How to: Up-cycling to Reduce Clutter

In an earlier post, we discussed the impact of de-cluttering your home to create a space that is calm and inviting. We don't believe that you always need to buy expensive organizing systems for your belongings to bring a sense of order to your home. In fact, your home is probably hiding a few items that could be repurposed! Here are a few tips for repurposing common household items in fun, new ways. 

How to Hygge

Pronounced ‘hoo-gah’, this Danish secret to living a happy life has rapidly become an interior design niche. Not something you can buy, hygge is a state of mind achieved when your environment is composed of elements of safety, warmth, & coziness.. Hygge goes far beyond the aesthetics of your living room. It's a way of life.

Konmari or Hygge?

In the past few years, we've seen a dramatic increase in followers of the Konmari method. Marie Kondo penned "the life-changing magic of tidying up," the best-seller that outlines her method of tidying and organizing. The title alone implies that something magical will happen when you get your life in order, and with that assumption I completely agree. (I'd have to, as a Professional Organizer, right?!) 

5 Reasons to Hire a Professional Organizer

Are you overwhelmed by the lack of organization in your home? You're not alone. Getting organized is one of the most common New Year resolutions! Many people have resolved to take back control of their homes, but they don't know where to begin. Here are five reasons why you should hire a professional organizer to help you.