Home Organizing Made Simple with These Tips and Ideas
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the constant struggle of maintaining an organized home while juggling a busy life, you’re not alone.
Creating a clutter-free home might seem like a daunting task, but with the right organizing system and approach, you can transform your living space into an efficient, well-ordered sanctuary.
Let’s explore practical organizing solutions that will make an organized home a reality.

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Organizing with Me
For many years I have organized with many of my Living Large Friends in February and September. Those times work well for me. However, it occurred to me that it might not be the best time for everyone.
While I will still be keeping my routine, I’ve organized my system so that you can start it at any time that works for you.
Sign-up when you are ready. Then you will begin getting an encouraging email from me for the next four weeks.
You will also have access to all of my free organizing printable and an ebook. I encourage you to print out the sheets that will help you stay on task. I’m a list person and checking things off a list gives me so much satisfaction.
You can also join our PRIVATE Facebook Group where you will find like minded friends. I share my organizing journey in that group.
Declutter First: Embracing Less Stuff
The first step to successful home organizing is addressing the root cause of chaos: too much stuff.
As you work through your room you’ll need to critically assess your items. Ask yourself honest questions about each item’s purpose and necessity. Does it serve a current need? When was the last time you used it?
This evaluation process might take time, but it’s the only way to create a sustainable organization system. Remember, organizing unnecessary items is simply rearranging clutter.
Because this takes time, you have permission to take as much time as you need to declutter your home.
Start Small and Set a Timer
The best way to approach any organizing project is to start with 20-30 minutes a day. Set a timer and focus on one small area at a time. This method prevents burnout and helps you organize at your own pace. Remember, Rome wasn’t built in a day, and your entire house doesn’t need to be organized immediately.
The key is consistency rather than marathon organizing sessions that leave you exhausted. By breaking down the task into manageable chunks, you’ll find that even a little time can go a long way in creating lasting order.
Another organizing tip is to start small. Pick an area that you can complete in 20-30 minutes. The feeling of accomplishment will keep you motivated. Here are some areas that you might want to consider:
- One kitchen cabinet or drawer
- The Junk Drawer
- Nightstand
- One Shelf in your living area
- One drawer in your bathroom
- One drawer in your dresser
- The top of your desk
Strategic Storage Solutions
Making the most of your storage space is crucial for maintaining an organized pantry, home office, or craft rooms. Clear bins or containers are invaluable tools for deep pantry organization, providing easy access to food items while keeping everything visible.
For small space optimization, drawer organizers can transform chaotic drawers into well-ordered systems. Consider vertical storage solutions to maximize your living space, especially in areas where horizontal surfaces are limited.
Room-by-Room Organization
Taking on your entire house at once can feel overwhelming. Instead, focus on organizing one room at a time. Whether you’re tackling craft rooms or the home office, this methodical approach ensures each new space gets proper attention.
I like to start with the room that causes me the most stress or the one I use the most frequently.
This strategy helps me to know that I can do this. When I finish one whole room (the hardest to organize) It also allows me to know that all of future organizing projects will be easier to tackle.
“Organizing isn’t about perfection; it’s about efficiency, reducing stress and clutter, saving time and money and improving your overall quality of life.”
–Christina Scalise
Family Involvement and System Maintenance
Creating a clutter-free home requires commitment from all family members. The best organization system is one that everyone understands and follows.
Take time to teach each person where items belong and establish simple routines for maintaining order. When everyone contributes to maintaining the system, the entire home stays organized with minimal effort.
Smart Solutions for Common Spaces
Kitchen cabinets, coat closets, and other shared spaces often become cluttered quickly. Implement designated zones for different activities and items. In the kitchen, group similar food items together and use clear containers for pantry staples.
For coat closets, consider seasonal rotation of items and using vertical space effectively. These strategies ensure easy access to frequently used items while maintaining order in high-traffic areas.
Shoes can also be an issue in some homes. Consider a basket, bin or shoe rack for frequently used shoes. Start creating a habit of putting less used shoes away in your bedroom closet.
Sustainable Organizing Habits
Becoming an organized person isn’t about perfection – it’s about progress. Life made simple organizing means creating systems that work with your lifestyle, not against it.
Establish daily habits like the “one-in-one-out” rule or five-minute end-of-the-day tidying sessions. These small actions can help maintain your tidy home without feeling overwhelming. Remember, the goal is to create sustainable systems that make your busy life easier, not more complicated.
Advanced Organization Strategies
Once you’ve mastered the basics, consider implementing more sophisticated organizing systems. This might include digital organization for important documents in your home office, seasonal rotation systems for clothing and decorations, or detailed labeling systems for craft rooms, pantry organization and seasonal decor.
The key is to find methods that enhance your existing routines rather than complicating them.
Maintaining Long-Term Success
Creating and maintaining a clutter-free home is a journey, not a destination. Regularly assess your organization system and adjust as needed. What works today might need tweaking tomorrow as your family’s needs change.
Schedule quarterly reviews of your entire house to ensure your systems still serve their purpose effectively. Remember that maintaining an organized home is a long way easier than starting from scratch repeatedly.
Embracing the Process
Organization becomes less of a daunting task when you view it as an ongoing process rather than a one-time project. Focus on progress over perfection, and celebrate small victories along the way. Whether you’re dealing with a small space or entire homes, the principles remain the same: declutter regularly, organize systematically, and maintain consistently.
With these organizing tips and a commitment to maintaining order, you’ll find that what once seemed overwhelming becomes an achievable and rewarding part of your daily routine.
When you have an organized home and routines in place, I promise you that you will find that it helps declutter your mind and find space for more joy and creativity.
Remember, the journey to an organized home is personal and unique to each family. By following these simple steps and organizing at your own pace, you can create a living space that supports and enhances your lifestyle rather than complicating it. Start with just 20-30 minutes today, and watch as small, consistent efforts transform your home into an organized, peaceful sanctuary.
Peace, Love, and Happy Organizing

Meet Me
My name is Lynn. I live in the suburbs of Chicago in a 1,300 sq. ft. home with my Handy husband, Keith.
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