Wood furniture does best in rooms with moderate humidity. If your home becomes too dry in the winter, the wood could dry out and crack. If this is a chronic condition in your house, consider getting a humidifier.

If your closets and drawers are already overflowing, the first thing to do is get rid of what you don't need. For a messy closet, schedule an hour for cleaning.

Nothing will replace a needle and thread for repairing clothing, but if your clothes become damaged when you're away from home, there are a few temporary fixes that could get you by for a while.

If you only use your good china on special occasions, store each piece in a plastic bag. You can also find protective sleeves designed for that very purpose.