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Vintage Wardrobe Sewing Challenge: The Basic Suit Jacket {Part I}

5/13/2021

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The Vintage Wardrobe Sewing Challenge is underway and I am finding that just 1 item per month is doable for me. You are welcome to jump in anytime or just follow along for color coordinated wardrobe ideas.

Today, I'm excited to present Part I - The Basic Suit Jacket.   Let's talk about:
  • A Little "Snag"
  • Patterns & Plans
  • The Basic Jacket
  • The Proper Fit
  • What's Next

​I hope you'll get some tips that really help!

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Vintage Wardrobe Sewing Challenge

3/20/2021

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Have you ever wanted a color coordinated wardrobe?  I have, and so the vintage wardrobe sewing challenge begins.  In this post I will share:
  • ​basic materials
  • color scheme
  • wardrobe planning
  • the schedule
  • the rules to enter​

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The Homekeeping Hour

1/13/2020

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How much time a day do you spend on homekeeping? I'm not talking about the "ideal" floating around in our head, but real minutes. For me, on busy homeschool days (most are), I get in a good, solid hour.

T
he Homekeeping Hour is a simple solution for the busy mom. Let's take a look at what to do each morning using our Homekeeping Calendar with built-in routines. 

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Being a Good Hostess | The Charming Homekeeper

1/6/2020

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​The Charming Homekeeper is a vintage series you may enjoy receiving in your inbox!  Join Free
The Charming Homekeeper knows that being a good hostess is, actually, rather quite simple . . . when you have a no-fail plan to follow.  Here it is . . . with a time table and sample menu!

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Daily Cleaning Checklist Free Printable | Homekeeping Calendar

1/4/2020

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Daily Cleaning Checklist Free Printable

The Daily Cleaning Checklist Free Printable is a Homekeeping Calendar that gives you 4 daily tasks to do each day and takes 1 hour. Each little task makes a big difference:
  • Make Bed (5-15 minutes)
  • Clean Counters & Dishes (15 m.)
  • Clean Floors (15 minutes)
  • Tidy & Trash (15 minutes)
You don't have to clean all day for a neat & tidy home! Here's how it works  in 3 simple steps.

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From Renee's Desk | January Homekeeping Calendar & Goals

12/30/2019

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The January Homekeeping Calendar is here and includes our built-in routines!  Now, you can easily access our calendar anytime on our new page, Freebies, under the menu bar, "Learn & Discuss."
Here's what to do:
  1. Print it here & post to your fridge.
  2. See how it works.
  3. Do 5 things a day (about 1 hour).
Enjoy your neat & tidy home. This is what I use and it works! Now, let me give you a tip and share my January Goals.

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Letter Writing | The Charming Homekeeper

8/8/2019

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Letter Writing
The Charming Homekeeper is a vintage series you may enjoy receiving in your inbox!  Join free
The Charming Homekeeper will love the beauty of letter writing with:
  • a stationary set
  • a correspondance plan
  • a letter writing guide

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Your New Name | The Charming Homekeeper

8/7/2019

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​The Charming Homekeeper is a vintage series you may enjoy receiving in your inbox!  Join free
The Charming Homekeeper makes writing Your New Name a breeze with:
  • signature - how to
  • telephone talk
  • introductions

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From Miss to Mrs. | The Charming Homekeeper

8/6/2019

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The Charming Homekeeper is a vintage series you may enjoy receiving in your inbox!  Join Free
The Charming Homekeeper makes the transition "From Miss to Mrs." with ease!  Includes:
  • 3 steps for after the honeymoon
  • vintage wisdom

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August Homekeeping Calendar is Here!

7/28/2019

 
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The August Homekeeping Calendar is my free gift to you!  Simply check-off 5 tasks per day for a neat and tidy home!
  1. Print the August Homekeeping Calendar
  2. Post to your fridge.
  3. Complete tasks in about 1 hour a day.
That's it! If you want to receive the calendar in your inbox, subscribe here and see how it works in 3 simple steps.  Happy August!
​
Warmly, Renee

P.S. If you find this a helpful resource, please take a moment to share with other moms.

A Bride's Gift Registry | The Charming Homekeeper

4/26/2019

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A Bride's Gift Registry gives you a complete list of essentials for fine living. Includes:
  • checklist
  • vintage wisdom

Before you say, "I do," there are so many things you don't!  That is ... you don't want to write a laundry list of wasteful home items on your bridal gift registry, only to find you are missing the essentials for fine living!  So, to the new bride or the seasoned homekeeper (who wants to refresh), I present ... A Bride's Gift Registry.  

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March Homekeeping Calendar

2/27/2019

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March Homekeeping Calendar | Instant Download
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The March Homekeeping Calendar shows you how to keep your home clean and organized with a daily checklist:
  • Make Bed
  • Clean Counters
  • Check Floors
  • Trash & Clutter*
Plus, it includes reminders for the weekly routine we use here at Total Home Makeover with handmade icons.  Here's how it works + how to get it free.

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Our Meal Planner is Here!  {A Tour}

2/16/2019

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Most of you know my story.  New mom.  Lost in homekeeping.  Found her way with smart routines.  Felt I was to write a book about it.  That's it in a nutshell.  That's why I'm here -to encourage you in homekeeping and motherhood.

So, I'm excited to present our new meal planner -a tool to help you meal plan for proper daily nutrition.  Here's a quick tour with some vintage fun!

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How to Meal Plan in 3 Simple Steps!

2/11/2019

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Today, most meal planners are missing the bigger picture-daily nutritional needs!
Yes, there are many dinner planners and there are many dinner cookbooks, but dinner is only 1/3 of the picture.

For proper daily nutrition, you should include planning for:
  • breakfast
  • lunch
  • dinner
Let's take a look at how to meal plan in 3 simple steps!

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Antique Desk

4/23/2018

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Total Home Makeover offers a simple system for mom to keep her home neat & tidy with delicious meals on the table, and have time to spare.  A great place to start is Step 1: A Daily Routine {with free printable} and the Quick Start Kit. ​​​
Start Here
I found this antique desk (with a secret compartment) for a really great price a few months ago. I kept thinking about it. Recently, on a return trip to the local antique shop, I was delighted to find it was still there! Since my next makeover is the home office, I wanted to show you this unique piece.

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Top Three Daily Tasks for  Better Housekeeping

3/28/2018

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​Total Home Makeover offers a simple system for mom to keep her home neat & tidy with delicious meals on the table, and have time to spare.  A great place to start is Step 1: A Daily Routine {with free printable} and the Quick Start Kit. ​
Start Here
I talk a lot about daily and weekly tasks and about how to put them into a routine, but if you asked me, "What are the top three daily tasks for better housekeeping?" here's what I would say.  

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How to Clean Your House In One Hour a Week

3/9/2018

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​Total Home Makeover offers a simple system for mom to keep her home neat & tidy with delicious meals on the table, and have time to spare.  A great place to start is Step 1: A Daily Routine {with free printable} and the Quick Start Kit. ​
Want a simple 3-step cleaning method? This method makes it easy to train your children.  Here's how to clean your house in one hour a week with family helping!

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Cleaning Checklist Free Printable

3/6/2018

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​Total Home Makeover offers a simple system for mom to keep her home neat & tidy with delicious meals on the table, and have time to spare.  A great place to start is Step 1: A Daily Routine {with free printable} and the Quick Start Kit. ​
Start Here
​This Cleaning Checklist Free Printable is so easy to implement for the whole family with the column that says ... assign!  It works with both my simple 3-Step Cleaning Method and 3-Step Cleaning Kit.  Enjoy!

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DIY All-Surface Floor Spray

3/6/2018

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DIY All-Surface Floor Spray Recipe + Label
​Total Home Makeover offers a simple system for mom to keep her home neat & tidy with delicious meals on the table, and have time to spare.  A great place to start is Step 1: A Daily Routine {with free printable} and the Quick Start Kit. ​
This DIY All-Surface Floor Spray is so easy & economical to make and works with both my simple 3-Step Cleaning Method and 3-Step Cleaning Kit.  Here's the recipe!

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DIY Soft Cleaning Paste Recipe

3/3/2018

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DIY Soft Cleaning Paste
Total Home Makeover offers a simple system for mom to keep her home neat & tidy with delicious meals on the table, and have time to spare.  A great place to start is Step 1: A Daily Routine {with free printable} and the Quick Start Kit. ​
This DIY Soft Cleaning Paste Recipe is so easy & economical to make and works with both my simple 3-Step Cleaning Method and 3-Step Cleaning Kit.  Here's the recipe!
DIY Soft Cleaning Paste Recipe

You Will Need:

  • 3/4 cup baking soda
  • 1/4 cup unscented liquid castile soap
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 tablespooon white vinegar
  • 5-10 drops favorite oil (I like lemon verbena + lavender)
  • 1 mason jar & recipe label

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