We all have lots of belongings and, hopefully, a place to put everything away. Unfortunately, there are things that are unattractive when left out in the open. These items are best left out of sight. Power cords With all of the electronics we have, there are charging cables and cords in just about every room. […]
Practice makes permanent! Studies show that it takes only 21 days to start a good habit. Working on good habits will turn your home into an organized haven before you know it! Handle your paperwork as it enters the home Even if you have the habit of tossing paperwork on the counter, practice making decisions […]
Repurposing containers for storage can save you money when organizing. I am not suggesting you collect or save any items, as this would add to the clutter in your home. What I hope is that you will find a way to use some containers as they become available to help you organize. Or you can […]
Everyone wants to have a home that feels comfortable, so declutter tips are worthwhile. Clutter can get in the way of having a livable home. When the clutter makes it hard to move around, that is cause for concern. Even if you just have a little clutter, you can always strive to be more organized. […]
Set a time to get started Always stick to your organizing calendar. If you decide to clean on Sunday afternoon, make sure you don’t make other plans for that time. When you block time on your calendar to maintain order in your home, you are more likely to accomplish it. How does your ideal home […]
The bedroom is your oasis, a place to go to get away from it all. However, in many cases, it becomes a cluttered room that does the opposite of what you want. Here are 12 tips to organize the bedroom. Start with decluttering As always, decluttering is the first step. Make sure everything in your […]
December was a month for gift-giving. Many new products have warranties and user manuals that come along with them. This is especially true with new electronics, kitchen appliances and cell phones which are often given as gifts. Organizing warranties and user manuals is important, so you can find them when you need them. Why not […]
We live in an age of power cords. There are wires from the tv and its accompanying attachments. Cell phone, tablet and laptop chargers, along with the desktop computer all have cords. With all of the cords, how can you keep them out of site and not have a trip hazard in your home? Hiding […]
The first step is the hardest and then you just have to keep moving. How do you motivate yourself to begin the organizing process? Set up a time Pick a day and time to start organizing. Stick to your schedule. Look forward to that time, because when you are finished you will feel a sense […]
Everyone spends a lot of time in the kitchen. And a lot of things happen there. In your kitchen, you cook, eat and clean multiple times a day. It follows that the kitchen can become a major source of clutter. Let’s take a look at the most troublesome kitchen clutter zones and find out how […]