http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogList.asp?sort=organizer&schedule=98 Green Organizing is an environmentally-friendly approach to professional organizing, emphasizing the principles of reduce, re-use, and recycle. Going green and getting organized go together perfectly. They play equal parts in our efforts to live in harmony and balance with the world, while simultaneously creating personal spaces that are comfortable, beautiful, and functional. For more information, please visit: www.gogreenorganizing.com Wed, 24 Jun 2009 12:45:32 EST en-us http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2386 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2386 Wed, 24 Jun 2009 12:30:00 EST The dream of a paperless office hasn't turned out quite the way we thought. If anything, technology has created more paperwork. Through technology, we are inundated with information and neat ideas that we want to hold on to. So, we print out a web page or email and put it in our pile, or file. Stop! 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Have a wonderful and green ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2293 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2293 Wed, 22 Apr 2009 12:30:00 EST The National Association of Professional Organizers (NAPO) is providing helpful hints to make it even easier to do your part for Mother Earth on April 22 – and year-round. "People often have the misconception that making our planet a safer and healthier place to live takes a concerted effort," said Linette George, a NAPO member from the Chicago Chapter's Green Team. "People are frequently surprised that one simple change to their daily routines can make a big impact." George strives to ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2268 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2268 Wed, 8 Apr 2009 12:30:00 EST Earth Day 2009 is April 22, and Amazon is launching Earth Day Savings at www.amazon.com/earthday , where customers can save on organic groceries, home products, CFLs and more. 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After decorating the box, use it for storing school papers or other items. * By cutting off the top and part of the side of the box, you can use it as a magazine holder. * Some boxes can make great treasure chests for ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2173 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2173 Wed, 11 Feb 2009 12:30:00 EST Creative ways to repurpose some household items Dressers Old wooden dressers and bureaus make great linen or dish storage. Just sand down the wood and paint them the color of your choice. Add some new hardware and they can make a great accent piece. Appliances Use wallpaper to cover an old rusty fridge or appliance. Use rubber cement to adhere it. Or use large stickers to cover over a spot or too. 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I bring them to the mall when I am shopping for clothes and gifts. I use them as a laundry bag when I am traveling or at the gym. I bring my lunch to work in them. They fit more than you can imagine and their lightweight design makes it easy to scrunch them up and fit them in your bag, purse or glove compartment. I recommend keeping a bunch handy in your home and car. The reusable ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2072 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2072 Wed, 17 Dec 2008 12:30:00 EST This year, give the gift of a greener, more organized life! Save up to $50.00 on an organizing gift certificate! Please see our gifts page for more information: www.gogreenorganizing.com/gifts.html Our Go Green! Organizing services include: A Green Audit of your home of office. This is a custom plan to help make your space more environmentally friendly. We will also help you to implement this plan. Organizing of personal and office space - keeping with green ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2051 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2051 Wed, 10 Dec 2008 12:30:00 EST Proceeds from purchases from the following websites go to benefit charitable organizations. http://worldofgood.ebay.com/ http://shop.thebreastcancersite.com/store/site.do?siteId=224 http://shop.therainforestsite.com/store/site.do?siteId=221 ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2015 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2015 Wed, 19 Nov 2008 12:30:00 EST New moms everywhere are concerned about the environment. Give them gifts they can feel good about. At NewBornMom, you will find an ample array of "green" and 100% organic gifts for the new baby, mom and dad. ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=1998 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=1998 Wed, 12 Nov 2008 12:30:00 EST Here is a comment from one of our readers. 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I first did this at a small company (40 ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=1947 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=1947 Wed, 22 Oct 2008 12:30:00 EST If you have items you no longer need, please keep them out of the landfill. There are many resources available to donate items. The Salvation Army, Big Brother, Big Sister, and The Veterans will pick up items at your home. If you have items that may be difficult to donate, try craigslist.org, or freecycle.org to pass on others who will use it. For a list of suggested donation locations in your area, please email us at ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=1928 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=1928 Wed, 15 Oct 2008 12:30:00 EST Are you tired of plastic bins? Need something fun to put your recycling in? These days it's easy to find eco-friendly organizing products. 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It depends on the shop -Collectibles do well on e-bay. -Toys, children's clothing, and knick ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=1915 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=1915 Tue, 7 Oct 2008 10:36:54 EST Welcome to my Green Organizing Blog. Each week, I will provide you with creative ways to get organized in an environmentally-friendly way. Thank you for reading! ...