!

11/25/2025

It’s Tanner Tuesday !!

😊😊Today little Tanner helped me tackle a project that’s been a hot mess for far too long—my recipe collection!!

🤪🤪Between torn-out magazine pages, handwritten cards, and loose papers shoved in every direction, it was definitely time for a reset.

🥰🥰So Tanner and I spread everything out and sorted through the recipes I actually use, let go of the ones I don’t, and re-organized the keepers so I can finally find what I need without digging!!

💡 Organizing Tip:
Just like recipes, our homes work better when we keep only what truly serves us. If something hasn’t been used, loved, or needed in a long time… it might be time to let it go. A few minutes of decluttering can make everyday tasks feel lighter and more joyful!!♥️♥️

👉 If your kitchen drawers, recipe books, or paper piles are stressing you out, I’d love to help! Message me for a free in-home consultation and let’s make your home work for you again!

11/13/2025

🍎 🍏 This morning’s project was quick and simple thanks to the apple peeler/slicer my sweet mother-in-law gave me years ago♥️♥️

🔪 After the apples were peeled and sliced, I mixed up the filling and froze it right in a pie plate lined with plastic wrap. Once frozen, I will put the saran wrapped apples into a labeled freezer bag.

🥶🥶Freezing it this way means each pie’s filling is already measured out — when Thanksgiving rolls around, I can just make a fresh crust, pop in the prepared apples, and bake! 🥧🦃🥧

✨ 🦃🦃Organizer tip: A little prep ahead of time makes the holidays (and your kitchen!) run so much smoother.

🤔🤔Does anyone else have some time saving tips for holiday prep?🎄🎄

11/12/2025

Car diffusers! they will be ready as soon as this Saturday, November 15th. Pickup in St. Mary’s, Johnsonburg, Wilcox or Kane! 🎄$6
Perfect stocking stuffer!
Comment "sold 1 sugar cookie royale"

Hansel & Gretel's House- Delightful, frosted ginger and spice blend with clove and vanilla for a rich treat

Sugar Cookie Royale- Sugary top notes, melts into creamy butter and soft dough through the middle, and finishes with a smooth vanilla.

Sweater Weather- Everything fresh and cozy should be, smelling like one of your favorite sweaters on a cool crisp morning!

Coffee House- This rich blend leads with the deep, roasted notes of fresh-brewed coffee and layers in buttery pastries, maple sweetness, and a creamy finish.

Sugared Pralines- Rich buttercream and sweet syrup surround a warm nutty accord to create this delightful treat.

Sugar Cookies & Prosecco- Zesty lemon, sweet jasmine, and rich buttercream create a captivating heart, while vanilla sugar cookie, sultry musk, and decadent caramel leave a daring, irresistible finish.

Flannel- a warm blend of bergamot, mahogany and a delicate veil of musk.
Gingerbread- Ginger, cinnamon and nutmeg topped with sugar and rich vanilla create this familiar holiday scent loved by many.

Hazelnut Coffee- expertly blended with a complimentary fusion of indulgent notes including warm hazelnuts, vanilla, and a touch of coconut syrup.

Cranberry Chutney- A traditional delight that blends notes of peeled oranges and spiced berries into a bowl of cranberry chutney.

Texas Pecan Pie- Warm pecan pie just out of the oven with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top.

Frasier Fir- unmistakable scent of a Christmas tree, combining green top notes with Siberian pine, cedarwood, and soft musk for a clean and uplifting balsam and cedar scent.

Vanilla Buttercream crunch- creamy melted butter, giving way to soft coconut notes, and finishes with a smooth vanilla base layered with subtle maple undertones.

Chocolate truffle- Dark cocoa nibs and caramel strands wrapped in rich vanilla and creamy milk.

Mahogany teakwood- bath & body dupe. all time favorite! h mebf s

11/11/2025

11/11/2025

🦃 It’s Tanner Tuesday!

🍁🧡🍁This week Tanner discovered my new Thanksgiving decoration — a cute little turkey sitting right on the coffee table. I snapped the sweetest picture of him checking it out before he went down for his nap. While he slept, I headed up to the attic to dig out some old toys and a box of books from when my own kids were little. It’s so fun seeing him enjoy the same things they once did!

🥣🥣At lunch, he wore the nicest silicone bib — it has a little catch tray for all those dropped bites — and a divided silicone plate that sticks right to his highchair. Both make mealtime so much easier and less messy!

☺️☺️Organizer’s Tip: If you’re holding onto toys and books from your kids, take a few minutes to sort through them. Keep the timeless favorites for the grandkids and let go of the rest. You’ll free up space and make room for new memories. 💛

11/10/2025

🍁 🦃 Growing up, we never decorated for Christmas until after Thanksgiving — and that tradition stuck with me. I love enjoying the cozy fall colors, pumpkins, and candles just a little longer before bringing out the sparkle of Christmas.

🎄Once the Christmas lights go up, though, they stay up well into January (sometimes February 😄). There’s something about that soft glow that makes the long winter nights feel comforting and peaceful — like a little reminder of the magic that carries us through the cold months. ♥️♥️

🪞Organizing tip: When you’re switching seasons, take a few extra minutes to declutter your décor bins. Toss anything broken, donate what no longer fits your style, and label your containers clearly before storing them away. It makes decorating next year so much easier — and a lot more enjoyable!

🌟 If your seasonal décor (or storage spaces) feel a bit overwhelming, I can help you create simple systems that make every transition smooth and stress-free.

🤔🤔Do you remember when your family used to decorate for Christmas — early or after Thanksgiving?