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The holidays do not always have to mean shopping bags and wrapping paper. In fact, some of the most memorable gifts aren’t things you can put in a box at all. If you’re ready to skip the clutter and give something more meaningful, here are a few ideas.
Tag: Home Organization
Nine Items You Are Permitted to Discard
If you’re human and not a bot crawling the Internet looking for blog posts about home organizing, you understand you have stuff that you don’t need but, for reasons of sentimentality or nonchalance, just never tossed. Here are some examples of those items, which you now have my “permission” to trash or recycle.
Easy Ways to Organize Your Kitchen Counter
Let’s be real—kitchen counters have a way of becoming a magnet for clutter. Between the coffee maker, toaster, mail pile, and that one mystery container that’s been sitting there for a week (Oops!), things can spiral out of control fast. But don’t worry, I have got some simple tricks to reclaim your counter space without losing your mind.
Swedish Death Cleaning: Declutter Like You Are Dying (But in a Good Way)
Swedish Death Cleaning—yeah, it sounds dramatic but hear me out. It’s not about being morbid; it’s about making life easier for yourself and your loved ones. The idea, called döstädning in Swedish, is simple: you go through your stuff, keep what you need or love, and get rid of the junk before someone else must do it when you are gone.
The A-Z Guide for Quick Decluttering
Sometimes when we get overwhelmed but are still motivated to declutter our space, a little guidance is appreciated. You’re welcome!
Tips for Keeping Jigsaw Puzzles from Taking Over Your Home
This time of year, many of us like to relax by staying indoors, avoiding bad weather, drivers who cannot navigate wintery roads, and people spreading flu and other upper respiratory viruses.
Ten Tips for Coping with the Winter Doldrums
The winter doldrums, often caused by shorter days, colder weather, and reduced sunlight, can affect mood and energy levels. Here are some strategies to help you stay positive and energized during the winter months:
No-Buy 2025
The no-buy trend is having a resurgence due to a combination of environmental concerns (carbon emissions), economic pressures (inflation, credit card debt), and the “I have too much stuff” syndrome.
Get Your Home in Order – Step 3 (Final Step)
We are now on our third and final step!
Looking back at the list you began in step one, pick one project for each month and schedule it in your calendar.
Get Your Home in Order – Step Two
Picking up from my previous blog, New Resolutions: Get Your Home in Order, we will begin step two of our project.
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