Home Organizing

In the Mood for Spring Cleaning with CBC – BC Today

23, Mar 2023

I was happy to discuss getting in the mood for spring cleaning with Michelle Eliot on BC Today. We talked about how the warm weather and sunshine inspire our spring-cleaning efforts. At this time of the year, we’re coming out of the depths of winter’s cold weather. When we look… Read more

Minimalism vs Maximalism

13, Mar 2023

According to research, clearing clutter from your home and work environment improves focus and productivity. That’s why I was surprised by some articles and trends in the news promoting the benefits of clutter. However, if you read between the lines, they are talking about the desire to keep their stuff…. Read more

How to Organize Pokémon Cards

13, Feb 2023

I often discover trading card collections when I help families organize their homes. Children amass them to trade with their friends, and parents frequently roll their eyes at these messy piles of cards. However, there are benefits to card collections. Gaming cards can boost reading skills and memory retention and… Read more

23 Things to Declutter This Year

09, Jan 2023

I’m starting this year with a quick little post with a list of things you can declutter this year. Although I say, “toss it” and “throw it in the trash,” I don’t want you to send everything to the landfill. Please take the time to dispose of your items responsibly…. Read more

How to Build a Grocery List

07, Nov 2022

Food is more expensive than ever, so organizing your shopping and buying only what you need is essential. Overbuying leads to waste; not buying enough means you make more trips to the store and not necessarily get the best price. Here are some tips on building a grocery list to… Read more

Organizing Your Book Collection

10, Oct 2022

We worked with a client recently to pack their book collection for an international move. It got me thinking about collecting, caring for, and organizing your personal library. Owning vs Collecting I remembered an article from a few years ago that states, “…labelling a group of similar items a ‘collection’… Read more

Reorganizing Your College Student’s Bedroom

12, Sep 2022

Your child is off to college. It can be tempting to rush into their empty bedroom and declutter, organize, and redecorate. Although I love to help clients get their homes in order, I’m going to ask you to pause on reorganizing your college student’s bedroom. Emotional Connection There are many… Read more

Am I a Hoarder?

11, Jul 2022

I always smile when clients ask me, “Am I a hoarder?” As a Professional Organizer, I’ve been in many homes and offices and helped a wide range of people with their spaces. And while it’s true that many people have a lot of unnecessary stuff they hold on to, a… Read more

How to Break the Clutter-Stress Cycle

13, Jun 2022

Everyone from the Canadian Association of Mental Health to the Mayo Clinic suggests that decluttering and organizing your home reduces stress and improves well-being. Maybe you have tried to declutter and organize, but you just can’t seem to make any headway. You have read books, magazines, and blog posts and… Read more

Have a Decluttering Party

09, May 2022

Have a Decluttering Party I’ll admit it – I’m an extravert. I love socializing, so I’m always looking for ways to help fellow extroverts declutter and interact with others in an enjoyable way. If you identify with this, a decluttering party might be for you. What is a Decluttering Party?… Read more