by Michaeline on October 1, 2011
Are you a collector? Do you have boxes of childhood or college memories? Or are you the keeper of family treasures?
If so, are they stored in the basement or attic? Do you ever look at them? What good are your collections or memories if they are packed away to have but not be seen?
Here are some ideas to use to corral your collections or treasures as well as enjoy them. [click to continue…]
by Michaeline on July 10, 2010
I had the pleasure of recently conducting a clutter seminar at a local library. The question of organizing coupons came up.
The audience participated in brainstorming some ideas for coupon organization:
• Organize by category or expiration date. Use a small accordion file labeled 1 -12 and placing the coupons in the respective tab (7 for July) by the month of expiration. Or if have difficulty filing that specifically, just place in an envelope.
• Keep an envelope or your file in your purse or glove box and go through it matching your grocery list just before your shopping trip. This way you won’t leave your coupons at home.
• Set a reminder on your calendar to clear out expired coupons.
And, from me, if you routinely do not use the coupons you clip before they expire, give yourself permission to stop cutting coupons and adding to your clutter.
I am always amazed at what I learn from my audiences. Do you have a coupon tip to share? I would love to hear it.