Small Homes+Simple Living=The Good Life

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Small Homes+Simple Living=The Good Life

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LaylaTX

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horsesfly2

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MartiInMexico

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We are all about building and living in a small house, less clutter, impact on the environment and stress. Less "stuff" and a small home lead to more time and money to enjoy what is important in life. Have nothing in your houses that you do not know to be useful or believe to be beautiful. — William Morris

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Tell Us About You and Your Home

Because I have the memory of a gnat, I am beginning to forget who lives where and in what. How about let's find out about you guys. Tell us about you in 5 easy steps. Just copy and paste and answe... | posted by MartiInMexico

61 replies - last reply: "1. What state you live in..... Ohio... more" ~ JassyD

For Those Closet-Less Homes

Some older homes and even some plans for new small homes DON'T HAVE ENOUGH CLOSET SPACE!. Oh, pardon me, was I shouting? Sorry. But you all know by now how I feel about closet space. Well, how a... | posted by MartiInMexico

4 replies - last reply: "I hear you Sandl. That's why I go to... more" ~ horsesfly2

Fireplaces

All these home plans show fireplaces. Traditional wood burning fireplaces take up space, literally create drafts in your home when operating, are messy, and you need a place near them to store the ... | posted by MartiInMexico

6 replies - last reply: "The fireplace attached to the wall... more" ~ horsesfly2

Organizing gift wrapping supplies

Tubes of gift wrap are cumbersome and always find a way to cause a mess. If you don’t already have a designated storage system for your gift wrap, then you may want to consider putting one together... read more | posted by sandl

12 replies - last reply: "A show of hands, who reads birthday... more" ~ Wurdguy

Lavatera Cottage 881 sf

I liked the layout of this one, and it has plenty of storage space, plus the loft area is reached by a regular stair, no ladder. | posted by KaiS

16 replies - last reply: "I live in a mobile home that is 14 x... more" ~ datil6942

200 and growing!!!

We broke the 200 mark this morning!!! People are starting to notice that we are having fun here. I am really glad to see all the new faces in this group. I can't wait to hear your thoughts on the... | posted by LaylaTX

6 replies - last reply: "Thanks to all of you.......... It is... more" ~ bamasmom

Small And Simple Gifts

Perfect small and simple gift for those who have a hard time getting vertical in the early morning. It's a "tough love" sort of thing. Requires 4 AA batteries (the rechargeable or solar type) Fe... | posted by horsesfly2

7 replies - last reply: "It's weird - but I have always felt... more" ~ eecgeorgia

Gloating Time Is Here

We are the Top Movers and Shakers for the day!............Again!!!!!!!! I'm glad I found it earlier in the day than the last time. So we have all day to pat ourselves on the back. I am soooooooooo... | posted by horsesfly2

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Simplicity according to Roo

I’ll never fully admit it, but I’m almost sure my dog is smarter than me. He’s got himself a pretty sweet gig, sleeping all night and most of the day. Forget mini-retirements! His life is a p... read more | posted by LaylaTX

10 replies - last reply: "Layla, That is a great piece of... more" ~ sailor1845

To Our International Members

Do you have a special day during the year that celebrates your culture like Thanksgiving does in the U.S? If so tell us about it!!!! What, where, when, why, how, and we want to hear the good and ... | posted by horsesfly2

4 replies - last reply: "I just had to bring this post back... more" ~ horsesfly2

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