Do you like to give (and receive) consumable or experience-based holiday gifts rather than physical objects?

Now is an excellent time to make room for the holiday dishes, treats, and leftovers that will need some space in a few short weeks.

Where can I get affordable used shelves? They don’t have to be fantastic as I’m just putting them in my basement storage room.

The bathroom is one of the most used rooms in the house, so it tends to collect clutter.

Do you know any community resources or businesses that work with people with disabilities – helping to clean and organize?

One of my favorite parts of being a certified professional organizer is sharing what I have learned over the years with others.

My garage always seems to be a mess. How can I keep it organized?

To get things back on track, start small. Let go of the little things that are taking up space.

Reader Question: I recently moved into an old (but new-to-me) house. What do I do with the old paint and stain I found in the basement?...

Here are 10 items I check the value of before advising a client to let go.

I will be speaking at various locations this summer - come see me!

I don’t have the energy to take care of things like I should.

Every day I work with adults and children who have issues with clutter. And many times I also get to meet their friends and family members.

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?

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

Do you have any suggestions for a place to donate professional men’s and women’s clothing and shoes?

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.

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

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

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