Planning your babys nursery (or any room of the house) can be fun but it’s sometimes tough to know where to place furniture, or even if you’ll have enough space for all your stuff.

Never fear, Design Yourself Interiors (DY-I) can help you to easily plan your entire baby nursery. DY-I offers kits that contain everything you need to plan the perfect space be it a living room, family room, dining room, bedroom or of course the nursery.

Here’s some basics on the nursery kit; Baby Spaces.

Life size furniture templates that allow expecting parents to create their own safe, functional and attractive nursery with the accuracy of a professional interior designer. Baby Spaces provides the actual footprints for a crib, bassinet, changing table, chest and glider or rocking chair. The do-it-yourself affordable templates show exactly what pieces of furniture are needed before purchases are made and precisely how they will fit in the new nursery space.

High-end national interior designers Melody Davidson and Kathy Wagner are the gals behind DY-I, so the kits are professional in nature, but offer ease of use to us non-professional designers.

I love the idea of giving Baby Spaces as a baby shower gift; especially for an unorganized pal. Visit Design Yourself Interiors to see all the room kits.

[images via Design Yourself Interiors]

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Like lists? Like clocks? Both keep you organized, and now you can have the combined best of both world, with the Blackboard Wall Clock. It’s useful and cool.

This blackboard clock from eco-artware is made of Pennsylvania black slate and comes with a piece of chalk that fits in a holder on the bottom. There’s no eraser included, but it’s handy to the max. You can jot down grocery lists, tasks, and more, while keeping track of the time. Very fun.

[Image via eco-artware]

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Many of us accumulate paper clutter without even thinking about it. Often we just absent-mindlessly pick paper clutter up, order paper clutter, or stick with old habits that create paper clutter. Try the following lifestyle changes in order to win the paper clutter war:

Avoid front of store paper clutter: You know those obnoxious magazine racks at the front of stores - the ones filled with free home buyer pamphlets, coupon ads, car buying magazines, and more. Don’t go there. Walk right past them; don’t even look their way. You may see these at libraries too. Granted the library racks are more seductive than front of store racks, but unless you honestly need a booklet about community events, let it go.

Don’t order magazines on instant renewal: Every time you subscribe to a magazine, you should carefully think it over, which you can’t do if it’s on auto renewal. Tastes and free-time change all the time. Don’t order a magazine unless you really read it; that’s not eco-friendly PLUS creates unnecessary paper clutter.

Cut down on newspapers: If you only read the newspaper on the weekend, but they offered you all week for just $3.00 more per month, so you took the deal, cancel it. All that extra paper clutter is not worth $3.00 - is it? Also, don’t forget to cancel your whole subscription when you go on vacation, so you don’t come home to clutter.

Quit with the travel brochures: Whether you go somewhere near (the art museum) or far (Rome), there’s bound to be travel info brochures and leaflets galore. Leave them there. I swear, you won’t read them later, no matter how cool they look.

What lifestyle changes have you tried to cut out paper clutter?

Its the Blogtoberfest icon! Which means a super keen (and secret) prize is hidden behind this special blog post. If you want to win the great prize that Im hiding, simply leave a comment on this post. A totally easy way to win a prize. Within a week, the winner of the hidden prize will be announced here at Declutter It, so check back often.

Other ways to win a prize! You have lots of chances to win great Blogtoberfest prizes? Today, October 6th, there are secret special prizes hiding at the following Lifestyles Channel blogs: A Child Chosen, Babylune, Baking Delights, Blog Fabulous, Chocolate Bytes, Inside Motherhood, Keeping the Castle, Mom Gadget, Simply Home Remedies, Tangled Thread, and Weary Parent. Visit all of these blogs, look for the blogtoberfest icon on a post, and leave a comment for your chance at another great prize.

Good luck and happy blogtoberfest!

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Today kicks off the beginning of our Second Annual b5media Lifestyles Channel Blogtoberfest Two Week Giveaway Event!

This year, we’re happy to introduce our sponsors, who with a combined effort, are giving away over $7,000 in prizes.

Go through the list and see what you cant live without, or would just love to give to someone you know.

Now, to make things especially fun, we’ve mixed up the prizes and placed some on unlike sites so it won’t be so easy to figure out where those prizes are lurking.

Cleatskins- A cleat that you can take to the streets. These are A skin that you pull over your cleats so you can take them anywhere and they wont scratch the ground or ruin the spikes. One lucky winner will get a pair of Cleatskins in the size and color you want. Sizes range from youth XXS to adult XXL and color choices include: Jet Black, Blue Ribbon, Royal Blue, Kelly Green, Lime Green, Lemon Chrome, Orange, Formula One Red, Camo Grey, Camo Pink, Hot Pink, Liquid Gold. Price: $17.95

Keep reading after the jump to see many, many, many more prizes.

Stretchmarks No More- Tired of those ugly stretchmarks? One lucky winner is going to get to try some Forces of Nature Stretchmarks no more. Value $24.99

Cold & Flu- One lucky winner isnt going to have to fight the flu season this year, they are getting a bottle of Cold & Flu. Stop the flu.FAST. Value- $26.95

PMS Finesse- One lucky winner is getting a bottle of PMS Finesse, this little bottle has been proven to eliminate or ease the PMS Symptoms we all dread. Value $24.95

Soreness No More- Eases arthritis, muscular aches and joint pain in a purely natural way. This is an approved over-the-counter product. Value $19.99

Acne- No one likes acne especially teens, Acne No More has been medically proven to eliminate acne. One lucky winner is going to get their very own bottle. Value $24.95

Creativity Express- 10 Winners will get a copy. Creativity Express is interactive educational software for kids ages 7 and up. Animated characters, games, and projects provide hours of fun while developing creativity and whole brain thinking, strengthening problem solving skills and encouraging self expression. Value $29.95 per.

Coin Clutch- its outstanding for carrying all of your survival essentials - cash, credit cards, lip gloss and breath mints. This tiny giant can even hold an iPod. Complete with durable nylon lining, key ring on an elastic cord and handy wrist strap, the Coin Clutch works on its own or in a larger purse. Our Coin Clutch is the perfect blend of fun and function. Value $30.00

The Hipster- You can pack your wallet, phone, keys, lip gloss (even a passport!) into this hands-free shoulder purse. It measures 6 1/2? x 9? with a 50? strap long enough to wear across your body or simply over your shoulder. Want to adjust the length? Just tie a knot in the strap. $40.00

Medium Casual Tote-

The Medium casual tote can go anywhere you can, it features one zipper pocket and one open pocket on the inside. Our unique straps are made from a comfortable seatbelt fabric, and the totes themselves are made from our newest heavy canvas cloth. The Medium Tote is 11? wide x 9? tall x 3? at the base. Value $85.00

Portable Playtime- This kids backpack that converts to a playmat designed to fit the airplane tray table. Value $45.95

The Learning Tree- One winner will get a $50 GC (Gift Certificate) to the site, now you can get all those goodies for your for your loved one. Its an online version of our successful toy stores. Since 1996, The Learning Tree stores have provided the Kansas City metropolitan area with unique, toys and gifts for kids. We just re-launched our site and were adding new toys, books and games almost daily. Value $50.

Do The Weather Wiggle with Stormin Bob Swanson CD- Its a childrens music CD that will help teach kids all about the weather and get down and boogie. Sing songs like How Hot is It? or a Tongue Twister Weather Song with your kids. Value 12.00

VTech CS6129- The newly announced CS6129 features DEC 6.0 technology and is proven to deliver superior sound quality, range and security. The competitively priced CS6129 offers features such as a digital answering system, caller ID/call waiting and speakerphone in each handset. Additionally, the bundled DECT 6.0 configuration enables multiple handsets to be in use simultaneously allowing users to conveniently conference calls, transfer calls or intercom between handsets. $79.95

VTech DS6121- The VTech DS6121 cordless phone uses DECT 6.0 digital technology for superior sound quality, security and range and sports a sleek design to fit with contemporary rooms. The phones silver metallic finish and blue backlit keypad and display provide a great ambiance that lends style to todays modern home. $49.95

VTech LS6117- The VTech LS6117 is inspired by skateboard and snowboard designs and can be customized to fit every season personality. Operating on DECT 6.0 technology for crystal-clear conversations, the LS6117 includes interchangeable graphic inserts for customizing the back plate, and the option to create and print your own artwork online. $44.95

AT&T SL82218- The AT&T SL82218 is a dual-handset cordless answering system using DECT 6.0 digital technology. With state-of-the-art antenna technology for maximum clarity and range, the phone has been proven to provide an additional 45 percent of open field talk range and a 15 percent better in-home calling range than other DECT cordless phones on the market. For additional flexibility, the SL82218 is expandable up to 12 handsets and offers other features like a handset speakerphone and handset-to-handset call transfer. $69.95

Porcelain Christmas Ornaments- 1 winner will get a pair of porcelain Christmas Ornaments from FeeFiFoto. Value $26.50 for heart and $21.50 for Snowflake.

Scrapping Frenzy- $25 GC to the site, this is an online scrapbook store with a large variety of scrapbook supplies. Items such as dimensional stickers, albums, clips, cardstock, embellishments and more.

Barack Obama Action Figure / John McCain Action Figure- The Barack Obama and John McCain Action Figures stand 6 tall and have 8 points of articulation for Presidential posting. Made from phthalate-free PVC, these expertly crafted figures are packaged in a window box which includes original illustration art. $12.99 each.

Undercover Vegetable Company- 3 sets (for 3 different blogs) assorted boxes of Yotta bars: Hidden Veggies on the Go! Each Yotta bar contains one full serving of veggies and fruit, yet they taste like cherry, orange, or apple cinnamon. 120 Calories, all natural, 6-9 vegetables in each bar.

(5)Search for the Cure Stationary Caddies- Each caddie contains 25 pearl white correspondence cards with a pink ribbon icon at the top. Coordinating pink mist envelopes are included, and the package is wrapped with a pink ribbon. Plus $2 per box will donated by Crane & Co. to a breast cancer awareness organization.

Room Design Package- 1 winner will get this great design a room package from Designer AtHome. $299

EcoSmart Ant & Roach Killer- This is an organic way to kill those pesky ants, carpenter ants, cockroaches, spiders, etc. Now no more worrying about what you are spraying into the air, this is filled with plant oils such as peppermint oil, roemary oil and wintergreen oils. Value $6.55

EcoSmart Flying Insect Killer- Get thsoe flies gone the healthy way, zap them with an organic plant oil and see the bugs fly away. Works on flies, gnats, mosquitoes, wasps, etc Value $6.55

EcoSmart Insect Repellent- Its a DEET free bug repellent so your child will be able to fight off those nasty things without harmful chemicals. Value $6.19

EcoSmart Wasp & Hornet killer- This is an organic plant oil remedy to get rid of hornets and wasps. Use any space in your house that spiders roam or outside your house where bees and hornets will gather. You no longer have ot worry about your child breathing it. Value $7.55

(3) Make This Your Lucky Day Prize Package- Winners will get the Make This Your Lucky Day book plus a one hour phone consultation with Ellen Whitehurst. Ellen Whitehurst is internationally recognized as The Empowered Lifestylist as well as being a popular monthly columnist for Redbook magazine where she writes Shuistrology (Feng Shui + Astrology =) Ellen also pens a daily tip for iVilllage.com (Feng Shui Tip of the Day) that currently is sent to over 400,000 subscribers per day. Her debut book, MAKE THIS YOUR LUCKY DAY, released early in 2008 is now in its Third Printing while also selling well world wide. Ellen has had product partnerships with Starbucks, The Trump Organization and Monster.com, to name a few, in the past and is a sought after radio and television guest. $350

(2) Create a Life That Tickles Your Soul- Suzanne Zoglio has autographed two hardcover copies of this book for the winners, plus a feather bookmark. Its never too late to live the life you want! Create A Life That Tickles Your Soul is a guide to living your life from the inside out. Whether you want more balance, more adventure, or more meaning in life, now is the time to find it. This inspiring read is full of practical tips on how to live as you wish.Value $14.00 paperback, hardcover $19.00

(2) Recharge in Minutes- 2 winners will get an autographed paperback copies. Its the energy bible -101 ways to renew your energy in 10 minutes or lesswherever you are! Value $14.00 paperbook, $19.00 hardcover

EcoBags- These eco-friendly bags are designed just for you. Win one that reads Bring Your Own Bug bag. (butterfly, spider, grasshopper) $14.99

The Pretty Peacock- One winner will get a $30 GC to the site.This site is full of wonderful gift items, items such as pendants, bracelets, key chains, anklets, aromatherapy, rings, etc. Value $30

Broken TeePee Designs- $50 GC to the site which has tons of jewelry and beading to look through. Items such as floral gems, 14KT Gold, sterling silver, black silver and many other choices of jewelry pieces. Value $50

Living the Dream Laundry mom t-shirts- Your choices are a short sleeve Laundry Mom Lipstick/Light Pink or a sherbert/white fitted t-shirt sizes S XL, a Loose Fitting Laundry Mom light blue sizes S 2XL or a long sleeve fitted Laundry Mom t-shirt Avocado color sizes S XL. Value $27

(10) Scan on the Go secure cards- Portable identity theft protection/virus scanning solutions thatll let you protect yourself at home or anywhere you go with your computer. These little devices are small enough to fit in your wallet so you can pop them out whenever you need them. Be safe while surfing the net. Value $69.00

Kids-one-of-a-kind Personalized tags- Handcrafted sterling silver necklace. Looking for that unique gift to get mom, something not everyone will have for her? This is it, each childs name is stamped into a coin and placed onto a ring that slides onto a necklace for mom to wear.Value $35

My Family, a Handstamped one of a kind necklace- Each necklace on SiMag is handcrafted and beautiful. The handstamped necklace was hammered out, giving it a unique look, each name is handstamped into the piece. Its 1 1/2 inches round circle and sterling silver. Value $33

Subtle Butt- 3.5 square patch that filters the odor of flatulence- now you can afford to buy a gift for your stinky friends and family and stand to be around them, too! Value: $9.95 for 5 patches

Skid Out- specially-textured sponge that wipes away deodorant skids, toothpaste drool, makeup smudges, and other on-the-go wardrobe mishaps without the use of moisture or chemical treatment. Value $4.95 for 2 reusable sponges

(under)Garment Guard- disposable adhesive underwear; ditch pantylines and rogue thongs while keeping the protection. Value $7.95 for 7

Garment Guard- Tired of those underarm stains? Disposable underarm shields; prevent embarrassing wet marks and yellow stains. Value $10.95 for 5 pairs original size or $14.95 for 5 pairs large

Gloves in a Bottle- Gloves in a Bottle is a shielding lotion that rapidly absorbs into, and bonds with, the outer layer of skin creating a protective layer while retaining the natural moisture from within. This makes it the perfect dry skin care product. Value $14.95 8oz bottle