While a lot of people have a “Bucket List” of all the things they want to do before they die, I prefer a Life List. This is because I don’t plan on dying anytime soon, but I want to make sure...
Check out the Redfin article we were featured in: Create a Clean and Organized Home with These 35 Tips It’s easy for homes to become disorganized and full of clutter. Whether you have numerous belongings or always seem...
For many of us, paper clutter is an artifact of a busy and productive life – one that we’re quite occupied leading. We grew up in an age where keeping a hard copy of documents was necessary for our records and...
Close your eyes and imagine your dream office – from the layout to the storage and systems in place. What sort of layout and furniture would you have? Visualize what your ideal desk would look like and what items...
Hiring an organizer can be so beneficial in many ways, but how do you know if you’re picking the right one for you? There are many people out there who offer organizational services ranging from hobbyists to...
In today’s busy world with its ever-increasing demands, it can be hard to juggle all the tasks we are presented with. Oftentimes we are so busy that things pile up on top of one another and we find ourselves...
Some people fall into the career they’re in, and for some people, it was just meant to be! That is most definitely the case for Uncluttered founder and owner, Linda Deppa. From an early age, Linda has always enjoyed...
January is almost on its way out the door, but before it goes, Uncluttered would like to provide you with some top tips and tricks to get your year off to an organized flying start! 1. Home Maintenance Essentials Check...
Many of us lead busy, stressful lives. Sometimes things can become overwhelming and you are left wondering how you can gain some control back. Here are 5 easy and achievable steps you can take… 1. Put it away, don’t put...
Holiday decor makes me smile. I love the festive touches throughout my house. Taking everything down is a little bittersweet because it’s a gentle reminder that the magic of Christmas, my favorite time of the...
For many of us, the holidays are a great opportunity to go all out on decorations for both inside and outside of our homes and the process of decorating is almost always a fun one. The only problem is that sorting and...
Don’t miss the recent Redfin article featuring Uncluttered: Decorating a Living Room: 17 Tips for Tricky Spaces Every home has its own design challenges, whether it’s too much wall space that’s impossible to fill or an...
It’s no coincidence you’re inundated with commercials touting sales on storage containers and organizing systems this time of year. January is Get Organized month. It’s when most people think about getting a fresh start...
I bet you’ve started thinking about all the things you’ll tackle in the new year, and I bet there’s a chance January is still going to sneak up on you. Does anyone know where the time goes between Christmas and New...
How many times have you committed to getting organized, and then talked yourself out of it because the project seemed too big? Thinking about the big picture and all that needs to be done can stop you in your tracks...
Let’s get something out of the way: you are not a failure because you have clutter. Everyone has clutter to some degree. If keeping clutter under control is a challenge, grab a bag of candy (and not just because...
Whether you’re considering a major home improvement project or just want your space to be more organized and functional, make sure you set an objective you can achieve. I’ve worked with clients for two decades as a...
It might seem there’s plenty of time before the holidays, but Christmas will be here before you know it. That means now is the time to start your photo gift projects. Before you object, consider that you’re actually...
Autumn and back to school go hand in hand, but fall should also be the time of year you start thinking about the holidays, especially if you’re hosting. Now is a great time to get your house ready for overnight guests...
Every Superhero has a weakness. For Superman it’s kryptonite. For you, it might be paper. If it feels like you have everything organized and under control, except for the paper piling up on your desk or counter, you’re...
Organizing your closet, guest bedroom, or garage might seem easy enough. Sure, it’s a mess now because you haven’t had the time to deal with it. As you find time it will be different. It’s easy to think setting aside a...
You’ve read the blogs, binged Marie Kondo’s series on Netflix and browsed every aisle in the Container Store. You are more than ready to get organized; you just don’t know where to start. As my clients often discover...
You’ve probably read or heard about housing trends and the hot housing market. The pandemic has created options for professionals to work remotely or relocate closer to family. Here’s another trend I’ve noticed in...
The significance of family heirlooms isn’t lost on you. In fact, you’ve carefully stored them away for the next generation – only to discover they don’t want them. It’s a dynamic playing out for many families as...
If you have been collecting family photos, it might be time for you to curate your collection. Curating is thoughtfully combing through pictures and organizing them in a way that tells the story of your family. Photos...
During a recent Google search, I discovered the average person takes 150 new photos a month and has 630 photos stored on their phone. I can only imagine they include family photos worthy of a Christmas card, vacation...
The loss of a loved one can be an emotional and challenging time. There’s added stress if you’re responsible for clearing out the home and getting it ready to put on the market. Clearing the estate can help provide...
Five minutes. It doesn’t seem like much time and yet those five minutes could be standing between you and a clutter-free space. I speak from personal experience because even professional organizers can walk past a pile...
Moving and downsizing can simplify your life, but the process of getting to a more streamlined lifestyle is anything but simple. Pairing down items you’ve spent a season or a lifetime collecting can be overwhelming and...
Backyard barbeques, family reunions, and large get-togethers are summer activities that feel a little more joyous and significant this year. Of course, you’ll be taking pictures with family and friends you haven’t seen...
In the last year, our homes have served as office space, school rooms, eating areas, and entertainment hubs. Our homes have done just about everything, except make us feel at home. While you were working to accommodate...
This is not the first time you have moved, but it’s not as easy as offering friends free pizza to help you get your belongings across town. This time you’ve got a family and a lot more stuff. The process seems daunting...
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