Category Archives: Kitchen Organizing

Peel and Stick Organizing Tool for your walls!

August 26, 2010 – 10:35 am

Recently I discovered this innovative product line which offers a variety of bulletin boards, including this dry erase one, that can be positioned and repositioned anywhere on your walls. Simply peel and stick above your desk, in your entryway or kitchen, or in the kids’ room as a canvas for their art. It would also make a [...]

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Get the supplies you need for an Organized Office and Dorm

August 18, 2010 – 10:00 am

Whether it’s for the home office or the dorm room, The Container Store® has great tools for maximizing productivity – organize files, school supplies, clothes, make-up and more. Also, check out the ones that maximize space and take on double duty such as stools with storage, stackable bins and collapsible baskets.  See all the organizing [...]

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A better way to label those bins

August 12, 2010 – 6:47 pm

Using plastic bins, baskets or boxes is a great way to corral loose items or store seasonal decor.  Anything that needs to be put away in a closet, under the bed or in the garage should be kept in a sturdy and well-labeled container so you don’t end up going through boxes and boxes when searching for something specific.  These [...]

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Multi-use kitchen tool keeps you organized

July 27, 2010 – 9:05 am

Multi-purpose, stackable, space-saving and colorful – it’s the perfect item for an organized kitchen. There are several different uses for this set of cups and bowls – measuring cup, sieve, colander and mixing. Essential for every day cooking and special meals. Learn more here.

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Quick Kitchen Organizing Tips

June 14, 2010 – 8:15 am

(image from Real Simple) One of my favorite resources when it comes to articles about organizing is the Real Simple online magazine. Here are a few tips to get you started in decluttering and streamlining your kitchen. Read more here. Stick a magnetic organizer on the refrigerator door to hold pens and food labels so [...]

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Quick Organizing Tip – Repurposed Rolodex

April 20, 2010 – 9:08 am

Now that most contact information is stored electronically, you may have a Rolodex sitting on a shelf gathering dust. But don’t write it off just yet! There are many useful and innovative ways to repurpose that “old” organizer: Store recipes and pictures of dishes – use the transparent sleeves to keep it clean from spills in [...]

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Wake to an organized morning

April 15, 2010 – 4:52 pm

It seems like we’re busy all the time, even just as we’re getting out of bed! Here are a few quick tips to streamline your morning to add in a bit of breathing room before jump-starting the day. The automatic coffee maker – This is something I’ve talked about before. It saves you time and waking to the smell of [...]

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The “two-minute rule” to organizing

April 8, 2010 – 9:21 am

Do you know how much time it takes to go through the mail, file papers or make a grocery list? Once you begin quantifying the amount of time it takes to manage any given task, you’ll be able to use that information to prioritize your activities.  Below is a quick exercise I regularly do with my clients: – Start [...]

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Organize with everyday items

February 25, 2010 – 7:40 am

It’s not always necessary to buy a lot of new products to get organized. I tell my clients that a lot of organizing solutions are already in their home or office. It’s just about looking at them from a different perspective. For example, glass jars aren’t just for jam or snacks. Use them to group and [...]

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Why Organizing is Better with Binders

January 10, 2010 – 9:01 pm

It’s no wonder the 3-ring binder is a required school supply – it’s a versatile organizing tool. Invest in a sturdy binder that you can use over and over, and if you’re storing receipts or time-sensitive items, remember to clean it out at the end of the year and archive important documents. Binders can serve a lot of different [...]

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