How to declutter your wardrobe this summer
Summer is here and if you can’t find your jandals because your floordrobe is out of control, then you need my simple 3-step guide to decluttering your wardrobe.
Tips for organising busy spaces
Organising busy spaces with lots of fiddly components (like craft supplies) can be overwhelming. Follow these guidelines to reduce feeling overwhelmed when you DIY your home organisation.
Should you get a storage unit?
The topic of storage units comes up often when I'm working with clients. I think there naturally comes a moment when the process of decluttering feels a bit hard, and the solution seems to be to hire a storage unit.
How to make clutter disappear
I worked for a lovely client a couple of weeks ago who had just moved her studio and shop to a new location. She needed help organising her stock room; with less space than she was used to in her previous premises, she was feeling overwhelmed at the idea of creating an effective and fuss-free store room.
Try this simple decluttering strategy in your home
Something that I see often with my clients is things overflowing from a designated space into other areas of the home. Think - towels overflowing from the jam-packed linen cupboard to take up space in the spare room's wardrobe; cans of peaches that don't fit in the pantry being tucked into the garage.
The hidden power of positive procrastination
This week I haven’t felt like doing much. The weather has turned to custard – it is cold, wet and windy and I have reminded myself that I always feel a drop in productivity at the change of seasons; my inner cavewoman tells me that it is time to hunker down and conserve energy during the hard winter months.
The unsexy secret to decluttering ... and staying uncluttered
if you have decluttered once and been disheartened to see the clutter return, I’ve got news for you. You’re completely normal! Today I’m sharing the truth about those picture-perfect homes you see on the internet.
Let's talk about collections
When does a group of items become a collection? And how do we know if a collection is worth keeping? If you’ve ever asked these questions, this the post for you!
Tips for organising your kids' bedrooms
Decluttering your kid’s bedroom doesn’t need to be a nagging crapfest. Consider it a precious bonding experience and follow my guide to achieve tidy bedrooms in a calm and harmonious way.
How to declutter and donate like a pro
Decluttering shouldn’t be synonymous with dumping; here are my pro tips to have a clear out without sending unwanted items to landfill.
Reorganise for a relaxing home
If you could sum up your home style in one word, would it be calm, fun, busy, chaotic or stressful? If you’d like your word to be relaxed, read on for my favourite technique for staying organised at home.
AMA: How to organise the craft cupboard
My first Ask Me Anything is all about organising the craft cupboard! Our question comes from an after school programme in the Waikato. Distance is no barrier… Enter the professional organiser from Auckland with some tips and advice.