Category Archives: Favorite Products

Useful organizing tips for Evernote - Part 2

May 11, 2010 - 11:55 pm

Here are more tips for Evernote - my favorite online system for filing and sharing! Take photos of the wiring setup for your computer and television/dvd/stereo center so that if you move anything, you can put things back where they go. Scan and save warranty information for major appliances and electronics. Scan and save documents as PDFs and shred the un-needed [...]

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Favorite Product Alert: Butler Bag

April 30, 2010 - 10:58 am

Restoring organization to your purse! There are lots of different ways to keep things from falling to the bottom of your bag or purse. Some people use small, clear bags to hold items such as gum, tissue or make up, attach charms or tags to cell phones and keys, or use accordion files for coupons and [...]

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The popular sticky note with an innovative feature

April 28, 2010 - 10:51 pm

There isn’t an office or home that doesn’t use the ubiquitous sticky note for jotting down everything from directions to phone numbers and messages. That’s why this new product from Rediform is so valuable. It creates a carbonless copy of the sticky note so you can keep it as a reminder. It’s also conveniently wallet-sized so you [...]

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Quick Organizing Tip - Repurposed Rolodex

April 20, 2010 - 9:08 am

Now that most contact information is stored electronically, you may have a Rolodex sitting on a shelf gathering dust. But don’t write it off just yet! There are many useful and innovative ways to repurpose that “old” organizer: Store recipes and pictures of dishes - use the transparent sleeves to keep it clean from spills in [...]

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A unique way to organize with binder clips

April 10, 2010 - 11:27 am

When I saw this tip, I knew I had to share it right away. Sometimes the smallest object can make a huge organizing difference. And talk about innovative!

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Elizabeth’s Favorite Things: Dual Purpose Hanging File

April 5, 2010 - 11:20 pm

This product definitely deserves credit for an innovative little feature that turns a standard office item into a unique organizer. If you notice, there are pivoting hangers on the corners that allow you to use this as a hanging file, or when you’re on-the-go, fold them down and carry it like a regular file! Blue exterior with gray [...]

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Useful organizing tips for Evernote

March 31, 2010 - 10:53 pm

A couple of months ago, I blogged about Evernote, and now I have some even more useful tips on taking advantage of this digital filing system: Save your printer’s ink cartridge numbers, so you always know which one to pick up or stock up on when you find a great sale. Keep track of your loved one(s) clothing [...]

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Elizabeth’s Favorite Things: Slimline Hangers

March 18, 2010 - 10:25 am

You may have seen my recent newsletter where I answer a question about one of my favorite closet organizing products. If you missed it, I talked about the slimline hanger - a must-have for any client who is organizing their closet space. As its name suggests, it has a slim profile and takes up much less [...]

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Organize with everyday items

February 25, 2010 - 7:40 am

It’s not always necessary to buy a lot of new products to get organized. I tell my clients that a lot of organizing solutions are already in their home or office. It’s just about looking at them from a different perspective. For example, glass jars aren’t just for jam or snacks. Use them to group and [...]

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Before and After - Bulletin Board

February 15, 2010 - 9:26 am

What does your bulletin board say about you?  Is it covered with papers?  Divided in sections?  How organized are you?  Bulletin boards can be a lifesaver when you use them consistently and efficiently! But what happens when it becomes inundated with clutter?  Read this RealSimple article about one family’s bulletin board makeover!

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