Organization can seem like a daunting task, but having tools to put things in order is a good place to start. However, I believe in functional organization, not perfect organization. What does that mean? To me it means organization that works for you, but isn't necessarily the kind of organization we have come to see.Continue reading "Organization by Category"

We have been in our house for about 9 years. When we moved in I organized our linen closet, but over time our needs have changed and the area has become jumbled. I have gone through the medication about once a year, but it was time to grab some new tools and get everything inContinue reading "Linen and Toiletry Organization"

What is your expertise?My expertise is in what is called functional organization. Functional organization is organization that helps a home function better and makes things easier to find, but does not worry about perfection. Basically reducing clutter so you can find what you need when you need it. I love helping busy people to learnContinue reading "Home Organizer Q&A"

When I say I specialize in downsizing, most people immediately think I only work with people who are older, and probably retired. But downsizing, by definition, just means to make smaller. So, whether you are decreasing your space or your items, you are downsizing. Let's talk about what different forms of downsizing look like andContinue reading "Downsizing Isn’t Just for the Retired"

One thing I pride myself with Denise's Fanciful Function is my research. I did a lot of research before I began this business, and I continue to do training and information gathering on a regular basis. I believe we can learn a lot from each other, and with new tools and ideas coming out allContinue reading "A Simple Process & Simple Pricing"

I love clothes. I have used my natural desire to get things in order and learned organization skills to pare down, and a BIG part of that is using tools that make it easy for me to see what I have and find what I want. If you also need to pare down your closet,Continue reading "Clothing Organization"

As a parent of two kids in their 20s, and having lost my mother-in-law just a year ago, I am firmly in the downsizing stage of life. This helps me understand the many different reasons people need to downsize. Whether you need to help your parents move into a smaller place, you need to goContinue reading "Tips on Making Downsizing Go Smoothly"

Do you think you want to hire an organizer, but you are trying to decide whether you would prefer in-person or virtual organization help? Here is an inside look at how the process looks so you can get a better idea of what will work for you and your family. If We Are In-Person WeContinue reading "Which Type of Organization is for You: Virtual or In-Person?"

Part of getting organized is getting rid of some of your stuff. Have you gone through your items and decided to get rid of some of them? First, yay for you! It's great that you are getting rid of those items you can't or don't use. Second, now what? Here are some options for gettingContinue reading "Deciding What to Sell, When & How"