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The COVID-19 pandemic is not only having an effect on our lifestyles but also on our living spaces, says a recent media release. After spending an unparalleled amount of time indoors, Canadians increasingly will look to fill their homes with natural, serene colours as a way to cling to famil…
With every change of season comes certain home to-do's, and this is especially true of fall - it's the one time we can prepare our houses and properties for the brutal winter conditions ahead. These 5 fall renovation projects you can do right now will help preserve the integrity of your home…
When I speak about meal planning, I’m usually greeted with one of two reactions. The first, when I’m speaking to a group of already converted to the practice: ‘’Meal planning is essential! Our family wouldn’t survive without it. We gain peace of mind, we decrease our mental load, we gain bac…
IKEA and LEGO recently announced a new exciting collaboration via press release and a media call with head designers of both worldwide brands.
Keeping the family organized is no easy feat, and as summer starts to wind down, you'll want to have organizational systems in place to stay on top of things from the get-go. There's social engagements to keep, sports activities and other extracurriculars, work obligations, birthdays, and more.
I absolutely love organizing toys, I find it one of the most satisfying projects. I also absolutely hate organizing toys, because it can be soooo frustrating. I feel like if you're a parent and reading this you know exactly what I’m talking about. It’s the same feeling that you get right af…
Ahhhh, the tiny closet. I feel like it must be some kind of inside joke between home builders and architects. ‘Hey man, I finished the hallway. Crap, I forgot to build a closet! I’ll just carve out this miniscule one foot space in the corner... they won’t notice that the door doesn't fully o…
2020 was predicted to be a great year for the Montreal real estate market, but once the provincial ordered shut-downs came into effect, many would-be buyers began to speculate that numerous homeowners would be financially-strained and have to sell their homes, easing prices and pressure on b…
One of my bigger struggles as a Professional Organizer is how to translate my routines and processes into sharable tips and advice. So much of how I live my life in terms of my daily routines have become so automated that it can be hard for me to realize its efficiency until I step back and …
Maybe its that I have it hardwired into my brain from having the summer off of school as a child but my mind definitely forms a direct line between summer and relaxation.
I often say that there is no magic wand to get you organized. And there isn't. But there are a few tricks you can use to maximize the space that you already have that can seem like magic (kind of).
So, my mom is going to kill me for writing this... well, not really kill me. I did give her a heads up (I’m not that mean), but she’ll probably be a bit... annoyed, let's say.
My garage is a perfect example of the benefits of labelling. I organized the shelving units so that it would fit all our excess pantry items, paper towels, toilet paper, soaps, you get the idea. But I didn’t label any of it. And now it’s a disaster. And worse yet, it’s my fault.
Organizing our kids keepsakes is generally quite a challenge, one that sinks its teeth into our own emotions. I work primarily with families with young children, and I find that the same questions surface over and over. What should we keep and how much of each category should be kept?
There’s just something about walking into your kitchen right after it’s been cleaned that simply feels amazing!
Are we cleaning our homes, or are we poisoning them? Cleaning the home with conventional store-bought products like Windex, Mr. Clean, Glade and Lysol seem normal to most people. Afterall, they are cleaning products, right? Well, they may do the job well, but they also fill up the home with …
Professional organizers and labels go together like peanut butter and jelly (or nut-free soy butter and jelly, depending on your allergies). So, it is shocking to me that it took me this long to put labels inside my refrigerator.
With each new season comes beautiful new products and trends to get your hands on. Here are a few you'll love.
Wayfair Inc. recently announced through a media release that singer, songwriter, trusted voice coach and TV host Kelly Clarkson will serve as the retailer’s first official brand ambassador in the U.S. The all-new, integrated partnership with Clarkson, which spans TV, digital and retail, aims…
Big brand cleaners are laden with chemicals, however there are lots of simple ingredients you can use to keep your home spic and span that are right in your own kitchen. Try these homemade cleaners that are easy to make and are effective too.
Believe it or not, home decor companies are already looking to spring and warmer weather with their latest product announcements. Check out these 4 new decor products you'll love.
In case you aren’t aware, Marie Kondo is a “tidying expert” from Japan. She wrote a book called The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up in 2012 and excited the world when her Netflix show Tidying up with Marie Kondo premiered on January 1st.
A massive wall space is like a blank piece of paper: such a daunting thing! What should you hang above your bed or over the living room couch? Or what should be placed down that long hallway?
The holidays quite often means hosting guests at your home, and keeping up with your own household plus extras can be draining. So here are some ways of preparing your home for guests so you can enjoy the holiday season as much as your visitors.
Do you get completely stressed and anxious during the lead up to an awesome vacation? (FYI, I have both hands up over here!)
YES!! Ask anyone who has worked with a professional organizer and they’ll tell you the same. A professional organizer doesn’t just “organize” – they give you your time, sanity and space back.
Benjamin Moore recently revealed its Colour of the Year 2020 as First Light 2102-70 – a soft, rosy hue blooming with potential.
The winter is starting to drag on a bit and cabin fever is setting in. But don’t worry: our interior design experts have tons of great tips on how to make your home feel warmer and cosier from now until spring. Here’s a quick checklist of things you can do now to get you through the rest of …
Call me crazy but the thought of losing my paper agenda has literally woken me up in the middle of the night. The fact that I had so much valuable information in one irreplaceable place had to stop. I couldn’t take it anymore, I had to go digital.
Our kitchen pantries become the catch-all for all the dry goods in our house, from cereal and crackers to dried pastas and rice, spices, oils and vinegars, and so much more.
What will reignite your excitement for summer? Maybe a few new additions to your summer decor. From the inside out, here are 6 home decor products you need right now.
It's decided, in front of your screen you started your search to find the perfect place to settle and enjoy life!
I don’t know about your home, but in mine the kitchen is one of the places we spend the most time in. Which means it gets messy the quickest (and when I say messy, please know I actually mean downright dirty) and also needs the most upkeep to maintain. Even with a busy family of five (plus…
If you are anything like me chances are you’re getting in the car to drive somewhere for Christmas. Whether that trip takes 30 minutes or 3 days, the last thing you need is to be fumbling around the car for a snack for hangry passengers or a toy to placate a whining child (or adult).
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I recently started taking a closer look at the time we spend looking for things. The studies I looked up which evaluate time spent looking for misplaced items vary between 10 and 55 minutes a day. This means that even if we are extremely conservative, 10 minutes per day times an average of 6…
January was a busy month here in residential organizing land. This has meant having many chances to assess what similarities I can observe at my clients’ houses and what sort of lessons can I extract from my time spent with them to benefit you who reads this blog. By far, the biggest theme …
Earth Day is a day to give Mother Earth a little bit of tender lovin' care, and there are lots of ways you can do that with the whole family.
After decades of close collaboration, the Benjamin Moore colour specialists have partnered with The Alpha Workshops artisans to create a special Capsule Collection of 15 hand-painted wallpapers featuring Benjamin Moore premium paints including CENTURY, Aura and studio finishes, a press relea…
Do you feel that? The warmth of the sun (albeit just a hint)? The days are getting a tad longer. The snow is slowly disappearing. Spring is definitely on the horizon, and it's the perfect time to get the house tidied and cleaned up in time for summer.
We recently ran an article on organizing small spaces in our print edition, featuring tips from our amazing professional organizers Allison Weigensberg of Everything In Place and Mylène Houle Morency of FLO Organisation. Here are their suggestions for organizing bedroom closets and entryways…
My son was obsessed with Wall-E when he was younger. We watched that movie almost daily. It scared me on so many levels! I mean, a dystopian future in which we humans have destroyed the earth with waste and become so lazy, obese and disconnected from other humans that even handholding feels …
We recently ran an article on organizing small spaces in our print edition, featuring tips from our amazing professional organizers Allison Weigensberg of Everything In Place and Mylène Houle Morency of FLO Organisation. Here are their suggestions for organizing kitchens and bathrooms in mod…
Spring is right around the corner which means that we all got our tax in the mail already and our new 2019-2020-2021 municipal assessment is in. While some of you will be happy to see an increase in their property's value, others might complain about a decreased assessment value.
One of the key ways to optimize your efficiency when working from home is having a functional home office. Without the proper setup that is conducive to your work habits, your time will be wasted and you'll find that you're not nearly getting enough done. So here are some home office essenti…
Spring is an ideal time to put your home on the market - the changeover of seasons is also a great opportunity to refresh things at home and get ready to list your house. One of the best ways to present your home to buyers is to do a little home staging. The goal of home staging is to make a…
Are you finally ready to buy your first home? Have you started browsing real estate websites to find the hidden gem?
A recent press release announced that Wayfair Inc. (NYSE:W), one of the world’s largest online destinations for the home, is partnering up with Sarah Richardson of HGTV Canada’s fan favourite series Sarah Off The Grid. She will appear in a Wayfair.ca TV campaign and will serve as a spokesper…
Upon meeting with clients, one of the many reoccurring questions realtors come across is “When is it the right time to put our home on the market?” I would say in this hot market – any time is good as any!
Living Coral was announced as the “it” color for 2019 – a pink tinted hue with an orange and golden undertone. Pantone releases a color ever year, making it a trend to follow in design and décor concepts.
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