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Organizing Scarves Vertically

3/1/2023

Have you tried storing your scarves vertically? The idea is to fold and 'file' them vertically so that you can see them all at a glance.

It can make it easier to get dressed if you can easily see which ones match your outfit. It also helps prevent 'losing' scarves that get buried in a pile or under others on a hanger. It's easy to take one out and put one away. If all of that sounds great to you, then this might be the way you consider organizing your own scarves!

Of course, one important part of organizing is to know yourself - what you are likely to do and not do. The potential downside with this method is if you know you won't fold them and put them back. In that case, this is the wrong method for you!

There are various ways you might store the scarves when folded in this manner. A drawer works nicely, as does a plastic bin. The key is to fold fold them in a way that they fit in the 'container' and that they hold each other up. You might add dividers to help them stay upright.

What is the KonMari Method®?

2/1/2023

"The question of what you want to own is actually the question of how you want to live your life."
-The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up, Marie Kondo
Japanese organizer, author of "Joy at Work" & "Spark Joy", and & star of "Tidying Up" on Netflix

Marie Kondo's method is based on the philosophy that we, as a society, own more things than we want or need, often accumulated over many years. Scientific research shows that clutter causes us both mental and physical stress.

Clark, M. (2018). How decluttering your space could make you healthier and happier. [online] Mayo Clinic.

Close up of bookshelf with plant in white plastic pot and several Marie Kondo books lined up

Happy New Year! It's a great time to get organized!

1/1/2022

Wishing you and your loved ones a very Happy New Year!

This is a great time of year to get things in order:
-your priorities and goals
-your mental space and focus
-your physical clutter

Don't get overwhelmed. Just choose one thing to focus on. Here are some tips to help you get started!

Mental Organizing:

What is your focus for this year? Have you considered choosing a word instead of New Year's Resolutions? It's a positive spin to help you stay centered on what is most important to you at this particular moment in time. Here are some ideas: hope, independence, play, balance, adventure, organizing, etc.

If you are interested in trying this out, check out this link for more information and ideas: Choosing a New Year's Word of the Year.

Back to School Desk Organizing!

9/7/2021

It's that time of year! Students are getting back to school!

Kids can get SO excited about going back to school, seeing old and meeting new friends, picking out their outfits, and purchasing new school supplies. They crave both the newness and also the consistent routines.

This is the time of year when we get organized: desks, school supplies, backpacks, lockers... it can be a bit overwhelming. Where do we even begin?

Here are some resources to help you get started with organizing your desk!

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Organizing Scarves Vertically

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