green organizing
A while ago, I blogged about an empty nester couple’s small kitchen issues. Sometimes, though, the problem is too much space. Here’s a story about adjusting a generously sized kitchen for a family’s needs. … Continue reading
If a kitchen is not set up to serve its owners, does it require remodeling? Not necessarily. Often reorganizing the space is enough. Jodi and Tom are empty nesters. When their kids were small, … Continue reading
Earth Day took place a few days ago, on April 22nd. Though there are many big ways to look after the earth and our environment, small actions also make a difference. I was very excited … Continue reading
Last year around this time, I wrote a blog about donating unwanted formal dresses to high-school girls for prom. If you have a bridesmaid’s dress, formal gown or cocktail dress that you have no desire … Continue reading
Adam and Julia had a back porch they didn’t need to use as a living space as its too hot in the summer and too cold in the winter. They purchased shelves and set it … Continue reading
A few blogs ago I mentioned having helped Danielle, a professional organizer, prune her closet. In exchange, she came over to my place to help me with mine. I am lucky to have pretty good … Continue reading
This article, The 4 Best Sites for Trading in Your Old Books, got my attention as a great resource to share. It lists four websites that can help you swap books for free (only need … Continue reading
NPR produced an interesting piece on a Wisconsin-based company, Murfie, that stores clients’ actual CDs in its headquarters for a small fee. Clients get digital access to all of their music and retain ownership of … Continue reading
If you missed the chance to drop off expired medicines back in May during the National Take Back Initiative, here’s your chance coming up on Saturday, October 29th, sponsored by the US Department of Justice … Continue reading
When I work with clients, I do whatever I can keep their “items to toss” out items out of landfill. I prefer going green, especially when it’s easy to do and does not create extra … Continue reading