Home Organizing

The Best Methods to Declutter

22, Nov 2021

There are three basic methods to declutter your home. Some techniques work better than others. The strategy you use depends on the type of clutter, where it is located, and your own working style. I’ve listed the three best methods to declutter and how and when to use each type…. Read more

How to Organize Toys

25, Oct 2021

When you have children’s toys and games all over the place in every room of the house, it can be a little overwhelming. It might be so cluttered you even forget that adults use the space too. But never fear! Use the Out of Chaos C.L.E.A.R. method to organize toys,… Read more

Owning More Stuff Saves Time

20, Sep 2021

I bet you’d never thought a professional organizer would tell you that owning more stuff saves time! I never thought I’d say that either, but I had an experience last week that convinced me that strict minimalism, in some cases, can work against you. Here is my story… I have… Read more

Home Organizing Fads and Trends

19, Jul 2021

Over the years I’ve been in business, I’ve seen organizing fads and trends come and go – much like fashion. Fads appear and disappear quickly. Trends are gradual changes and tend to stand the test of time. Let’s take a closer look at some of the organizing fads and trends… Read more

How to Organize Shoes

21, Jun 2021

It’s the same old story. We walk into the house and fall over piles of shoes. It doesn’t help that many modern homes have a tiny entryway closet to store footwear for the entire family. Never fear, Out of Chaos is here to share our tips on how to organize… Read more

All Things Renovation

28, May 2021

I was thrilled to chat with Brandy Kawulka, a ticketed journey-woman, on their All Things Renovation Podcast. Brandy’s company, Wood be Art focuses on home renovations, and we discussed how to stay organized before, during and after your renovation. We covered the types of materials you need to pack and… Read more

How to Organize Spices

24, May 2021

Lil’ Chu and I made a short video showing a quick way to organize spices in your kitchen. Finding and accessing your spices and seasonings quickly will make cooking and baking much easier – and tastier. Organizing your spices requires a bit more work than putting them into a bin… Read more

How to Organize Food Storage Containers

26, Apr 2021

My sidekick, Lil’ Chu, is convinced that her dishwasher “eats” her food storage containers. Although it isn’t true, it’s common in many households to have mismatched lids and bottoms. I show one simple organizational solution in our latest video and provide many more below. Declutter and Downsize Go through the… Read more

Organizing Those Tangled Cables

29, Mar 2021

In our recent video, my sidekick Lil’ Chu struggles with those tangled cables found in almost every home and office. Below I provide details on how to wrangle those tangles. Untangle, Sort, Categorize Carefully untangle and unravel the cords. Put aside any broken or damaged cables and place them into… Read more

Declutter and Organize Sheets, Blankets, and More

08, Mar 2021

It’s a common scenario in many houses. Homeowners root and rummage through overstuffed linen closets and cram-packed bins, trying to find the sheets, blankets, and duvets they need. Often when I do residential organizing, my clients ask how many sets of bedding they need. My answer is always, “It depends.”… Read more