…I re-used some dryer sheets to clean the blinds in a bedroom. It really is easy-peasy, and so fast. After using them in their usual way, tuck used dryer sheets away. They actually have multiple uses. For more suggestions, see
Working Around the Virus
Yes, COVID-19 is with us, and will be for some time to come. How long? We can’t predict that. Rest assured that, when we work together, I do all possible to protect everyone’s health. That’s also to clear mental clutter.
Supporting Your Efforts!
If you’re home and working on de-cluttering and need supportive help, I’m here for you!
Before Recycling or Trashing an Old Computer
I have a 10-year-old dinosaur of a desktop computer. It’s time to bring it to the county recycling depot. How to remove information from its hard drive, to protect my privacy? I called a local computer retailer, and was told
A Little-Known Cleaning Use for Salt – It Really Works!
Some time ago, I heard or read somewhere that salt can be used to clean silk flowers. Really? I’d never tried it. I’ve been working with a client whose dining room table has been full of stuff, including books, bills,
Seasonal Gardening Tips
Local gardening expert Charlie Nardozzi spoke yesterday on a Vermont Public Radio call-in show. He shared some excellent tips. Knowing the always-smiling Charlie to be an affable guy, I’m sure that he wouldn’t mind my passing along a few gems.
Seasonal Garage Cleaning, Even for a Professional Organizer
Today, I swept my garage and stored wicker summer furniture, placing the chairs on some old rubber car floor mats. That way, once winter snow melts off the car, the furniture legs will be protected. No old floor mats? You
The Nine Rules of Balanced Organizing
From my professional organizer archives, here are nine mottos to help you clear clutter and achieve balanced organizing. They will bring order to your mind and to the rooms in your home.
Clear Clutter with “One of a Kind”
Do you ever wonder where to store unconnected pieces of information, so that you can find them when needed? It’s easy, once you make a “One of a Kind” notebook. It’s a notebook to hold random “stuff.”
Clever Reuses – for Dryer Sheets!
I recently saw an article about clever reuse, and thought to pass along its suggestions. If you use dryer sheets to keep your clothes static-free, keep them. Put a container in the laundry area to hold used ones, then use