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Nov 2013

Tips and Tricks to Make Life Easier
It's easier to be thankful when you're organized.
Here are 4 quick monthly tips from me, Molly Boren
of Simplicity Works Organizing Services. I hope they
make your life a little easier. 

Remember: if it takes 2 minutes or less, do it now. 
That is, read this now & then file or delete it. 
How ironic if it were to become e-clutter!
DO



Do Wrap
Here's a cool way to store gift wrap or other long, skinny things like posters or baseball bats (by way of the Amy Loves It blog). Pop them upright into a subdivided wine box. (Thanks, Canton Library staff, for reminding me of this great tip!) See more ideas here, some of them super-simple.
DON'T
Box of holiday ornaments

Don't Celebrate Perfectly
'Tis the season when "done" is better than "perfect." Instead of toiling late into the night decorating, researching gifts, or writing cards: choose a few decorations, set a timer for 1 hour & make all of your gifting decisions, & send just a few cards. Then, your only remaining job will be to enjoy!
GET

Pants hanger for art
Get Artsy Easily
...without the hassle and expense of framing. Display art -- and change it quickly -- with a pants hanger and a hook! You could even use a removable adhesive Command hook to make it even easier. Great for switching holiday-themed art in and out, and for prolific child artistes.
GIVE


Giving Tuesday

Give on Tuesday
On #GivingTuesday (Dec 3), your donation to your favorite charity will not only contribute to that group's wonderful mission, but also set the tone for a holiday season of giving. See past newsletters for some great non-profits to support. Also, register your Amex card to get $10 back on Small Business Saturday!
A SPECIAL "GET" OR "GIVE"

Gift box
Give the Gift of Organized Living
Add Simplicity Works gift certificates to your holiday gift-giving (or gift-getting!) list. It's one present that will never become clutter -- it will banish it. Email molly@sworganizing.com or call 773-915-3537 to purchase yours.
ORGANIZE


Red phone
Michigan & Chicagoland: Get Organized in Dec & Jan
I'm scheduling organizing sessions in the Detroit & Chicago areas for December & January. Call or email to find your best time. (For Chicago, you can check this link for availability.) 
 
We'll identify your trouble spots, break them down into manageable steps, work through them, & keep in touch to make sure you can maintain your great progress. 
 

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Simplicity Works Home + Office Organizing Services helps busy people get & stay organized throughout the Midwest. With tips, tools, and hands-on projects, we make everyday routines & spaces more efficient & less cluttered. Time, money, & energy are then free for the things that matter most.

Click here for real-life stories of organizational transformation.

 
Best wishes,
Molly

Molly Boren
Certified Professional Organizer®
773-915-3537

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