Whether your heading off on vacation, going on a business trip or sending kids off to college, here is an app that makes the dreaded job of packing a bit easier. As much as I love to organize, packing is always something I procrastinate. Having to plan all that’s needed on a trip for any…
If you are going or sending someone off to college, it’s time to buckle down and get ready. Here are some tips for making the transition to college an organized one. Take the time to sort it all out. Go through everything you have and decide if it stays home, goes with or goes out….
We recently received this question and I thought it would be good to address it on the blog because knowing how to properly store papers is essential to keeping desk and office space organized. We have always referred to our Record Retention Document as the standard for what to keep and then advise that your…
A great way to stay organized when traveling is to pack with these terrific packing cubes by Eagle Creek Pack-It System. Yes they’re great for putting everything in your suitcase in an orderly manner, but beyond that is the organization they provide for you at your destination. When my kids go to camp, I use…
In order to create optimal organization in your space, you need to have a place for everything. Making the most out of every bit of storage space you have is crucial. Here is a product that is terrific for adding space to a cluttered cabinet. This pull out shelf by JA Marketing is awesome because…
Check out this list of Best iPhone Apps from Lifehacker: Lifehacker Pack for iPhone: Our List of the Best iPhone Apps Adam Dachis The iPhone’s app selection is unparalleled, but it can be frustrating to sift through the thousands of options to find the best. For our third annual Lifehacker Pack for iPhone, we’re highlighting…
Getting kids to put towels back in the bathroom is usually more effort than it should be. Here’s a tip from our organizer Pam on how she keeps towels organized, off the floor and decorative too. You can also make use of space above the door for extra towel storage. It might be a good…
When it’s very hot outside, the best place to organize is the basement! Do you cringe at the sight of miscellaneous stuff cluttered around your basement? Now’s the time to do something about it. Grab some 56 Quart Clearview Storage boxes and get busy. This size container is great for sorting. Don’t just use them…
One great way to help you get rid of that clutter that lingers is to plan a yard sale. Sometimes it’s hard to donate items when you don’t know where they’re going and if they will really be used. It’s easier to get rid of things when you know your items are going into the…
Here’s a good way to help keep accessories together or add garments to an ensemble hanging on the rod in your closet. Take the pull-tab from an aluminum can and put one end around the hanger and use the other end to add a hanger to it! It’s a great way to keep outfits together…