Celebrating 5 years!
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From the blog
Move over Kondo: the original master of simplicity: Thoreau
Just when you thought every article about clutter had been written, the New York Times gets all Thoreau about it.
Handling the Hand-Me-Downs
Culled the closet, but don’t want to just donate those still-cute clothes? It’s not just about Craig’s List anymore. Try one of these next wave online consignment shops
Organized Religion
I think Marie Kondo is the David Koresh of organizing, but this genuinely funny gal from Jezebel begs to differ. One thing is clear: everybody’s got Kondofever!
How Tidiness Affects Mental Clarity
With cyber universe full of toxicity, Sonima, a new site devoted to wellness, is a welcome change. Their focus comes in all shapes and forms; our diets, our exercise routines, our mindfulness practices. They took a little time out to ask me some questions about how being organized affects our[…]
Spark my what?
Anything (or anyone) who helps you live a calmer, lighter life is priceless. Maria Kondo , organizing guru du jour, is receiving a lot of press and praise for her “does this spark joy?” approach. People are swearing by her, but with a slightly glossy eyed Jonestown jubilation. I remain a[…]
Organizing Porn
Some call it organizing porn, I just call it another day at the office. See what CNN has to say
Hoarders and McDonalds
A sobering piece on Curbed. Did you know storage spaces now outnumber McDonalds in America? Me neither.
On the loss of a parent and what’s left behind
An incredibly touching short documentary, as one woman sorts the through her mother’s belongings.
Clever little tricks
This cute little video from Slate about getting grease out of clothes doesn’t really have anything to do with organizing, but I love clever tricks like this. Another one: did you know that a terrific way to get get wax off candlesticks is to freeze them? Magic.
