Q: “What is the biggest mistake you see people make when they are trying to organize their space?” My answer is quick and simple: They go out and buy a bunch of stuff that they think they need to get organized. You know, containers in varying sizes, pretty baskets, etc. The problem is, this is… Read more
Happy Fourth of July! Hopefully you’ll be outside celebrating the holiday today. If its warm where you are, or will be soon, you’ll want to be organized and prepared to stay healthy AND enjoy the heat. Here in the Pacific Northwest, the rare hot, sunny summer day seems to draw us all to the outdoors… Read more
Time for the Tuesday Ten Minute Toss Challenge! RIGHT NOW spend 10 minutes tossing old barbecue tools and outdoor serving wear. Do you have cracked plastic trays and cups? Are your spatulas and grilling tongs well past their prime? Take this opportunity to make sure you have what you need so you can barbecue with friends and… Read more
Making the change from living freely in a large home to cramming your life into a small room (that you have to share with a stranger!) is tough. Downsizing and prioritizing can be a great way to begin. Here are some “to do’s” from The Container Store to make sure you’re checking off your college… Read more
Time for the Tuesday Ten Minute Toss Challenge! RIGHT NOW spend 10 minutes tossing prospects off your list who never responded to your outreach. Do you have a potential new client or prospect list that keeps growing because you haven’t removed anyone? Are you calling or otherwise contacting the same people (without success) for months?… Read more
Happy summer! Simply Placed Professional Organizer (and mom of 3) Kelly here with your Monday Mom‘s Moment! I don’t know about you, but summer vacation always seems to sneak up on me. Before I know it, the kids are out of school and the chaos begins. Don’t get me wrong, I truly love the childhood… Read more
How well do you really know your pantry and it’s contents? Do you know what’s in there or for how long it has resided there? Before you buy your next dry good in bulk, read our tips and get to know your pantry and it’s food better than ever before. First, know the 4 factors… Read more
Hey Moms, this week we’ve combined our Monday Mom’s Moment and our Tuesday Ten Minute Toss Challenge! Now that school is getting out and Summer is just beginning, take ten minutes to organize those outdoor toys! Time for the Tuesday Ten Minute Toss Challenge! RIGHT NOW spend 10 minutes tossing your kids’ outdoor toys. Do… Read more
Time for the Tuesday Ten Minute Toss Challenge! RIGHT NOW spend 10 minutes tossing as many papers on your desk as you can in 10 minutes, put those that just need to be filed in a “to file” folder and those that need action in an “action” folder. Do you have a stack of paperwork… Read more
Canvas tote boxes and storage containers are a great, aesthetically pleasing, way to organize a bookcase, cabinet or cupboard. We posted about ways to use fabric drawers last week in the Mom’s Monday Moment. They work well in playrooms and children’s rooms to contain toys, small clothing items (think socks, underwear), diapers, etc.. The unfortunate drawback is… Read more
It can be tempting to head toward your nearest drive-through for a quick meal when you don’t have time to cook. Instead, think about what you can do to add freshness and a home-cooked taste to some ready-made items at your grocery store’s deli. Going with this option instead will save you time, money, and… Read more
Time for the Tuesday Ten Minute Toss Challenge! RIGHT NOW spend 10 minutes tossing kitchen gadgets and small appliances. Do you have a snow cone maker with a coat of dust on it, an ice cream maker you’re never used or several different blenders and food processors? Are your kitchen cabinets and pantry filled with a mishmash of counter… Read more
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