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Spring Organizing Tips

Happy Spring! The calendar tells us it’s upon us, even though there’s still a bit of snow on the ground. However, I did spotted a robin on my walk the other day. I get inspired by spring, the bright yellow … Continue reading

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What is the Cost of Ownership of Your Stuff?

September brings colder nights, and soon we’ll be turning on the heat.  My family received the depressing news from our plumber that our furnace should be replaced this year or next.  Oh, the joys of home ownership.  What about the … Continue reading

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Holiday Decorations Organizing- Video Tip

Janine Cavinaugh, Certified Professional Organizer and NAPO-NE member, offers three of her favorite tips for keeping holiday decorations organized. Learn  more about Janine at www.helpfulorganizer.com. Did you like this? Share it:Tweet

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Staying Organized

Staying Organized by Janine Cavanaugh As a Professional Organizer I’m often asked by the homeowners I work with, “How can I stay organized?” They explain that they spend time creating order and buying cool organizing products to help them stay … Continue reading

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Intangible Gifts

I compiled a list to offer as an alternative to giving ‘stuff’ or ‘things’ for the holidays. Let’s face it who really needs more ‘stuff’ that others choose for us? What about the children in our lives, do they really … Continue reading

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Autumn Organizing

The leaves and temperatures are falling, and before you know it the gift giving season will be upon us. Before that happens why not take the opportunity to organize two areas in which autumn is the perfect time to work, … Continue reading

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