Have you seen it yet? …the dreaded back-to-school list. The list of supplies can seem endless and expensive. So, to get you off on the right foot to a new school year, let’s look at some good strategies for a productive, organized smart back-to-school shopping trip! Getting schooled in organization… The most important suggestion for getting organized and stocked up on basics for your child’s...
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If you are not organized, being flexible is probably a great skill to have – stepping over papers, jumping over laundry. But, we are not talking about being physically flexible – although, there are advantages to that too. Life is about living and being organized helps you live life with less chaos. Apply these same ideas shared by blogger Stepfanie Romine to your home and...
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It turns out that an empty sun glass case (like the one that wasn’t holding my glasses) is the perfect vessel for keeping small cords untangled inside a messenger bag or purse. If you remember our post on the science behind tangled cords, you know that restricting movement is a great way to prevent messy tangles in your cables and cords. While you can spend a little...
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When you visit decorating blogs or Pinterest boards, it is easy to find dreamy mudrooms. But, how many of us have the spaces or create a well-functioning mudroom or entry space? Creating a clever space for keys, backpacks, jackets, shoes and boots, that also allows easy access in and out of your home is as simple as applying these ideas. What are some common ideas...
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This Old House magazine asked professional organizers for strategies that help them conquer clutter in their own homes. From bath to kitchen, entryway to bedroom, Kathy Jenkins shares some of her secrets. Tips and advice that will help you streamline your home, your stuff and your schedule. Try these simple quick fixes and get organized! You will soon find peace of mind… and have a...
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I’m sure you have heard the expression, “behind closed doors”. But, what about “behind closed drawers”? There are probably many similarities… you can’t see what you’ve stuffed in there and what happens inside those drawers typically doesn’t come out! So, how do you organize dresser drawers so they function efficiently? Begin by creating labels for the sort piles that you are going to create. Just...
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I want you to try something… walk through your front door like it is the first time you are stepping into your home. What is your impression? Is your home open and inviting? Does being in your entryway or foyer make you feel like receiving (or giving) a warm handshake or welcoming hug? Because you pass through this space in your home several times each day, your...
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Good Foods Grocery | Gayton Crossing Resource Room THURSDAY, MAY 8—6:30PM-7:30PM Not feeling like time is on your side? Too much to do and not enough time? Certified Professional Organizer Kathy Jenkins will share with you a new perspective on how to view time. Learn time management basics, how to manage distractions and interruptions, and how to juggle all that you have to do. We...
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October 2013 – Kathy is featured in the October 14th edition of Woman’s World magazine. Grab a copy of the magazine and check out her clutter-busting tip. Kathy Jenkins is the President of Come To Order, a Certified Professional Organizer®, Student Organizer, Certified Family Manager Coach, Writer and Speaker based in Richmond, Virginia. She is a member of NAPO and ICD and is dedicated to...
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