Have you seen that box? You know, the cardboard one? Who took the packing tape? Wait, where did we put the baby wipes? No, seriously, where are the baby wipes? For the love of God, find the baby wipes! We’ve never performed brain surgery, but we can’t imagine it’s any more complicated than planning a move. Things. Get. Crazy. And while much of [...]
As moving day draws near, you’re probably dreading the task of packing those moving boxes. Packing is one of moving’s biggest headaches, and it can’t be avoided. Rooms full of loose knick-knacks, huge pieces of furniture, and personal wardrobes all present their own packing challenges. Boxing up your goods doesn’t have to be burdensome. By understanding which moving boxes to use for specific [...]
You picked out your new place. You’ve arranged for the movers. You’re excited, you’re pumped, and you’re ready. [dt_gap height="10" /] But are you green? The environment might not be top of mind when you’re in the middle of a move, but there are plenty of ways to be kind to Mother Nature without going out of your way or slowing down the [...]
If you’re planning a move, you may have an overwhelming urge to throw all your possessions into cardboard boxes, tape them shut and think, “I’ll deal with this after moving!” [dt_gap height="10" /] We get it. But before you start dumping drawers into boxes, we implore you: Declutter first. [dt_gap height="10" /] There’s no better time to get rid of unnecessary stuff than [...]
Prior to your move, one of the best and speediest ways to declutter and get rid of things you don’t need is to have a yard sale. [dt_gap height="10" /] But while the method of unloading a garage and spreading stuff in the driveway is tried and true, how to get people to come to the yard sale has improved in this century. [dt_gap height="10" /] It [...]
Moving into a new home and a new city is exciting. But the actual moving process? Not so much. On top of being time consuming and a hassle, moving can be expensive, too. So take some time to plan ahead and save some cash with these tips for a money-saving move. [dt_gap height="10" /] 1. Pick the right moving method The most common ways [...]
You can’t always plan a move to coordinate with your family planning, and every year thousands of women find themselves moving while pregnant. When it comes to tips, advice, and special considerations — the best thing you can do to ensure both you and your baby come out of the move healthy and happy is to talk with your physician every step of the way. [...]
Whether you have toddlers or teenagers, projecting a playful, upbeat attitude can go a long way towards making moving to a new home feel fun and adventurous. Here are some great ideas to help your kids through every step of the moving process. Involve your kids as much as possible in choosing the new house Show them pictures of potential houses online. If [...]
Food might be the last thing on your mind as you prepare for your move. Yet, it has an impact on all aspects of your moving plan. Moving food from the old kitchen to the new one can be a challenge if you don’t put some thought into the process first. Moving a kitchen means more than simply boxing up the coffee machine and [...]
You’ve nurtured your house plants, enjoying their beauty and the way they contribute to a soothing, relaxing atmosphere in your home. Moving house plants to your new home, however, can be tricky, because they are sensitive to trauma, temperature fluctuations, light levels and air flow. Here are four plant-moving tips to ensure each of your leafy friends and botanical buddies arrives bright and healthy at your new home. 1. Consult [...]