At this time of year most people are trying to keep their heads above water.  The TV airwaves and newspapers are full of ways to celebrate.  What if we did something a bit radical?  What if we looked beyond the holiday and found a few ways to save time, space, energy and money before the clock strikes More...]]> Monday, 13 Dec 2010 12:00:00 http://www.closetfactory.com/article/The-Organized-Way-to-Entertain-at-Home.html

For too many of us throwing a party is just that … throwing a number of elements against the proverbial wall and hoping enough of them stick to make the party a success.  Let’s not, as they say, go there. Take a few minutes to answer some questions in your Zen Organizing Journal.

• Do you like to entertain? If the response More...]]> Monday, 29 Nov 2010 10:00:00 http://www.closetfactory.com/article/Skeletons-In-Your-Closet.html What skeltons are in your closet? I’m not talking about secrets from your past, but really skeletons that you may have with your Halloween decorations! And for that matter, how about candles and wreaths, or that punch bowl you need for the holiday party? Storage areas like attics, basements and garages are sometimes the most disorganized areas of our homes. Why? Because it’s easy to shove things there and not think about them for a whole year.

  Here are some simple tips for More...]]> Thursday, 21 Oct 2010 09:00:00 http://www.closetfactory.com/article/The-Guest-Room.html If you’re lucky enough to have a guest room, you’ll want to take some time to make your guests feel welcome. Now that seems like a no brainer, doesn’t it? You’d be surprised!  Here’s what I find in most guest rooms I’m asked to organize:

  • The room has become a dumping ground for items no one in the family uses but can’t seem to part with like outdated office equipment, toys and clothing.
  • Someone had the brilliant idea of a More...]]> Friday, 01 Oct 2010 10:00:00 http://www.closetfactory.com/article/Breathe-a-little-New-Life-Into-Your-Home-with-C.P.R..html I teach clients to use my CPR process, which is an acronym for: Categorize, Purge and Re arrange.  So many times I have met with clients who know what needs to be done, but they just don’t know how to go about organizing in their home. Sounds simple enough, but you wouldn’t believe how many people start by re arranging or buying containers before they have categorized and purged. Whether it’s a closet, More...]]> Friday, 10 Sep 2010 14:00:00 http://www.closetfactory.com/article/Finding-Room-and-Remembering-The-Small-Things.html The ancient Chinese ‘art of placement,’ known as Feng Shui, teaches that if you wish to move to a better place, neighborhood or situation, show respect and give attention to your current residence.  You are demonstrating the care you will provide the new residence you’re seeking. You are also showing respect for the person who will take over your current home. Perhaps this idea will inspire you, should you be feeling overwhelmed by the prospect of a move.

    Not ev More...]]> Monday, 16 Aug 2010 09:00:00 http://www.closetfactory.com/article/Tips-for-Keeping-Your-Children-Organized.html Summer is just about over, and the new school year is about to begin, so take some time now to help your children get organized. Transition times are a great reminder to do some cleaning out & organizing. Just as the change in seasons reminds us to switch our clothes, the end or beginning of a school year is a great reminder to organize all those categories that go along with having children.

    1. Whether you collect school papers in a bin, a drawer, a cabinet or all over your h More...]]> Thursday, 12 Aug 2010 11:00:00 http://www.closetfactory.com/article/Clutter-Isn't-Attractive.html Stay Connected To Closet Factory:

        

       In a Stay Connected To Closet Factory: More...]]> Monday, 02 Aug 2010 11:00:00 http://www.closetfactory.com/article/Make-Friends-With-Your-Budget.html Tell me the truth.  What did you think the ‘B’ word was? I’m going to bet you came up with the word for a female dog, right?  Well, for our purposes, the ‘B’ word is Budget! It may not offend people but it certainly does strike fear in the heart.  It’s too bad really.  A budget isn’t a document that guarantees you will never, ever again have a good time because you are now living like Scrooge himself.  It does mean that you ca More...]]> Monday, 14 Jun 2010 14:00:00 http://www.closetfactory.com/article/A-Fresh-Start-This-Spring.html The first days of spring each year finds us filled with hope for positive change.  A wonderful way to mark the passage is to bring order to your clothes closet.  If you get dressed with ease all year, you will save time and energy.  You will also save money.  How?  When you see those beautiful black pants in the boutique window, you won't be tempted to buy them.  You will remember you already have 3 pairs at home.  

       Here are some tips More...]]> Wednesday, 21 Apr 2010 10:00:00 http://www.closetfactory.com/article/Ten-Great-Tips-for-Keeping-Your-Closet-Organized!.html My Ten Essential Closet Maintenance Habits

       1. Stop and hang things up regularly.
       2. Put your shoes away each day.
       3. Have a regular “hanger rotation process” back and forth to the utility room.
       4. Fold and put away all of your clothing after washing.
       5. Straighten and refold stacks as needed.
       6. Straighten and arrange drawers as needed.
       7. Have a designated place to c More...]]> Friday, 16 Apr 2010 14:00:00