The Best of Maur Organized

One of my favorite columnists is Marni Jameson. She writes a weekly newspaper column, discussing all things home. Each December, she re-caps her thoughts for the year, and I enjoy reminding myself what I learned. In that same spirit, I would like to present to you some of my favorite, previous, Maur Organized Newsletter posts. … Continue reading The Best of Maur Organized

Proof of Organizing

A friend of mine is moving. After she read my recent post on Organizing the Junk Drawer, she sent me the following note. Her drawer is a good example of what works. “My junk drawer…has been (organized) ever since I found a stacking junk drawer organizer a couple of years ago. When I was cleaning … Continue reading Proof of Organizing

What Organizing Topics are on Your Mind?

Since I began writing the Maur Organized Newsletter, I have been writing about what is on my mind. Sometimes inspiration comes from outside sources, such as an industry award on a product, or perhaps a season-appropriate topic. Other times, my newsletter is written about what I am organizing at my own home at the moment. … Continue reading What Organizing Topics are on Your Mind?

Celebrate Small Organizing Steps

Several years ago, my brother and his wife adopted a rescue dog. This dog had a carefree attitude, and did not seem to really notice that he now had a home, instead of living in a shelter. It was as if the dog was saying, “Hey, this is a little bit better!” Since then, this … Continue reading Celebrate Small Organizing Steps