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Craft organizing 101

People who are into crafting are usually not dabblers, they go all the way. And when people are heavily into anything, there can be an accumulation of supplies which leads to clutter. Pieces of fabric, yarn, beads, embroidery thread, patterns, knitting needles, sewing needles, crochet hooks, scrapbooking paper, paint, ink, brushes, or other supplies can […]

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Tips & Tricks: Clutter Enemy #1

August 2015 – Quote of the Month This month’s quote is just another reminder that today is what matters most. Spend it wisely by allocating time to the activities that matter most to your well being and to the well being of the people in your life. A special WELCOME to our new subscribers. We […]

The Ideal Suitcase – Packing for a Trip

This weekend starts the big travel season for the summer. Many people will be on the road and knowing how to organize a suitcase and pack effectively can get your travels started off on the right foot. Create a checklist with everything you might need. You can make a computer file or use my checklist. […]

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Tips and Tricks, May 2015: Decluttering Made Easy

Quote of the Month   “The more you have, the more you are occupied. The less you have, the more free you are.” Mother Teresa I’ve never quoted Mother Teresa before but this quote caught my attention. Take into consideration the amount of time it takes to handle all your clothes, shoes, accessories, bulk food […]

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December 2014: Tips and Tricks

Quote of the Month “Out of clutter. Find simplicity.” Albert Einstein My husband used to frequently say, “Less is More,” whenever the subject of toys came up for our brood of children. As difficult as it is to admit he was right, he was! Who among us can’t remember seeing the joy of a small […]

November Tips and Tricks

Quote of the Month “Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough, and more. It turns denial into acceptance, chaos to order, confusion to clarity. It can turn a meal into a feast, a house into a home, a stranger into a friend.” Melody Beattle What caught my attention most […]

Clutter-free gift giving

Like it or not, the season of gift giving is just around the corner. This year, try to “think outside the gift box.” Now is the time to start thinking about clutter-free gifts. While getting your own clutter under wraps, try not to add to the clutter of others. Think like a minimalist, and do […]

Tips and Tricks

Tips & Tricks September 2014   Quote of the Month “People often complain about lack of time when the lack of direction is the real problem.” Zig Ziglar   Ouch – this one hurts. Does that mean it’s MY FAULT that things don’t get done? This reminds me of another saying that goes “Fail to plan, […]

Why hire a professional?

As a professional organizer, I often see situations that have gotten completely out of hand. Other times, a client is temporarily overwhelmed and just has no time to put a home or office in order. Either way, how can you tell if you need to hire a pro rather than organize yourself? Professional organizers are […]

Off to college – how to pack your kid for school

You are so proud of your child. He got into a great college! And now, it’s that time of year when he needs to pack up for the semester. It is a stressful time for sure, especially if your child is going away from home for the first time. While your emotions are running high, […]