Our habits form very early in life and it is important to help children learn effective ways for maintaining their bedrooms. If we make it an enjoyable priority they will learn to take care of their things and their rooms with a few easy tips: -Encourage kids to put away games and toys before taking out …
Some of the most treasured items can be the most difficult to organize. When it comes to photographs, whether prints, negatives, or digital files, it is essential to have a system in place for organizing the captured memories. -Invest in a few inexpensive photo storage boxes and label them. -Keep several sturdy envelopes on hand for negatives, …
Shoes bring with them telltale signs of exactly where we have been, tracking in dirt, debris, germs, and sand. They are often kicked off as we arrive home at the end of the day. When shoes aren’t on your feet, keep them stored, organized, and well taken care of. -Place a shoe tray, or mini shoe …
If you are fortunate enough to have a space in your home designated as a guest room, don’t let the only regular visitor be clutter. Organize a guest room and keep it ready for those unexpected visitors. -Keep the bed neat by not letting it become a storage place for miscellaneous household items. -Invest in ample storage …
When organizing a specific area, such as a closet, dresser drawer, or bathroom cabinet, take time to refresh the space. The following steps will help ensure that the space is clean and ready for your organizational plan: 1. Empty the space completely. 2. Dust and vacuum to remove debris and wipe down surfaces with a damp cloth. 3. …
Are your possessions paying the rent?What does that even mean? Well, we are paying for the square footage that we live in. Our possessions kind of need to earn their keep if they are going to inhabit our valuable real estate. It’s hard to know where to put something if you don’t know WHY you have it …
Clutter often comes from having no set home for a specific item. For example: no spot to put gently used gift bags or extra party supplies. Take some time to assess which items seem to be consistently out of place, and usually you will find that it is because there is no home for them. …
Having the right tools on hand for cleaning and organizing is as important as having a hammer and nails for building a home. By gathering the right tools before tackling any project, you will increase the likelihood for success.For example:Job: Thoroughly cleaning your home.Tools: Cleaning products, brooms, mops, vacuum cleaner, microfiber cloths, and garbage bags.Job: Organizing …
Well, OK, not everyone will experience the same amount of joy from organizing a home, office, or even a vehicle. You can, however, CHOOSE to find the fun in cleaning and sorting. These simple hints can turn dreaded tasks into something that can be survived with a smile. 1. CHOOSE to give yourself a reward …
It is so easy to leave the stack of papers on the desk, the laundry in a pile, or the shoes that no longer fit in the closet. CHOOSE to make time each day to avoid creating mountains of mess in your living space. You don’t have to spend hours each weekend cleaning up from …
