Pet Care

They’re your best friends, and greet you at the door when you come home after a long day. No matter what anyone else says about his or her dog, yours is better! Doesn’t matter how, they’re just better. You want to pamper them, so here are some tips that will put your pet first:

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Toys: Let’s face it, their toys can be anywhere at any point in time. Have one bin or basket for all their toys; at the end of the day, round them all up.

Food: ALWAYS have an extra stash of food that could last a few days. You never know if there will be an emergency, or you have to leave for a couple days. If you’re gone for longer, it gives you enough time to make arrangements and not worry about your baby back home.

Playtime: If you’re gone all day at work, your pets are going to want some of your time. Schedule time to Go for a walk, and channel their energy so they’re tuckered out when it’s finally bedtime.

Things you need when leaving the house: You’ll need to take some things with you whether you’re just going for a walk or you’re going to the vet. Bring a carrier; some form of identification for your pet (collar or tag on carrier); a soft towel, blanket or a toy they can snuggle up against; a leash; food and water.

Organizing the Creative Space

With a creative mind comes a creative mess. You may know where everything is, or at least most of it, but your space could be a little cluttered.
To be creative, you need inspiration, and there’s no better way to get it than having things out that inspire you - whether magazine snippets, quotes, fabric scraps, or color swatches. And then there are the supplies! Your space may be a little overwhelming, but here are some tips to get it under control, while still allowing for inspiration.
1.    Categorize by themes You pick the themes! Depending on your style and what inspires you, it will be a rejuvenating process. This in itself can be a project, but it can get more ideas spinning if you find things you haven’t seen in awhile.

2.    Put supplies of similar nature with each other This means putting all your different kinds of papers, drawing utensils, fabrics and patterns, jewelry, and other tools together.

3.    Make inspiration boards This goes along with number one and creating themes. You can hang these boards up around your space to get a quick peak at inspiration when you need it.

4.    File it on your computer Decide if there are things you don’t really need to keep, and take a picture of it. Then, you can file your inspirational photos on your computer. You can also post the pictures on Pinterest. Hint: there’s an option to create a “secret board” on Pinterest that only you can see.

Makeup Your Makeup Routine

If you’re rushing out the door and still feeling undone, then perhaps it’s time to go through your makeup process. Having a go-to look will make the process smoother, especially once you’ve mastered it and can do it really fast. Decide the amount of makeup and how dramatic you like it to be so you’re comfortable throughout the day.
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Makeup products have an expiration date, usually listed on the packaging, if not the product itself. It’s a white picture of an open container. It’ll say something like 6M inside it, which means it’s good for 6 months after you’ve opened it. If you can’t even remember when you opened it, then it’s definitely time to toss. Here are my ideas on keeping track of it all.

Good makeup brushes can last forever as long as you take care of them. Store them in a cup, handle down, so the bristles won’t be bent or damaged. Brushes should be cleaned after 2-3 uses and deep conditioned every couple of weeks. Creating a routine will ensure their longevity and prevent the spread of bacteria to your face.

Tips for Maintaining

You’ve finally cleaned an area of your home or office, and it looks beautiful! Now comes the trouble of keeping it that way.
Here are 3 tips for maintaining a clean space:
1. Put things back where they belong right away As soon as you’re done using something, put it back in its proper place. This way you won’t feel as if you’ve lost something later on.

2. Have everyone else put things back in their proper place If you have roommates or family members in your household, then tell them about your system so they can put things back in the right place. At your office, put labels on files and cabinets for your coworker’s benefit.

3. Create a weekly schedule to touch it up Pick a day and time of the week that you can take 10-15 minutes to quickly clear up the area. This is important because things are bound not to be put back every single time. Taking time to clean the area will maintain the cleanliness.

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