It is back to school time and it is time to unclutter! But what does that really mean and how do you lead by example when it comes to organizing a child’s room? Professional Organizer Autumn Leopold of Smart-Happy-Organized shares some of her favorite tips: 10 Lessons for Parents and Kids When I hear the word clutter, I think of an endless process and the...
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Moving a child into a dorm takes a lot of organizing! You forget how many things you use on a daily basis and take for granted having at home. Not only is the packing process important, organizing in typically small spaces takes some creativity. Here are several key tips for packing and staying organized all year: Cleaning out the childhood-treasures Geralin Thomas, a Professional Organizer...
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Kathy Jenkins joins Paige Trevor for this article published on Washington Parent {dot} com. Parents tend to see most aspects of child rearing as a matter of getting our words right. In order to teach our kids how to do everything from dressing themselves to packing their backpacks to cleaning their rooms, we talk… < READ MORE > Preparing for a new school year is...
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This may surprise you… but, clutter creates chaos in our lives! Are you surprised? It’s so true! Keeping stuff around that we don’t need or don’t use impacts both our personal sanity, relationships, resources and the world around us. Look at this list written by designer Christopher Thomas: Do you relate to that list? There are many things that we could all do without!...
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“If you have stuff all over your bedroom floor, don’t expect your kids to understand why you are insisting that their floor be clean.” Kathy Jenkins Minimizing kid clothing chaos isn’t about spending a fortune on new furniture or a custom closet. It’s about getting your youngster to buy in. Before shopping for new organizers, Jenkins recommends doing a thorough evaluation of your child’s...
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Over the years, the GoodBudget app is an easy envelope budget aid that has helped thousands of people stick to a budget by saving for big expenses, sharing budgets with the people who matter most (cloud sync-enabled apps) and creating a budget that actually works. HOW IT WORKS With the foundation of the time-tested envelope budgeting system, the Goodbudget app for Android and iPhone...
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Are you looking for something to help simplify your laundry routine? We have just the thing for you!! The Whitmor Easycare Double Hamper – it’s chic enough for any room of your home and makes laundry organization easier than ever before. This hamper’s lightweight aluminum frame is complemented by a heavy duty polyester bag with laminated vinyl interior. It is easy to clean and sturdy...
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Do you have a couple of minutes to accomplish a simple task that will make a difference in your kitchen? Instead of organizing a whole pantry, concentrate just on your spices… whether they are in your cabinets or in a pantry use the same process: Take all your spices out. Check expiration dates. Throw out all expired spices. Write the date of purchase or expiration...
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As we approach Spring, it is the perfect time to bring up STRESS MANAGEMENT! Spring is a busy time of year – new sports are beginning, the school year is beginning to wind down, not to mention… spring cleaning. Spring is a time of change – change doesn’t usually bring a sense of peace and relaxation to most of us. Change can often create emotional...
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It is almost spring and we have a treat for you!! Better Home and Garden’s latest Secrets of Getting Organized magazine is on newsstands until June 1st! Secrets of Getting Organized digs into the step-by-step process behind getting organized. Each issue features advice from published organization experts that includes tips and techniques to help you cut clutter, create manageable filing systems, and improve your home’s...
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