Life in Leisure: The Blog

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TAKING THE OVERWHELM OUT OF DECLUTTERING

Let’s not beat around the bush: decluttering is NOT an easy process. But, it is a necessary one if you want to lead a calm, collected, clutter-free life! If we’re being honest, most people have some sort of clutter in their lives - some a little, others a lot. But, did you know that the majority of people with clutter are overwhelmed by its presence in their life?

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Pantry Organization 101

Pantries are one of those spaces that looks completely different for every home, but it’s all about working with the space you have and making it efficient for your day-to-day life! So let’s walk through your pantry organization, step-by-step. Trust me, it isn’t as daunting as you might be thinking, especially with our easy to follow guide.

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Your Guide to Office Organization in an Instant

Ready or not, today we are going to tackle office organization! With so many jobs going remote, there’s no better time than now to organize your office and ensure it’s a productive and efficient space. Personally, I’ve found that a well-organized office not only enhances productivity, but also sparks creativity. Ready to dive in?

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Your Guide to School Supply Organization

Take a little trip down memory lane with me…you’re walking next to your mom, and as she meticulously checks off the requirement list, you’re throwing all of your new school supplies into the cart. Today we’re taking all those new school supplies, and showing you the best ways to keep them organized and accessible for your kids!

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Mastering the Move: 10 Expert Tips from a Home Organizer to Make Your Move Seamless

Fun Fact: 45% of annual U.S. moves taking place between May and August, which means we’re currently in peak moving season! The process is always an adventure…but it doesn’t have to be stressful! With all of the move in projects we have been working on lately we figured we would share our top 10 tips that have helped our clients!

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Summer Packing Travel Essentials: Tips & Tricks for a Stress Free Vacation

It’s finally summer time—which means a lot of us are traveling with our families! Packing light for all of the summer vacations can be especially challenging for busy families trying to fit everything into one suitcase. However, with a few tips and tricks I am going to show you, you can streamline your packing process and travel lighter, making your trip WAY more enjoyable.

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How We Handle Inventory at The Orderly Space

At The Orderly Space, we know we cannot do our jobs without the support of our inventory. While transforming my garage into a full inventory storehouse for all of our frequently used items has been a process, it has also given us exactly what we need to fully support our clients on their organizing projects.

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Garage Organization 101: Your Step by Step Guide

One of the most valuable storage spaces available is the one we most often take for granted: our garage. While not every home has a garage, we feel confident in saying that most homeowners have this space available to them. So today, we are going to show you just how important that space is and how you can effectively organize it so that all the members of your family benefit.

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Spring Cleaning: Your Ultimate Cleaning + Organizing Guide

Spring is a time for rejuvenation and new beginnings, which is probably why so many people begin the season with spring cleaning. This annual tradition gives us a chance to freshen up our homes, reset our lifestyle, and get prepped for a summer full of sunshine and fun without any of the stress and mess.

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Playroom And Toy Organization Tips for Your Home

Kids and toys! Sometimes it feels like the battle against toy clutter is a never-ending one. The good news is, it doesn’t have to be this way! Today we are dishing all our secrets for a streamlined and simplified toy storage system. One that leads to more creative and engaging play and less clutter and stress!

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Strategies For Letting Go When Decluttering is Overwhelming

Decluttering is NOT an easy process. But, it is a necessary one if you want to lead a calm, collected, clutter-free life. Most people have clutter in their lives--some a little, others a lot. But, did you know that the majority of people with clutter are overwhelmed by it in their life?

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Declutter Your Closet and Get Organized

Decluttering your wardrobe is one of the best things you can do for yourself. It allows you to be who you are today--not who you were 10 years ago or who you might be 10 years from now. Getting rid of clothes helps create a stress-free home by giving you less to think about wearing because everything you put back into your closet should be something you love.

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How to Label All the Things

For those of you who are looking at getting organized on your own my biggest tip for you is to find a labeling method you love and run with it. There are so many options out there, but we’ve gathered a few of our favorite tips, tricks, and methods so you can get started on your own.

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