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Fast Fixes For a Small Clothes Closets {Rental Friendly}

Fast Fix Friday· Organizing

I’ve been hiding a little bit of exciting news. Apartments.com recently asked me to write a series of four articles for their site, focusing on decor and organizing just like I do here! The first post is available now, and it’s all about maximizing a small closet. Almost every tip can be done quickly, and they’re actually great for any size…
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Busy Summer? - Here's how I "cheat" and still keep a clean house!

10 Minute Summer-Cleaning Goals

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Summer is a time to relax and take vacations, slowing down to enjoy family and friends. But sometimes it feels more busy than ever. Do you want to be inside cleaning while the sun is shining and the pool is calling your name? May I suggest a summer-friendly goal? Besides laundry and dishes, what if you cleaned for 10 minutes…
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Grown Up Lemon Berry Slush Recipe #drinkrecipe #cocktail

5 Reasons I’m Over the Moon That Tulsa is Getting a Cost Plus World Market!

DIY & Crafts

When you live in a mid-sized market like Tulsa, Oklahoma, you inevitably end up with a short list of dream stores that you wish would come to town.  For years, Cost Plus World Market has been on my list. Every trip to Dallas, you’d find me working in a visit to see what was new and to pick up a…
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How to Add Personality to Your Rental Bathroom

DIY & Crafts

Hello, hello!  I’m thrilled to be back and share more rental friendly decorating tips and DIYs.  Today I’m sharing tips for adding personality to a rental bathroom. Kitchens and baths can be the hardest to evolve into your preferred style because of their permanent finishes but if you try these decorating tips you’ll have a chic bathroom to show off in…
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Budget-Friendly Art {And Where To Find It}

DIY & Crafts

Hello Polished Habitat Friends! Colette here again from Restyle it Wright to share some more budget-friendly ways to spruce up your home! Today we are going to chat about how to fill your home with inexpensive, but oh so lovely, wall art. Family and friends are always amazed when they come to my house by a) how many floral things…
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How to Get Rid of Flying Insects In The House – Without Chemical Insecticides!

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Like many floor plans, our kitchen is located near the patio door. Super convenient for entertaining, but also super convenient for all the flying insects that see the open door as an invitation to join us in the air conditioning. I HATE them. Whether they are tiny gnats, big noisy flies, or the dreaded mosquito, I get dramatically cranky when…
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How to Plan a Party Without Making Yourself Crazy - Organized Party Planning Tips

Plan a Pinterest-Perfect Party WITHOUT Losing Your Mind {Organizing in Style}

Polished Habitat Team

Does the thought of party planning leave you a little frazzled? In addition to my blog, I’m a party stylist and staying organized when I’m planning events is crucial. Planning parties can be a little stressful, BUT it doesn’t have to be. Today, I’m sharing the party planning tips that will keep you sane during the process and ensure that…
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Welcome!

In 2013, Melissa started Polished Habitat to share her skill of mixing decor & organization to add style & function to everyday life at home.

Her work has been featured in print in Better Homes & Gardens and Room to Create Magazine, and online by HGTV, House Beautiful, Buzzfeed, & more.

In 2018 &  2019, Melissa was named as a Style Maker by Better Homes & Gardens. In 2019, she was also short-listed by the Amara Blog Awards for Interior Styling, International Division.

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Email: Melissa @ PolishedHabitat.com

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