This book: Simpler Living: A Back to Basics Guide to Cleaning, Furnishing, Storing, Decluttering, Streamlining, Organizing, and More by Jeff Davidson, published by Skyhorse Publishing is perfect for those that want a bit of help organizing their home, office and life generally.
This is more of a resource that you can refer to on a variety of topics, rather than a book to read from cover to cover. I especially like the section on seasonal cleaning.
“The Arrival of spring presents the perfect opportunity to give your home a once-over and make sure everything is functional.”
The section on seasonal cleaning says that it is important to give your home a regular check-up, preferably every 6 months. The checklist they provide is really helpful, because I don’t always remember to do things like check the smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.
Proof that this book really does cover more than just your home and organization—there is a nice section on pets. Additionally, you can find information about managing money, healthcare, travelling, and setting up a small business!
How to win 1 of 2 copies of Simpler Living: A Back to Basics Guide to Cleaning, Furnishing, Storing, Decluttering, Streamlining, Organizing, and More:
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I received a copy of this book but was not compensated in any other way. This giveaway ends June 22nd at midnight PST. It is open to US/Canada. I will choose winners via And The Winner Is.
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The computer room needs attention. Thanks for the wonderful giveaway
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Stacy says
I've been working on my studio, but would love help with our kitchen and garage.
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Pam Keener says
My computer room looks like a crack house or so I'm told since I have no idea what a crack house looks like. It is messy and cluttered that is fer sure.
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I live next to a crack house. yes, seriously. (part of why I am leaving this city soon). I hope your computer room doesn't really look like that! ha! 🙂
mechele johnson says
I would love to de-clutter and simplify my kids' rooms. I have 5 kids!
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My basement is a train wreck! Laundry area down there as well. I also have "clutter" issues in all closets. :/
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My master closet needs help! I'm always looking for ideas and tips!
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I need to organize my closets.
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samantha says
my office is in major need of decluttering!
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Maggie says
My main living area is out of control – kitchen, dining and living room. Would love to simplifiy!
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my whole house
Amysuesplace says
As a SAHM, I really need help in all aspects of the house. I never feel the house is clean enough, or organized enough!
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I need to work on my kitchen.
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Jen M says
Definitely the kitchen cabinets. Complete chaos in there!
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409cope says
I have to work on decluttering my garage.
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my whole house!! especially my storage room =)
Susan C says
My home office area is a mess-it really needs organizing.
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faith hope & cherrytea says
i really do want to declutter my verandah – give a more welcoming hospitable entry to my lovely old home! sounds like just the help i'm needing! thx Tazim!
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Pat says
I'd like to work on decluttering the garage.
Lori W. says
I would love to declutter my kitchen… it's hard because I always think I'll use a tool eventually.
Christy says
The area where I keep my bills filed could use a de-cluttering process… I'm sure the tips in the book are great!
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My work shop and tool area needs organizing
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I’d like to work on decluttering my guest room, which is currently more of a storage room.
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kittenish says
My bedroom floor is full of piles of magazines and books and bath and body products. I need help decluttering and organizing it. It's bad.
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Ed Nemmers says
The spare bedroom!
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My kitchen cabinets really need cleaned out.
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shawna says
I would like to declutter our catchall room in the basement.