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 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
By Tara King Published
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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
By Tara King Published
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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
By Tara King Published
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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
By Tara King Published
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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’
By Tara King Published
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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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The best 7 places to declutter before Christmas – make room for making merry
Adding ‘declutter’ to your pre-holiday prep list ensures a relaxed festive season; these are the places to prioritize, according to the pros
By Tara King Published
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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
By Tara King Published
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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
By Tara King Published
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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
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How to organize kitchen utensils – 9 ways to tame your cooking tools
When it comes to a practical kitchen (and a nicely-cooked dinner) well-organized utensils are the recipe for success – here’s how
By Tara King Published
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How to organize kitchen island drawers – 9 ways to boost practicality
Expected to house all manner of items, kitchen island drawers are prone to messiness – here's how to keep them organized
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How to organize a narrow pantry – 9 ways to make space for staples
Make meal prep a breeze (not a squeeze) with these top tips for organizing a narrow pantry
By Tara King Published
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How to clean a mudroom – 9 ways to leave dirt at the door
Check off these chores to ensure your mudroom stays clean, hygienic and, ironically, mud-free
By Tara King Published
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How to organize kitchen shelves like a designer – 7 ways to elevate your display
Take your kitchen shelves from cluttered to cohesive with these designer-approved organization tips
By Tara King Published
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How to store baking dishes – 8 ways to keep them neat
Turn up the heat on your kitchen organization (and your cooker) with these savvy solutions for storing baking dishes
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The 6 key zones of kitchen organizing – for a space that stays tidy
A cluttered kitchen makes cooking a chore, but establishing these key zones of kitchen organizing makes all the difference – here’s how you do it, according to the pros
By Tara King Published
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What to do first when organizing kitchen cabinets – according to the pros
It’s tempting to jump straight in, but a step-based approach to organizing kitchen cabinets is far more productive – here’s what to do first
By Tara King Published
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How to organize long and narrow cabinets in the kitchen – 9 ways to slimline your storage
Don’t lose an inch when organizing long and narrow cabinets, thanks to these trim storage solutions
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How to organize children’s books – 10 ways to instill a love of reading in your little ones
Organizing children’s books the right way ensures a fairytale ending every time – here’s how
By Tara King Published
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10 ways to organize a kid’s room – so it stays neat and tidy
Organizing a kid’s room the right way ensures they have the perfect place to play and unwind – here’s how the pros do it
By Tara King Published
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8 kid’s bedroom storage ideas – to tame toys, clothes, books and more
Free up space to play in your kid’s bedroom with these functional (and fun) storage ideas
By Tara King Published
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Nursery storage ideas – 9 ways to create a calm and clutter-free space
The newborn phase is tough enough without clutter to contend with – keep your nursery neat and tidy with with these sensible storage solutions
By Tara King Published
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How to organize a kitchen with too much stuff – 10 ways to achieve a clutter-free cooking space
Say goodbye to cramped cooking conditions by streamlining your kitchen ‘stuff’
By Tara King Published