I used to think hangers weren’t a big deal. Sure, I used them, but I used only the wire and plastic ones. Little did I know that the type of hanger you use can really make a big difference. Wire hangers can stretch out your clothes and leave marks across the shoulders. They really aren’t good for most of your clothes. Plastic hangers are good, but some articles of clothing can slide off and they also leave creases on dress pants. Here are some hanger tips for choosing the best hanger: Plastic Tubular Hangers: These type of hangers are the foundation for your closet. These are great for polo shorts, tee-shirts, light weight blouses and dress shirts. Make sure that the hangers are a decent quality. I have bought cheap plastic hangers... [Read more]

I told you a few weeks ago about the MyFax Messy Office Contest. Well, they have a winner! Congratulations to Susan Johnson for having THE messiest office. She won $10,000! Here’s the proof: Believe it or not, Susan really does work in there. Susan works out of her home, is a single mom of 3 teenagers and already has some plans for the money. “With my winnings, a shredder, wastebasket, and a MyFax account are on the top of my list of things to purchase. Although, at this point, it might make more sense to rent a bulldozer and dumpster and start from scratch.” Congratulations Susan from Declutter It! We do hope you will put your winnings to good use and create an office of your dreams. This was a great contest that MyFax put together... [Read more]

Have you ever been sitting in a room of your house and all of a sudden, it hits you that it needs to be changed? That happened to me today, so my husband and I spent a few minutes rearranging our living room. You see, we live in a pretty small house for a family of 5. We also both work out of our home, which we love, but space is definitely an issue for us. My husband has an office set up in the back of the house, but he doesn’t use it much because, well, it’s in the back of the house away from everyone. He goes back there when he needs to make phone calls. My office is in the living room, which is where both of us usually work from. Yes, even with 3 kids and a dog running around. Our house is NEVER boring. The living room arrangement... [Read more]

When it comes to storage, I like to think up different and unconventional ways to use organizing items. Just because you find an organizing product down the bathroom isle at the store, does not mean you can only use it in the bathroom. I love a simple utility caddy. Here are three uses for a utility caddy in your home: Store cleaning supplies – Yes, I know, that’s not a very original idea but it is a great way to use a utility caddy. When it comes time to clean the bathrooms, kitchen, living room, bedrooms, etc., all you need is one simple caddy filled with your supplies. Take the caddy with you from room to room and it makes clean-up a cinch. Store Art Supplies – I did this for one of my clients and her kids love it. They... [Read more]

I have some very exciting news! Declutter It! is adding a new writer to help me bring you even more organizing tips for your home. Her name is Jennifer Chait, and not only is she a very good friend of mine, but she is an amazing blogger who despises clutter as much as I do. Jennifer has been with b5media for awhile and you can find her blogging away over at Tree Hugging Family and Offbeat Homes – two blogs which I am a big fan of. March 1st is Jennifer’s official first day, so please help me welcome her tomorrow. She’ll be the one to find those mod and green organizing products for us. I can’t wait! Welcome to Declutter It! Jennifer! Technorati Tags: organizing tips for your home,jennifer chait,declutter it writers [Read more]