Get Things Done - By Making THESE Changes

[@lourdescintron4882]

I watch most of your videos regarding organization more than once. This one, well, it looks like I will be watching it over and over to remind me that being organized is not a big chore! Thank you!!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Love that! Thanks, Lourdes!

[@noramurphy3242]

Thanks for your very enthusiastic, very helpful tips. Even though sometimes we know some of these ways to keep our lives clutter free, having a reminder does wonders for getting our rear in gear. Life will always be a process, thanks goodness for someone like you to keep us moving. I look forward to you every week!!!

[@hazelpoole1954]

My one success story has always been the mail! Love going to the mail box, bring it into the house or if it’s trash day I stand at the recycle bin right there and then! Take it to my desk and we’ll there I need to improve, lol. A work in progress every day. At the moment just getting out of bed in the morning is the big win!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Well done, Hazel! 🍂🌻🍂

[@dianamcmahon51510]

For the past couple years I've been using the one in/one out rule. Also, before I buy something I ask myself three things: 1. Do I *want* this or *need* this? 2. Will I really use this? 3. Have I been functioning without this? Love your videos so much!!!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

That's a great one!!!!! Want/Need! Huge differences! I WANT everything I see at Hobby Lobby! LOL But, I only need the glue I came in for. :) I really like #3 too! Great job, Diana!

[@darlenehaley6781]

I really appreciate you addressing the disabled and chronic illnesses person. This is one if my main triggers. I watch all these videos and want to them all. Thanks again and God bless you 🙏🏻✝️

[@mbs8001]

Watching this on day 3 of a debilitating migraine and feeling like a failure for all the things I didn’t get done. It’s so amazing that she mentioned this.

[@amyfouts9781]

Thank u so much 4 2days video. How do u get so many declutter ideas over the years? What ever u do don't stop with those ideas. Have a great night.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Glad you like them!

[@dearsuester]

Thank you Noreen I have made a 'hot spot' in my hallway and now everyone knows how to use it! So handy I don't know how I managed before. Love from Limerick, Ireland.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Yay!!!! I am so glad you have found something that is working!!!!

[@vonnie4781]

Thank you so much! My mama taught us to “do it as you go”. Our house was never cluttered or dirty. She did that with 5 kids and being a pastor’s wife for large churches. But... unfortunately some of her example didn’t stick! I didn’t know what it took until I had my own family. I love listening to you because you not only motivate me, but you give me so much direction that I needed to be reminded of! Many, many tips that I had no idea how to accomplish. So, thank you again!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

You are so welcome!

[@nancyathearn8298]

Norrine, i just want to tell you how nice your black & white top looked in your office, in front of your beautiful green/blue boxes with black & white accents! Love it!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thank you so much!

[@lindasonnenberg3704]

Great tips! It's the small steps and the little things that get you there! 🙂

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Absolutely!!

[@gerrieriihimaki6446]

I used to put my prescriptions on my calendar (great idea🙂) but now my pharmacy does it automatically. Once less thing to remember.❤️

[@sandienichols9781]

I love your ideas! Your voice is so soothing and relaxing. I listen to you when I’m feeling stress and within a minute or so I take a deep breath and feel the stress melting. Thank you so much for everything!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Oh thank you, Sandie!

[@pattyfowler9987]

My husband has always done that. One in and one out.

[@bonniehoogeveen5235]

My sister and I purged my closet about two years ago. It was great fun to do it together. We put the donated clothing into a box, closed it when it was full and immediately brought it to the local thrift store. The old jeans I am using to sew decorative stockings for the grandkids for Christmas. I cut them out immediately to eliminate the bulk and have them all ready when it's time to sew. Oh, it's time to purge my closet again! ;-)

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

That is awesome, Bonnie! Way to handle your upcycled items so they weren't space takers!

[@pattyfowler9987]

Every time I watch you I wish I could have you as a counselor. I have had a very hard time finding one where we live. I made my yellow, green and pink lists. And I thought it was very wise. I actually shared it with my Dr. and my husband. I did add an extra page to write down my accomplishments. Thank you!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

OMG, Patty!!! I love that idea!!!!! Thank you for sharing that! Remembering all that we've accomplished is really important! Especially on those days when we are down on ourselves. Well done!

[@rpkent8884]

love the accomplishments list!

[@teresadonner17]

I love the idea of a hot spot, I'm forever gathering up receipts out of my purse UCK!!!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

My wallet would get so full I couldn't close it... I genuinely LOVE my hot spot. It's my 'assistant' who always knows where things are, if they are not where they belong. LOL

[@carolyorks6254]

We give our magazines to the nursing home where my mother in law is living. I can't wait to implement some of these, especially the 5 main things each day.

[@loritopping1565]

As far as Files, I have a file box, one of the small plastic ones with a latching lid and a handle, I have one hanging file for each month. Everything that comes in that month goes in that file. I do have a FEW other files for other things, one for things pertaining to my elderly parents for example. At the end of the year I pull out anything we may need for taxes and the rest gets shredded or burned. So much easier to find things and SO MUCH LESS paper clutter. The box also holds a binder with our budget and other important things. It fits neatly into my closet.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Way to go, Lori! That sounds perfectly organized!

[@jogriffiths4797]

My laundry time saver hack is to have multiple baskets for taking dry washing off the line. I use 4 baskets that stack when not being used, and when I fold the washing, it’s already sorted into ironing, household (towels etc), my clothes & his clothes. If they need to go into the dryer to finish drying, then I sort into length of time in the dryer eg underwear seperate from towels.

[@rpkent8884]

so clever!

[@elisevautour6292]

.Hello dear friend. My favorite tidbit was when out shopping and seeing that product, visualize its place. Great tips from a professional. Thanks sunshine. 🌞

[@sarahfierro8637]

Thanks for all the good tips. Love it!

[@pativins8114]

I moved to Arizona a few years ago from SoCal - after a year I realized that the magazines I was receiving were not relevant to the semi desert I live in now - so I cancelled the magazines. No more pile up of magazines. We also change as we age 😉 Thank yo 🦋🌵🏠

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

So true!!!! What part of Arizona?? I lived in Chandler, Mesa and also Gilbert for a while....

[@lauraann7816]

ONE good habit I have is while the kettle is on and then while my tea steeps for a few minutes I do something in the kitchen. Wash out the pets' bowls - put away the dishes in drainboard - wipe down the table etc. I got into that by forcing myself to stay near the kettle. I would wander off and the kettle would be howling away and half the water would have gone away via steam. Yes I would forget the kettle was on 3 minutes after I put it on 😧 One in one out with the mugs (it was 4\4) was when I called my Honey Clutter Fairy Jr 😂 I said to my granddaughter Lacey - who is 7 now this was about a year ago - let's clean out your two clothes drawers so we have room for the clothes you will need for the new season. Kids actually do NEED new clothing because they are always changing. SHE said to ME okay Grandma we need 3 piles - keep- donate -toss. Whew I am doing pretty good not raising a Mini Me hoarder!!! Full Set Syndrome is another thing I try to steer her away from. Kids are taught by advertising that they NEED to collect the entire collection of LOL DOLLS or Hatchimals etc. Then before you know it Series II comes out and it goes on and on. She's very good at being happy with what she gets I have to say. My son always was too. I snapped myself out of FSS a few years ago, and have never gone back. I don't need every paper pad in a collection or every colored pencil a brand makes - I very happily realize that now. And I'm okay with it. Just don't try to take away any I already have lol 😈

[@marybethfrain7165]

Laura Seiden love this 😊😊

[@patriciaribaric3409]

Same with stairs - If I am going up I find something that needs to go up with me, and repeat on the way down. I'm 66, and noway do I want to make extra trips.

[@lauraann7816]

I will be 58 on Thursday , and usually feel much older. I live in a ranch style house, but do have 13 steps going to the basement where the laundry area is. I had back, neck, shoulder and knee surgery. That last 5 steps coming back up is almost impossible sometimes. Your routine is definitely a good one!

[@lauraann7816]

Thank you Mary beth 😊

[@tammyr2966]

I do the same thing- little chores Ican manage while waiting for my tea- or washing dishes as I’m waiting for dinner to cook so I don’t have so much to wash after dinner! Mini tasks help so much - that and breaking down large tasks into little ones to eventually get the big one done!

[@prentzess]

I like the wardrobe suggestion. I really need to update my closet. Rather than purchasing "willy-hilly," I should think out what kind of wardrobe I want/need before buying anything.

[@deborahcorreale352]

Love the one in one out !!!!

[@robertadunn1572]

Love the tips! Believe it or not. My hubby and son have more clothes and shoes then I do. And they have more of a hard time purging their stuff more then I do in that department. Now for me purging my craft supplies is my problem,but since this staying home order ,i took a long hard look at everything and it took me a couple days but I sat down and asked myself " are you ever gonna finish this project?" " Do you really need all of this paper scraps and cardboard boxes?" And I was coming up more of no's then Yes's, so I donated to an organization that takes those supplies and has an floor in their store that is just for teaches to come and get what they need for their classroom supplies and they are all Free for them,so when I took all of the boxes and bags to them they were so blown away at the amount I donated and it felt great two ways,Made me feel organized in my craft room and knowing that a teacher won't have to spend any money on certain things they need . so it was a Win,Win. I use to use old magazines to make paper mache things like pumpkins and easter eggs all when my son was small. Love your channel!! God Bless!😘

[@noradunlap7539]

Yet again!! So helpful!! TFS! Big Hugs!!🥰

[@kimisbister3951]

Norrine, you are just the best! You have the best ideas and I thank you so much for sharing them!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thank you so much!

[@vayes7958]

Great video..... One in one out is one I wished I was good at...😁 When I go thru mail, the junk mail, after name and address are removed, go in recycling... The pieces with personal info go in another small "trash can" and once it's full I feed it thru my shredder.... I always enjoy your videos

[@emilyhosford1626]

I sort my mail before I leave the Post Office. If the government deemed it necessary to get junk mail to me, then they should be responsible for the cost to get rid of it!. Loved this segment.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Tee hee. I like it!

[@jillianguilford5191]

I like sorting mail over a trash can. I get rid of trash, including the envelopes - the companies contact info is on the document inside. I also bring the donate box, trash bag with me when I declutter. Keeps momentum.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

So smart!!!!! Keeps that clutter from every accumulating!

[@libharriss996]

I reorganized my bathroom drawer today while waiting for computer to boot up! Thanks for the inspiration!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Wonderful use of time!!!! Woohoo!

[@isabellabihy8631]

Hello Norrine, I'd plan for no more than 60% of the available time, it makes room for unexpected events. It's also a precaution if you struggle with mobility issues, you never know if it's going to take longer to complete. Five a day does not only apply to veg intake, but to getting small things done. I totally agree to the points (1) know where the thing you're about to buy will have a place to go in you home, (2) purge one, get new one (clothes, shoes).

[@veronicalively2937]

Thanks for being so well grounded n down to earth I appreciate you

[@LiveLifeCreating]

My favorite tip is for retail therapy. Your tip to have a place to put the new purchase is great. I’m going to be more diligent in doing this from now on. It will greatly improve my clutter mess.

[@vblack7770]

Bullet journaling saves me from wasting time, but also logging the past, and scheduling the future. I also throw something out for every piece if clothing I buy. I do this with other things as well. No storage for unused things, unless it is holiday decor, which I also limited to a limited amoubt of space/boxes.

[@kathysoder5868]

Thank you so much for this channel, you have helped me so much more than you will ever know❤❤❤😷

[@rpkent8884]

me too!

[@susancrosier5420]

Hi Norrine. Great tips. I too am a morning person. I purge my closet twice a year when changing out seasonal clothing. I have slowed down purchasing clothes since I retired. Craft supplies are my downfall as you know. Lol wonderful ideas especially the lists. Hugs. Stay safe

[@lesliehobson3196]

Back some months ago, I decided that I needed a designated place to open my mail. The location between my kitchen & dining area has been the best choice for me. There is a trash bin available to immediately discard junk mail & excess envelopes & packaging of all kinds. I also have handy an inked roller to mark out my name & address (no shredder yet), a letter opener, & a box cutter. I am able to open envelopes & packages, trash what I do not need or want, & carry what stays to its respective place & leave it. Having everything I need in the same place has eliminated a major headache for me. Now, I just have to work on keeping paperwork better organized by having a better filing system & a designated time to get it done! Thank you for your suggestions! Hugs 🌹

[@tiaguile6865]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge. I currently suffer from CHAOS aka can't have anyone over syndrome. I have noticed a slight change in my attitude towards climbing out of this mess. A good change. Thanks to you and clutterbug. ❤️

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I've not heard that acronym! SO TRUE!!!!

[@suegrinager1986]

My library checks out magazines on line. This cured my magazine clutter problem.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Oh, how lovely!!!! I was just thinking the other day that I need to 'schedule' leisure library time. I used to do it weekly when my kids were younger.... I need to start back up!

[@martaescobar7625]

I did that with books....not how to books or instructional painting etc. books, but I read this mystery and done....love my iPad for that.

[@vondascreations-vondagray4113]

Favorite: has to have a place before I buy it! Thanks so much.

[@deeaguilar2183]

I'm a crafter, so I make myself do one spot cleaning before I can sit to craft or watch craft channels. It's working! My mailbox is across the yard where my trashcan is kept, I dump sales, politics, and anything like that before I carry the bills in. My problem is clothes, and tools I need to follow your advice a purge an item to bring another in. Thank you Norrine

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Do the clothes by type! Just pull out shirts, for example. Really look at each one. Check for stains, holes, etc. Then you can decide if you still love it, or if you can donate or toss it. Then celebrate and take a break before you start the next type of clothing. You've got this!

[@deeaguilar2183]

@@TheCraftyOrganizer Thank you will do this for sure.

[@mariabaker9201]

Thank you so much for the tips.I try to keep organised by having a blackboard on the back of my front door,so I don't forget things. Also there is one in my kitchen for my things to do. I can just rub the items out when complete.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Love that idea!

[@rubisobieski4572]

Hi Norrine, great tips, as aways. With regard to dealing with receipts, I keep mine in a pretty flowered box that you can buy in any craft store. They are quite decorative and can be placed "in the open" and no one will know what it's hiding. Once a month or so I go through the receipts and clip them together by date, which makes it simple to locate a recept when needed.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

That's PERFECT!!!! The white box at the top of my bookshelf with the black handle is my receipt box! LOL Great minds think alike. :)

[@bethhartzler9891]

One Big Thing A Day -- I'll take this challenge! Thanks for being so open and direct.

[@johnibrazzell764]

Your such a blessing and SMART!!:))

[@l.baughman1445]

Packed! Lots and lots of stuff that I need to do. Also, great reminders. Needed this today!! 😷👍

[@judysbakeryandtestkitchen1654]

Great tips! Pharmacy texts me for refills, but that’s a great backup! I too, have gotten rid of clothes. I see jokes in my wardrobe. Tired of scrub pants and t shirts.

[@lalagamma4452]

I take all the junk out of the car at the end of the day. I gather all the trash and put it outside the door while the dog eats. When he gets walked the trash goes too. I set up coffee and waters the night before. Sometimes I cook a couple of meals at a time. They are small things but it saves time and energy later.🥰🤗😊🦋🍂🐞

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

HUGE helpers!!!! Well done, Lala Gamma!

[@crafterintherough]

The mail 😱 I swear it multiplies on its own if you don't get to it right away. 😂

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Only the bills!!! LOL

[@cathleenleininger9819]

Hi. Have been recycling the junk mail every day. Does make a big difference in the amount of paper that we receive at the end of the week. Thanks for all the great tips.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Yes it does!

[@rhondaj9976]

I really need a hot spot. It seems like my entire desk is loaded with stuff.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Mine was too! It's one of my favorite things that's helped me.

[@maritzasantana2217]

Hi Norrine ☀️I love all of your organization tips. Going to work on my closet 💃🏻Stay safe

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Yay! Thank you! Keep me posted on your closet. Good luck!

[@rhondabarlow6532]

I just started following you. I have enjoyed you so much. Thank you for sharing.!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

So nice to have you here! Thank you!!

[@cassfonnesbeck8057]

Great tips Norrine! My biggest downfall is magazines! I never have enough time to read all of them!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

You and me both! That's why I knew about the subscription review! I finally had to be honest with myself and cancel my subscriptions. I LOVE to have them, but don't make the time to read them. LOL

[@cassfonnesbeck8057]

@@TheCraftyOrganizer I used to lie to myself and say I'd catch up. Now I realize there's not enough time left in my lifetime for that to happen. LOL!!

[@suzum.9713]

Excellent.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@sharonfowler9971]

Liked the take mail and toss everything but the bill,and shopping therapy tip, I am a shopper and craftroom was my dream and my most costly possession, true but I'm determined to clean for Cold weather and cozy homefront,retired but went back to work not on SSi but 30 years at a Civil workers job.so now full time at a job, and juggling home,and retired husband and custody of grandson,busy but happy.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I love that.... busy but happy 💜

[@mariehocking9607]

Some terrific suggestions. Thank you so much. I have just organised my summer/winter wardrobe and I will be trying out a few of your other ideas starting tomorrow. I like to say I am not a hoarder but I am a grateful receiver😀 My home has a lot of things other people got tired of so they gave them to me. It is very eclectic collection but I love it. 🥰 Cheers Marie‘downunder’

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I love that. I am a grateful receiver too!!!!

[@cherylschultz3220]

I love the tip about scheduling reminders for refilling medicine! I can't tell you how many times I've forgotten that I was on my last refill!

[@danalynge1915]

Great tips! I need to follow through on the closet. I already use the hotspot for mail and eliminate junk mail and envelopes as they come in. The next thing I want to do with the bills and filing is to see what I don’t have to keep and get rid of that. Thanks so much!

[@beckyb4074]

Thanks for all your tips and reminders, I really appreciate all the information you put out, and will be watching most of your videos more than once. Take care and God bless you and yours. Sincerely Becky B from Arkansas

[@brandyhuckabee1382]

Wonderful tips

[@ninacox6865]

When I make a list I get more things done. If I have a big project I need to do I start psyching myself up a few days ahead of time. I imagine every part of it and when the day comes I’m ready to do it When I go to do spring cleaning I make a list of step by step things to do. This way I don’t forget to wipe the overhead light or fan

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

That's a great idea! Thanks for sharing, Nina!!!!

[@beverlyrandallprovost]

Oh my goodness I feel the same way I get up early going strong then the later it gets the more I drag 🙃 I told my husband I'm good in the am but in the evening dont ask me cause it want get done I have been working on my entertainment center i will send pic its a big mess right now but my daughter says it looking great thank you so very much ☺

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Hi, Beverly OH!!! I can't wait to see it!!!! You can share pictures to my Call Clutter Fairy Group page on Facebook: facebook.com/groups/730125317461615/

[@debbiewalker4704]

Great tips Norrine. I've got tons of organizing to do, but can't find time. I've got lots of ideas, mostly from you, but most days I have 3 toddler grandchildren to take care of all day. I also have a 7 year old grandson who is doing "on line school." Someone has to sit with him to make sure he is paying attention and getting his assignments done. I told my adult daughter yesterday, that "all I want is about 10 hours alone in the basement to get some cleaning done. I'm telling you, my basement would terrify even you.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Enjoy those grandbabies now!!! The timing will be perfect... I'll have my RV in a few years and can come and help 😊

[@debbiewalker4704]

@@TheCraftyOrganizerI don't think the rest of my family can wait a few years. Although it would be great to have your help. You see, I want to move my crafting space to the basement so the family room can be freed up. Right now the family room is my craft room/kids play room. Sometimes the two don't go together well. I don't know how many times I have to reset my printer because little fingers love to press buttons.

[@roxannepratt5187]

Great tips!!! Looking back on 2020's items to improve time, energy, & money when possible: Mudroom area - 2 bins - recycle & shred for anything coming into the house. Hubby's responsible for the next steps for these bins. Went paperless for anything possible. Paper items "to keep" go in one of two baskets "address weekly" & "6 mos hold then purge". I designated one credit card for auto paying bills - this way they're always on time and my record of pymt is in one place then I simply divide part of each paycheck into equal payments to that cc with the balance going into the checking account for food, gas, etc. We have two bills that require an actual check pymt (how archaic lol) so in January & June when purging (as previously mentioned) I write out all 6 mos checks in advance put them in their stamped addressed envelopes (SASES lol) & store them in a $T coupon accordian file in my desk to send out each month. We refinanced (after 5 years in this house) & dropped our pymt by $123/mth. I scheduled yearly drs in September and our dentists September & March (after sumner fun & before the holiday rush). I used to do it at the beginning of the calendar year but I find I'm more of a hermit in January and just want to put my house back in order after the holiday craziness. Positive by-products of COVID have been, like many, cleaning, purging, & donating. I also found shopping online for groceries a positive in regards to time & money - my bill was dropping because I wasnt in the store seeing sales etc. Unfortunately I've noticed price increases the last two months and I'm concerned the "doom & gloom preppers" might be a little correct in their predictions of food shortages vs pricing, sigh 🤔 I've discovered the joy of card making as an addition to my crafting repertoire. On the whole, even with the chronic pain & depression of fibromyalgia, I've kept to my list, with the exception of the September medical apps due to COVID. They've both been bumped back into January again lol. I still struggle with the "bigger projects" section of life right now. I find myself overwhelmed so I just keep trying the "chunk it" method but it's frustrating because I've always been a work til it's done person. I'm being taught (kicking & screaming) about patience lol. I almost forgot a very important addition to my sphere - you. I really appreciate our connection via KZbin, Facebook & E-mails & the connections I've made there as well. So Thank You for all you give me & us just by being you!!!! 💜

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

OH!!! That last paragraph got me. 🌺🌿🌺 You are so on top of everything!!!! I should be watching YOUR channel! And those cards you are making - art! I am so happy to have connections with you as well. Thank you for sharing how you've overcome and conquered your home, your pain, and found joy in it all. xoxoxox

[@portiaread9484]

Wow, those are great tips also! You are blessed with a wonderful husband. Best wishes for continued patience .

[@roxannepratt5187]

@@portiaread9484 ty

[@rpkent8884]

such great ideas! loved the auto pay account and Dr appts.

[@MyDjturner]

I really love the hot box idea and the drop area...I have a spot for it and I think a bit of DIY with a piece of furniture is what I can do. Its in my action plans. Thanks for making it seem easy to get started and finish

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

You are so welcome! Let me know how it goes!

[@makulewahine]

I love this!! My recycle bin is on my way from the mail box to the front door. I usually just purge on my way to the house so it doesn't even come in to my space.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Love that!

[@sharicole4255]

It's really good to hear all these great suggestions and reminders

[@ArtyAntics]

When I finish loosing weight I’m going to have a capsule wardrobe! It’s such a good idea and I can buy just a few things from sustainable brands that don’t exploit their workers & thrifted items 😊 purging clothing is getting easier as things are too big! I think what you said at the beginning about energy after 4pm/7pm etc is gold. Our body clocks wind down after we eat our dinner so we start to produce melatonin to sleep later. If we start doing a lot or are working in bright light/on screens, our body thinks it it still daytime and wakes us back up. I am a former insomniac so my life changed when I learnt this. I also loved your no shopping till you have a spot for it. I would add no free items to that! Trying to teach this one to hubby with the VHS tapes he just bought home!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

OH!!! That's a good one! No free things either!!!! As someone (as you know) who LOVES those curbside finds.... It still rings true! It has to have a place to live!!!

[@vayes7958]

Great refresher😁

[@carolhydon7324]

HiNorrine! A very useful video, thank you. I’m quite good with my post and clothes, they are uncluttered. Thinking about where to put something, before you buy it ....... brilliant idea! I’m worse now with the covid thing! When I’m out I’m always thinking, I’ll just get that incase we can’t get out for a while!!!! Sending love to the US from the UK ! Xx

[@anaschulz8084]

I’m working really hard to implement all of these great tips!

[@dianeboileau2026]

All very good tips! Morning is when I have the most energy up until about 2 or 3 in the afternoon. I'm pretty good about purging my clothes and I'm good about the bills being paid on time. I'm not a big shopper except when it comes to crafts.....then watch out.....lol! Actually I have been better about it lately because I don't like spending too much time in a store with people who don't social distance or wear a mask! Where I lack is shredding documents.....I admit I have a whole big bin full of papers to shred. I will honestly try to schedule some time each day or every second day to do this for a specific amount of time. I like to make lists of tasks that I want to do the following day so I will put that on my list for tomorrow! Thank you for sharing and hope you don't live close to the California fires! Thinking about those who do and hope everyone stays safe!

[@vickiedreamin590]

Great video! Thank you for these tips-from the very first tip I was inspired!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thanks, Vickie! I'm so glad!

[@jillkalaniopio5863]

I am so glad I found your channel!!!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Me too!! Thanks for being here! 🌺

[@mafish7962]

Really practical advise, tfs, Laura x

[@CynicismForLife]

It's like you are looking right at me and seeing everything I do wrong that makes my life more difficult LOL. You are brilliant with your understanding of human nature when it comes to managing a household. You have taught me something so valuable...stop leaving projects and papers laying out in plain site so I remember to take care of them. I must leave out 5-10 things at a time and all that ever happens is I just start not seeing them anymore and they sit out forever never getting taken care of and adding to the clutter. You help me see how stressful this is on my psyche and that I need to put all those things out if sight until I actually work on them. I already have done this and feel so much relief. I did not even realize this was happening until you pointed it out. Thank you, thank you! ❤❤❤

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I am SO happy that it helped!

[@CynicismForLife]

@@TheCraftyOrganizer And may I add that your funnel down method is helping me more than anyone else's ideas for organizing....and the Dropbox idea too! How can I become your Penpal through snail mail? I forgot what video that info is in. Thx💜

[@linbron2018]

Norrie you will be proud of me, I always keep a box with the words DONATE and it’s way easy to just drop items in as I wear an outfit and not happy any,ore it goes straight in the box. I have donated so far 60 % of of clothing

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

That is so awesome!!!!! When it's out like that - you are more aware of 'letting go' of things. Great job!

[@teresastorms3774]

All your tips are great! I definitely love the one in, one out rule and to know where something will live when you buy it. Also, your black and white polka dot top is super cute and you really pop with the pretty blue behind you. 😊

[@hsepulveda1]

Great advice! Thank you!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

You are so welcome!

[@ima.happy.hippie]

Thank you for these tips. My "productive time" varies day to day, but with these ideas I'll make the most of it from now on!! You rock! I always overcommit because I have a very hard time saying "no". I've been doing the Rx reminder for a couple years. It has been great!! Apparently, retail therapy is a form of self-medicating for people with mental disorders. I wasn't aware of that until recently. It was a lot easier when I lived in an RV and the apt to follow the one in one out rule. Now that I have this big house, it seems kind of empty in places, so it's much harder to do that.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Saying "no" is my biggest downfall. Every time I am over extended and stressed out of my mind, all I have to do is reflect how I got there... it's me not saying no. LOL Say it with me: "I will get better - and start saying no!.... I will get better - and start saying no!"

[@sylviapearson301]

I need the bin for incoming mail, I’m going to try this for myself and my husband. 🌸

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I love my bin! It's made my life much easier!

[@rpkent8884]

I finally brought the shredder that lived in my garage into my office. Now instead of a pile to shred waiting to go out, I can shred immediately!

[@lindastark1110]

One thing that has helped me is that I only do grocery pickup. I can look and find new stuff to buy if I’m in the store. Even on Instagram has to many things to buy, it makes me hate to open Instagram. I like the idea one in one out. This is hard for me I have way to many clothes. What I do is put a collapsable container that I leave in the closet so if I’m in there I’ll go though a couple items and get rid of it. Just a little at a time has helped me cull out stuff I don’t wear anymore or want to get rid of. Thanks again love Linda From Ammon Idaho ❤️🙋🏽‍♀️

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Grocery pickup is so smart!!! No impulse buying!! Love the bin in your closet too! Helps you remember to let a few items go. 😊

[@gailpape2927]

Great guidance.

[@karenfarnham8841]

Excellent advice!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Glad it was helpful!

[@litehsluvr1963]

Another place to donate books, magazines and jigsaw puzzles is your local behavioral health hospital. Just remember to keep away from titles that can trigger someone. Thanks Norrine for all your wonderful tips and advice!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Great tip! Thank you!

[@OrganizeCreateDecorate]

Excellent tips, as always, Norrine. I started going through everything this year. A few things our children want now, little has been tossed, but we've quite a bit ready for donation and everything is getting even more organized. Hubby has had some health issues this past year, so I'm doing the work in the garage with his guidance. Though the drawers were orderly, now that we've removed things we no longer need, I was able to make them look even better. 😁 That makes me very happy.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Well done!!!! Hope your hubby is on the road to recovery.

[@OrganizeCreateDecorate]

@@TheCraftyOrganizer A double thank you, Norrine. He is feeling so much better. Had me very scared there for awhile.

[@katzarm]

I sooooo wish this video was closed captioned, because I really could have used some hints to making changes here. But I have gotten a few hints and tips from reading all the comments. Hubby had a massive stroke 5 years ago, and I am his caregiver. He has problems with talking now, but before his stroke, he was my extra hearing aid -- telling me what was said. Being severely hearing impaired with Nerve Deafness, even with my hearing aids, I could not decipher the words being said. Gosh, to think 30 years ago I had perfect hearing. But with Nerve Deafness, there is no cause and no cure. Your hearing just continues to decrease as the disease progresses. But hubby and I still make a great team - even though he can't talk too well and I can't hear. We are still able to communicate in our own way. :)

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I am so frustrated with KZbin!!! They keep changing this feature.... and I didn't know it had been taken away again. I will see about getting it fixed asap! Sorry, Barb!

[@theresaduplessis6529]

Great tips. Thank you. 🦋🌷😎

[@annaryan4803]

Great advice!

[@estherwilliams4465]

Love that blouse lol

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thanks, Esther!!! I LOVE polka dots!!!

[@sallybischof4828]

I use those papers that come with ins statements re discrimination as scratch paper to blend or stamp on where stamps go over the edge of my cardstock. Other papers that are blank on the back side also. I have quite a stack and don't mind tossing with just a little ink on them.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Smart!

[@Art_With_Connie]

Thank you for all the great information

[@marthadewey1267]

Grranimals ! I love your channel - but that comment just made me smile and giggle!!!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

😁 I feel like nobody remembers Grranimals!!!! Glad you do!

[@gayemarianesfox2405]

I’m happy that I do most of these things already! It makes me feel good! I have a to-do list everyday or I wouldn’t get anything done. Ever. Some days I have to carry an item over to the next. You are such a huge blessing to so many!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Well done, Gaye!!!! Do you find doing these things helps your day go more smoothly?

[@beverleybee1309]

Ooo. Bill.! Thank you. 🤭

[@24get24give]

I've switched all but a couple of my subscriptions to online

[@tammygant4216]

I'm so late to this party. . .but OM Goodness this helpful!! Thanks!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Never too late. :D So glad it was helpful!