I’m Sam, a Certified Professional Organizer® from the Bay Area, California and I’m so glad you’re here! This blog is the heart of what I do. I absolutely love combining beauty with function to create homes that are simply organized, and I want to teach you how. Discover home organization tips for real life and learn how to declutter, design and create an inviting space.
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Hi! — long‑time readers and new visitors alike, welcome! If you’ve followed me for any amount of time since starting the blog in 2010, you know I care deeply about building an organized, intentional life — in my home, with my business, and in my wellness. So today, I’m excited (and a little anxious) to […]
Filed in : Health & Fitness, Personal, Productivity
November 5, 2025
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The holiday season is officially here, bringing with it all the joy, excitement, and—let’s be honest—complete chaos that comes with this time of year. Between holiday shopping, party hosting, family gatherings, cookie baking, and endless to-do lists, it’s easy for your home to spiral from organized to overwhelming in just a few days. But what […]
Filed in : Cleaning Tips, Holiday Organization
November 3, 2025
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The clocks fall back on November 2nd at 2 a.m., marking the end of daylight saving time for 2025. While gaining an extra hour of sleep sounds wonderful, the time change brings more than just an adjustment to your schedule—it’s also the perfect reminder to tackle important home maintenance tasks and implement strategies to manage […]
Filed in : Home Improvement, Time Management
October 27, 2025
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Halloween is just around the corner, and while the spooky celebrations are winding down, there’s one important task that shouldn’t be overlooked: organizing and storing your Halloween decorations properly. Whether you have a few pumpkins and string lights or an entire yard display that rivals a professional haunted house, now is the perfect time to […]
Filed in : Holiday Organization
October 20, 2025
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Recently a mom reached out about needing help in her teen daughter’s closet. Her closet is one I actually organized years ago when she was in elementary school. But now that she’s a junior in high school, the closet wasn’t hitting it anymore. While there for the consultation, and enjoying every minute of her humor […]
Filed in : Bathroom Organization
October 15, 2025
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Is your pantry overflowing with expired spices, half-empty boxes, and mystery ingredients shoved in the back? You’re not alone. The pantry is one of the most cluttered spaces in any home, but fall is the perfect time to tackle pantry organization before the busy holiday season arrives. Whether you have a spacious walk-in pantry or […]
Filed in : Pantry Organization
