It’s been a long, cold winter, especially for those who have not ventured out much during this time of COVID. Spring is almost here and it’s time to get your home in shape for the warmer weather. The clothes closets will still have your winter gear in the forefront for at least a few […]
February 2021 – Mindset Matters “Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” -Helen Keller That seems to be the sentiment of the January Declutter Challenge members. Being with like-minded people working toward a shared outcome proved to surpass our expectations. Read below for an exciting new program being offered – […]
The weather is starting to change and it’s time to get into fall organizing. We probably have a few more weeks of nice weather, but it’s good to think about what you are going to do as the temperatures begin to dip. Putting away the summer supplies and clothes and getting ready for cooler […]
Instead of buying new things, reusing or repurposing items around your home can make something new. It can be fun to find new ways to use what you already have. And, you won’t be adding to your clutter. People have gone way outside the box and created things like turning old TVs into terrariums or […]
Spending hours or days organizing can give you big results. Unfortunately, most of us don’t have the stamina or time to spend doing it. Here are some decluttering jobs you can do in 10-30 minutes. Kitchen counters Your counters should be clear of everything not used on a daily basis. For example, you can leave […]
Summer is here and while the world is slowly reopening, many of us are still spending a lot of time at home. Seems like a great time to organize your closet. Attack your closet, one section at a time This is going to take a while, so be prepared. In order to really get your […]
This spring certainly has been different from springs in the past, and the accumulation of clutter may be more overwhelming than usual. While spending so much time at home this spring, we’ve all had time to build paper piles, clog up the closets and stuff things in the cabinets. It’s time to get organized now. […]
Zoom through your clutter April 2020 “If a window of opportunity appears, don’t pull down the shade.” Author Unknown After the novelty and shock of staying home settles in, consider using this time at home to replenish our spirits. Here’s my current ‘schedule’ and so far, so good. 1. Daily morning walk 2. Plenty of […]
Do it yourself organizing March 2020 “You may not be able to control every situation and its outcome, but you can control your attitude and how you deal with it.” Author Unknown Timely reminder that we can change our thoughts, and in turn, we will change our perspective and outlook. Take the high road and […]
Sometimes you need motivation to get going and start organizing with a purpose. When you know you have company coming, a holiday dinner party or family visiting for a special occasion you have that motivation. You also have a deadline, which can be a big help in getting you moving. These happiness-producing events give you […]