Organizing is a skill. You don't automatically know how to clean, cook, wash laundry, or perform other skill-based tasks. You have to learn it. Sometimes we learn it from our parents or a mentor. Sometimes we learn it from reading or watching videos. Regardless, having someone to show us how to get started and evenContinue reading "Removing the Stigma of Organization Help"
A Simple Process & Simple Pricing
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"
No Longer Want Some Clothes? Here Are Some Options.
Have you gone through your clothes and decided to get rid of some of them? First, yay for you! It's great that you are getting rid of clothes you can't or don't use. Second, now what? Here are some options for getting rid of them: Are you the kind of person that will say, "IContinue reading "No Longer Want Some Clothes? Here Are Some Options."
Clearing Space, Keeping Memories
I saw someone online say, "your kids do not have enough PTO to deal with your clutter". Wow. And keep in mind too, this doesn't necessarily mean after you are gone. This often means you go into care of some sort, and your kids (or other descendants) are the ones going through your stuff. HaveContinue reading "Clearing Space, Keeping Memories"
Changes of Seasons Mean Clothes Decluttering
In fact, if you live in a place where the seasons change dramatically, you are probably putting away shorts and bathing suits and pulling out sweaters and winter coats. This is also a great time to go through your clothes and get rid of anything you didn't wear or that is worn out. Before youContinue reading "Changes of Seasons Mean Clothes Decluttering"
Choices in Downsizing
When many people think of downsizing, they think of big choices, but planning ahead can help make the process less painful for all people involved. Things are different now than they were in generations past, and because of this, seniors now need to be more strategic in how they manage their estate. I know whenContinue reading "Choices in Downsizing"
Decluttering vs Downsizing
While decluttering & downsizing can work hand-in-hand, understanding the difference can help make the process go more smoothly. Decluttering is the day-to-day work of letting go of trash & unused possessions. This is what I mean when I talk about the process of working through your home space by space. Downsizing is officially going throughContinue reading "Decluttering vs Downsizing"
Organization by Category
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"
Linen and Toiletry Organization
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"
Home Organizer Q&A
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"
