At home, at work, and everywhere in between….getting organized is hard work, especially after the holidays. But here are a few tips that just might inspire you to finally make a change and get (and stay) organized for good.
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Set up a desk and filing area in your home. Even if you don’t work from home, it’s always a good idea to have a place to sort, read, and file mail. This cozy spot may also inspire you to tackle a new project. And don’t think you need a conventional desk either. A small table, round or rectangular, will work just as well. (Hide dents and faded paint with a pretty cloth.) Treat this area as your own special place to hang photos or pictures that inspire you.
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You don’t need a filing cabinet either. The Container Store or office supply companies offer an array of portable file boxes that will keep daily paper clutter and important files nearby. If you’re a terrible filer, simply gather 12 folders marked January through December and file away anything and everything that comes through the door in the appropriate month. If plastic isn’t your thing, hide files in large baskets or tuck them under fabric draped tables.
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As paper comes in the door, don’t toss it on the desk. Recycle the excess and place bills in a pretty basket filled with envelopes, stamps, return address stickers, and your checkbook. Keep this out in plain view to remind yourself that these are the things that need your immediate attention. And you’ll have everything at your fingertips to get the job done.
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Purchase a binder to hold all of your home’s important papers, schedules, appliance warranties, even take-out menus.
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Corral all of your holiday wrappings—paper, bows, ribbons, tags—into a large bin or bag and make note of what you’ll need for next year. (Take advantage of those sales now!)
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Don’t forget to stock up on all things organized and treat yourself to plastic bins and totes that will make your life a little less messy.
Image scanned from Good Housekeeping and House Beautiful magazines.
Kim Merritt – http://BeautifulLivingStyle.blogspot.com
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