US News reports that Americans are throwing out twice as much trash as the federal government had estimated. Americans toss 5 pounds of trash per day–wow! People…this closely relates to the organization/consumerism problem we have. We need to get organized because we have too darn much stuff. The cost of household goods has not risen equally with…
Today we had an interior designer purchase an organizing session for a client upon the completion of their project. He helped the client design the space, purchase furniture, pick colors and textiles, and now for the finishing touch–help them get organized and settled in! If you think about it, every customer who is remodeling and…
Monday’s are always a good day for planning. Spend some time in your calendar and with your to-do list today. Circle some of the “must do” priorities and plug them into your calendar. Do they have a deadline? Set some benchmark notifications out to remind you that the deadline is looming. Do you have projects…
When it comes to storage, having the proper containers is key. Knowing exactly what you’re storing and exactly where it’s going makes all the difference in finding the perfect fit. Don’t just grab any container, always consider what you’re storing, the size, how it will fit in the space, color, design, and what kind of…
We think of Labor Day as the official end of summer and beginning of fall. It’s back to school and back to work. Vacations are over and it’s time to gear up for the start of the fall season. Your closet, on the other hand, is still in the throws of summer. So when do…
September is the time to say goodbye to the loose schedule of summer and begin fall activities which can become hectic. How do we stay on top of the “busy-ness” and remain organized? Here are a few tips to keep you “running” smoothly: Use Your Calendar Whether it’s paper or digital, make it your…
Does your clutter problem feel like a monkey on your back? Many of our clients feel they would be so much more productive at work or at home if they could just catch up on the backlog. Clutter often amounts to postponed decisions. Think about it…that pile of things in the corner is there because you…
Our tips were featured in Chicago Parent Magazine, in the article, “Cluttered chaos: 8 ways to finally organize all your kids’ stuff” by Megan Murray Elsener. Here’s an excerpt: It’s back to school season and a great time to get all that clutter causing kid stuff in order. Here is an article that features…
Here’s a quick tip that may save the life of your smartphone. Use a Ziploc snack size bag to keep sand, sunscreen, even water off and away from your phone. The touchscreen still works and you can hear calls just fine too. When you’re done, just toss the bag and get a new one. It’s…