http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogList.asp?sort=organizer&schedule=36 You've come to this blog for a reason. Perhaps your home office is a disaster area, and you've misplaced bills or other important papers. Maybe your kids' rooms are so full of toys that you can no longer walk. Maybe the last time you parked your car in the garage was in 1977. Perhaps you've given up hope of ever finding anything in your chaotic basement. And just thinking about tackling these jobs by yourself gives you major stress and concern. Well you've come to the right place! We're here to give you tips, articles, ideas about organizing your home!! Sun, 28 Sep 2008 10:45:13 EST en-us http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=1883 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=1883 Sun, 28 Sep 2008 10:00:00 EST Recent statistics reveal that the average executive wastes 150 hours per year searching for lost documents. One in 20 documents is lost and never recovered. Whether it is at home or at your office your desk is the hub of your daily activities. But it also becomes a dumping ground as well. Littered with all kinds of paper, mementos and personal items, it resembles chaos, not order. Here are 10 tips to help you organize your office!! 1. Everything needs a ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=1786 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=1786 Sun, 24 Aug 2008 10:00:00 EST School is right around the corner--here are some tips to do this week!! 1 week before school starts: Craft your morning, after school and evening routines. If your kids bring their lunch from home, set up a lunch-packing station in the kitchen. Stock the area with all the supplies that you will need such as storage bags, plastic containers and napkins to write notes on. Set up an "education station" - the place where your kids will do homework. ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=1785 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=1785 Sun, 17 Aug 2008 10:00:00 EST School is right around the corner--here are some tips to do this week!! 2 weeks before school starts: With so many activities and meetings lumped in at the start of the year, make sure that you have a family calendar. This can be a planner that you carry with you, an online calendar (we use Cozi.com) that you can add to from work or home or even a big wall calendar. Whether your child wears a uniform or t-shirt to school, make sure that their ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=1615 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=1615 Sun, 1 Jun 2008 10:00:00 EST send mosquitos packing If lately your family's been feeling like an all-you-can- eat buffet for mosquitoes, you're not alone: This year's generally warmer weather caused skeeter season to kick in around a month ahead of schedule. But for those who'd like to avoid spraying down the kids with DEET, there's an easy, natural way to repel the West Nile-virus-spreading creeps... The Bug Bam wristband works the same ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=1552 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=1552 Sun, 18 May 2008 10:00:00 EST One of the most important things to do is to get rid of clutter so that the prospective buyers can imagine themselves and their belongings in the house. Now, head to the closets, which clutter often festers. I'm talking about extra clothes and shoes – things you rarely wear but cannot bear to be without. Do without these items for a couple of months by putting them in a box, because these items can make your closets look "crammed full." Sometimes there are shoeboxes full of ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=1551 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=1551 Sun, 11 May 2008 10:00:00 EST In this sluggish real estate market, home sellers need to take any advantage they can. One of the most important things to do is to get rid of clutter so that the prospective buyers can imagine themselves and their belongings in the house. It also creates the illusion of a more spacious home. This can help the home sell more quickly and may even bring in a higher sales price. But this is often no easy task for most people, as they are often emotionally ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=1360 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=1360 Sun, 27 Apr 2008 10:00:00 EST Part 2-- Top 10 Tips for Spring Organzing!! ELIMINATE DISTRACTIONS. Turn off the TV while you're cleaning and organizing, and let your answering machine field your calls. If a friend stops by while you're working, simply tell him/her that you've scheduled this time for spring cleaning. He or she is free to stay, as long as you could continue working. Perhaps, you might even get some help. If not, tell your friend you'll stop by his or her house later on when ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=1359 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=1359 Sun, 20 Apr 2008 10:00:00 EST PART 1 Along with Spring comes thoughts of crisp, fresh air, newly budding flowers, singing birds and a sense of renewal. Getting organized and doing a bit of spring cleaning, helps to bring that wonderful fresh feeling into your home and office. Here are 10 tips to help you start the season off right. ASSIGN YOURSELF A DIFFERENT TASK FOR EACH DAY. Make yourself a schedule that is comprised of one hour and one task each day. Your schedule may look something like this: ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=1332 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=1332 Sun, 13 Apr 2008 10:00:00 EST Want your place to feel fresh--here are some tips for you to do this weekend!! · Do a fridge and freezer clear out—get rid of that stuff that's been there for years · Get rid of those grungy sponges and get fresh cheerful color ones · Self clean the oven · Wash you mattress pad, pillows, bath mats and shower curtain · Replace your toothbrush · ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=1255 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=1255 Sun, 23 Mar 2008 10:00:00 EST Need help with your kids and organzing your family--Here are 2 great sites that have been awesome!! MY REWARD BOARD is a site that you can go on and download a 14 day trial or just purchase the system for $20. I have a 10 year old and a 7 year old. The 10 year old was not into this but my 7 year old it REALLY REALLY into it. It's basically a place where you can put down the chores, etc that your kids should do and each time they do it they get points. The person that designed this ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=1222 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=1222 Sun, 16 Mar 2008 10:00:00 EST what do you do with all those old pill bottles? The first step is to peel off all of the label that you can then soak them in hot soapy water to remove the remainder of the sticker and any residue that may be left from the pills. Rinse and dry before using. Some people are a little hesitant to use the bottles if they have kids because they want them to know they are off limits. I think it's more important to teach the kids to never touch or eat ANYTHING without asking when they are small, ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=1186 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=1186 Sun, 9 Mar 2008 10:00:00 EST Did you forward your clocks 1 hour on Saturday night? Are you getting money back from Uncle Sam this year? Are you getting the additional tax credit rebate? Maybe its time to de-clutter your space! Free Online Tracking of All Your Donation Values Take all the guess work out of your donation values. Intuit now has a FREE online program that will provide a valuation of all your donation items. 1. Make an inventory sheet of all your donation items. 2. Take a picture of your ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=1147 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=1147 Sun, 2 Mar 2008 10:00:00 EST We live in a super-sized world where we can go to Costco and buy a ten year's supply of mayonnaise for $5. Our mailbox is filled to capacity every day, we buy more and more toys for our kids, we go to Target to buy still more super-sized items, and to top it off, we collect items, papers and catalogs "just in case" we ever find the time to deal with them. Our kids constantly bring home artwork and other things we can't bring ourselves to toss. We don't throw anything out, even ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=1114 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=1114 Sun, 24 Feb 2008 10:00:00 EST I'm frequently asked how to help people organize their kids bathrooms and what fun ideas they can do in the bathroom--below are a couple!!. Storage and decorative ideas Many of today's colorful new shower curtains come with breathable pockets for wet toy storage. These mesh curtains are a great way to keep toys put away and mildew-free. Hang a clear dispenser for the kids to use for their shampoo and soaps—no more messy bottles to deal with. ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=1051 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=1051 Sun, 10 Feb 2008 10:00:00 EST Dear Diary: December 1 : As you know, for what seems like two or THREE YEARS , I have told you how SICK I AM of living in a permanent disaster area known as "My Home". When we got married, Gary and I set up a nice neat house—everything had a place, and we even had an extra room for odds and ends. Soon this "extra room" filled up, then the kids came, and when I started working, there just was not enough time or room to keep things straight. ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=1010 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=1010 Sun, 3 Feb 2008 10:00:00 EST For less than the cost of an average plumbing call, you can call in a company specializing in professional organizing. They will evaluate your home or office and give you an estimate to de-clutter your home or office. They'll send out a professional to work with you to clear out unneeded items, and systematically straighten and organize what remains. They may suggest additional shelving, file folders, toy chests, and other organizing aids. Life is too short to spend time ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=950 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=950 Sun, 27 Jan 2008 10:00:00 EST Do you sometimes feel overloaded by the complexity and speed of the workplace today? Who doesn't? Never-ending to-dos, mountains of paper and electronic information, and demands on our time and energy plague most of us. Some statistics: The good news is, we can do much to lessen the impact of these circumstances on our psyches and free ourselves up to focus on what's most important at our work. One key to having a saner work life is to simplify and streamline our work ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=907 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=907 Sun, 20 Jan 2008 10:00:00 EST Does it seem like your clothes are multiplying? I'd like you to ask yourself and answer the following questions; I hope these will help you in evaluating your situation. I have added suggestions and some thoughts for you to ponder on after the questions. Who do you do laundry for? Who can do their own laundry? If you're washing for everyone in the home and you have children/spouse that can reach the knobs on the machines, ask them for HELP. ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=873 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=873 Sun, 13 Jan 2008 10:00:00 EST I know so many people that are thinking of moving and downsizing but am not sure what to do or how to start--so I wanted to give some tips to make it the transition easier-- Begin sorting and downsizing It is never too early to begin planning for a move. Even if you think you may be moving two years from now, you can begin the sorting and downsizing process in your home. Attics, garages, and basements are filled with things people tend to save "just in case." ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=816 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=816 Sun, 6 Jan 2008 10:00:00 EST Getting organized is one of the top 10 New Year's resolutions that people make every year, and for good reason…most people never complete this resolution, which is why it keeps reappearing on the list! Let's let this year be different. The costs of a cluttered home or office can wreak havoc on your personal finances, health, time and relationships, which is why the National Association of Professional Organizers (NAPO) sponsors Get Organized "GO" Month every ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=738 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=738 Sun, 30 Dec 2007 10:00:00 EST Here is the second part of our Top organizing products list---hope you enjoy!! 1. Computer Cable Organizer. Not only are loose cables unsightly, they can be dangerous! This makes it easy to find the right cable and keeps everything nice, neat and safe! 2 . Ativa Shredder. Not only will this help protect you from identity theft, but it can help you avoid unsightly "waste basket overload syndrome". We like the value priced ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=737 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=737 Sun, 23 Dec 2007 10:00:00 EST I get asked alot about what products I like so here is a list of some of the items I use for myself or my clients--Part 2 is next week!! 1. The "Single" Kids bring home tons of "artwork"—most deserves a proper burial, but some of it is worthy of keeping around. This unique folio helps manage the deluge of art that otherwise clutters up the entire home. 2. Ziploc® Big Bags These are a newly designed HUGE version of the Ziploc. ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=693 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=693 Sun, 16 Dec 2007 10:00:00 EST Inside every messy house lives someone struggling to be free of clutter. We all want our home to be neat and organized. We know that this would save us time, money, and grief, but most of us just don't have a clue about how to cope with clutter. So we live with toys scattered about…shelves packed to capacity…bills piled up…kitchen cabinets in disarray…garages with no room left for your car…and basements that look like a scene out of "Twister." ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=644 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=644 Sun, 9 Dec 2007 10:00:00 EST OK, so all the holiday cards are starting to come in—what to do with all of them? well some people put them on their refrigerator or mantle, some put them strung on garland, yarn or clothes lines—Martha Stewart even says "Ribbon card holders descend from extra-large tuxedo bows, bound tightly in the middle for a billowing effect; cards slide into "pockets" created by gluing narrow satin ribbon at various intervals"—it's all your call but what happens after the holidays—now what? Here are ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=572 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=572 Sun, 2 Dec 2007 10:00:00 EST This is a great time of year to go through your closets and donate old clothes--organize your closet and get a tax break!! Do you spend more than two minutes each day prying apart your clothes trying to find today's outfit because your clothes are all squeezed together and you can't really see them? Do you have jumbled piles of shoes, clothes, hats, belts, or other items piled on the floor or the shelves of your closet? Are you afraid to open ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=472 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=472 Sun, 18 Nov 2007 10:00:00 EST After all that turkey, who has the energy to clean up the big mess that a Thanksgiving dinner makes? You spend hours and hours, cooking and preparing this wonderful dinner for your friends and family, but how often do they help you clean up the mess afterwards? Thanksgiving can be an easy clean up, if you follow these tips. Wash as you go . After you make a recipe, clean up the dishes that were used. This will ensure you have fewer ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=370 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=370 Sun, 11 Nov 2007 10:00:00 EST Below seems like a funny way of helping you stay organized but seriously, if you stick to these 10 commandments--it works!! The 10 Commandments of Being ORGANIZED!! I___________________________, on this date____________________, Do herby solemnly swear, to accept and abide by the following 10 Commandments so that I can be Organized!! [1] Thou shalt not give yourself the opportunity to generate clutter, ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=300 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=300 Sun, 4 Nov 2007 10:00:00 EST OK so this has nothing to do with organizing but in a way it does J . I was asked to test drive the new 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan for a week and check it out. I thought it would be fun because some of the features were cool seats that swivel and can face each other—with a table in between!! and best of all it was to have 2 pull down screens with Satellite TV—yup satellite not just DVD but live TV (Disney, Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network) that the kids could watch. So I ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=232 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=232 Sun, 28 Oct 2007 10:00:00 EST Halloween is a few days from now and hopefully your kids have their costumes, the decorations are up and you bought some candy. I know that once the day comes everything goes so quickly so it's good to be prepared. o Decide what time you are going to go Trick or Treating--make sure not to go too early or too late. o Allow enough time for your kids to get their costumes, makeup and everything else ready. (1 hour) o Make sure that your candy ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=161 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=161 Sun, 21 Oct 2007 10:00:00 EST OK so just when I got a handle on all the flyers, invitations and other items that were coming home from school--now there's more!! Here are some tips for all the other CHAOS that seems to be happening in your home. My blog won't always be about kids stuff but that seems to be the theme lately :) 1. Art Supplies: To create a masterpiece, your child needs the proper tools. Everything from markers, crayons, paints, and brushes need to be organized or they ...