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Mimi O'Connor
Mimi O'Connor is a freelance writer and editor based in Brooklyn specializing in real estate, lifestyle, travel, and parenting content.
12 Surprising Items You Should Never Clean with Dish Soap
As it turns out, it isn’t actually a clean-all.
Mimi O'Connor
Jul 30, 2023
I Tried This High-Tech Composting Service, and Here’s My Honest Review
I couldn’t believe it was totally stench-free.
Mimi O'Connor
Jul 27, 2023
6 Products Pro Cleaners Never Travel Without (and You Shouldn’t Either)
You’ll want to add them to your packing list ASAP.
Mimi O'Connor
Jul 26, 2023
I’ve Used This Coffee Maker for 15 Years — It’s Ruined Me for All Other Machines
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It makes a full pot in four minutes flat!
Mimi O'Connor
Jul 5, 2023
I Tried This Viral Upholstery-Cleaning Hack on My Filthy Couch — And You Have to See the Results
Who knew my couch was that dirty?
Mimi O'Connor
May 16, 2023
9 Seasonal Kitchen Cleaning Products That Are Basically Spring in a Bottle
All the sweetness of spring, without the allergies!
Mimi O'Connor
Apr 29, 2023
You’re Not Finished Spring Cleaning Until You’ve Hit These 7 Kitchen Clutter Hot Spots
Spring cleaning just got easier.
Mimi O'Connor
Apr 12, 2023
How and Where to Buy Small Used Kitchen Appliances
In addition to saving you some money, shopping used can also reduce waste and keep those items out of landfills.
Mimi O'Connor
Feb 28, 2023
Everything You Need to Know Right Now About Shopping for Vintage Pyrex
Are you paying too much for that vintage Pyrex?
Mimi O'Connor
Feb 22, 2023
9 Household Items You Already Have That Are Surprisingly Helpful in the Kitchen
No need for a fancy new kitchen gadget, you probably already have one of these super useful everyday items lying around.
Mimi O'Connor
Feb 17, 2023
8 Entertaining “Rules” That Just Don’t Apply Anymore, According to Etiquette Experts
Times change — have the rules of entertaining?
Mimi O'Connor
Feb 1, 2023
I Tried This Dishwashing Sponge Scrubber That’s a Favorite with Pro Cleaners — Now I’m Obsessed
It's edging out my longtime cellulose sponge.
Mimi O'Connor
Jan 20, 2023
These Are the Grossest, Most Neglected Areas in Your Kitchen, According to Cleaning Pros
Spoiler alert: Your trash can isn't the only place that needs a little extra love.
Mimi O'Connor
Jan 19, 2023
Want to Be More Organized in 2023? Professional Organizers Share Their Best Tips on How to Do It.
Think small — and give yourself wiggle room.
Mimi O'Connor
Jan 5, 2023
Here’s How to Clean Your Bar Cart, According to Professional Bartenders
Surprisingly, Bar Keepers Friend is not required.
Mimi O'Connor
Dec 18, 2022
6 Super-Important Things Plumbers Want You to Know About Your Garbage Disposal
If you don’t use them properly, garbage disposals will rebel in any number of ways.
Mimi O'Connor
Dec 9, 2022
We Tried All 4 Mrs. Meyer’s Holiday Scents and Ranked Them
You can't really go wrong, but we did have one clear favorite.
Mimi O'Connor
Dec 7, 2022
The Unexpected Kitchen Helper My Mother Swears By — And Gets for Free from Hotel Bathrooms
My mother isn't the only one who swears by this hack!
Mimi O'Connor
Nov 17, 2022
The Heavenly Scented Seasonal Cleaning Product I Always Stock Up On
Act fast — winter scents will be pushing this fall favorite off the shelves any day now!
Mimi O'Connor
Nov 6, 2022