About Home: How to Have a Successful Yard Sale

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Home From Christina Donnelly, your About Home Editor So, you've spring cleaned the entire house: given the place a good scrub down, emptied out jam-packed closets and stored your winter gear. And now I bet you're stuck with a huge pile of stuff and wondering exactly where it all came from and how you ever managed to shove it into an already bursting closet! Fear not, my friends—there's a way to get rid of all of your unused stuff and make some dough while you're at it: have a yard sale! Gathering Your Merchandise I know it can be really difficult to part with your beloved stuff—especially anything sentimental—but prepping for a yard sale is the time to be honest with yourself: are you really going to wear that polyester playsuit ever again? Are Zubaz pants going to come back into style? Will you ever try jazzercise again? Probably not. Take a good, hard look at your belongings and edit, edit, edit. Your closet and storage spaces will be more spacious and easier to organize, and you'll never again be reminded that you once wore a fanny pack. 25 Smart, Easy Closet Organizers Everything You Need to Organize Your Closet 19 Photos to Inspire Your Shoe Organization Search Related Topics:  organizing  productivity  join the challenge Setting Up Your Yard Sale Between choosing the date, acquiring the proper permits (if your town requires them!), advertising your sale and setting up your merchandise, organizing a yard sale can be a lot of work! Recruit some helpers—using the promise of pizza and beer for friends and good, old fashioned guilt-tripping for family—and get to it! You might even want to ask a few neighbors if they'd like to get in on the action and have a big, neighborhood-wide sale. 5 Ways to Find Yard Sales The Best Places to Sell Your Stuff How to Display Your Yard Sale Merchandise Search Related Topics:  yard sale tools  yard sale pricing  yard sale advertising Interacting with Your Customers Any kind of buying/selling situation has the potential to be a little awkward. If an item has sentimental value, you might think it's worth more than it actually is and if you have an aggressive shopper—or someone who hasn't brushed up on their yard sale etiquette lately—they may try to push the price too far down. Be sure to price your merchandise realistically and fairly, and don't be offended when a customer tries to haggle. Remember: you don't have to accept any offers that are too low. How to Interact with Yard Sale Customers The Do's and Don'ts for Yard Sale Shoppers 10 Yard Sale Shopping Tips Search Related Topics:  yard sale display  having a yard sale  yard sale tips What to Do with the Dough Of course, you can always use the profits from your yard sale to purchase necessities or put it into savings. Or, if you'd like, you can use a little bit of moolah to refresh your home for the spring and summer. There are so many simple ways to update your home for little—or no—money! Try building your own gorgeous, earthy coffee table, paint a dramatic feature wall or swap your heavy winter bedding for newer, lighter options to give your home some easy and super affordable updates. 10 Spring-Inspired Home Updates 5 Affordable Living Room Updates 10 Genius IKEA Hacks Related Searches Yard Sale Garage Sales House Clean Service Choosing House Paint House Buying Tips Featured Articles Follow About Home on Pinterest! Remodeling Your Kitchen? Read This First! Applying Feng Shui to Spring Cleaning Easy, Affordable Bedroom Makeovers 10 Cute Wall Art Ideas 5 Vertical Gardens for Small Spaces   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Home newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. If you would like to unsubscribe from all newsletters sent from About.com, please send an email to optout@about.com with "Unsubscribe" as the subject line. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2014 About.com   Advertisement

About Home: 100+ DIY Projects for Your Home

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Home From Christina Donnelly, your About Home Editor You don't need a gigantic budget to give your home a boost! With a little bit of creativity, a few common household tools and ingredients and our simple DIY guides, you can give your space a total facelift in one weekend. Check out our roundup of more than 100 DIY projects, grab your glue gun and get crafty! DIY Furniture Buying new furniture costs a fortune! So why not save some moolah and update furniture you already have? From reupholstering an old armchair, to breathing new life into your dilapidated IKEA furniture, to getting creative with flea market finds, our genius Experts have smart tips and easy-to-follow instructions, so you can make your furniture pop ... and save some serious cash. (I recommend spending those savings on wine and snacks to enjoy while lounging on your freshly upholstered furniture!) How to DIY a Gorgeous Live Edge Coffee Table Brilliant Alternatives to Nightstands 5 Ways to Update a Dresser Search Related Topics:  diy safety  painting furniture  furniture shopping DIY Home Accessories I've said it before and I'll say it again: accessories totally make your space. You can add a personal touch to any room by DIY-ing a few fun home accessories: dress up a bland coffee table with glittery, glam coasters; personalize the dinner table with custom glassware; or give your space some extra light with an insanely creative, stylish light fixture. 50 DIY Home Decor Projects Make a No-Sew Table Runner 10 Clever Wall Art DIYs Search Related Topics:  glossary  accessorizing  housewares DIY Home Cleansers It's easy being green—especially when you're being earth- and wallet-friendly! Did you know you can make eco-friendly, affordable cleaning products with basic ingredients from your pantry? Vinegar, lemons and baking soda can clean virtually every surface in your house! And once you're finished with the big scrub down, keep your rooms fresh with a DIY scent diffuser and linen spray. Ahhhhh. Homemade, All-Natural Cleaning Products 10 Ingredients for Homemade Cleansers Make Your Own Laundry Detergent Pods Search Related Topics:  green cleaning  natural cleaning products  cleaning recipes Fun DIY Ideas for You So, you've treated your house to a few upgrades—now it's time to treat yourself! Take a hot bath with some luxurious homemade body scrubs and a good read, dress up your ensemble with a totally customized statement necklace or hop into some (absolutely brilliant) Louboutin-inspired kicks and get your strut on. Natural Exfoliants for DIY Soap Make Sweet Apple Cider Soap Pretty Ombre Soap DIY Related Searches DIY Simple DIY Easy DIY House Painting DIY Crafts Cheap DIY Home Decor Featured Articles Follow About Home on Facebook! 5 Feng Shui Tips for Spring Cleaning Refresh Your Bedding for Spring 7 Houseplants You Can't Kill How to Create an Amazing Accent Wall 5 Ways to Go Green Right Now   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Home newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. If you would like to unsubscribe from all newsletters sent from About.com, please send an email to optout@about.com with "Unsubscribe" as the subject line. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2014 About.com   Advertisement

About Home: Start Your Spring Cleaning!

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Home From Christina Donnelly, your About Home Editor Springtime: warmer weather, baby animals and pretty flowers. Also, a winterized house that's in dire need of a good scrub down. Lucky for you, we've got easy ways to whip your home into shape! If only I could apply the same methods to prepping for bathing suit season. Sigh. Get it Squeaky Clean All of the big family breakfasts you made on snowy days seemed like a good idea, but now the kitchen is coated in a fine coat of flour and there's syrup stuck in the living room carpet, huh? Grab an all-purpose cleaner 'cause it's time to scrub. We've got easy ways to tackle the kitchen, bathroom and living room. How to Deep Clean Your Bathroom 3 All-Natural Cleaning Products Is Bleach the Best Cleanser? Search Related Topics:  spring cleaning  seasonal chores  cleaning a room Store Out-of-Season Gear I'm not sure about you guys, but after this winter, I never want to see a sweater ever again. Storing your seasonal clothing not only keeps your closet clean and organized, but it helps you forget about the terrible mornings you spent trudging through slush, too. Now, wash those wool sweaters, store your boot collection and daydream about sundresses, shorts and sandals. How to Store Clothes Seasonally How to Declutter Your Closet Easy Closet Storage Solutions Search Related Topics:  closets  storage  spring cleaning Organize Your Closet Now that your closet is free of bulky winter clothing and that massive pile of boots and wool socks, you can finally get it organized! Whether you're working with a small closet or a huge walk-in, we've got tips and tricks to get your clothing, handbags and accessories nice and tidy. 25 Space-Saving Closet Organizers 10 Quick Closet Organization Projects How to Control Your Clutter Search Related Topics:  closets  organization  Have a Yard Sale Spring cleaning is the best excuse to get rid clothing and housewares you no longer use ... and springtime is the best time to have a yard sale! Get the facts on hosting a successful yard sale, how to advertise your yard sale and how to manage tricky monetary transactions. How to Haggle at a Yard Sale Your Yard Sale Checklist The Do's and Don'ts of Yard Sales Search Related Topics:  yard sale tips  yard sale advertising  yard sale pricing Related Searches Spring Cleaning Tip House Carpet Cleaner House Maid Cleaning Cleaning Home Deep Cleaning Featured Articles How to Create a Stunning Accent Wall 5 Clever Vertical Gardens All About Radiant Orchid 5 Easy Ways to Go Green TODAY How to Start Seeds Indoors Creative Alternatives to Nightstands   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Home newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2014 About.com   Advertisement

About Home: How to Prep Your Home for Spring

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Home From Christina Donnelly, your About Home Editor I don't know about you guys, but I'm so ready for nice weather, green grass and being able to stay outside for more than two minutes at a time. Whether you live in a warm climate (lucky!) or your house is currently buried under a few feet of snow, it's time to start prepping your home for spring. And hey—maybe those spring-y thoughts will make the warmer weather arrive even faster! Gardens and Landscaping From applying fertilizers to properly pruning your plants, lovely, spring gardens and landscaping elements take a lot of preparation and planning. And just like your home, your outdoor spaces need a little bit of spring cleaning, too. Even if there's still snow on the ground, you can get a head start by starting your spring seeds indoors. Perennials to Prune in the Spring When Can I Plant Annuals? 10 Tasks to Prepare Your Lawn for Spring Search Related Topics:  spring gardens  fertilizing lawns  improving yard drainage Home Exteriors Harsh, wintry weather can really beat up a home's exteriors! It's important to address any issues—such as clogged gutters, broken screen doors or weathered siding—after a tough winter, so your home can maintain its great curb appeal and so you can avoid serious (and pricy) problems in the future. 10 Gorgeous Home Exteriors Decorating Outdoor Spaces for Spring Give Your Front Door Good Feng Shui Home Interiors Updating your home's decor each season can keep your spaces feeling fresh and timely—but that doesn't mean you have to completely overhaul your interiors every few months. Simply swap out heavier textiles—like curtains and throws—for lighter, airier options; paint a feature wall a few shades lighter; or add a few boldly-patterned throw pillows to your living room and bedroom. Designer Tips on Refreshing Your Home Decorating with Fresh Flowers Incorporating Floral Fabrics in Your Home Search Related Topics:  seasonal decorating  Easy Spring Cleaning How could we not talk a little bit about spring cleaning?! Taking the time to deep clean your home after being cooped up all winter long not only feels great, but it's the perfect opportunity to purge junk and donate old clothing, too. Don't miss our step-by-step guides to getting every room in your house—from the kitchen, to the bedroom, to the living room—spic 'n' span after a long winter. How to Deep Clean the Bathroom 18 30-Minute Home Organizing Projects 5 Ways to Control Your Clutter Search Related Topics:  spring cleaning  seasonal chores  clutter control Related Searches Spring Cleaning Tip Outdoor Lawn Care Fresh Spring Flowers House Painting Wall Lawn Clean Up Featured Articles No Closet, No Problem: 10 Smart Fixes How to Remove Bathroom Rust Stains Make a Pretty Plant Terrarium Small Home Offices with Big Style How to Use Grey in Home Decor The Best Pet-Proof Kitchen Floors   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Home newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2014 About.com   Advertisement