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Many years ago a colleague of mine came to my house to help me create an Aggravation List — anything that bothered me about my home. Then, as we did the walk-through, we addressed what to do about each issue. It’s part of self-care. I use this walk-through method with my organizing clients today. […]
AFTER Photography by Yelena Yahontova, Photographer of Joy OK, you’ve moved and now you face lots of boxes to be unpacked. This blog focuses on your beloved books. Getting started: – Envision the space as you’d like to see and use it. – Be sure you have ample shelving because you’ll need a proper place […]
DIY Organizing and Repurposing Project with Professional Organizer Thalia Poulos
My organizing clients are clearing out their garage before they move. Their donations will come full circle in the community and help a woman get a job. Moving can be quite stressful. Make a list of everything you need to do for your move so it’s not overwhelming. As you check things off the list […]
Still have your Madonna gloves? Four steps to organize your closet: 1. Cull — too much stuff and you can’t find anything to wear: Consign – Donate – Discard 2. Quick fix — Switch to skinny hangers to maximize closet rod space (Joy Mangano makes great ones). If you have items you rarely wear, but must […]
I love mixing metals. This gold table-top is perfect for the retro, stainless Tea Set and cool tray. Organize your day so that you have time to smell the roses by sitting down with a cup of coffee or tea in a beautiful environment. Nature is one of the best places in which to spend […]
You may have something you’re not using and you may say, “One of these days I’m going to paint this.” If that sounds like you, here are some simple painting techniques that anyone can do. Who uses a drafting table anymore? I inherited a cute, old wooden drafting table that was rickety and definitely not […]
My client and I had reorganized her office and closet. We were now going through her lovely bedroom. She was using old plastic produce containers and an empty peanut butter jar for loose change, her watch, and the current nail polish. Why would a woman who lives in a multi-million dollar condo be so “cheap” […]
As an inventor and an avid admirer of all things old (I’m part Historian Organizing Personality Style; part Visual) I was inspired to build my own jewelry organizer. As a professional organizer I love to find ways to “go vertical” with everything to maximize storage space. Here’s how it turned out and how I did […]
Sometimes I think I really can turn anything into a Margarita Bar. What do you have in your garage or basement that could be a fun project for you? Decluttering can be a great adventure. This wood-burning stove was formerly used to heat my studio. The glass insert is a lone window left over from […]