ORGANIZING
Whether you consider yourself a sentimental person or not, you may be surprised at the attachment and connection to a special possession in your home. Over time your appreciation may change as time goes on. We’re sharing a few real examples of sentimental items we’ve encountered as well as some ideas for how to approach them.
Outdoor games, sports equipment, bikes, chalk, bubbles, and water toys are all about providing fun. Storage of and access to these items should be simple and straightforward, how it looks is far less important than how it works for your family and your space. Here are 5 simple solutions for outdoor toy organization.
Before you know it, these chilly days will give way to Spring. Are you ready to open your home to guests, loved ones, or friends this season? Welcoming others into your home doesn’t have to be complicated or intimidating. Here are a few tips to help you prepare before hosting & ways to enjoy a gathering in your home.
For us, it’s not about perfectly color coordinated closets or fancy bins and labels… it’s about tending to what you have. As professional organizers of course we love order and simplicity, but what we hope sets us apart is the way we listen to our clients unique needs/desires/preferences so that we can empower them to actually live well in their home.
Here we are nearing the end of January, and it’s not too late! For what? To make subtle shifts to our systems, tweak your habits, and practice letting go of excess. We can approach this new year with a fresh start while still being kind to ourselves and our homes.
If you are looking for a digital way to organize your brain and keep plans, recipes, lists, etc. in one place - Google Sheets may be a great tool for you! We’re sharing a few ways you can streamline your holiday plans and preparations by utilizing their online collaborative spreadsheets.
As professional organizers, our brains are trained to approach items in groups/categories. So instead of just focusing on sheets or tablecloths separately, we are going to focus on all of your linens with the goal of a seasonal refresh.
If you dread looking in your closet—whether it’s choosing what to wear or putting away clean clothes—this fall is the perfect season to make a change!
We are so excited to share with you today: Narrative Photo Organizing. Trish pours her heart and expertise into helping folks preserve and enjoy a lifetime of memories.
If you’re not heading out of town for a trip during Knox County fall break, you will likely be spending a little more time than normal at home this week. We’ve put together some fun and creative ways to involve your kiddos in the organizing process at home.
I don't know about you but one thing I can really appreciate is a well thought out guest room. It's amazing how the little things can make such a huge difference in whether a stay is memorable in a good way or a bad one. We have come up with a list of our top tips in creating the ideal space for guests and we would love to share them with you.
After you’ve done the work of deciding what items to let go of, it’s important to make a wise decision about where to donate your items. We are always eager to fulfill our clients specific wishes on where certain items are donated, when they have an organization or place in mind. Today we’re sharing a few local donation spots you might not know about!
Whether you have a grand foyer or a tiny little makeshift “mudroom”, the entryway of your home is the very first impression of all who enter it. This space sets the tone for the rest of your home. Here are some tips to use your space well & keep it organized with the right products.
The “right” way to set up a kitchen is to make it functional for YOU and how you use it. When tackling the spices the two key factors are access & visibility so that you can get what you need when you need it. One of the best things we can recommend is investing in uniform containers. This isn’t always required, but will be a huge help if you want to take your spice storage to the next level.
Lauren Wilson, LMSW BA shares her wisdom - The ongoing struggle for peace and order at home is a familiar one. Many of us are feeling swamped by the demands of life and messy homes can be a side effect. There is a connection from our home to the mind and body - a disorganized living space can negatively impact your sense of emotional well-being.
What once carried delicious snacks, meat, cookies, and wine - is now full of thoughtfully selected and folded toddler girl dresses and shoes. Ahhh, the wonder of passed down treasures! The gift of well cared for handmedowns is such a meaningful one.
If getting out the door (with everything you need on time) is a struggle for you, you’re in good company! Our days and lives can be busy and fast paced, so as we approach the “back to school” season and shift to Fall we wanted to share a few ways to help you get out the door.
As our schedules change and the weather slowly cools down, the way we live in our homes shift too. Our wardrobes, meals, daily activities, and routines are all affected. There is something powerful that happens we we pause and look ahead to what is next. We find that there are lots of little ways we can be mindful and prepared for the season ahead.
Maybe it’s just a quick overnight camping trip, or weekend trip to visit a loved one, or a day trip to visit your hometown… whatever it is, we’d encourage you to make it happen. Tips to keep it simple!
Our very own SK, shares her thoughts on living with less… here's the truth: the more stuff we own, the more of our energy it consumes. In most cases, less truly is more—not for aesthetics, but for function, peace of mind, and ease. Let’s walk through a few common spaces in the home where excess tends to sneak in and explore how simplifying can transform your day-to-day experience.
Our point in calling attention to the meaning and implications of this word, is to highlight the reality that whether we like it or not, we are in relationship with our belongings and the way in which they are in order or disordered, affect us in many ways.
Here are our best tips for staying organized on a trip. Whether you're heading out for a weekend getaway or a long international journey, we’re sharing some ways to keep your adventures simple and stress-free.
Summer brings a shift to many of our homes, schedules, and daily lives. Let’s focus on a few areas to prepare for more shared use of some common spaces. Tips for your living room, kitchen, cars, and calendar.
You do not have to redecorate, deep clean, or renovate your home in order to host a lovely gathering in an organized way. We get it - the pressure to want to host well and to present your home at it’s best! The reality is, our homes are where we LIVE and that doesn’t always appear as tidy or organized as we hope.
Whether you are hosting friends over the weekend of family for a longer visit to your home, we’ve put together some tips to help you prepare your home for overnight guests.