The kitchen is where you prepare meals to feed yourself and your family. It can be a catch-all for everything and the central hub for parties and family gatherings. Keeping your kitchen organized can be a challenge. We suggest using containers and zoning to curb your kitchen chaos. Cooking becomes… Read more
Tips for Organizing Clutter and Much More
Standing Desks: A Case Study
There appears to be a movement towards standing desks vs your traditional sit-down desks. But is this all hype, or is there substance to this movement? Standing desks have existed for centuries; notable users include Thomas Jefferson and Winston Churchill. Researchers are finding out that sitting might be too much… Read more
Labelling Limbo
We learned how important labelling was in kindergarten when teachers labelled our cubicles in the cloakroom. We would leave our coat, hat, and mittens in the designated spot with our name on it. You would not dream of placing your coat in someone else’s spot. But why do adults dread… Read more
Three Fixes to Your Cluttered Entryway
The entryway is the one area in every home that gets messy easily. It’s the passage for every family member coming in, putting their things down and cluttering what is often already a very congested area. The three fixes for your cluttered entryway problems are: Hanging Space for Coats Shoe… Read more
How to Organize Your Bedroom Clothing
Here in Vancouver, apartments appear to be getting smaller and smaller (or perhaps, you are gathering more and more stuff?). Master bedrooms are tiny, and to organize your bedroom clothing is a struggle. Here are a few tips & tricks to best manage the available space you live in. Maximize… Read more
Downsizing Using Online Auctions
Whether you’re clearing an estate, relocating, or wanting to clear out household items, downsizing using online auctions makes it easy. Downsizing Scenarios Empty-nesters moving to a smaller house or condo. Selling or renting a home of a parent who is suffering serious illness or has passed away. Seniors who can… Read more
Kitchen and Pantry Organizing Tips and Products
Creating a kitchen and pantry that are tidy and organized requires time, the right products and some know-how. Here are some clutter tips from ShelfGenie®. How to make the best of your kitchen working and storage spaces Put your most frequently used items in the easiest-to-reach locations. Organize your kitchen… Read more
How to Manage the Influx of Information
Overwhelmed by the constant influx of information into your office? The one thing you can’t change is that information will continue to come in, but you can take charge of how you manage what flows in and where it lands. (Watch the video here.) Information comes in many forms, each… Read more
Top 3 Tips on Organizing Your Clothes Closet
Keeping your clothes closet organized seems to be a never-ending task. While continuous editing to control volume helps you to maintain your space, there are three important tips to keep top of mind to maximize the space and help you find what you need, when you need it. Here at… Read more
Declutter Your Home For the Holidays – Last Minute Tips
The holidays are here, and even though it’s supposed to be a relaxing and enjoyable time, many hosts experience stress about having guests over. Declutter your home for the holidays by focusing on these five main areas to have a stress-free experience and enjoy your guests’ company! The Entryway Remove… Read more