Getting a cheap tray for a coffee table is a great way to hold items and beverages while keeping your table clean. I bought this tray over ten years ago. It is out of date. I decided to update it so I can use it in my newly painted living room. Here's how I transformed […]
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Critical Tasks To Do Before Starting High School
This week, I will be speaking with the teens who are visiting my blog with their parents. There is a slight shift in my focus on helping teenagers directly, as they need to become more independent as they embark on their new high school experience. So, parents, hand over the laptop and allow your students […]
The Ultimate Guide to College Life: Your Complete Resource Roundup Tips for College Life
Starting college can feel overwhelming, but with the proper organization strategies and preparation, you can set yourself up for success from day one. I had two children who went through college. Over the years, I've shared dozens of college success tips from our experiences, and today I'm bringing together the very best resources to help […]
How to Prioritize Your Tasks to Get Everything Done
You can take several steps to enhance your time management skills. Reducing the number of steps to do a project is just one of them. Another way to improve your time management is to prioritize the tasks that must be completed. But have you ever wondered what the best way to improve time management is? […]
8 Important Benefits of Getting Organized
Many people believe that spending time organizing is too time-consuming, stressful, and unlikely to improve their quality of life. I am here to tell those people, that there is some work involved in organizing, but the benefits outweigh not making a system at all. Here are three essential benefits of getting organized. BENEFIT #1: You […]
15 Easy Tips to Keep Dorm Rooms Clean
Living in a dorm can be cramped, and it can be downright uncomfortable when two or more people share the space with all their belongings. Keeping the dorm room clean is essential for keeping germs at bay and minimizing sickness. Today, we'll discuss 15 easy tips to keep your dorm room clean. Ensure that your dorm […]
Essential Mens Closet Organization Tips
Why not give the man in your life a valuable gift - the gift of a well-organized men's closet? By organizing your guy's closet, you can help him manage his time more effectively in the morning and easily identify what he has and what he needs. I will discuss the most effective way to organize […]
A Creative Way to do a Stone Wall Hole Repair DIY Project
Recently, I updated my post about how we transformed our small family room into a focal wall with ample storage. I wanted to share with you the update we made because the heater stopped working. Rest in peace. We relocated the heater to the other wall and installed a split unit, which is now vented to […]
How to Sort Kept Items {Part 3 of the Awaken to Your Clutter Blindness Series}
Last time we talked about how to take care of the clutter that you woke up to in the home. In part 3, I will discuss the sorting process to help you when reviewing the items kept. This part of the process will help you see the light at the end of the tunnel. The […]
How to Awaken from Clutter Blindness - Part 1
Are you wondering where the clutter is in your home? Have you ever walked around your home and couldn't find clutter you didn't want or need? Have you ever walked around your house and not seen the clutter? You could be walking over things without realizing it. This is clutter blindness. Indeed, it is a […]
Incredible Tips on Labeling Kids' School Supplies
If you have been visiting my blog, you know I love labeling everything. It not only helps everyone else know where things go, but it also helps when anyone loses an item. Recently, I became an affiliate with Mabel's Labels, a fun site for labeling kids' school supplies. From my kids' lunch bags, clothing, bag […]
How to Organize Every Area of the Kitchen Challenge
How's your kitchen? Does everything have its place? Well, this month, your challenge is to get your kitchen organized! I mean organized, not just cleared countertops. First, review the following Areas/Zones in your home with a fresh eye. Pretend you are a stranger who was staying in your home and wanted to make dinner. Will […]
How to Organize An Elementary School Student
Elementary school can be stressful for your little student. But it doesn't have to be. To help you, as a parent, organize an elementary school student, I've compiled my favorite tips and had my fellow Professional Organizers community share their thoughts as well. I hope it helps your child feel less stressed on their first […]
Amazing Toy Organizer Ideas to Get Your Playroom Organized
Climbing over mounds of mixed toys can be dangerous, and just looking at them can make you feel overwhelmed. Stepping on those dreaded Lego pieces can also be painful. Plus, your kiddos may not even know what to enjoy. So, keeping the playroom organized is essential. This post will share ten unique toy organizer ideas […]
The Complete Organizing Kids Sports Equipment Guide
If you have kids, like me, you will likely have a lot of sports equipment in your home. You know the items I'm referring to - the knee pads, uniforms, shirts, and pants. Items specifically for sports, such as tennis balls, baseball gloves, shin guards, baseball bats, cleats, and helmets, can be challenging to find […]
Teen Academic Planner To Master Time Management
I have looked for a teen academic planner for years. I would get so frustrated because I couldn't find the right type to keep myself organized. So, when my kids started high school, I wanted them to take more control over their time. This academic planner did the trick! I am so relieved because I […]
Clutter-Free Ways To Splurge On A Hobby
If you are like me and many others, you enjoyed buying all sorts of things to add to your hobby supplies. We add new stickers, cutouts, and papers for our scrapbook hobby. We purchase supplies and tools for our photography hobby. We buy music for our music hobby. We buy gear for our exercise hobby. […]
How to Make a Two Tier Raised Garden Bed
If you've followed me for a while, you know that I love gardening from spring to fall. I live in Pennsylvania, so we have true seasons here, and when it's time to go outside, I'm ready for the fun my garden brings to my family and me. I have three gardens on my property. All […]
Super Easy Ways to Use Peel and Stick Wallpaper
Over the years, my favorite DIY organizing projects are the ones with peel and stick wallpaper or a self-adhesive shelf liner. Today, I am going to show you several different ways I used these products to upcycle and improve the items in the home after organizing a space. Feel free to come along for the […]
Bench Makeover Idea - DIY Project - Step by Step Instructions
Benches are excellent for sitting outdoors. They are typically made of wood and can be easily stored away during the winter months. But, when your wood bench, like mine, gets a little shabby being outside, it will most likely need a makeover. Today, I'm going to share with you how I transformed my bench makeover […]
How to Start Downsizing Your Life
Are you planning on downsizing your life? Just thinking about it is scary for most people. If you are considering downsizing your life, this post is for you. The benefits of downsizing your life may outweigh the cons of taking on this significant challenge. I have listed the primary benefits below to convince you that […]
The Best Way to Make Drawers More Functional
The kitchen is the heart of our home, and I love to make it the heart of my clients' homes as well. However, if your kitchen drawers aren't organized, it can be a struggle to find things. As a result, cooking and preparing meals will take longer than necessary. Here is the best way to […]
13 Ways to Make Your Bedroom An Oasis
Aw, the bedroom is a place where we can relax and unwind, right? I love a bedroom that has no clutter and that looks like a relaxing space so I can escape from my day to where I can relax and do whatever I want. Yup, that's a bedroom for me. Today, we are going to share […]
Vacation Tips to Make Any Family Vacation Happy
Summertime is the most popular time for vacations. That being said, it can also be the most stressful time. Lots of people are traveling here and there. There is a lot of waiting in lines at various popular locations. Lucky for you, I created this post just in time for your family vacation. Here are […]
7 Ways to Bring Usability Back to Your Kitchen
Walking into your kitchen, you wonder, "What should I make? Do I want to bake, cook, assemble, or make a salad?" Pondering over this, you glance at the clutter, get overwhelmed, and give up and go out to eat instead. Is this you? No judgment here. I am right there with you. You are not […]
10 Wonderful Last Minute Gift Ideas for the Entire Family
Oh no, the next holiday is only a week away! What am I going to get for that loved one? Do you still have shopping to do? You can't find items for your closest friends and family. I hear you; here are ten last-minute gift ideas to help inspire you to shop: Go to a […]
How to Make Repurposed DIY Day of the Week Closet Dividers
Whether you call them day-of-the-week closet dividers, closet dividers, Monday through Friday clothing organizers, or anything else, these little day-of-the-week closet dividers are so useful to help you manage your daily clothing. I am going to show you how I made these in just an hour of your time. What inspired me to make these […]
Overcoming Negative Talk To Clear The Clutter
Negative talk can quickly stop anyone from clearing the clutter. Some negative talk statements sound like this: "I can't do this!" "I won't be able to handle it." "I will never get rid of any of this stuff." And "I spent lots of money on all those things. It's like throwing money away if I […]
Easy Steps to Arrange Photos For Better Theme Placement
Are you looking for theme ideas for your priceless artwork and photos? Well, I have one post plus several more arranged pictures for you, and I will show you how I did it in my own home. Follow along and see the difference. Photo Gallery Themes Ideas First, let's look at the options for creating […]
How to Make a Fabulous Kids Playroom
Children's Playrooms are so much fun to organize! They're one of my favorite places. There are no restrictions on how to do it, and kids are very flexible when it comes to their space. Whether your playroom is large or small, these tips will help you organize it, resulting in less cleaning and straightening up […]
Powder Room Organization Challenge
Feeling frustrated with your powder room organization? Let's get this area organized once and for all. The powder room is an area of the home that you use regularly and where friends and family see it. So, to honor this room, we will make this month's Powder Room Organization Challenge. In a prior year, we focused […]
How To Keep Your Pantry Organized Forever
Does this ever happen to you? Arriving home from the grocery store and placing all the pantry items away, you are so proud of how you organized it. You think to yourself, "This pantry looks great." The next day, you go into your beloved pantry, and there it is, the perfectly organized space you were so […]
Helpful First Time Off Campus Apartment Tips
If you have a child going off to college, you may have some mixed feelings and worries about what they need and where to buy them. If you are visiting our site for the first time, I have been going through the college experience for the last three years with two kids and have shared […]
DIY Corkboard Picture Frame To Organize Your Day
Want to stay focused and keep your tasks in one place while making a really cute place to post them? Check out this DIY Cork Board Picture Frame project. It is super easy to make and fun, too! You can make it in about half an hour and let it dry for one day before […]
The Best Declutter Advice You Were Ever Told
We all get advice for different areas of our lives - how to declutter is one of them. Decluttering can be a significant obstacle for many people and can stop them from even getting started to declutter their lives, resulting in frustration, self-criticism, and depression. Over the 25+ years, while organizing, I have given advice […]
Yummy Curry Chicken Salad Recipe
Going to Whole Foods and picking up their curry chicken salad recipe is a delicious dish I buy ALL THE TIME. Since I haven't been there in a while, I wanted to replicate this dish with a little twist. This curry chicken salad recipe has cranberries instead of raisins. Cranberries are a wonderful alternative to […]
Charitable Locations To Donate Stuff
When you're getting rid of items, instead of throwing them away, consider donating gently used items to local charities or mailing them to a worthy cause listed below. With some planning, you can make a big difference in someone's life! Below is a list of charities I have found over the 25+ years of organizing […]
Practical Graduate Gift Ideas Your Student Will Love
Graduation season is on its way, and you may be wondering what graduate gift ideas you can give these individuals to help improve their lives without generating clutter. To cover both types of adult graduates, this post will talk about high school and college graduates. (Reminder: the links below are mostly affiliate links, which, at […]
No CLUTTER Gifts Ideas Your Family Will Enjoy
When giving gifts, it's essential to consider the person's needs and wants. They may want something that will not clutter their home. Whether you need to bring a hostess gift or want to purchase presents early, here are some fantastic holiday gift ideas that will not clutter your loved one's home while also showing how […]
10 Great Practical and Special Gift Ideas For Mom
Mother's Day is coming up, and I wanted to share some helpful organizing gift ideas to buy for your mom. Moms help us with everything, and we may or may not acknowledge that to them. But, what better way of showing our gratitude than to think about what they love to do and purchase something […]
DIY TeaCup Candle Project
Vintage teacups are so pretty. However, if you have several of them you don't use, why not try making this teacup-and-saucer candle? I attempted to make two of them, and this post outlines the easy steps I took to create them. Follow along to complete this DIY TeaCup Candle Project and discover the steps and […]
How to Pack for a Quick College Move In Day
Now that you have bought all the things you need for college and your room is filled to the brim with piles and piles of small stuff that needs to be placed somewhere so that you can have a quick college move-in. Where do you begin? I know it can be overwhelming. Move-in day can […]
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