Hot Housekeeping How-Tos

How To: Fold shirts and pants

Are you frustrated with the way your clothes look when you take them out of your suitcase after you arrive at your hotel? Learn how to fold clothes quickly and properly in this free clothing care video series, including tips for folding shirts, sweatshirts, blouses, pants, jeans and more.

How To: Wash jeans

How to wash jeans, clean stains, dry and fold your pants to prevent wrinkles; get professional tips and advice on washing and drying any type of jeans in this free instructional video series.

How To: De-clutter your home

If you've been meaning to do something about all the clutter in your home, there's no better time than spring to get it done. So don't just spring clean this year, go one step further, and de-clutter. Get organized, and clear out all those "treasures" you no longer use. With a little know-how and the tips from this how to video, those items could put some easy cash in your pocket.

How To: Seal mylar bags with a clothes iron

Be prepared in case of a disaster by properly storing items in mylar bags. This how to video demonstrates how to seal mylar bags with a clothing iron. This is a quick and efficient way of storing items for long term storage. Place your sealed bag in a bucket and store it away for later.

How To: Clean your roof of black algae streaks

The most common culprit causing the black streaks on roofs is a blue-green algae called Gloeocapsa magma. Over the past 25 years this strain of algae has become more hardy and has migrated to less humid environments. It has now become a common sight on asphalt roofs across 80% of the United States. This Home & Garden how to video series shows how to clean your roof and get rid of the black streaks caused by algae. Learn how to inspect and use a cleaning system to get your roof looking brighter.

How To: Make natural homemade furniture polish

Make your own wood polish with ingredients from your kitchen pantry. Watch this Home & Garden how to video and learn to use mineral oil, lemon oil, and wax to create recipes that will keep your furniture looking like new. Keep watching and see how the homemade natural polish should be applied.

How To: Organize your paperback books

Have paperback books on your bookshelf in your home and office that looks anything but attractive? Used books that have had better days? Have a romance novel you don't want anyone to know you love? This how to video gives the solution to organizing your books in a very attractive and clever way.

How To: Use slim hangers

In this how to video, the Beverly Hills Organizer, Linda Koopersmith demonstrates how to use slim hangers for neat and compact storage. The way you store your clothes makes a huge difference in the appearance and longevity of your garments. Watch this organizing tutorial and you will be properly hanging and storing your clothes on slim hangers in no time.

How To: Use slacks hangers

In this how to video, the Beverly Hills Organizer, Linda Koopersmith demonstrates how to use hangers made for slacks or pants for neat and compact storage. The way you store your clothes makes a huge difference in the appearance and longevity of your garments. Watch this organizing tutorial and you will be properly hanging and storing your slacks and pants in no time.

How To: Fold a t-shirt for neat & compact storage

In this how-to video, Beverly Hills Organizer Linda Koopersmith demonstrates how to fold a t-shirt for neat and compact storage. The way you store your clothes can make a huge difference in their appearance and longevity. Watch this organizing tutorial and you will be properly folding and storing your t-shirts in no time.

How To: Fold a pair of tap panties

In this how to video, the Beverly Hills Organizer, Linda Koopersmith demonstrates how to fold a pair of tap panties for neat and compact storage. The way you store your clothes and underwear makes a huge difference in the appearance and longevity of your garments. Watch this organizing tutorial and you will be properly folding and storing your tap panties in no time.

How To: Fold tank tops

In this how to video, the Beverly Hills Organizer, Linda Koopersmith demonstrates how to fold tank tops for neat and compact storage. The way you store your clothes makes a huge difference in the appearance and longevity of your garments. Watch this organizing tutorial and you will be properly folding and storing your tank tops in no time.

How To: Fold a pair of socks

In this how to video, the Beverly Hills Organizer, Linda Koopersmith demonstrates how to fold a pair of socks for neat and compact storage. The way you store your clothes and accessories makes a huge difference in the appearance and longevity of your garments. Watch this organizing tutorial and you will be properly folding and storing your socks in no time.

How To: Fold a pair of shorts

In this how to video, the Beverly Hills Organizer, Linda Koopersmith demonstrates how to fold a pair of shorts for neat and compact storage. The way you store your clothes makes a huge difference in the appearance and longevity of your garments. Watch this organizing tutorial and you will be properly folding and storing your shorts in no time.

How To: Fold a scarf

In this how to video, the Beverly Hills Organizer, Linda Koopersmith demonstrates how to fold a scarf. The storage of your clothes and accessories makes a huge difference in the appearance and longevity of your garments. Watch this organizing tutorial and you will be properly folding and storing your scarf in no time.

How To: Fold a pullover sweater

In this how to video, the Beverly Hills Organizer, Linda Koopersmith demonstrates how to fold a pullover sweater for neat and compact storage. The storage of your shirts and sweaters makes a huge difference in the appearance and longevity of your garments. Watch this organizing tutorial and you will be properly folding and storing your pullover sweater in no time.

How To: Fold pajama tops

In this how to video, the Beverly Hills Organizer, Linda Koopersmith demonstrates how to fold a pajama or PJ's top for neat and compact storage. The storage of your clothes makes a huge difference in the appearance and longevity of your garments. Watch this organizing tutorial and you will be properly folding and storing your pajama tops in no time.

How To: Fold pajama bottoms

In this how to video, the Beverly Hills Organizer, Linda Koopersmith demonstrates how to fold pajama bottoms. The storage of your clothes makes a huge difference in the appearance and longevity of your garments. Watch this organizing tutorial and you will be properly folding and storing your pajama bottoms in no time.

How To: Fold a slip or a night gown

In this how to video, the Beverly Hills Organizer, Linda Koopersmith demonstrates how to fold a slip or a night gown. The storage of your clothes or lingerie makes a huge difference in the appearance and longevity of your garments. Watch this organizing tutorial and you will be properly folding and storing your slips or night gowns in no time.

How To: Fold a shirt with a motif

In this how to video, the Beverly Hills Organizer, Linda Koopersmith demonstrates how to fold a shirt with a motif printed on it for easy, compact storage. The storage of your shirts and sweaters makes a huge difference in the appearance and longevity of your garments. Watch this organizing tutorial and you will be properly folding and storing your motif shirts in no time.

How To: Fold panties

In this how to video, the Beverly Hills Organizer, Linda Koopersmith demonstrates how to fold panities for compact storage. The storage of your clothes and underwear makes a huge difference in the appearance and longevity of your garments. Watch this organizing tutorial and you will be properly folding and storing your panties in no time.

How To: Fold a bra for compact storage

In this how to video, the Beverly Hills Organizer, Linda Koopersmith demonstrates how to fold a bra for compact storage. The storage of your clothes and underwear makes a huge difference in the appearance and longevity of your garments. Watch this organizing tutorial and you will be properly folding and storing your bras in no time.

How To: Fold a hoodie

In this clothes folding how to video, the Beverly Hills Organizer, Linda Koopersmith demonstrates how to fold a hoodie or hooded sweatshirt. The storage of your shirts and sweaters makes a huge difference in the appearance and longevity of your garments. Watch this organizing tutorial and you will be properly folding and storing your hoodies in no time.

How To: Fold a camisole

In this how to video, the Beverly Hills Organizer, Linda Koopersmith demonstrates how to fold a camisole. The storage of your shirts and lingerie makes a huge difference in the appearance and longevity of your garments. Watch this organizing tutorial and you will be properly folding and storing your camisoles in no time.

How To: Fold a thong

In this how to video, the Beverly Hills Organizer, Linda Koopersmith demonstrates how to fold a thong for compact storage. The storage of your clothes and underwear makes a huge difference in the appearance and longevity of your garments. Watch this organizing tutorial and you will be properly folding and storing your clothes in no time.

How To: Fold boxer shorts

In this how to video, the Beverly Hills Organizer, Linda Koopersmith demonstrates how to fold boxer shorts for compact storage. The storage of your underwear and clothes makes a huge difference in the appearance and longevity of your garments. Watch this organizing tutorial and you will be properly folding and storing your boxer shorts in no time.

How To: Build a plastic bag dispenser

Tired of plastic shopping bags everywhere? This instructional video shows a simple, practical, project you can do at home. All you need is a pastic bottle. Tidy up your kitchen from the clutter of plastic bags by making this handy plastic bag dispenser.

How To: Fix scratched CDs DVDs and plastic

The prescription for a sick CD? Toothpaste, MSG and wood polish, of course. About to chuck that busted CD? Not so fast, young grasshopper. Web editor Megan Miller demonstrates three ways to resurrect those scratched discs using stuff you probably already have sitting on your shelf. Fix scratched CDs DVDs and plastic.