Creating a memory box for your child preserves early life moments to share in the future. Helping clients manage emotional attachments to items is some of my most sensitive work as a professional organizer. Cherish meaningful keepsakes, but balance them with the space and time you’re willing to devote to preserving memories. Create A Memory […]
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With the start of the new year, many people feel the urge to make some major life changes. Let me introduce the Home and Life Declutter Workbook, my latest product to help create order in your life. I have been a Professional Organizer for almost 20 years. I love creating simple systems for my clients
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The season to find unique and practical gifts for loved ones is upon us. Why not give organization themed holiday gifts this year? As a Professional Organizer I always cringe a little at this time of year because I know there may be a flood of impractical items entering my home. The fun side of
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Yard sale season is upon us again. Maybe you call it a garage sale, estate sale or tag sale depending on where you are from. As soon as the air is warm and kids are out of school yard sales kick into high gear in the Northeast. People are ready to tackle their garages, basements
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One of my biggest struggles as a mom and a professional organizer is not freaking out every time I enter our playroom! As you can imagine, I thrive on order. Yet, kids are not orderly by nature and need to have the freedom for creative play. It has been a difficult adjustment for me to
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Schools out and now it is time to plan Summer activities for kids. Whether the kids are in camps, on a family vacation or spending their summer at home with you, structure is important to keep everyone enjoying the break from school. Keeping kids entertained and organizing fun activities can be challenging seven days a
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Summer is here and I have vacation on my mind…and a family camping trip. This weekend was my kids’ first outdoor campout with their Scout pack and excitement was in the air. We did a test run a few months back sleeping in a tent overnight in the backyard. I quickly realized how much you
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Learn how to create an Instant Filing System with this video tutorial from Professional Organizer Kristin Vander Wiede
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Often when I first meet with clients who are struggling with their handling of paper, their biggest challenge is getting their hands on information when they need it quickly. Imagine if you had one place to go to find your insurance policy number or find your bank account and routing number fast. How about what
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It is day sixteen of the 40 Bags in 40 Days decluttering challenge. If you have some time send me a message to tell me what has been the easiest and hardest part of the challenge so far. You can email me at kristin@livablesolutions.com. Let’s talk about pantry organization today. I know that some of
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