Decluttering, Organizing, & Simplifying - Page 14

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Critique my idea for food storage shelves. Show me yours! started by diana_of_the_dunes (1/6/11 at 6:21am)	I love This Old House I think your shelves sound perfect! I am... 1/6/11 at 8:42am by columbusmomma	1	239
so do i betray DH and throw it all out? started by sosurreal09 (11/18/10 at 4:10pm) 1 2	I agree with the deadline. I am going to start doing that... 1/6/11 at 7:20am by maisiedotes	21	1,121
What should I do with my pain meds? started by MamitaM (1/2/11 at 2:13pm)	i kept mine. most stuff just gets weaker, not dangerous.... 1/5/11 at 7:19am by chel	4	228
Condiment clutter started by diana_of_the_dunes (12/27/10 at 5:28am)	We had this problem too and used a basket approach. We... 1/4/11 at 9:35pm by renaissanceed	5	283
Looking for safe toy box, suggestions?? started by carlaboz99 (12/28/10 at 10:56am)	What I use for now...... 1/4/11 at 9:40am by dayiscoming2006	9	851
Organizing sewing clutter? started by skybluepink02 (12/20/10 at 6:50am)	Those thread racks with pegs for each spool are fantastic. ... 1/4/11 at 9:21am by sapphire_chan	5	374
Has decluttering changed your gift buying habits? started by Punchy Kaby (12/15/10 at 6:50pm) 1 2	I see "decluttering" as part of our entire push to consume... 1/3/11 at 2:02pm by MsFortune	24	991
What is your favorite furniture item for organizing stuff? started by DaughterOfKali (12/28/10 at 11:53am)	I admit that I would love a big house. 1/3/11 at 1:28pm by DaughterOfKali	19	740
Do you ever feel "done" decluttering and/or simplifying? started by laurabfig (12/23/10 at 11:38am)	I am in maitenance phaseand have been for 2 years. Now about... 1/3/11 at 11:47am by MsBirdie	12	555
what to do with random toiletry items? started by marinak1977 (12/27/10 at 10:44am)	Around here you can also dontate them to the Food Bank. You... 1/3/11 at 12:28am by zebra15	11	395
Crying on Christmas! :-( started by Turquesa (12/25/10 at 6:11pm) 1 2 3	This. If I were dying of thirst, drowning still wouldn't... 1/2/11 at 9:45pm by Storm Bride	47	3,319
how do you organize medicines? started by iixivboots (11/24/10 at 1:26pm)	Medicine is definitely tricky. At least for me. I put our... 1/2/11 at 6:11pm by SomethingAnon...	16	482
What to do about the partner that loves clutter? started by Koalamom (12/28/10 at 5:07am)	We've been married for 3.5 years, and only just now has he... 1/2/11 at 5:11pm by HerRoyallHigh...	12	531
2010 in 2010 started by Hollysmom (12/31/09 at 6:22pm) 1 2 3…65	Thanks! I worked really hard and am especially proud of... 1/2/11 at 7:52am by PoetryLover	1,297	41,385
I think I need permission to toss some stuff! started by MamitaM (12/31/10 at 11:21am)	I donate my breast milk and I call the babies that I donate to... 1/1/11 at 8:49pm by MamitaM	13	399
50 items by Friday? Anyone want to join me? started by amyandelle (12/28/10 at 10:17am) 1 2	I have been working slowly on this and I am sure I made the... 1/1/11 at 10:13am by thriftyqueen	29	618
Help me figure out how to display a giant pow wow drum started by Koalamom (12/28/10 at 3:52am)	So Anchored up high it will be. Now my real question is a... 1/1/11 at 3:29am by Koalamom	5	207
Overwhelmed by maintaining my organized and tidy house! started by FloridaBorn (12/28/10 at 4:20pm)	I'm right there's with you I'm a total type i clean freak and... 12/30/10 at 7:44pm by Graceie	9	715
Respecting Materials vs. Fostering Creativity started by Ellien C (12/25/10 at 8:26pm)	I have been terrified in the past that my disposing of DD1's... 12/30/10 at 9:23am by Masel	12	522
Awesome decluttering articles, blogs, quotes and links started by PeacefulSeams (12/29/10 at 5:55pm)	Great idea for a thread. :D I love reading things that get... 12/30/10 at 7:05am by Danidama	1	840
One small victory to share started by clutterwarrior (12/1/10 at 11:14pm)	First, Im glad your son is in remission and that he doesn't... 12/29/10 at 1:05am by OkiMom	10	467
Quick purge and clean started by catscharm74 (12/26/10 at 5:58pm)	I should do this but I think I will have enough of a challenge... 12/28/10 at 11:59pm by OkiMom	5	271
Compact 2010! started by SageR (12/18/09 at 11:27am) 1 2 3…6	Oh boy. I did great until my birthday (August). Everyone asked... 12/28/10 at 3:35pm by sunnysandiegan	110	6,088
New Year's Rush (December Challenge) started by AFWife (11/30/10 at 4:07pm) 1 2 3	So, got my list finished a week or so ago and once I took down... 12/28/10 at 8:37am by Alyantavid	44	1,284
Christmas ornaments & storage started by Gray's Mommy (12/8/10 at 9:59am)	I moved a fair amount when I was single, so I usually bought... 12/28/10 at 12:36am by skreader	15	525
New approach to the post Christmas sales... started by clutterwarrior (12/26/10 at 11:14pm)	I braved the sales at Target to get Christmas stuff for next... 12/27/10 at 3:02pm by chely7425	7	282
Dare I wash microfiber couch cushions? started by APToddlerMama (12/4/10 at 2:59pm)	I finally did it and it turned out well! Thanks for all your... 12/26/10 at 8:06pm by APToddlerMama	10	9,186
Creative, ATTRACTIVE ways to organize kids' art supplies, puzzles, etc. started by crunchy_mommy (12/26/10 at 2:10pm)	i use the shorty wide mouth mason jars for everything, and put... 12/26/10 at 5:07pm by Jackies Ladybug	2	1,957
All those PAPERS!! I'm drowning!!! started by crunchy_mommy (12/13/10 at 12:24pm)	By the way, I love this advice!!! 12/25/10 at 8:34pm by youngspiritmom	16	635
Managers of Their Chores/Homes? started by frugalmama (12/10/10 at 10:19am)	I use the Managers of their Chores witih my kiddoes. For... 12/23/10 at 2:50pm by yitlan	2	454
Shouting out for Soulemama... started by mommaof3boz (10/6/10 at 11:40pm) 1 2	Did you hear???? Amanda is pregnant and due with their fifth... 12/23/10 at 1:21pm by mommaof3boz	29	5,068
Christmas Traditions - Stockings or no? started by tumblebeee (12/2/10 at 11:50pm) 1 2 3	Stockings for us, as many other's have suggested, are a great... 12/23/10 at 9:51am by lucyem	58	1,995
Getting help from a Professional Organizer-- My Progress started by mkksmom (11/28/10 at 3:49pm)	that is so cool! thanks for posting photos. i agree, it... 12/23/10 at 8:36am by doubledutch	10	853
200 items by christmas! Wanna join me? started by sewcool (12/20/10 at 7:55am)	my rabbit chewed up some of my lisk ACK! heres some of what... 12/22/10 at 8:35am by sewcool	1	90
Help me with this eyesore started by boogiemonster (12/20/10 at 11:45am)	You could fit a small desk where that toy chest is -- which... 12/22/10 at 7:52am by crunchy_mommy	12	492
Books - keep or get rid of? started by frugalmama (9/2/10 at 5:41pm) 1 2 3	half.com it's owned by eBay but it's not an auction - you list... 12/21/10 at 9:42pm by MsFortune	41	1,856
How do others keep up? How can I possibly keep up if I go back to study or work... started by clutterwarrior (11/17/10 at 3:18pm)	I went from SAHM to Student Parent this year and it's actually... 12/21/10 at 2:30pm by Om Girl	12	619
durable medical equipment started by somelady (12/20/10 at 5:45pm)	Ive done 2 things with stuff like that 1. I've put it out when... 12/20/10 at 6:00pm by zebra15	1	124
Christmas Mega-Cleaning Session? started by frugalmama (12/13/10 at 1:40pm)	Yep, we're slowly working our way through the house. We hosted... 12/19/10 at 2:01pm by sunnysandiegan	9	287
Has anyone read the book Simplicity Parenting? What did you think of it? started by worthy (12/8/10 at 9:45am)	OHHH, I found this on a search. I don't have a copy of this... 12/19/10 at 8:18am by crunchy_mama	19	1,098
Reflections on this forum - no longer afraid to come here! started by Ellien C (12/7/10 at 6:35am)	Whoo hoo!!! It helps that we are all doing this "together"... 12/17/10 at 5:05pm by coyotemist	11	345
Advice For Decluttering Photos and Sentimental Stuff started by Logan (12/15/10 at 5:04pm)	We keep a scrapbook for each of them, and this holds all those... 12/17/10 at 12:13pm by nanette0269	8	648
Downloads for daily/weekly/monthly organization started by hopefulfaith (12/13/10 at 6:37am)	after looking at these and MM and fly lady I think i might... 12/17/10 at 9:12am by Graceie	3	392
Any jewelry makers here? started by montlake (12/16/10 at 1:45pm)	Can you share how you have organized your workspace/supplies?... 12/16/10 at 1:45pm by montlake	0	75
Organization for cold weather started by berry987 (12/6/10 at 4:26pm)	Welcome to Wisconsin! :) I'm pretty happy with our... 12/16/10 at 6:12am by Owen'nZoe	5	328
Why do I even try?? started by AFWife (12/2/10 at 9:53am)	LOL. We finally got one like that. Out of six kids, number... 12/15/10 at 11:04pm by Usually Curious	16	641
How do I clean my stainless steel range hood? started by taubel (12/12/10 at 6:45am)	I also use barkeepers friend - they have a "stove top" cleaner... 12/14/10 at 5:39am by ChristyMarie	4	2,498
Small Home organization thread started by justmama (11/25/10 at 5:01pm) 1 2 3	Yeah it is an option. I'm single and my kids' dad lives... 12/10/10 at 7:05am by justmama	51	2,076
Planning ahead to next year - Xmas gifts for kids who don't really need anything started by worthy (12/1/10 at 5:39am) 1 2	Do they like to play dressup, or might they like it if they... 12/9/10 at 1:48pm by Crayfish	21	825
Children's shoe storage started by DeerMother (12/8/10 at 7:43pm)	We use these from Ikea, one per kid... 12/8/10 at 8:41pm by EviesMom	8	794