Category Archives: Containers

 

Tool Caddy

Posted on January 5, 2012 by Rebecca Childs

You may not be Mike Holmes, but whether you own or rent, you surely use some tools now and then! A great way to have what you need, where and when you need it, is to set up a tool read more

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Kids’ Closets

Posted on December 14, 2011 by Rebecca Childs

One of the changes I often recommend in a home with children, is to remove the closet doors in the kids’ rooms. More often than not, children either never close their closet doors, or they simply can’t (and therefore don’t) read more

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Jewellery Drawer

Posted on December 10, 2011 by Rebecca Childs

Many of my clients have lots of great necklaces, bracelets, and earrings, but find them hard to store effectively. The worst part is that when you can’t see what jewellery you have, you don’t wear it! Display racks can be read more

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Finding a Home

Posted on November 6, 2011 by Rebecca Childs

Continuing the series on how to get organized… In my last post I discussed the “Purge” step that comes first when you begin an organizing project. No matter what space you want to organize, once the sorting and purging is read more

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Better Board Game Storage

Posted on October 11, 2011 by Rebecca Childs

Board games aren’t much fun if the pieces are missing, but keeping the boxes for games in spill-free condition is also a challenge. Keep your supply of games and puzzles organized and ready for the fun. Use zipper seal bags read more

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Refresh Your Space

Posted on October 4, 2011 by Rebecca Childs

When organizing a specific area, such as a closet, dresser drawer, or bathroom countertop, don’t forget to take time to refresh the space. Follow these steps to help ensure that the space is clean and ready for your organizational plan.

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Make Gift Giving Easier

Posted on October 1, 2011 by Rebecca Childs

Whether it is the holidays, a special birthday, a bridal or baby shower, there seem to always be gifts to be wrapped. Make the giving easier by organizing a simple, effective gift wrapping station:

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Watch Your Step

Posted on July 30, 2011 by Rebecca Childs

Shoes bring with them telltale signs of exactly where we have been, tracking in dirt, debris, and germs, and are often kicked off tired toes as we arrive home at the end of the day. When shoes aren’t on your read more

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Containing Clutter

Posted on June 4, 2011 by Rebecca Childs

Clutter often comes from having no clear place for a specific item, such as no spot to put gently used gift bags or extra birthday party supplies. Take some time to assess which items seem to be consistently out of read more

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Picture This!

Posted on May 26, 2011 by Rebecca Childs

Some of the most treasured items can be the most difficult to organize. When it comes to photographs, whether prints, negatives, or digital files, it is essential to have a system in place for organizing the captured memories.

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