Articles By:

Lynnette Walczak

I like to help people find unique ways to do things that will save time & money -- so I write about "outside the box" Household Tips and Life Hacks that most wouldn't think of. I'm super-organized. And I LOVE to clean! I even enjoy doing laundry (but not ironing). I’m also a lifelong dog owner -- so I often share my favorite tips for living with dogs inside your home (like smart home design choices and dog-friendly cleaning & decorating ideas). Career-wise, I've been sharing my best ideas with others by blogging full-time since 1998 (the same year that Google started... and before the days of Facebook and YouTube). Prior to that, I worked in Higher Ed over 10 years before switching gears to pursue activities that I'm truly passionate about instead. For example, I've worked at a vet, in a photo lab, and at a zoo -- to name a few. I enjoy the outdoors via bicycle, motorcycle, Jeep, or RV. When I’m not cleaning, organizing, decorating, or fixing something… you'll find me at the corner of Good News & Fun Times as publisher of The Fun Times Guide (32 fun & helpful websites). To date, I've personally written over 200 articles about cleaning, organization, DIY repairs, and household hacks on this site! A few have over 2M shares; many others have over 100K shares.

I Fixed Our Dishwasher Water Not Draining! Here’s How I Did It…

Dishwasher water not draining? It's probably: 1) Food blocking the dishwasher drain OR 2) Food clogging the drain hose. See how to fix a dishwasher yourself... like I did!

The Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide For Homebodies: 30 Items They Probably Won’t Buy For Themselves And You’ll Definitely Want To Keep For Yourself!

Know someone who moved? Or spends a lot of time at home? You've come to the right place to find something special for them this year! I own most of these!

Once You Try Candleberry Candles, You’ll Never Burn Any Other Candle!

It wasn't until I tried Candleberry candles that I realized just how 'average' most scented candles are. Candleberry makes long lasting scented candles. They're the best scented candles too!

How Those Moving & Storage Pods Work…

Thinking of using one of those PODS moving & storage units? Get a promo code here! Plus POD storage prices, photos, and reviews of PODS storage containers.

Got A Ladybug Infestation? Here’s What To Do If Ladybugs Are Invading Your Home

How to keep ladybugs out of your home + Reasons they invade your house. Avoid a ladybug infestation (aka Asian lady beetles and ladybirds) with these tips.

The Best FREE Home Inventory Programs, Apps, And Printable Forms To Keep Track Of Everything You Own

You need a detailed inventory of all your belongings in the event of a natural disaster or theft. Create your own personal inventory using one of these FREE home inventory programs, apps, and printable forms. (You don't have to use a home inventory app. I'll show you how to save your home inventory in the cloud!)

Are Invasive Species Of Insects Destroying Your Plants? Here Are 4 Ways To Rejuvenate Your Garden By Attracting Beneficial Insects

Are invasive species of insects eating your plants? Instead of using chemicals, see this list of beneficial insects to release in the garden. (They will naturally get rid of the pesky insects for you!) Don't want to release live predatory insects?... See our list of plants that attract beneficial insects naturally!

My Review Of The iLife Robot Vacuum Cleaner… In A 3,700 Sq. Ft. 2-Story House With 3 Dogs!

I have both, an A8 model and a V8 model of the iLife robot vacuum. (They're about half the price of a Roomba!) I use the A8 upstairs and the V8 downstairs. See my pros & cons of a robot vacuum cleaner vs. a traditional upright vacuum cleaner. And see how well the wet mopping feature works on this auto vacuum cleaner.

The Best Way To Pack For Moving: 10 Clever Ideas For Packing Boxes Efficiently When You’re Packing To Move Into A New House

Packing to move into a new house soon? I've moved... a lot! And I've got some clever tips when packing boxes for your move that will help you save time and stay organized!

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