Over time it’s easy for our closets to get filled with extraneous items…sometimes items belong elsewhere in our home; sometimes we hold onto items well passed their usefulness. Starting with a detailed organizing and decluttering plan is the most efficient way to get your closets in good working order, so you can find everything you need at a moments notice.
Read MoreCreating the perfect bathroom starts with decluttering and organizing all that lives in that space. Once that is completed, I hope it feels like an oasis for you and that you can truly enjoy a brief respite during the brief moments you’re in the shower each day. Want to go the extra mile to make your bathroom really special? Then consider making these updates:
Read MoreYou’ve taken the time to declutter your bathroom toiletries, you’ve organized them by category, so now what? Now is the perfect time to purchase various bins to help you keep your items organized going forward (or use what you already own). I prefer clear bins if they are going inside cabinets…it’s easier to see what each container is holding. However, for open shelving, I prefer something more decorative. Below are some of my favorite products, many of which I use in my own home. I’ve supplied the links for you to further research the products.
Read MoreIt might be time to part with your favorite lipstick. I know. I know. Don’t hate me for pointing it out. You probably already know that cosmetics have expiration dates, but do we really think about them? Well, let me be the first to tell you that you should! Not only are all those expired products taking up valuable space in your bathroom cabinet or makeup bag; using old makeup can actually result in nasty skin and eye irritations. Yes, it’s so easy to keep makeup, toiletries, and grooming tools long after their expiration dates. We are all guilty of it. But it’s time to make a change that will benefit your body.
Read MoreWhether you are moving because of a job relocation, to be closer to family, or are downsizing, planning ahead can make the entire moving process run smoothly. Fortunately, Living. Simplified. has plenty of tips to make the process easier for you!
Read MoreWhether you are moving because of a new job, to be near family, because your kids are grown and you want to downsize to a smaller home, or if you are moving into a retirement community, setting up a few guidelines at the start will help you to have an organized move.
Read MorePacking your home and all its 300,000 items (that’s the average number of items in a home!) doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Follow these helpful tips from Living. Simplified. tips on how to plan an organized move and declutter items before you pack, and you’ll be unpacked and organized in no time! Better yet, you won’t pay to move items that you don’t actually need. If you need help deciding what to take with you when you move (and especially when you downsize!), get in touch. We’re here to help!
Read MoreIn the final installment in the series, Benefits to an Organized Home, we give you a quick list of additional benefits to having an organized home.
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