Garages are meant for cars...however, most of us have many things besides cars in our garages. Some even have so much stuff that there is no room for a car!
As the weather is starting to get colder, it is a great time to do a little cleaning in the garage - before it gets too cold and it is put off until spring. This week, take some time to prep for a couple hours of garage cleaning this weekend.
Consider the following:
(1) Are there specific areas of my garage that I can clean up or clean out in minimal time?
(2) Do I need a waste removal service to get rid of old construction materials or can I just put them out on the curb?
(3) How can I use vertical space? Do I have a few minutes one night this week to hang up those wall mounted bike racks for the kids' bikes?
(4) Would bins help me to store some items that I don't use regularly?
(5) Could pegboard be used to get some of the tools off the floor or cabinets?
Even if you don't have time to do a full garage cleaning, consider doing a bit before the winter chill sets in. I know that once its cold out, I hate spending any additional time in the garage than I have to. If you can make it easier to pull your car in and out, or to locate some of the things you use more regularly, go for it!
I just added a new board to my pinterest with garage organization tips! Check it out!
Happy Organizing!
Monday, November 16, 2015
Monday, November 9, 2015
Holiday Decor
Greetings All!
As the holidays approach, you will likely see more and more things in the stores to help decorate your home. However, it is important to remember that the more things you buy, the more things that you are going to have to store until next year.
I run into the problem where I buy lots of decorations (usually on clearance after the holiday) and then cant find them the following year! The reason: no good method of organization.
So this year, I am going to do two things:
First, I am going to decorate as much as possible with disposable (recyclable) things. For example, a bowl of colorful, seasonal fruit on the table makes a lovely fall centerpiece that can be eaten! Pine cones are another fall decoration. Similarly, I will look to use mistletoe at Christmastime. Poinsettas are another good seasonal plant (though we usually avoid them because of children/pets - http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/infant-and-toddler-health/expert-answers/poinsettia-plants/faq-20058304 and http://www.petpoisonhelpline.com/poison/poinsettia/) - while not terrible, still not good).
Second, I am going to use the big storage bins for organization after the holidays and clearly label the contents - not only the holiday but what specifically is inside.
I am also going to remember that a lot of times at this time of year, less is more!
Good luck with your organization as we approach the holidays!
As the holidays approach, you will likely see more and more things in the stores to help decorate your home. However, it is important to remember that the more things you buy, the more things that you are going to have to store until next year.
I run into the problem where I buy lots of decorations (usually on clearance after the holiday) and then cant find them the following year! The reason: no good method of organization.
So this year, I am going to do two things:
First, I am going to decorate as much as possible with disposable (recyclable) things. For example, a bowl of colorful, seasonal fruit on the table makes a lovely fall centerpiece that can be eaten! Pine cones are another fall decoration. Similarly, I will look to use mistletoe at Christmastime. Poinsettas are another good seasonal plant (though we usually avoid them because of children/pets - http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/infant-and-toddler-health/expert-answers/poinsettia-plants/faq-20058304 and http://www.petpoisonhelpline.com/poison/poinsettia/) - while not terrible, still not good).
Second, I am going to use the big storage bins for organization after the holidays and clearly label the contents - not only the holiday but what specifically is inside.
I am also going to remember that a lot of times at this time of year, less is more!
Good luck with your organization as we approach the holidays!
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