Here’s a gadget that can help keep you organized and add to productivity. The Zcan scanner is a portable mouse that scans! Simply press a button and swipe the mouse over exactly what you want scanned. If you don’t want the whole page, scan only what you need. The Zcan software loads your digital image in…
We were thrilled to be featured in Splash Home Magazine this past Sunday. Here is a link to the story by Ashlely Devick: As the weather warms, it’s time to clean up the mess winter left behind. With the spring sun giving us renewed energy, we’re motivated to purge, says home organization expert Monica Friel, whose…
Why not take a little time out today on World Book Day to consider the condition of your collection. If you’re a reader, chances are your also a book collector. Books hold great memories of the journey you were on during the read. Sometimes, when you’re collection begins to overwhelm you, you need to pare…
We all need to do our part to help keep the earth clean and green now and for the future. Each and every one of us can do our share to help the environment. Something as simple as having good organizational systems in place can help sprout eco-friendliness. Here are some ways you can get…
Do you buy in bulk? Bulk shopping and membership clubs are all the rage and often the go-to grocery shopping source for many families. Yes, there are some benefits to bulk shopping, especially if you have an institutional size kitchen or a family like the Duggar’s. If you don’t, you may want to consider weighing…
Moving is a daunting task. It’s considered one of the most stressful events we endure next to sickness and death of loved ones. So what can we do to alleviate the chaos? Here are some suggestions: Create a Plan: Once you know your moving day, put together a list of all the tasks that need to…
Spring is in the air and if you’re motivated to do some spring cleaning, your closet is a great place to start! When the season changes, so should the arrangement of clothes in your closet. Whether you store seasonally or not, heavy sweaters and winter fabrics should get moved out of prime real estate…
Most of us use Google as a search engine and for Google Docs and Gmail, but there are so many other Google perks. Earlier this week I learned of a tool in Google+ Photos called stories. After coming home from a vacation it’s so fun to show family and friends your adventures, but often they…
Are you planning a renovation project in your home? It’s great to be able to dream about creating more functional space and updating the design, but before you begin any renovation project, it’s a great idea to organize first. A pre-construction purge allows you to eliminate what you no longer need and gives you a mental inventory…
Gone are the days of throwing everything in your suitcase and jetting off on vacation. With luggage fees and packing restrictions, it pays to travel simplified and organized. Here are some tips to keep your travels light this summer: Check your destination. See what in-room amenities are provided at the hotel to ensure you only…