Category Archives: Home Organizing Tips

Get Organized At Target’s $1 Spot

By Bonnie J. Dewkett , CPO® | Published: May 21, 2015

Target has done it again…there are some awesome products to organized with at the $1 spot! Note, not everything is really $1 in this section….some items are $3 and even $5. This section is usually located near the door of Target. Top Row: Cones-Plastic cones are a great way to show kids where their bikes […]

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Simple Ways To Organize Crafts

By Bonnie J. Dewkett , CPO® | Published: May 11, 2015

Craft supplies are lots of fun. They are also messy. Keeping them organized is key to being able to use them when you want to. It’s all about using awesome containers that help you keep things together, see what you have and then allow you to grab and use as quickly as possible. Here are […]

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Honor Your Memories

By Bonnie J. Dewkett , CPO® | Published: May 7, 2015

We all have sentimental items….things that you’ve gotten from family members, items you’ve accumulated while traveling or possessions passed down to you from those who have passed. While these items have a lot of meaning to us, it’s common to find them buried in a box in the basement or attic. I challenge you to […]

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Makeup-When To Throw It Out

By Bonnie J. Dewkett , CPO® | Published: May 4, 2015

I get a lot of questions about when makeup and other personal care products expire. Below is a general guideline for you to follow. I suggest writing the purchase date on products when you purchase them. This way you can’t fall back on the “I can’t remember” excuse to keep too many products. Also, make […]

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The Daily Struggle & How To Overcome It

By Bonnie J. Dewkett , CPO® | Published: April 30, 2015

I’m a professional organizer and yet every day is a struggle for me, just like it is for you. We all want to lay in bed a little longer. I want to sip my coffee while looking out the window, not drink it cold while answering emails. And at the end of the day, I’d […]

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Organizing with Inkodye

By Bonnie J. Dewkett , CPO® | Published: April 27, 2015

I’m always looking for adorable containers to help you organize. I know that beautiful containers are hard to find on a budget. I struggle with this in my own home. When I discovered Inkodye, I knew it would help in my quest. See how I use it to help me organize in style. Inkodye is […]

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How To Host A Clothing Swap

By Bonnie J. Dewkett , CPO® | Published: April 23, 2015

We all have too many clothes. I’ve never chatted with someone about their closet and they told me they have just the right amount of clothes and wear everything they own. So what do you do with the excess? Host a clothing swap! Yes, you can donate your clothes or have a yard sale. However, […]

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Kate Spade Inspired Tote Bag DIY

By Bonnie J. Dewkett , CPO® | Published: April 22, 2015

I love tote bags. A little too much. It’s something I have a lot of. I do use them. However, I wanted to see if I could create something special from a plain tote bag I bought online. I got it for about $3 from Amazon. This is a technique I’ve shown before with dish […]

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Personalized Entrway Organizer

By Bonnie J. Dewkett , CPO® | Published: April 21, 2015

I talk about organizing your entryway a lot. Why? Because it’s the last place you see before you leave your home and the first thing you see when you come home. It’s important to keep it organized. This project will create a personalized “landing pad” for each member of your family. You can really get […]

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An Organized Entryway With Custom Totes

By Bonnie J. Dewkett , CPO® | Published: April 9, 2015

Entryways are the eyes to our home. They see everything and anything that comes or goes from your home. Not only are the the last thing you see before you start the day, they are the first thing you see when you arrive home. An organized entryway can really set the tone for your entire […]

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