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Did you know that the average person wears only 20% of their wardrobe 80% of the time?

How many clothes have you “lost” because you can’t see them or find them….or forgot you even had them?

Take back your wardrobe and find ways to change it up for spring! Think of it as shopping in your own closet. You’ll find treasures that you lost or may even find new ways of pairing up items. Give yourself a block of time, grab a drink and a snack and jump in!

1. DECIDE -Pull all your clothes out decide what to Keep, Toss, or Recycle.

KEEP- Only what you love, that fits and that makes you feel good in it. Have boxes or bins ready to contain them while you sort.

TOSS- Any clothes that are stained, torn, worn or damaged put into dark garbage bags. These items are in the trash.

RECYCLE- Any clothing that is still in good shape that someone else could use put into clear garbage bags or boxes. You can choose to donate them to a shelter or charity or make some cash and take them into a consignment shop.

Points to consider:
o If you haven’t worn it in a few years… let it go
o If you feel great in it…keep it
o If you don’t find it flattering….let it go
o If you wear it often and fits….keep it
o If you like it but never wear it…. let it go
o If was a good deal but it doesn’t match anything…let it go

2. ORGANIZE – Determine what you have and what you need.

• Sort your clothes by work wear and casual wear. Then break it down further. Group like with like,  ie: Jeans together, skirts together, long sleeve, short sleeve. Then see what you really have.
• Do you really need 10 pairs of black pants? Pare down the numbers again by choosing what you like and fit you best. Get rid of the rest. When you can accurately see how many items that you have you will make better purchasing decisions.
• Invest in some wooden or sturdy plastic hangers, tiered hangers, closet systems, hooks and baskets. When things are sorted and stored together, they’re easier to keep tidy.
• Keep out of season clothing in clear containers under your bed or in your storage area. Spring and Summer together, Fall and Winter together.

Most importantly, follow the one in, one out rule. Any time you buy a new clothing item, one of the old ones must go. Keep a donate box in your closet and fill it as you go. When it’s full, drop it off and start another one.

Cleaning out your closet is a great way to make better use of your space, get rid of things you never wear and feel good about what you have.

As featured in the Spirng issue of Life in Clairngton Magazine

Spring Cleaning!

By:  Jenny McKee, Professional Organizer

Do you feel that your home is out of control?  Do you feel stressed when you walk in the door?  Want to take back your space?

Our days are longer than ever before and many people are finding themselves stuck in a rut and feel overwhelmed with the tasks of daily living.  With such busy lives it’s even more important that your home be a sanctuary and place to relax and rejuvenate. If you are constantly surrounded by mess and a never ending to do list it will be more difficult to take time for yourself.

Every aspect of your home influences your life, either physically or emotionally.  It has a direct impact on your time, finances, health, relationships and your overall happiness and well being.

When people are in balanced and harmonious environments they

• are much happier
• work better
• are efficient and productive
• understand more easily, as a result, learn faster
• feel in control
• enjoy life, themselves, and whatever they do
• have an overall contentment surrounding them

On the other hand, people in chaotic environments often feel Read the rest of this entry »

Time Organization & Study Tips

I am a proud contributer to a fantastic magazine for pre teen and teenaged girls called “Girls Can Do Anything” It is all about helping young girls boost self esteem, learn how to be “real” and fights a lot of the pressures put on teen girls. Visit their website at www.gcdamagazine.com I recently wrote this article on studying tips for teens. Thought I would share it here.
I’m sure that you are so excited that exams are coming up…that you know that you’ll study every night, have everything prepared, and then ace the exam. Right? What??? You don’t think so?? Well let’s see how we can change that!  Read on to get easy tips to help you ace that exam! Read the rest of this entry »