I know that the thought of this process is daunting and right now you want to shut the computer and run far far away. BUT I am here to give you tips on helping to make this task less overwhelming and stressful. Moving to a new home is exciting, and exploring new territories exhilarating, but … More PACKING TO MOVE
I used to believe that no matter how much stuff anyone has, anything and everything can be Organized. Well after 18 years of organizing homes and offices I am now a non believer. It really is difficult to live a streamlined stress free organized life with stuff staring at you from every corner. No matter … More Less is More
Does a messy room scare and demotivate you? You can’t let this messy room win. There is a process to follow to conquer this room once and for all and end up with an Organized functional space. Step 1 is to decide the use/purpose for this space. If this is a bedroom, then sleeping, dressing … More How to Conquer and Organize “The MESSY Room”
With Thanksgiving the latest it ever is this year, everyone is feeling the pressure of the big holidays approaching with less than four weeks to go! Getting Organized is probably your greatest wish, but also on the bottom of your “to-do” list. I do, however, have a few quick Organizational Tips that may help you … More Holiday Organization Crunch Time
Life is so fulfilling when you accomplish your daily goals. Completing tasks, big or small, and checking that box provides instant gratification. However, some tasks are more difficult and the end result may be out of our control. With so much stress waiting outside our front doors, striving to create and maintain an organized home … More Organized Checklist
It’s happening now! You have put it off all Summer! Back-To-School is upon us and being super Organized is key to a seamless transition for everyone!! Here are some quick and easy organizational tips to pave the way for a successful stress free school year. Create a binder for each child with tabs: School (menu, … More Back-To-School Organization
Let the sorting process begin! Now that you have purged your space, it is time for the next step in the Organizational Process. Sort items into like piles. Detail is very important here. You need to really see what you have. For example, group holiday decor, paper clips, books, magazines, shoes, scarves etc. As tedious as … More Less Mess = Less Stress
Organization is certainly the buzz these days. Everyone is wanting to jump on the bandwagon to Organizational Bliss. Marie Kondo is motivating people to keep what they love and what “sparks joy”. And for those items no longer needed, thank them and send them along their way. All this sounds fabulous, but people are stumped and … More Dive in to Organization
As a Professional Organizer, I have found that how my clients squeeze their toothpaste says a lot about how they organize their homes and lives. My findings, from my personal experiences, are as follows: The 4 most common toothpaste dispense techniques: Flatten from bottom Roll up from bottom Roll up from bottom and secure with … More How do you squeeze your toothpaste?
As a Professional Organizer I often hear, “Your house must be so organized.” And I must say, “IT IS!!” I admit I have a love (some say a sickness) for organization. Everything in my home has a place. And if there is not a place or use for an item, it goes. I love to … More For the Love Of Organization
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