Organizing Tips and Tricks
Embracing Kid's Room Autonomy While Keeping Things Organized
As parents, we know how quickly a kid's room can turn into a chaotic mess. Toys, clothes, books, and art supplies seem to have a life of their own, creating clutter and confusion. Parenting involves striking a balance between giving kids the freedom to express themselves and ensuring a home environment that is functional and organized so it doesn’t drive us crazy. An organized kids room is not just about cleanliness—it's about creating a space that fosters creativity, independence, and a sense of responsibility in children. Here’s how to achieve this balance effectively.
6 seasonal tasks to keep your home in order
For some, spring cleaning is a satisfying ritual that freshens up a home, making it feel lighter and more organized. But for others, it can be intimidating and time-consuming. No matter which group you’re in, this list will help you get started without feeling completely overwhelmed in the process.
By doing a seasonal declutter and organization of these 6 spaces your home will be easier to maintain year round, and the best part, each task is designed to take 10 minutes or less to complete.
Where to Recycle, donate and consign; the ultimate guide to sustainable decluttering in Kingston
As we head into spring there is often an urge to declutter to start the new season fresh. The most frequently asked question I get as a home organizer is where can I donate so that my items go to people who need them or so that the proceeds stay in the community. This list is focused on community minded organizations as well as consignment options so that you can make a little back too!
10 Minutes A Day To A More Organized Life
Organizing and decluttering can quickly and easily become overwhelming. It often feels like the space will take longer than the reality so it’s easier to just avoid it than start making progress. Rather than thinking of it as an all or nothing thing start by making small habit changes to incorporate a 10 minute tidy each day. Remember, the goal of an organized home is not perfection, its finding what you need when you need it. These simple tasks not only make life more manageable but also help reduce stress, create a sense of accomplishment, and ultimately, pave the way for a clearer mind.
How To Create Lasting Organization In Your Home
We’ve all heard it, New year, new me… Well I call bullshit! How many times have you made a resolution only to have it fail by the 10th? This year let's try something new, instead of changing yourself let’s change the systems that aren’t working.
The Pre Holiday Purge
The Holiday season is here and with it the joy that comes from traditions. From Decorating the house and the warm lights that come from the tree to baking our favourite holiday treats to cuddling up on the couch to watch our favourite Christmas movies, or driving around to look at all the lights. Another important but slightly less magical tradition is our pre holiday purge.
Guilt, Boundaries and Your Home
At what point do you say forget it and actively choose what belongs in your home instead of keeping things because you feel guilty getting rid of them? Imagine the day when you can fill your house with the things you really love and use instead of them being storage units for what others think is important.
Winter Organizing Tips
As I look out the window, there’s no denying it any longer. The trees are bare, snowflakes are falling, and the sky has that greyish dreary hue. Winter is here. I know it doesn’t officially begin until late December. But here in Ontario, winter weather typically begins to sneak up right about now. And when winter weather strikes, it’s time to organize for winter! Personally, the first two places I think of when it comes to winter organizing are the entryway and the car. In this blog post, you'll find tips and tricks on how to organize your entryway for winter, as well as a winter emergency car kit checklist to ensure you're always prepared for the worst of the Canadian winters.
Declutter Like A Pro
It’s not a secret, decluttering is hard, it can be emotionally draining, it sometimes brings up feelings of guilt or it can just feel completely overwhelming. Clutter can make us feel stressed, anxious, and depressed. Research from the United States in 2009, for instance, found the levels of the stress hormone cortisol were higher in mothers whose home environment was cluttered.
45 Things To Declutter Today
Spring has officially sprung and if you’re anything like me, you’re feeling an urge for a fresh start.
My favourite way to start the new season is with a healthy declutter session to let go of the things that are no longer useful in my home. Below you’ll find 45 things to declutter, that are non-emotional and easy to get rid of today!
8 Hard To Organize Spaces Solved
There are certain spaces that almost everyone struggles to keep organized, some are small and contained while others spill over and can add clutter to the whole house. I’m tackling 8 of the most common organizational challenges with practical solutions you can implement today.
Digital Declutter Checklist
It’s the week between Christmas and New Year when we lose track of the date and time and are allowed to spend all day in pajamas relaxing. If you’re anything like me and would prefer a little project to pass your time.