2015 part 4

The top 5 things I did this year to keep my family organised

The top 5 things I did this year to keep my family organised

If you could use one word to sum up your year, what would you use? 

For me, 2016 has been a year I would simply call 'hectic'!

With our home renovation, having to move out for 4 months, the huge process of moving back in, our continued work on home projects, my husband's long work hours, me working every spare second on moving my business forward, and big changes with the kids, it has been one hectic year for sure! However, although it may sound like it, I am definitely not complaining. Our renovation has been truly life-changing and I am appreciative every day of what we have accomplished. We are extremely blessed to live the life that we do. But I sure am ready for a break over Christmas!

I think everyone starts to feel this way as the year comes to a close, so it's a good time to reflect on the things that are working in your household... and those areas you want to improve on for next year. Here's a list of the top 5 things I did this year to keep my family organised, and the ones I want to improve on for 2017.

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An organised and stress-free approach to 2016

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An organised and stress-free approach to 2016

If you've got some time off over the next few weeks from your busy schedule, then it's the perfect time to make a start on some of those tasks you've been putting off throughout the year. Heading into the New Year feeling organised in your home and life will not only give you a calmer and clearer approach, but will also give you back loads of time throughout the year. Remember 'organising is a journey, not a destination' so doing small things now that you can adjust and refine as the year goes by is a great way to start. Here are some ideas...

Decluttering the toys before Christmas

Decluttering the toys before Christmas

If your kids are lucky enough to receive lots of gifts on Christmas Day, in can sometimes be overwhelming to think about how and where you're going to store all these new goodies. Doing a quick sort through and declutter of the toy collection before Christmas will make these decisions a whole lot easier. Not only will you be making space available for the new toys, you'll also be able to donate the older or less-used ones to children who would really appreciate them, especially at this time of year.

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Ideas for organising your handbag

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Ideas for organising your handbag

In keeping with the 'organised bag' theme for this week, today I'm sharing how I recently did an overhaul of my handbag. This involved purchasing some cheap and simple storage solutions so I could easily access everything without having to fumble around for 10 minutes! Here are the steps for this super-simple organising project...

Being organised for a beach trip

Being organised for a beach trip

As the weather heats up, you may be lucky enough to be able to head to the beach more often. Nothing beats a great beach day with the family, but it is also something you have to be super-prepared for. There are so many things you need to pack, especially if you have kids! So here's my list of essentials to bring to the beach, to make your day as relaxed and stress-free as possible.

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How to organise your spice collection {Video}

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How to organise your spice collection {Video}

Do you store your spices near where you cook? In my opinion, having your collection of spices in one neat and organised place that's close to the stovetop makes cooking dinner so much easier and quicker! Today's episode of The Organised You TV shows you how I organise my spice cupboard, along with a few storage tips and ideas for making the most of your cupboard space.