Category: Decluttering

Clutter Hack: How You Can Make the Most of Your Small Space

As someone who lives in Tokyo, small is the only way you can live. In general, I recommend taking advantage of “dead space” with rolling pieces of furniture. I also suggest using a few big pieces of furniture rather than a bunch of small ones. Look for “wasted space’ in less obvious places. If you […]

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Reader Hack: A Great Kids' Art Supply Storage Solution

I’ve been told I’m a certifiable neat freak. Please forgive me; it’s most likely a result of my upbringing and my mother, Mother Immaculate. Just ask my older sister; she’s even neater than me. As neat as I may be, there are definitely times when messy is good — like when my kids are finger-painting […]

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Clutter Hack: How to Organize Your Pets' Stuff

Between the toys, treats, leashes, crates, pills, sprays, food and grooming supplies, your pets’ stuff can quickly become an organizational nightmare. Here’s how I keep my cat Noni and Benny Bix Ochman Labradoodle Puppy’s stuff organized. ** Leashes and harnesses are on a hook right next to the door, so is a box of plastic […]

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