tips

May 15

Ask me anything: hoarding

Reader Question: I think my mom is a hoarder. She says she just has a lot of stuff accumulated over a lifetime. Isn’t that the same?

Every successful move includes this . . .

May 1

Every successful move includes this . . .

May is National Moving Month. One of my favorite suggestions for a successful move is to pack an Open First box.

Apr 1

Home office organization 101

We all have a home office of some sort. A place set aside to pay bills, plan an upcoming event, fill out a birthday card, and more.

Mar 15

Ask me anything: shredding

My shredder died recently. Is there one you recommend? Actually, no. I think there are better options.

Mar 1

Do you have a backup plan?

Even if you don’t have a formal plan, when was the last time you backed up your important files?

Feb 1

Ask me anything: toys, games and movies

My children are grown and have told me they don’t want the boxes of their old stuff currently in my basement.

Jan 15

Ask me anything: nail polish storage

I have a large collection of nail polish and tend to leave bottles and tools all over the house.

Jan 1

It's 2023 . . . let's GO!

Start the new year off right by checking out these six simple tips that are sure to help alleviate stress, frustration, and anxiety.

Dec 1, 2022

5 satisfying ways to end 2022

Before you dive into the chaos of holiday guests and gatherings, take action with my 5 satisfying ways to end 2022.

Oct 1, 2022

My top 20 decluttering don'ts

Let’s talk decluttering, the unsung hero of organizing. There are plenty of articles on the Interweb sharing tips on how to declutter.

Aug 1, 2022

10 easy ways to simplify your life

Simplifying your life sounds good, but how do you actually eliminate those little things that cause you stress or anxiety?

Jul 1, 2022

Pack like a pro

Don't let packing for a vacation stress you out. Just use these 7 simple steps, some common sense, and focus on enjoying the adventure.

Jun 1, 2022

Photo organizing 101

You don't want to pass along the mess that you've been given. But where do you start on a photo organizing project?

Take a virtual class with me this summer

May 22, 2022

Take a virtual class with me this summer

Are you ready to conquer clutter and overcome those feelings of overwhelm? I would love to help you do that this summer!

May 1, 2022

'Tis the season for moving

May is National Moving Month so let’s take a minute to talk about how to make a life-disrupting event such as moving less stressful.

Apr 1, 2022

Cut your paper clutter

If you’re always looking for ways to cut your paper clutter, keep the following in mind when reviewing your existing documents.

Mar 31, 2022

Learn from me this spring

In the mood for some spring decluttering and organizing rather than the standard spring cleaning?

Mar 1, 2022

Less to-do in '22

One of my goals this year is to have “less to-do in ’22.” How do you accomplish doing less without feeling guilty?

Feb 1, 2022

12 tips to boost your productivity

When many things seem to be of equal importance, how do you prioritize? Start by asking yourself some basic questions.

Jan 1, 2022

Planning to get organized in 2022?

If one of your resolutions is to get organized in the new year, keep in mind that organizing is a journey, not a destination.