Tara King
After nearly 10 years working in the magazine industry, seasoned writer Tara decided to move on from her full-time position as a Content Editor and enter the exciting world of freelance, primarily covering the topics she’s most passionate about: interior design, wellbeing, craft and homemaking. As well as writing for Homes & Gardens, Ideal Home, Style at Home, Country Homes & Interiors (to name a few), Tara’s keen eye for styling combined with a passion for creating a happy – and functional – family home has led to a series of organization and cleaning features for H&G. She’s about to put her own advice to the test with an imminent house move from town to country, and no doubt discover more top tips along the way.
Latest articles by Tara King
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How to store cleaning supplies to maximize efficiency – and keep them safely accessible
Speed through your to-do list by storing cleaning supplies to maximize efficiency (bearing safety in mind, too, of course) – professional cleaners share how
By Tara King Published
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Organizing makeup – 10 ways to keep cosmetics in order
Arrange your stash like a professional with these expert ideas for organizing makeup
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How to declutter toys when your children aren’t on board – ways to minimize meltdowns
Decluttering toys when children aren’t on board may feel impossible, but it can be done – here’s how
By Tara King Published
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Playroom organizing mistakes to avoid at all costs, according to the pros
Keep kids happy by swerving these common playroom organizing mistakes, and enjoy some peace and quiet as a result – here’s how
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How to organize a kitchen with children in mind – 10 ways to keep things kid-friendly
Encourage a love of cooking in your little ones (and make your life easier) by organizing a kitchen with your children in mind.
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How to organize an entryway with children in mind – 9 ways to invite order into your home
Struggling to get out of the door on time? Organizing an entryway with children in mind can make all the difference – and it looks so much neater, too. Here’s how
By Tara King Published
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8 New Year’s resolutions you need to make to stay organized at home – according to the pros
Resolving to be more organized at home this year? Commit to these goals, and you’ll soon see a difference
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How to fall in love with organizing – 11 ways to commit long-term
Falling in love with organizing is one thing, but how do you keep the spark alive? The experts share their secrets to long-term success
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How to clear up fast after Christmas Day – 8 quick fixes to try over the festive season
Restore order to your home and still have time to enjoy the holidays by enlisting these expert-approved tips for clearing up fast after Christmas Day
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How to tidy as you go on Christmas day – 7 ways to contain the chaos
Minimize the post-party clean up by keeping on top of tidiness throughout Christmas day
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How to organize your home for a new baby – 10 ways to prep ahead
Channel that nesting instinct and get your home in tip-top shape ahead of baby’s arrival – here’s what to prioritize, according to the experts
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6 areas of your home to declutter before a baby arrives
Some call it nesting, we call it good sense – these are the areas of your home to declutter before a baby arrives, according to the pros
By Tara King Published
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How to organize a home with kids in mind – 10 ways to contain the chaos
Organizing a home with kids in mind will save you time, effort and a lot of frustration, take it from us. Here’s how the pro’s do it
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How to organize a kid's room on a budget – 8 ways to keep costs down
Professional home organizers explain how to keep toys, books and your spend under control with these easy ways to organize a kid’s room on a budget
By Tara King Published
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How to declutter your home when your family isn’t on board – 7 ways to boost motivation
It’s perfectly possible to declutter your home when your family isn’t on board, but it’s a lot easier if they are – lead by example and you’ll soon see changes. Here’s how
By Tara King Published
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How to declutter the bedroom ‘clothes chair’ – and keep it that way
If there’s one thing to tackle when tidying your bedroom, it’s the ‘clothes chair’ – prevent the pile-up with these expert tips
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8 Things the most organized families have in common
Take tips from the most orderly families out there to ensure home life runs smoothly, even on the busiest days
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9 outdoor furniture storage mistakes people make in winter – and how to avoid them
Avoid these outdoor furniture storage mistakes over the colder months to ensure yours is still standing come springtime
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How to brighten up a windowless bathroom – 9 ways to keep yours from the dark side
Don’t get left in the dark – these are the best ways to brighten up a windowless bathroom, according to the experts
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How to set yourself up for a successful decluttering session – 10 ways to achieve clear results
Don’t make decluttering harder than it needs to be – set yourself up for success right from the start by employing these top tips from those ‘in the know’
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How to get your home guest-ready for the holidays – 8 ways to make friends and family feel welcome
'Tis the season to celebrate, so get your home guest-ready with these simple steps
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How to get organized for Christmas – 9 ways to take the stress out of the season
Festive to-do list getting out of control? Get organized for Christmas ahead of time with these insider tips
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How to organize a kitchen in readiness for entertaining – 9 ways to prep for perfection
Ensure your kitchen is well-prepped for party season with these top tips
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Children’s book storage ideas – 7 creative ways to keep them neat
Keep on top of your little one’s library with book storage ideas as fun as they are functional
By Tara King Published