PROBLEM: Sometimes I don’t have the right sized container for a space. SOLUTION: Think of the leftover space in a drawer or shelf as a container. Leftover space is the space that is created between organizing boxes or baskets and the size of the drawer. In the picture, the left Read more…
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PROBLEM: The typical way of organizing books by author doesn’t work for me. I can’t always remember who wrote the book. Plus, when I’m going to re-shelf the book, the author’s name isn’t always in the same place on the spine. It’s irritating to figure out where the book goes. Read more…
PROBLEM: I have a job where I need to transport files. I can’t keep track of what files are where. SOLUTION: Choose some sort of holder for you files. It can be an according file (like in the picture) or a bag with a zipper. One goal is to choose Read more…
PROBLEM: I know that it sounds strange but I don’t put away my clean laundry because I can’t immediately remember where it goes. Also, I don’t wear some of my clothes because I can’t remember where to find them. SOLUTION: Labels can really be helpful for kids and adults. You Read more…
PROBLEM: I have a closet full of clothes. I know that there are clothes that I don’t wear. I just can’t seem to take the time to sort through them. SOLUTION: Turn all your hangers in the opposite directions. When you wear something put it back in the closet and Read more…
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PROBLEM: I have so much stuff. I’m so overwhelmed. I don’t know where to begin. SOLUTION: Limited your focus. One way to do this is to make a *physical ring around what you will work on. In the picture, the only items to focus on are in the ring. Once Read more…
PROBLEM: I have deep cupboards in my kitchen and the shelves don’t pull out. It is impossible for me to get to the things in the middle and back of the shelves. SOLUTION: Put a tray, baking pan, plastic bin, or cardboard box on the shelf, which can act like Read more…