08, May 2017
If you’re someone who wears gold jewelry, chances are you have a stash of miscellaneous gold items in your drawers or jewelry box collecting dust. They may be random broken pieces, single earrings or just pieces you no longer wear. Well, they are worth taking a look at! Valuable pieces… Read more
24, Mar 2017
If you missed my CBC BC Almanac radio segment, here are some tips I shared on how to begin spring cleaning or, as I prefer to call it, “Spring Clearing.” 1. Determine Your Spring Cleaning Goal Decide why you want to clear before you begin your task. You will be… Read more
21, Mar 2017
Did you know studies show a clean and tidy home makes people happier? It’s true! It can be overwhelming to tackle cleaning every room in your home at once. But spring cleaning your kitchen is always a good idea. As one of the most used rooms in your home, the… Read more
30, Dec 2016
If you missed my Breakfast Television Vancouver segment, please read on. Here are some tips and tricks on how you can make the take-down of your Holiday decorations easier (and next year’s set-up a breeze!). Wrapping Paper When storing your wrapping paper, avoid those loose and tattered edges on your… Read more
14, Dec 2016
If you have children or visit houses with children, you know how toys can take over living spaces. Stuffed animals, games, musical instruments… wow, there can be a lot of toys. As an adult, you don’t necessarily want to banish children from a formal living room, but you do want… Read more
25, Nov 2016
I have helped many clients move over the years and I’ve always been impressed with those who have dedicated containers for their holiday decorations. Seasonal decorations can often be cumbersome to move and store. As well, many of these items are often delicate, so you worry about packaging. Homemade storage… Read more
14, Nov 2016
If you find yourself more stressed than cheerful during the holidays, you’re not alone. Christmas and New Year celebrations come with a lot of expectations. Invitations are likely piled on from friends, family, and business associates. If you know you will have a lot on your plate this year, what… Read more
17, Oct 2016
While clearing your closet is very important, it’s also necessary to be socially responsible. The Out of Chaos team and I make every effort to ensure unwanted clothing items have a second life in some form. When dealing with clothes, what sustainable choices can you make? Don’t Throw Unwanted Clothing in… Read more
22, Aug 2016
Dreaming of neatly folded clothes, a made bed and a clean floor? Well, kids are not organized by nature. Keeping children’s rooms organized can be a challenge. It’s up to adults to create systems that will eventually become habits for children. Here are some simple tools and tricks that can… Read more
30, Jul 2016
In case you missed our segment on Breakfast TV, on Organizing Hacks, read on for some good tips. Bread clips, toilet paper rolls, tissue boxes… we all have them, so put them to good use. Here are a few simple household items that you can re-purpose to help you organize your home… Read more
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