By Cathy Hobbs
From Tribune News Service
For many, committing to organizing can come in waves. Perhaps it is a task taken on seasonally or sporadically relating to a particular occasion.
Regardless of when you choose to begin organizing ... there are some general design rules that can help to lead to a successful outcome.
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Design Recipes Top Tips
- Purge/remove all unwanted or unnecessary items.
- Take a quick inventory of what you wish to keep.
- Have a design/organization plan.
- Purchase organization bins.
- Color code and/or label items in groupings.
- Hire a professional organizer if needed.
- Reorganize your space to provide for individual storage or compartments.
- Separate items by usage or season.
- Utilize clear storage containers for easy viewing.
- Store away items that are used occasionally.
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