Posts with tag clutter

Back in her days as a pack rat, writer Betsy Talbot gave in to clutter. She let piles of magazines gather dust, printed out too many paper copies of digital photos, and kept hundreds of obsolete CDs from her music collection even though she had upgraded to an iPod. Talbot was reluctant to declutter and get rid of the... Continue Reading »

"Three Rules of Work: Out of clutter find simplicity; from discord find harmony; in the middle of difficulty lies opportunity." - Albert Einstein Living lightly and creatively in a small space can be difficult, especially if you are surrounded by clutter. And when you're just getting started, the idea of decluttering is... Continue Reading »

While "The Nightmare on Elm Street" series may be frightening to some, a wasted, messy space is what keeps interior designers up at night. If this (pictured) looks familiar to you, you probably have a "flex room." Basically, when a room doesn't have a closet it cannot legally be classified as a bedroom, so builders label... Continue Reading »

Weeding through your wardrobe is one of the hardest parts of living lightly and creatively. Closets get crowded and cluttered quickly. Especially when you're late for work and are searching through a closet crammed with clothing and mismatched shoes flung in every direction. If you need help making space in your closet,... Continue Reading »

Bathrooms are one of the most private spaces in a home. Yet it's also an area shared by friends, family members and acquaintances. With these two scenarios in mind, keeping your bathroom organized presents a special challenge in tiny bathrooms. Here are a few tips to get you started: 1. A few good shelves Using... Continue Reading »