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- Do You Simply Have Too Much Laundry? - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2011 from Maya WillisSometimes when attempting to organize your household you might discover that the problem lies in your family's overall processes, habits and lifestyle. For example, even the most perfectly organized laundry room may not be a match for the fact that your family simply creates too much laundry. ...
Views: 3752 - Organizing Your Online Accounts - by Submitted on May 12, 2010 from Maya WillisHaving multiple online accounts to keep track of is becoming increasingly the norm for most people. Most of us not only have more than one e-mail account, but also multiple accounts on blogs, forums, healthcare sites, eBay and a myriad of other online features and sites that we visit on a ...
Views: 3730(1 vote) - Organize Your Mailing and Packaging Supplies - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2011 from Maya WillisMailing and packaging supplies can often be a source of home clutter. Although these useful items are a necessity in most homes, they can be challenging to keep organized. In some cases, you might simply want to keep the envelopes, stamps and stationery that you use for personal communication ...
Views: 3534 - How to Organize Craft Supplies in Small Spaces - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2010 from Maya WillisIf you have a lot of craft supplies but a very small space in which to keep them, it's important to come up with highly efficient organizational strategies. By keeping your craft materials well organized, you'll undoubtedly find that you will participate in your chosen craft more frequently, ...
Views: 3324 - Organize your Menus and Cooking Schedule - by Submitted on May 12, 2010 from Maya WillisBusy schedules can make it difficult to plan weekly menus that are quick, easy, nutritious and economical. If you are trying to cook every evening for your family to save money and eat better, a little planning can go a long way towards keeping things simple. Sale Items One of the best ways to ...
Views: 2736(1 vote) - Easy Ways to Select, Store and Organize Table Linens - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2011 from Maya WillisTable linens can certainly add a beautiful finishing touch to any table. However, families today tend to not use table linens as much as families did in the past. As such, you might feel a little unprepared when purchasing formal or even casual table linens for your home. Plus, once you buy ...
Views: 2623 - Organize Your Magazine Collection - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2011 from Maya WillisIf you are like most people, chances are you read a variety of different magazines. Although some magazines can simply be read and then discarded, other magazines can be useful for a longer period of time. For example, you probably wouldn't want to discard your sewing, woodworking or other ...
Views: 2500 - Organizing Your Kitchen Pantry - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2011 from Maya WillisAn organized kitchen pantry simplifies your work in the kitchen, allowing you to find the things that you need without a lot of effort. Organizing the pantry doesn’t take a whole lot of effort. If you have the right tools and an hour or so of time, then you can turn any pantry (or even a ...
Views: 2335 - Organize Your Coats and Other Winter Wardrobe Items - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2011 from Maya WillisAs the colder weather approaches, it eventually becomes time to take your bulky winter coats and other winter wardrobe items out of storage. When this happens, many families struggle with how to store them in a convenient and yet space-efficient manner. Because these items are bulkier than ...
Views: 2057 - Organizing Your Home Library - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Maya WillisIf you love books, chances are that you have numerous books and publications in your home. In most cases, this means you have them in various locations, such as on shelves, beside the bed, in the children's room, and maybe even stacked on a table or the floor. It's important to keep your books ...
Views: 1998 - The Secret to Organization is Prioritization - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2011 from Maya WillisIf you never seem to be able to get organized, perhaps it's because you've never taken the time to truly understand your personal priorities. All too often, people try to do things not because they have to, but because they think they should. For example, do you feel as though you have to iron ...
Views: 1926 - How to Organize Your Purse - by Submitted on May 12, 2010 from Maya WillisWomen often depend heavily on what they have stored in their purse. However, there is sometimes a fine line between having everything you need in your purse and having so many things that the purse becomes heavy and uncomfortable to carry. It is also pointless to have everything in your purse if ...
Views: 1878(1 vote) - Organize Your Child's Stuffed Toy Collection - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from Maya WillisA large stuffed toy collection can make it significantly more difficult to keep your child's room neat and tidy. In fact, sometimes even a small stuffed toy collection can be challenging. Most stuffed toy collections consist of some animals that a child plays with on a regular basis - or even ...
Views: 1831 - Finding the Time Needed to Get Organized - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2010 from Maya WillisSometimes it seems like the hardest part of getting organized is just finding the time to do it. Especially if it's been years since you've made a dedicated effort towards organization, just the thought of tackling such a big job is enough to make you put it off until another day. However, ...
Views: 1715(2 votes) - Helpful Tips to Organize Your Wardrobe - by Submitted on May 12, 2010 from Maya WillisOrganizing your wardrobe is a great way of maximizing its usefulness. Without proper planning and organization, it can be difficult to mix and match clothing items to put together great outfits. In fact, sometimes it can be difficult to even find items in your closet if you don't have them well ...
Views: 1653 - Filing Cabinet Basics: The Key to Staying Organized - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2011 from Maya WillisIf you find that your family is constantly struggling to keep paperwork, instruction manuals and other paper items organized, a filing cabinet could be just the solution you've been looking for. Instead of stashing paperwork in various locations around your home, keep all your items organized ...
Views: 1643 - Simplify and Organize Your Personal Care Regime - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2011 from Maya WillisIf your family is like most families, time and bathroom space always seems to be in short supply in the morning. With everyone rushing around getting dressed and taking care of their personal care regime, things can get pretty hectic, disorganized and chaotic. Wouldn't it be nice if you could ...
Views: 1638 - Organize Your Off-Season Clothing and Accessories - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from Maya WillisUnless you live in a climate that has similar weather all year long, you undoubtedly have different summer and winter wardrobes. Although some people simply leave all their clothes in the same closet year-round, this method can make it difficult to utilize closet space in the most efficient ...
Views: 1610 - Organizing Your Child's Study Corner - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2012 from Maya WillisIf you have a budding Albert Einstein or Madame Currie living under your roof, providing him or her with adequate study space is an absolute necessity. Even if your home is a bit short on space, a personalized study area is very important for a child. Whether you set aside a corner of your ...
Views: 1487 - Moving Tips: How to Pack your Fragile Items - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2012 from Maya WillisIf you are moving, you already stressed. The last thing you want is to find your favorite wall art or family heirlooms broken or damaged when you unpack them at your new home. Here’s how to avoide that unwelcome scenario. Start Early Pack early so you have plenty of time to pack carefully. ...
Views: 1474 - Maximize the Efficiency of Your Kitchen - by Submitted on May 12, 2010 from Maya WillisWorking in the kitchen can be much more efficient and enjoyable if you have implemented good organizational strategies. A cluttered kitchen can be difficult to work in, which can create stress instead of harmony. Take the time to organize your kitchen cabinets and countertops, and you will find ...
Views: 1452 - Organize Your Thoughts and Get More Done - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2011 from Maya WillisAlthough you often hear a lot about getting your home, office and yard organized, it's also important to remember that it's hard to get things accomplished when your mind is cluttered and disorganized. In today's busy world, it can sometimes seem as though there just isn't enough time in the day ...
Views: 1445 - The Importance of a Family Calendar - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2011 from Maya WillisIf you never seem to know what your spouse or children's schedules look like, perhaps it's because you haven't taken the time to create a family calendar. Having one calendar devoted solely to your family's schedule can make the difference between chaos and organization in a household. Although ...
Views: 1433 - Using Shelves to Get Organized - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2010 from Maya WillisLack of efficient storage space is often a key problem for many people when they try to get their home organized. Although it’s certainly important to reduce clutter and discard anything you don’t really need, you also need an efficient way to store the things you plan to keep. If you are ...
Views: 1426 - Do You Need Some "Retail Therapy?" - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2011 from Maya WillisIf you're like many people today, you probably possess far more personal possessions than your parents and grandparents did when they were your age. Quick and convenient access to almost anything one needs to buy makes it easy to accumulate a lot of household and personal possessions. To make ...
Views: 1423 - Cleaning Supplies: Organizational Strategies that Work - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2011 from Maya WillisIf finding your cleaning supplies is sometimes more challenging than the cleaning tasks themselves, then perhaps it's time to get your supplies better organized. In some cases, finding an organizational strategy that works for your cleaning materials is simply a matter of convenience. However, ...
Views: 1362 - Staying Organized While Moving - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2011 from Maya WillisMoving is rarely an occasion that one would describe as fun. In fact, moving can be a huge challenge. Nonetheless, one in five American families will move this year. If your family is among them, you can make the move less frustrating by organizing your belongings before the move. Yes, ...
Views: 1333 - Eliminate Food Waste: Organize Your Refrigerator and Freezer - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2011 from Maya WillisIn today's challenging economy, most people cannot afford to waste money or resources for any reason. Just as is the case with everything else the average family needs to buy, the cost of food continues to rise. Although food is a basic essential that nobody can do without, there are ways that ...
Views: 1325 - Maximize the Efficiency of Your Kitchen Cabinets - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2011 from Maya WillisRegardless of whether your kitchen is large or small, there's a good chance that you're not maximizing the usefulness and efficiency of your kitchen cabinet space. Kitchen cabinets just seem to have a way of getting cluttered and disorganized, no matter how hard you try to keep things under ...
Views: 1291 - Do You Need a Filing Cabinet? - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Maya WillisIf you ask most people about their most difficult challenge when organizing their home, you're likely to hear paper mentioned as one of their primary problems. In today's busy world, most people simply have more paper in their homes than they know what to do with. Although many of us dream of ...
Views: 1257 - How to Get Organized before Moving - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2012 from Maya WillisIt has been said that moving is one of the most stressful of life’s events, only slightly less stressful than divorce and death of a spouse. However, getting organized in advance of the move can greatly reduce the stress and make the move much easier. Here are four tips to help your next move go ...
Views: 1242 - Easy Organization Techniques for Holiday Decor - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2011 from Maya WillisMost families enjoy decorating their home and yard for the various holidays throughout the year. However, it can often be difficult to keep holiday decor organized, easily accessible and yet out of the way throughout the year when it's not being used. If your basement, attic or garage is stuffed ...
Views: 1228 - Effectively Organizing the Family Medicine Cabinet - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2010 from Maya WillisKeeping the family medicine cabinet well organized is important for safety reasons in addition to simple convenience. After all, if you allow the medicine cabinet to fall into disarray, you might not be able to locate the supplies you need in the case of an emergency. It's also easy to overlook ...
Views: 1228 - Great Organizational Techniques Start with the First Step - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2010 from Maya WillisIf you’re like most people, you probably think of many great organizational ideas and plans every single day. Unfortunately, because of busy schedules and other time constraints, most people never take the time to implement these great organizational plans. Of course, you cannot reap the ...
Views: 1217 - Easy Tips to Get Your Pet Supplies Organized - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2011 from Maya WillisIf you have pets, you probably know how difficult it can be to keep all their supplies and accessories well organized. If your pet supplies are disorganized, you might not be able to find the items when you need them most. It can be well worth the time and effort to get everything organized and ...
Views: 1216 - How to Organize Your Most Important Documents - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2011 from Maya WillisIf your household is like most, it's likely that you and your family members are drowning in a sea of paper. Although computer experts have long talked about the "paperless" office of the future, most families and businesses have a long way to go in order to achieve that lofty goal. In many ...
Views: 1213 - Get Your Deck or Patio Organized for Spring - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from Maya WillisIf the upcoming spring season has you stressing about your disorganized deck or patio, don't despair. It can actually be quite simple to get your outdoor spaces into great shape. Spring is the perfect time to start fresh and get organized. Here are a few organizational tips you can use to get ...
Views: 1210 - Are You a Packrat? - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2011 from Maya WillisDue to the popularity of several television shows, the affliction of hording has been gaining more attention. Although hording isn't something that's new, it has recently received more attention and this has raised awareness of this obsessive compulsive behavior. However, just because a person ...
Views: 1195 - Organizing the Mail Helps Reduce Household Clutter - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2011 from Maya WillisIf your family is like most, paper clutter and chaos is probably one of your most challenging organizational issues. In today's busy world, it can be quite difficult to keep household paperwork organized. Even though the thought of a "paperless office" might sound appealing, the fact remains ...
Views: 1184 - Streamline Your Laundry Day - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2011 from Maya WillisIf you're like most people, you probably start thinking about shelves and organizing techniques when somebody mentions streamlining your laundry day. However, it's important to remember that keeping your laundry room neat and organized is only a small part of the laundry day battle. Most of the ...
Views: 1166 - Are You Too "Busy" to Get Organized? - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Maya WillisIf you're like many people, you probably wish you could get your life and home better organized. However, you might also feel as though you never really have enough time to get organized in the first place. Many people go through their entire lives putting off the entire organization process ...
Views: 1165 - Clear Out Clutter with a Garage Sale - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2011 from Maya WillisGarage sales, yard sales, or tag sales (no matter what you call them) can be a lot of fun and are a great way to help you de-clutter your home so that you can get more organized. On any given Saturday morning in American suburbia, you can find slowly-circling cars and mini-vans, making the ...
Views: 1161 - Getting Settled Faster after Moving - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2012 from Maya WillisYou’ve moved! The big event is finally behind you, but now you have a lot of unpacking to do. This part of the job can be as hard as packing up and moving itself. However, by planning ahead and being organized in the way you pack your boxes, you can make settling in to your new home a lot easier ...
Views: 1160 - Downsize Your Clutter by Going Digital - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2011 from Maya WillisIf you're like most people, you probably have far more clutter than you'd like. You probably have stacks of paper and items that you don't really need but can't bear to part with stashed in various places throughout your home. In many cases, a digital solution can really help get these messes ...
Views: 1156 - Unusual Ideas that Save Money when Moving - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2012 from Maya WillisIf you’ve ever moved a house full of furniture, accessories and personal belongings, you know how expensive it can be. It’s not like college, when you can just load up and old van with laundry baskets full of jean and sweatshirts and go truckin’ merrily down the road. Moving in the grown up ...
Views: 1129 - The Cure for "Mental Clutter" - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Maya Willis"Mental clutter" can be a big problem for many people. If you find that you have lots of ideas but not much time in which to implement them, chances are you're being adversely affected by mental clutter. Symptoms of this syndrome include frustration, worry, distraction, disorganization, and a ...
Views: 1126 - Finding the Perfect Place for Every Item - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2011 from Maya WillisIn today's busy and fast-paced world, it can be sometimes be difficult to stay organized. Demanding work schedules, busy social calendars and family responsibilities can often take up every free moment of a person's time. This kind of hectic existence often results in disorganized homes and an ...
Views: 1117 - Easier Communication Through Good Organization - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2011 from Maya WillisIf staying in touch with family and friends seems to be more trouble than it is worth, this could be a sign that you need better organizational strategies. If you dread the thought of sending out party invitations because you don't have everyone's address close at hand, you're making things much ...
Views: 1093 - Using "Space Savers" to Get Better Organized - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Maya WillisIf your home or apartment is a bit on the small side, you might find it is especially challenging to get it organized. Small living spaces can often be difficult to organize properly, because there's only so much room in which to work. If you'd like to get your small home or apartment better ...
Views: 1086 - Garden Organization Tips to Get Ready for Spring - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2011 from Maya WillisBefore the busy spring planting season gets here, it can be a good idea to get your existing gardening tools and supplies organized and ready to go. Not only will you be better prepared by getting this task done early, but you'll also have a chance to buy anything that needs replaced or ...
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