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Is your garage a cluttered cavern of forgotten treasures and misplaced odds and ends? It’s time to mark your calendars because Clean Out Your Garage Day is just around the corner, landing on September 9th, 2023. This designated day is the perfect opportunity to reclaim your garage from the chaos and transform it into a...

When summer comes to an end and the school year is on the horizon, getting organized is key to starting the semester off right. If you’re the parent of a kid heading back to school, staying organized on top of preparing your children for school can be challenging. Every parent has a different strategy for...

Moving, downsizing, and relocating are just a few reasons to declutter your home. But what does it mean to declutter like a minimalist? It’s when decluttering isn’t brought about by a life-changing event (like moving)  but rather by a lifestyle change. Minimalism encourages individuals to let go of their emotional attachments to some of their...

We’ve all been there: you spent the afternoon tidying up toys and asking the kids to put their toys away. And yet, by bedtime, the floors are littered with toys all over again and nothing is where it belongs. It seems to be a never-ending cycle of picking up toys and putting them away. It’s...

There are many reasons to donate to local Chicago charities. Most of us are already doing things to reduce, reuse, and recycle, so taking the time to locate nonprofits in your community that have specific needs is well worth your time.  You’ll feel good about your choice to help others, and whether you’re decluttering or...

If you expect snow every year or the occasional ice storm, freezing temperatures can damage belongings if left unprotected outdoors. Depending on the materials, patio furniture can also be susceptible to mold and other types of damage. Other items, such as lawnmowers and recreational gear, have moving parts that can start to erode if left...