Fall Into An Organized Home

Fall Into An Organized Home

Here are 5 To-Dos That You Can Check Off In a Weekend.

Written By: Nicholas Ferguson

It seems like just yesterday we were breaking out our swimsuits for pool season. Now fall is just around the corner, and it’s time to bust out the sweaters and hot toddies. Just because it is cold outside, doesn't mean the party has to stop.  With just a few weeks left before the autumn chill sets in, now is the time to start organizing your home for fall and winter.

1. It’s time to clean out your closet 

Do your closets look like you have been “storing up for winter?”  While you were busy lounging by the pool, your closet has been feeling neglected. Make room for those new winter boots by purging items you have not worn for the last two seasons, and storing summer clothes. You only actively wear 20% of the clothes in your closet.  Something fabulous happens when you remove the clutter, you start creating stylish looks with fewer clothes!

2. Movie nights will become your best friend                    

Stock up your pantry with your favorite popcorn, hot cocoa, cider, rum and peppermint schnapps.  Take the extra pillows and blankets out of storage, and find a basket to leave these items out.  Go buy a new pair of warm pajamas, as you may find yourself snowed in a few times this winter. Take the time to prepare now, and you will thank yourself later. 

3. Corral loose items on a tray 

Trays are an easy and elegant way to quickly organize your home.  If you have an abundance of products on the counter in the bathroom, place all of these items on a tray to help create the illusion of organization.

4. Create a dedicated entry and exit point 

The first time it snows, you will be frantically searching for your gloves, ice scraper, scarf and coat.  Then when you get home, you will often have muddy boots and an array of winter garments to take off.  Use baskets, hooks and storage bins at the entry of your home to create an entry and exit zone for your home.  

5. Clean up your home office 

Before you clean a single item off the desk or floor, remember that you need to have somewhere to put all that stuff.  Create a place for an inbox, current projects, and items that need to be filed.  You may find yourself working from home more this winter, and an organized place to work makes for a productive day!