If you want to clear out some clutter, and are having issues getting motivated, here’s one way to get moving.
Call up a couple local charities that accept household items, toys, art supplies, books, clothing, and more. Ask what they need. Make an appointment on a set day, at a set time to drop off some […]
Some people are born organized, some pick up how to be organized with less effort, and some of us will simply never be perfectly organized. It’s just not in some people to avoid clutter altogether.
Tip: Know your organizing reality, and learn to live with it.
Organizing to the point of perfection is not everyone’s reality. What […]
A lot of people start organizing projects by clearing out clutter - that’s an excellent place to start. Getting rid of items that won’t be included in your reorganization is key to a successful room make-over (or make up for the first time, say, if you just moved in).
However, there’s another important first step than […]
Tired of the same old, same old, when it comes to taking messages? Try the Kubisphere Revolving Magnet Board. This innovative board allows you to ditch the paper because you can jot notes down right on any of the revolving plates. You can also attach pictures, notes or anything else with a magnet. The design […]
To follow up my create a home inventory post, I thought I’d do a quickie about what to include - in case your insurance co. forgot to give you a list.
Six things to note - no matter if you’re using a video camera, camera, or pad and pencil. Note, if you’re using a paper list […]
Why create a home inventory: Fires and thieves unfortunately do happen.
But I rent!: You can still make an inventory. I have renter’s insurance, and they asked for a simple list inventory, but I made a better digital camera inventory. You never know with those pesky insurance folks. No offense to any insurance folks, but believe […]
This warranty solution works well for folks without file cabinets - all you need is one drawer and some envelopes, and you’re all set.
First follow the steps I discussed in the previous warranty post:
“To get started you should have all your collected warranty info gathered together. Some people suggest stapling all the info together […]
Today we’re going to start a warranty series - a series, because I’ve got about five different ideas of how you can get your warranties organized. Well, five or six give or take.
From toasters to desk chairs, to your computer, cell phone, and juniors remote control car, life involves warranties and lots of them. Over […]
One huge organizing issue is that one or two people in a household will be organized but the rest of the family just goes along their merry way tossing stuff wherever.
Solutions:
Explain why: Too many times we just say “clean because I say so.” Use basic reasoning such as if we always organize as we go, […]
“Deep storage” is a common term found in many an organizational book or article. If there’s no room, if you want to clear clutter, you move to the whole “deep storage” scenario. Deep storage means you put the stuff away where you can’t see it - an attic, under the bed, in the garage, at […]
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