What comes first – Cleaning vs Organizing
As a professional organizer, I am often asked whether prospective clients should have their homes cleaned or organized first. In order to do an effective cleaning job, the clutter must be dealt with first. Simply stacking and stuffing clutter will not have long term benefits. While both are important and go hand in hand, it […]
Tips & Tricks, June 2014
Favorite quote of the month “…..I no longer feel overwhelmed and depressed when I go into the basement.” Excerpt from an email I received from a new client, Mary, after our first session. A great big “WELCOME!” to all of our new subscribers this month. Thanks for joining us – it’s really great to have […]
Organizing grooming products and cosmetics
Now is a good time to get a handle on personal grooming products and makeup. Just about everyone, especially kids and teenagers, have a lot of grooming products strewn around the house. The bathroom clutter is a stress inducer, and to reduce it is to lessen your anxiety. The mess can be found all over […]
Organizing cards and special letters from the past
While the younger generation is all about e-cards for birthdays and other occasions, many of us are used to good old-fashioned greeting cards and letters. That letter from Aunt Thelma you got when you went off to college has a special spot in your heart. How do you decide what to keep when it comes […]
Change of seasons, change your closet
As we get closer to summer, it is time to switch your closets around to make space for warm weather clothing. Here are some tips to make your closet switch better for this season and the next one. In organizing, there is something called the 80-20 rule. People wear only 20% of their clothing 80% […]