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Professional Organizing vs. DIY: How to Know Which One You Need
If you’ve ever stood in the middle of a cluttered room and thought, “I should really deal with this,” you’re not alone. The big question most people face next is whether to tackle the project themselves or bring in a professional organizer. Both options have their place. The key is knowing which one makes sense for your situation . This guide breaks it down so you can make a confident, stress-free decision. What DIY Organizing Looks Like DIY organizing means you take the lea

Kat Farrior
Jan 24


The Closet Donate Bin: Your Secret Weapon for Effortless Decluttering
Decluttering doesn’t have to be a massive, overwhelming event that takes up your entire weekend. One of the easiest ways to keep clutter in check is by creating a simple donate bin right in your closet, laundry room, or any space you frequently use. Why a Donate Bin Works Having a dedicated spot for items you no longer need makes parting with them a whole lot easier. Instead of letting clothes that don’t fit or items you no longer use hang around “just in case,” you can drop

Kat Farrior
Aug 4, 2025


Mastering Art & Craft Supply Organization
Whether you’re a professional artist, a weekend crafter, or a parent with a house full of glitter and glue sticks, art and craft supplies have a way of multiplying, and migrating. Markers end up in the kitchen drawer, washi tape hides behind books, and suddenly you’re rebuying things you already own because they’ve gone MIA. An organized creative space isn’t just pretty, it’s functional, inspiring, and can actually help boost your productivity. Here’s how to get your art and

Kat Farrior
Jun 4, 2025


Organizing Your Green Thumb: Keeping Your Gardening Supplies Tidy
Gardening is a labor of love—there’s nothing quite like watching your plants thrive under your care. But let’s be honest, a cluttered gardening space can turn that peaceful hobby into a stressful scavenger hunt. If you’ve ever spent 15 minutes searching for your trowel, only to find it buried under a pile of mismatched gloves, it’s time to get organized. A tidy gardening setup not only saves time but also extends the life of your tools and makes tending to your plants even mo

Lauren Barron
Apr 3, 2025


Spring Cleaning Checklist: A Professional Organizer’s Guide to Tidying Up Your Home
Spring has almost arrived, bringing with it the perfect opportunity to refresh and revitalize our living spaces. As we open our windows to welcome the fresh air, we may also notice the accumulation of clutter and dust that winter left behind. However, with a structured plan—and perhaps a boost of caffeine—you can efficiently tackle your spring cleaning and organization with ease. General Spring Cleaning Tips Before we dive into specific rooms, here are a few pro tips to make

Lauren Barron
Mar 12, 2025


Organizing for Two: Merging Belongings with Your Significant Other
So, you’ve decided to take the big step—moving in together! Congratulations! You’re about to embark on an exciting journey filled with cozy movie nights, shared grocery lists, and the occasional (but totally manageable) disagreement over whose couch makes the final cut. Merging households is a milestone, but it’s also a challenge. Suddenly, you have double the furniture, twice the kitchen gadgets, and two wildly different opinions on what constitutes "must-keep" versus "must-

Lauren Barron
Feb 9, 2025


Closet Cleanouts Made Easy: How to Declutter Without Regrets
Ah, the closet: a magical place where we stash everything from our favorite outfits to those "what was I thinking" impulse buys. It’s...

Lauren Barron
Feb 4, 2025


Kickstart Your Home Organization Journey in 2025: Top 6 Areas of Your Home to Declutter First
Ah, January! The time of year when we all resolve to drink more water, exercise regularly, and, of course, tackle the clutter that mysteriously multiplied over the holidays. If you’ve decided that 2025 is your year to finally get your home organized, you’re in good company. Decluttering not only makes your space look fabulous but also helps reduce stress and improve productivity. Let’s dive into the top areas of your home to declutter first. 1. The Kitchen: Where Chaos Cooks

Lauren Barron
Jan 23, 2025


How to Create an Organized and Functional Guest Room for Holiday Visitors
The holiday season is here, and with it comes the joy (and occasional stress) of hosting family and friends. If your guest room currently...

Lauren Barron
Dec 15, 2024


Organizing Your Entryway: Essential Tips for a Welcoming and Functional Space
Your entryway is the first impression guests get when they step into your home. Is it a friendly welcome, or does it look like you barely made it out the door this morning? The truth is, the entryway often ends up as a catch-all for shoes, jackets, bags, and more, turning a space meant to welcome people into one that just feels chaotic. But with a few simple organizing tips, you can transform your entryway into a functional, inviting space that sets a positive tone for your e

Lauren Barron
Nov 21, 2024


Steps to Declutter and Organize Your Home: How to Use Marie Kondo’s Method to Transform Your Home
If you’re looking to create a peaceful, joyful space, Marie Kondo’s decluttering method, also known as the KonMari Method , might be just what you need! Famous for asking us to keep only what “sparks joy,” Marie Kondo’s approach goes beyond simple tidying and dives into a mindful approach to organization that can transform any room in your home. In this post, we’ll break down the key principles of the KonMari Method, from organizing by category to mastering the art of folding

Lauren Barron
Nov 3, 2024


10 Organizing Projects You Can Complete Over the Weekend
Looking for a home project to conquer the upcoming weekend? You know, those two days where think we can take care of all the items on our...

Lauren Barron
Oct 14, 2024


Preparing Your Home for a New Baby: An Organizer’s Guide
Welcoming a new baby into your home is a thrilling and life-changing experience. While there's plenty of excitement surrounding the...

Lauren Barron
Sep 7, 2024


6 Tips to Organize Your Closet and Maximize Your Space
Is your closet bursting at the seams, leaving you to sift through piles of clothes and accessories every morning? An organized closet not...

Lauren Barron
Aug 30, 2024


How to Organize Your Mail
Got mail? We are all about starting fresh this month as a new year has just begun. Many of us have put away the holiday decorations (no shame if you haven’t!) and are enjoying the clean, clutter-free spaces in our homes. But one place that can often accumulate junk is the mailbox, and today we want to help you learn how to reduce unwanted mail and organize the important stuff. Let’s go! It’s important to set up a structure for incoming mail, including a location where you o

Delaney Nicodemus
Jan 26, 2024


The Perfect Coffee Station
Are you coffee-obsessed? Or always looking for that daily caffeinated pick-me-up? A few weeks ago, we helped you put together the perfect home bar. But if alcohol isn't really your thing, a coffee bar may be the perfect addition to your home! Coffee bars take up a lot less space than an actual home bar, and, if you're an avid coffee drinker, you already have everything you need! A coffee station puts all of your coffee-making supplies in one convenient area and can make your

Leila Williams
Mar 30, 2022


Preparing Your Home for Guests
With family-oriented holidays coming up in the next few weeks, you may be getting excited and ready to see family and celebrate the...

Leila Williams
Mar 23, 2022


Tips and Benefits of Meal Prepping to an Organized Fridge
Meal prepping is the act of preparing a meal or recipe, then portioning it out to create grab-and-go meals for later. While cooking for...

Leila Williams
Jan 19, 2022


Organizing Beauty Products
With the holiday season slowly wrapping up, many of you have probably spent a decent amount of time with family or at holiday parties and events. When you are in a time crunch, it can be frustrating to sift through an overflowing makeup bag or drawer full of products that you don't even use. I'm sure everyone who wears makeup understands the constant struggle of keeping their products tidy. Creating an organized setup where every item from your makeup armory has a place can s

Leila Williams
Dec 29, 2021


How to Organize Apps on Your Phone
Do you ever find yourself being overwhelmed by your phone’s home screen or take forever to find the one app that you are looking for?...

Leila Williams
Dec 7, 2021
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