25 things in your home that a professional organizer would make you consider eliminating
Do you monitor what goes into and out of your home? In order to keep an organized home, you must stay on top of what you have which means getting rid of the items that are expired, worn, or not needed. Check out this list of things you could get rid of today. You’ll feel so much better after eliminating those things that you don’t really need.
These things are adding clutter & you don’t even realize it
Clutter happens fast, but it doesn’t have to. I highly recommend paying attention to what goes in and what goes out of your house. If you pay close attention to the items in your home, you’re more likely to live a decluttered life.
You can have an organized home & have duplicates
Duplicates can be a problem and cause clutter, but some duplicates are ok. If you use the items, it’s even more acceptable. You should be selective on how much you have of items in your home, but we are here to tell you that you can have duplicates and keep your home organized.
A guide to having a junk drawer
A junk drawer should not be junky; it should hold non-kitchen items that you need in the kitchen. Everything that you put in your junk drawer should be items that are placed there with purpose. Check out these tips to have a non-junky junk drawer.
5 things that people with organized closets do that may surprise you
What does it take to have an organized closet? Those who have organized closets know what they have in their closet, and they follow these simple steps. Bottom line, if you want to have an organized closet then you must have some systems in place.
My list of no-no’s as a professional organizer
I don’t practice what I preach; I preach what I practice. I truly believe that if you do the work on the front end then you’ll have much less work to do in the long run. We create little habits in our daily life that can cause stress or eliminate stress. You can make your home look and feel better with a few of my own personal tips.
Don’t make these mistakes when moving
Imagine moving into a new home and it’s filled with things that you love. This doesn’t have to be a dream; it can be your reality. If you are intentional about everything that you bring into your new home, you’re more likely to turn this dream into your own reality.
Unpopular Opinion: I don’t hold onto things because I think I “might” need it later
If you want to live a clutter-free life, you have to change your mindset about the items in your home. It’s important to keep the items that you really need and use, and we do not suggest holding onto to things just because you might need them in the future. As a matter of fact, the items that you might use or not use are probably cluttering your home and causing you stress.
5 mistakes you’re probably making with organizing & decluttering your home
Organization doesn’t just happen on its own which is why you should use these simple steps to help you. When you have a plan, you’re more likely to get organized and stay organized. Maintenance is an important part of the process. In order to stay organized, you have to be mindful of your processes and tweak them as needed.
What decluttering actually is & isn’t
Decluttering and organizing are not the same, and it’s important to understand that there is a difference. You should declutter before you organize, and it’s a process that you must do consistently. When you declutter, the goal is to actually remove some of the clutter.
3 things to consider the next time you purchase new clothes
Do you buy clothes with a plan? It’s really important to think about what you have when you are purchasing new items. You should do these things in order to maintain a clutter-free, organized closet. It’s always fun to buy new clothes, but you have to think about the impact the new items have on your space.
Don’t make these costly mistakes when moving
Moving can be both exciting and exhausting. Here are some tips to help you get ready for your move so that you’re more efficient and ready. It’s always nice if you can get some of the work done on the front end of a move. Can you imagine moving and unpacking boxes filled with items that you know you love and want to keep?!?
The 3 biggest mistakes I made when starting to declutter
Decluttering can be overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be that way. You can learn from my mistakes by following these simple tips. By decluttering your home, you are clearing your physical space and mental stress. My biggest tip about decluttering is to declutter often. When you stay on top of it, the process is so much easier!
30 easy things to declutter before summer
It’s summer which means that your schedule is different, you’re going on vacation, and the kids may be home. Here’s a great list of things to do to start the summer off right. Don’t let clutter get in the way of your fun times this summer!
12 things to get rid of in your children’s spaces right now
When you declutter your kid’s things often, you’re likely to have more time to enjoy with them because their things aren’t in the way. As a parent, you have to pay attention to what goes in and what goes out of your kid’s spaces. Kids grow fast and so do their things! Here are some items that you can declutter right now.
How to manage your kid’s toys
Children needs toys to play with, but they don’t need as many as you might think. It’s important to have a plan for managing the toys in your home so that they don’t take over. If the toys are hard for you to keep organized, then imagine how hard it is for your children to take care of them!
Chores your kids can do over the summer
When kids do chores at home, they are helping their parents with tasks that need to be done. Additionally, they are learning life skills that will not only help them longterm, but they’ll also help the kids relieve stress and improve their self-esteem.
20 expired items in your home right now
Your home may be full of expired items. You might find some of the things on this list surprising. You may want to save the list to help you stay on top of things that expire in your home.
Your home is full of expired items - Part 1
Did you know that tons of items expire in addition to foods? That’s right! It’s important to know what you have and have a grasp on the expiration dates because many items lose their effectiveness once they expire. If you don’t overbuy and use what you have, that’s a great start for staying on top of the things in your home.
Clutter is not just the stuff lying around your home
Everyone’s tolerance for clutter varies, but clutter is clutter. It can get in the way of your mental well being. It’s important to recognize the impact of clutter on your day to day life so that you can work hard to try to eliminate it. You’ll feel so much better if you do!