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Death Cleaning A Gift for Your Loved Ones
An explanation of death cleaning along with “how to” tips.
How To Deal With “Sentimental Clutter”
Sentimental Clutter Most of us call them “keepsakes." Organizers call them “sentimental...
The More You Buy, The More You Save!
The More You Buy, The More You Save! If there is one thing we learned from the pandemic, it is how to stock up. We stored up as much toilet paper and canned vegetables as we could get our hands on. The threat of low supply sent us into a panic, which was...
Organizing Toys
If it seems like organizing toys is an endless process, it is! Children outgrow toys,they break, and pieces go missing. Then, there is the toy multiplication factor.Birthdays and Christmas add to our toy collections the most. Consider onebirthday party. Many...
Right Sizing Is for All Ages
Baby BoomersAs you have most likely heard, there is an entire generation who are approaching retirement or are already there. These people, born between the years 1946 and 1964, are Baby Boomers and they are making their imprint on everything from health care to...
Done Beats Perfect. Every Time!
We are bombarded with pictures of perfect homes. Pinterest, Instagram and HGTV to name a few. But we don’t live like this. Our homes are lived in! We need to strive for done over perfect. I have many clients who have been paralyzed in the decluttering and...
Wait, We Can Recycle That!
I can’t count the number of times I have rescued clothing, textiles, shoes, or leather products from trash cans. “Wait, we can recycle that!’ We are all aware of donation sites for wearable/usable clothing, shoes, leather accessories and household textiles. ...
Narrow Your Focus
I have narrowed the focus of Keys to Living Light to Professional Organizing, Staging and Redesign. Often when overwhelmed by projects, we need to narrow our focus by creating a list and prioritizing. Prepare yourself ahead of time and do the most dreaded task first.
Get Going! It’s January.
January is the month of new beginnings, the perfect time to get organized. Use GO month (get organized) month to declutter and organize a space or two in your home.
Thoughtful Gift Giving
This year, give a gift doesn’t end up as someone’s clutter. This article has a number of practical ideas!
Moving? Don’t Take the Clutter!
Preparing to move is the ideal time to tackle clutter. Save money on moving expenses. Donate, sell or recycle items you will no longer use or need.
Create a Successful Study Space
Give your student the tools and space he or she needs to succeed. Be sure the space is right for your student, comfortable and adequately stocked.
Getting Kids Organized For School
Help your child develop task management skills. Establish a homework routine, set up a designated study space, be aware of what comes home from school, encourage the use of lists and planners and use color coding for various classes to help with easy retrieval.