Laundry is an unavoidable drudgery, so getting it done quickly and efficiently is a must. Here are some tips to process laundry promptly. Sort it out. Rather than putting all of the laundry into one hamper, sort it as you go with these terrific laundry sorters from Sterilite. They’re a great time saver–when one fills up,…
Tomorrow is the end of daylight savings time. As you turn back the clocks, it’s also suggested that you replace the batteries in your smoke detectors. In my house, we’ve recently had some issues with our smoke detectors and I’ve learned that they should be replaced every 7-10 years. Not only do the batteries need…
Our fabulous organizers are pro’s at getting you organized, but organization is a constant process. Here are some tips to help you stay organized: Define where to keep things. Having a place for everything is essential. If you have time to tidy up but don’t know where to put things, you’ll waste that time. Finish what you…
With Halloween around the corner, you’re likely to have a few seasonal things lying around that would be good to keep contained during the rest of the year. These 66 quart storage boxes from Sterilite are the perfect solution. Storing all thing related to Halloween in colorful Halloween looking containers is the best option for…
Are books overwhelming your space? Consider the following alternatives if you’re an avid reader with an unending collection that is taking over. Set a read to purchase ratio. If you read 2 books a month, commit to buying no more than 2 books per month–just set limits. Pass books along. Do you have a friend or…
With the change of seasons, the time is prime for making sure winter clothes are out, organized, and ready to wear. Boots can be floppy and messy to store and access. One solution is to take pool noodles and cut them to help your boots stand up nicely. Take a noodle and cut–you can get…
Having an organized office means making use of a good functional file drawer. If you have to exert any extra effort to get something filed, chances are it may end up in a pile instead. So what’s the optimal situation for easy access filing? Hands down, the answer is a good 2 drawer lateral file…
This photo shows a good example using containers not only sort, organize and contain things, but also as colorful decorative accents. Using the right containers to house what you need and give you easy access is important in any home office, craft room etc. If you have open shelving, consider using the space for more…
Having to sit in an office to get work done has become a thing of the past. Over half of today’s corporate work gets done outside the office. We went from having to work in an office to the convenience of work-at-home. Now technology has allowed us to break free from the desk and work…
There was an article in Huffington Post Green over the weekend that started me thinking about all the stuff we no longer want that’s cluttering up space. So often we work with clients who have corners or rooms or even floors of their homes that are filled with items they really don’t want anymore, but…