Homekeeping

Home organization, cleaning, and maintenance


how to clean an antique brass chandelier

How to Clean an Antique Brass Chandelier and Remove Tarnish

I thought it would be fun to swap out a traditional bathroom light fixture for a vintage chandelier! Use a few household staples for this surprisingly simple way to clean an antique brass chandelier and crystals. We are in week two of the One Room Challenge. While the new drywall […]


DIY Lint Bin, Easy Dollar Tree Farmhouse Decor Craft

Don’t you just love this farmhouse lint bin on Amazon? They are so many options that are both pretty and functional. But then, I can’t help but say to myself…does a container for dryer lint really have to cost $26?? We are in week 3 of the $100 Room Challenge, […]


Wood Pantry Storage Crate on Wheels

DIY Wood Storage Crates on Wheels, How to Stain Wood Crates

I love the idea of using wood storage crates on wheels around the home. Wood crates were the perfect solution for our narrow, deep pantry. I found the idea for a pantry crate from IHeart Organizing, and decided to make some of my own! These crates work so well in the pantry […]


Simple Wall Mounted Fruit Basket Display

Easy Wall Mounted Fruit Basket Display DIY (for just $5!)

Today, I created a wall mounted fruit basket display in our pantry. I was first inspired by this beautiful wire basket display that I found on Pinterest. I was trying to find creative ways to maximize space in our reach in pantry, and I realized I had a perfect little […]