Photo Project
People sometimes assume that as a professional organizer, every aspect of my existence must be, well, organized. A lot of it is, but life happens and things fall through the cracks, even for me. Right before the holidays, hubby went to the cabinet that houses our...
File down the filing pile
I recently posted this tip on the Home Solutions facebook page: Here's an idea: before you file something away, ask yourself, "Why am I filing this? Do I actually need to keep it for anything?" If the answer is no, work on breaking that habit. It'll save you time, and...
Where should it live?
My clients hear that question all the time. When they complain about the backpacks plopped in the middle of the kitchen floor, or the car keys that are never found when needed, or the pile of missing mail from two days ago…whether its backpacks, keys, or the incoming...
Reuse, Repurpose, Recycle – Get Creative!
I'm not a particularly crafty person - not because I don't think creatively, but because sometimes it seems like it takes WAY more time and effort to complete some of the projects I see floating around out there than I'd be willing to spend. Plus, it's often not worth...
“Because I Said So…”
Sometimes I read tips by the upper echelon of organizers (you know, the ones Oprah made famous, or who've written best-selling books) and I think, "Hmm. That doesn't seem very practical to me." Just because "So-And-So" says it's a great idea doesn't automatically make...
R- E- S- P- E- C- T: Find Out What It Means To Me
While working with a client in her basement one day, I pulled a box out from under the stairs. The area was dusty, full of cobwebs; the box, water-stained and dilapidated. "What's in here?" I asked. She didn't know. The top of the box was filled with yellowed,...
Craigslist 101
Craigslist can be a blessing or a curse, depending on what you use it for. It's a great way to advertise free stuff with "curb alert" notices. You simply post a description of what you have and where folks will find it and wait for the stuff to disappear. We recently...
Have a Successful Garage Sale
Garage sale season is upon us! Before you commit to having one, ask yourself this one important question, and be realistic: Do I have enough to sell to make it worth my time and effort, or should I just donate everything and be done with it? If you decide to proceed,...
Help “Stamp Out Hunger”
Saturday, May 11, 2013 is the National "Stamp Out Hunger" Food Drive, sponsored by the National Association of Letter Carriers. Place a bag of non-perishable food items next to your mail box or mail slot this Saturday, and your letter carrier will deliver it to...
A new and improved website!
I'm really excited to unveil my new website, from the bold header to the drop-down menus for easier navigation. I'm especially pleased with the addition of a blog, which I've affectionately titled, "Organized Thoughts." So, welcome! Noodle around, take a self-guided...