Organizing Tips – General

Preparing Items for Online Sales

28, Jan 2019

One way to declutter is by selling individual items through online classified ad systems like kijiji, Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace. Here are some tips on preparing items for online sales to fetch higher prices. Clean and Polish – Maybe Before cleaning collectibles or antiques, you should consult an expert. Some… Read more

What You Should Know About Asbestos

11, Jun 2018

Asbestos is not a common topic in my profession, but it does pop up occasionally when I talk to homeowners who are clearing out storage spaces in their unfinished basements and attics or considering renovations.  Should it be a concern? Here are some things you should know. Yes, you may… Read more

Breakfast Television: Purge With Purpose – 2018 Edition

08, Jan 2018

It’s the start of a new year and the perfect time to purge those household items you no longer need or use. If you’re ready to declutter but are concerned about contributing to the landfill, rest assured there are lots of great organizations to help give your items a second… Read more

What Do You Do With a Gift You Don’t Want?

29, Dec 2017

Gifts and gift-giving are always delicate topics – especially when you receive a gift you don’t want. It happens to everyone at some point. Maybe you had to fake enthusiasm when you unwrapped it in front of someone. Perhaps you now need to send a thank-you note to a long-distance… Read more

Pack a Carry-on for a Week-Long Trip? Yes, You Can!

14, Nov 2017

The colder months are upon us and it’s a wonderful time to head somewhere warm.  And as the spokesperson for Professional Organizers in Canada, I was very excited to be contacted by Global News to provide some tips on how to pack a carry-on for a week-long getaway. When you… Read more

We Find the Secret Hiding Places

19, Jun 2017

Beyond assisting homeowners to edit the volume of their life possessions, we also have another important job: finding secret hiding places. Many people have secret spots in their homes where they hide valuable items like money, jewelry, or important documents. Often, these spots are so private that they are overlooked… Read more

4 Steps to Clearing Out Unused Business Attire

27, Mar 2017

As a Professional Organizer, I work with many corporate and residential clients. And one thing they usually have in common- clothing they no longer wear. Not only does it take up valuable closet space, but it often blocks out apparel they would wear– if only they could find it! So… Read more

Breakfast Television: Purge With Purpose – 2017 Edition

25, Mar 2017

Are you putting off spring cleaning because you don’t know what to do with your old stuff? If you want to purge with purpose in 2017, here are some tips from my Breakfast Television Vancouver spot. 1. Towels and Blankets Help out local organizations that care for animals. Contact the… Read more

The Downside to “Upsizing”

20, Feb 2017

Quite often people are so eager to move into a bigger home that all they can think about is the size of it  – a bigger kitchen, more bedrooms, a media room! But, in the end, upsizing can lead to living in a house that really doesn’t suit them or… Read more

How Can I Stop Being Disorganized?

14, Feb 2017

I get asked the question, “How can I stop being disorganized?” quite a bit as a Professional Organizer. The answer isn’t an easy one. There is no magic pill to make anyone organized. But, if you feel you are a disorganized person, here are a few steps I recommend you… Read more