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Stay on Task with This Decluttering Strategy
One of the hardest things about tackling an organizing project is staying on task. But following this decluttering strategy will help you maintain your focus and get the project done. Wherever you’re organizing (whether your closet, desk, or kid’s room), start in the upper left-hand corner and work your way down and to the right. That way, you won’t be […]
Why You Should Keep Your Cotton Swabs on Your Bathroom Counter
Normally, we’re against counter clutter here at Real Simple, but here’s a case where keeping something on display all the time can actually help you. If you have enough space, try storing frequently used items like cotton swabs and cotton balls on your counter (in see-through containers). Not only will they be easy to reach for each morning, but you’ll also […]
Three Photos to Keep on Your Smartphone
In addition to candids of your family and pets, there are a few other photos that you might find handy to have when you’re out and about. 1. Photos of your printer cartridges: No more trying to remember that seven digit number that fits your printer model only. 2. Travel confirmation numbers: Send a screenshot to your phone and save […]
Clear Clutter and Go Green by Recycling DVD Cases
If you’ve streamlined your movie collection by putting your discs in sleeves or going completely digital, you’re left with how to get rid of all those jewel cases. Luckily, there are two easy, green alternatives to the landfill. 1. Send them off to GreenDisk. If you have less than 30 pounds to be recycled, simply box it up and send […]
Pegboard: It’s Not Just for the Kitchen Anymore
While the kitchen might be the most commonly thought of place to hang a pegboard (think Julia Child’s kitchen, which is now in the Smithsonian), adding a few panels to you closet can dramatically increase your storage space. Hang two panels on the door to hold belts, large necklaces, small handbags, and a quick wardrobe kit (lint roller, seam tape, […]
Ditch Paper Catalogs Without Missing Out on Your Favorite Products
If you love shopping catalogs, but hate having all the paper clutter in your home, here’s a easy new way to ditch the mess (and save a few trees at the same time). Try using the Google Catalogs app (available on both Android and iPad). It’s just like flipping through your favorite printed versions, without the inevitable trip to the […]
Know When Your Beauty Products Expire
Make sure you’re not using your beauty products when they are past their prime (they might not perform as well and there could be lurking bacteria if you keep them too long), by taking one extra step when opening a new tube or bottle. Add a label to the bottom or back of the product marking the month and year […]
Is The Container Store Like Porn for Women?
Is there something unique in women’s brains that makes us go bonkers for bins, binders, and baskets or cuckoo for containers, clasps, and clips? I ask because in the last few weeks alone, I’ve had rather impassioned conversations with a few friends and acquaintances, wherein we both spoke feverishly about our love for all things organization and containment. Put an […]
