Tag Archives: decluttering

Clutter: A Self-Diagnosis

To determine if you or a loved one are struggling with clutter and could use help from a professional organizer, consider using Prominski’s self-evaluation: You experience an overwhelming feeling of dread when entering the space with all the items (garage, … Continue reading →

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Identify Trigger Items… and Skip Them for Now

Lots of emotions are tied up in our things—love, pride, grief, anger, etc. If, while you’re decluttering, you come across something that makes you extra emotional, put it in a box, label it, and move on to something else. You … Continue reading →

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A Clean Sink

Before I decided to leave forever, I cleaned the dishes in your farm sink. I stood there and washed each item. Even your roommate’s mess. I thought of our years together, how you continually left me, then wanted me back. … Continue reading →

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Gilded Jars

Rescue glass jars bound for the recycling bin for this upcycled project. Clean out the jars, poke a hole in the top of the lid, and screw a cabinet knob through the hole. We paired gold knobs with gold lids, but you … Continue reading →

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Entertaining Tip: Dishes

Start with an Empty Dishwasher…”Always start a party with an empty dishwasher! That way you don’t end up with a dirty pile of dishes in the sink with nowhere to go. Plus, guests are often willing to pitch in on … Continue reading →

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