A Few of My Favorite Things
The second most asked question that I get from my clients (after “are you going to make me throw everything away?”) is “what do I need to buy?”
I actually discourage going out and buying organizing products that promise to keep you clutter-free before you have done a really good purge & sort. But there are a few things that I always recommend for anyone – I use these myself in my home, and always keep my eye out for sale items for my clients.
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Velvet Hangers
I don’t have a specific brand that I use, and have bought these everywhere from Amazon to the Dollar Store.
They don’t slip.
They don’t leave marks on your clothes (please don’t use wire hangers!)
They are thin and take up less real estate in your closet.
They have clips that you can attach to the hangers.
Plastic Bins
I love these bins! In fact, I wrote an entire blog post about them. (I am not sure if I should be bragging about that, but it’s the little things that get me excited!) I like sticking to the same brand because not only do I know they are good quality, but they fit together and are easily found if you need to get more.
They are sturdy. (Just don’t put them in the dishwasher – oops.)
Good variety of sizes for cabinets, refrigerator, shelves, closet, etc.
Stackable.
Easy to clean.
Sold everywhere and are available online.
Here is an example of how my client used these bins for her lingerie drawer. (yes, I asked her first!)
Filing System & Labels
I discovered Freedom Filer years ago and use it for my personal files and now for my business files.
No need to set up new folders every year.
Have all documents and receipts ready for taxes.
Keeps all your current policies and up-to-date personal documents handy.
Eliminates tedious hours of filing – takes just a few minutes.
Preprinted, included blank labels.
Packing Cubes
I first discovered packing cubes from eBags, and tried a few varieties. I found that AmazonBasics Packing Cubes were the exact same quality, and were cheaper. I also like the ones from IKEA, although not as sturdy, and you can only buy them in a set.
Lift out of suitcase and place directly in hotel drawer or shelves (for those of you who have watched the specials about hotel room germs.)
Separate wet or dirty items.
Use for shoes to keep from touching clothes.
Magically double suitcase capacity.
Label to keep different family members clothes separated.
Pack by outfit type or days.
Our very tiny hotel room had no drawers and just a small closet – my family snickered when they saw my labels, but then realized how easy it made looking for clothing each day!
Would you like get your life organized?
