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Simple Summer Planner
Ready to plan your summer? You need a simple summer planner to map out your months and balance free time, vacations, and summer camps.
School Lunch Supply Organization & Routine
Lunch supply organization and routines aren’t exciting, but they ARE important for efficient and simple lunch packing!
Meal Planning by Macros (with Printable)
Meal planing for macros can be challenging, but it’s so important for success. This post breaks it down, plus there’s a free printable!
DIY Closet System for Kids (Aurdal from Ikea)
The Aurdal closet system from Ikea has been a game-changer for our kids’ closets! Here’s how we installed and organized it!
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Kids’ Closet Organization Ideas (featuring Ikea Aurdal)
Do you struggle with kids’ closet organization? We installed an Ikea Aurdal custom closet in our son’s room. Here’s how it’s organized!
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No Spend Challenge {with Free Printable Tracker}
A No Spend January is a great way to reset spending habits and start your annual budget off on the right foot!
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11 Amazing Gifts for Organized People
Do you have someone to shop for this year that loves to organize? Have no fear, my gift list for people who love organization is here.
Stocking Stuffers for Organized People
Top stocking stuffers for people who like to organize, the companion to gift ideas for people who love to organized is here! Christmas is covered!
Clutter-Free Hostess Gift Ideas
Have a party coming up and don’t know what to get your host? Check out these Clutter-Free Hostess Gift Ideas for Thanksgiving or anytime!
Essential Routines for Working Moms
It’s not easy being a working mom. Here are some morning, afternoon, evening, weekly, and monthly routines for working moms.
Summer Reading – 2024
Summer reading isn’t just for kids! I’ve been reading up a storm this summer — here are the 23 books I’ve read and my ratings.
How to Apply Vinyl Stickers (aka Decals)
Are you intimidated by vinyl stickers? Don’t worry, we got you! Here’s how to apply vinyl stickers and labels!
DIY Board and Batten Entryway with Hooks
Looking to add function and style to your foyer? This DIY Board and Batten Entryway project is a quick and simple way to do just that!
March Meal Plan: 31 Meals in 18 Minutes
A family friendly March Meal Plan is here, and it’s fantastic. Find out what’s cooking this month.
February: My 28-Day Meal Plan
My 29-day meal plan for February is here! Use this recipe-for-recipe, or pick your faves!
Why Being Organized Is Important
Being organized is important for so many reasons. Here are 10 ways being disorganized is hurting you professionally and personally.
Coat Closet Organization
Coat closet organization can be a challenge, but this guide will help you maximize and organize every inch of your space!
January Monthly Meal Plan
My January Monthly Meal Plan is ready to go! 31 Meals in 30 minutes using all the food we’ve been ignoring in our freezer. Yum!
“Thank You, Delivery Drivers” Sign and Snack Basket
Want a simple way to make someone smile? Put together a “Thank you, Delivery Drivers” sign and basket and wait for the happy dances!
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Travel Pill Organizer You Need
If you’ve ever scrounged around for medicine when you’re away from home, a travel pill organizer may be just what you need!
Common Houseplants: My Top Five & How to Keep them Alive
Plants add so much to a home. After years of buying (and killing) plants, I’ve got 5 favorite common houseplants that are easy to care for.
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5 Spots to Reset Before School Starts
Are you feeling overwhelmed with the start of school? Same. Here are 5 spots to reset before school starts. Take control of your space.
Decluttering Tips for Hoarders
If you or someone you love suffers from hoarding disorder, these 10 decluttering tips for hoarders may be helpful for you.
Money for Chores? Teaching Spend, Save, Give
Thinking about paying your kids money for chores? Here are some parameters and rules to consider so kids can learn.
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Simple Chore Chart for Kids (Free Printable)
Need a chore chart for kids? They’re useful tools to build independence and responsibility. Free printables you can edit and use!
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Best Garage Organization Products
Is walking into your garage stressful? Garages can be a beast to organize, but my favorite garage organization products can help!
30 Day Declutter Challenge (And Printable)
Feeling bogged down by clutter in your home? This 30 Day Declutter Challenge will have you tackling common problem areas in homes so you can feel good about your space.
Slow: Simple Living for a Frantic World by Brooke McAlary [Book Review]
Looking to simplify? Slow: Simple Living for a Frantic World by Brooke McAlary might be just the book you need right now.
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Meet Melissa
Blogger & Organizer
Hi! I’m Melissa, owner of Life with Less Mess! As a teacher, then a mom, then an organizer, and then a teacher again, I’ve learned (firsthand, over and over) the benefits that organization can bring into lives – especially busy lives with lots of kids running around!
Follow along as I organize, declutter, and DIY my way through my spaces. By living my life with less mess, I hope I can motivate and inspire you to do the same! LEARN MORE