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January 4, 2012 by Angie 28 Comments

Happy New Year!
I hope you had wonderful holiday. I know I did!
We had a very low key vacation here with just my little family and we had lots of relaxation and rest.
But now it’s time to get back to ‘normal’.
I love Christmas, but it’s always nice to get the house back to ‘rights’ in January and reclaim regular meals and sleep schedules.
Although I seem organized, my house is always in  a state of flex….things are organized for a period,
and then I have to go back and perform a ‘maintenance check-up’ on all my systems to make sure they are working for our family.
And while I do this, I thought it would be a good time to share some of my previous posts & ideas for some small organizational projects that could be tackled in January.
These ideas are easy…and take no more than a few hours!
 
1-Organizing Bills– This is my 2nd most popular post…which came as a total surprise to me! I share how to organize, track,  and pay your bills…with no filing involved.

2-Organize A Home Office Nook-This is my little home office nook that I made for myself almost 2 years ago. It’s where I sit to pay bills, write blog posts, craft and plan my day.
I think every woman should have a little spot like this….whether it be a whole room,  a nook or corner in your home.

 

3-Organizing Photos-Here is the method I use to sort and organize photos. I confess that I have to catch up on all of my 2010 photos this month. And do you know what makes me sad? All of the pictures that are stored in files on computers…many destined to never be printed and enjoyed!  I try to print our photos monthly at least.

4-Organizing Greeting Cards-I love this system! It is so simple and yet so wonderful to not have to go searching for birthday cards or dashing out at the last minute to buy one!

5-Organizing Kids’ School Lunches-Here I share my 5 easy steps to packing kids’ school lunches with fresh, healthy foods.

6-Organizing A School Launching & Landing Pad-Here I share tips & ideas for  keeping the beginning and end of the day organized.

7-Organizing Kids’ Artwork Into A Gallery-This little project makes me so happy…and we love having the kids’ artwork displayed so that we can enjoy it!

8-Organizing Kids’ School Supplies-Looking for a method to keep those school supplies from migrating all over the house? I share how we do it in the post.

9-Organizing Special Keepsakes- Looking for a practical way to store those special momentos such as baby clothes, baptism candles and first ballet slippers?

10-Organizing Kids’ School Papers– I have been using for the past 7 years for my kids’s school papers and other special papers such a swimming lesson progress reports, etc.

11-Organizing For Christmas-The picture below is the #1 picture of mine shared on Pinterest. Go figure! And although this post won’t help you for the Christmas just celebrated, it will give you  a leg up for Christmas 2012. Promise!

12-Organizing A Place For Special & Sentimental Jewellery-Looking for an idea for that special heirloom jewellery? Here’s how I store some of my favorite pieces.

So do tell, what organizational projects are you planning to tackle in January?
Did any of my ideas inspire you?
Inquiring minds want to know!

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Comments

  1. Morgan says

    January 4, 2012 at 9:02 am

    This is definitely the perfect time to get organized! Thanks for the tips Angie. I definitely need a kick-in-the pants to get started, haha.

    Reply
  2. notyet100 says

    January 4, 2012 at 9:42 am

    Perfect post to start the year,..:)

    Reply
  3. Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions says

    January 4, 2012 at 2:43 pm

    I'm going to have to go back and read your bill organizing post, Angie. I'm not disorganized but I know I can have things set up better. I love your little nook! Everything is so neat and functional, plus it looks good.

    Reply
  4. Christine @ Stonehouse Living says

    January 5, 2012 at 1:11 am

    Hi Angie,
    Some very good tips and advice.
    Love your little corner, all that storage space! Perfect!
    All the Best,
    Christine

    Reply
  5. Land family says

    January 5, 2012 at 1:32 am

    Thank you Angie. I am horribly unorganized, and so is my husband. 🙁 We're moving into a new house and I want desperately to start new. So I will be starting your bill paying method ASAP. Thank you!

    Reply
  6. thistlewoodfarm says

    January 5, 2012 at 3:22 pm

    Great inspiration as we start off the new year! Thanks for sharing (especially the one about the bills) LOL!

    Reply
  7. Christine says

    January 5, 2012 at 11:06 pm

    I think I want to be you!!!! I just love everything!!!!!! I can't believe you are that organized and everything is soooo PRETTY!!!! I'm determined to be this organized some day!!

    Check out my blog too:
    http://thediydreamer.blogspot.com/

    Reply
  8. Calypso In The Country says

    January 5, 2012 at 11:49 pm

    Your organizing tips are wonderful! I really have to get ahead of my pictures too…I have not printed out anything lately and they are all on the computer! I have made a few photo books on Shutterfly here and there but I really have to work on that! I love your kids artwork gallery wall! Thanks for the visit…maybe next year we will go fake on the tree!
    -Shelley

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  9. Haynes says

    January 6, 2012 at 1:43 am

    I just found your site through Pinterest and love the bills Organizer and even came home and fixed one for myself though I will need to make adjustments. Love the way you organize and I am now a follower

    Reply
  10. Amanda O'Banion says

    January 6, 2012 at 2:04 am

    Oh my! This just totally inspired me to reorganize my kitchen junk drawers! Great job and I love your scrapbook area! I have a lot of similar boxes and things in mine. You can see pictures of it over at my blog!

    Amanda O'Banion
    http://www.theobanions.blogspot.com

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  11. A Pretty Life in the Suburbs says

    January 6, 2012 at 3:11 am

    All such great ideas Angie! I am feeling inspired to get organizing!
    Jo-Anna

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  12. חתולי8 says

    January 7, 2012 at 12:08 am

    I follow your blog for a long time and LOVE it!
    I wish you a happy new year!
    Lior

    Reply
  13. Mairin says

    January 7, 2012 at 1:02 am

    Angie – I posted your clipboards on Pinterest and had 205 repins from my one pin so I can't imagine how many you had in total – congratulations!

    Reply
  14. Sarah says

    January 7, 2012 at 1:36 am

    A collection of great ideas. I started today by organizing my bookkeeping for my cooking classes & market. Should be a big help in assessing my progress throughout the year.

    Reply
  15. Carmen @ Life with Sprinkles on Top says

    January 7, 2012 at 2:34 am

    Wow! You are one organized lady! I am impressed! I just pinned the shelves over your desk. LOVE!

    Reply
  16. Victoria says

    January 7, 2012 at 3:20 am

    I have been wanting to do the cards thing, but keep putting it off, thanks for the inspiration to get on it. Love the gallery wall as well. 🙂

    Reply
  17. sharon says

    January 7, 2012 at 8:23 pm

    I loe this collection of ideas! I am the most inspired my your top post on organizing paying bills! I am going to link to this post and include a picture in tomorrow's Links to Love post over on my blog http://www.momof6.com.
    Thanks!

    Reply
  18. HI THERE! says

    January 8, 2012 at 10:25 pm

    Fabulous ideas Mrs. Organization Queen! I'll be featuring this today. Thanks for all of your support! Happy 2012!
    Jenn 🙂

    Reply
  19. Alisha @ Crafty Brooklyn Army Wife says

    January 8, 2012 at 10:34 pm

    Great organizing tips!! TFS!! Stopping by from Tatertots and Jellow linky party and your newest follower.

    Here is what I shared this week: http://craftybrooklynarmywife.blogspot.com/2012/01/my-first-amp-cover.html

    Reply
  20. Sherry @ No Minimalist Here says

    January 9, 2012 at 4:26 pm

    Hi Angie, Thank you for sharing these great organizing tips at the Open House Party. I am so glad you linked up and I was able to find your lovely blog. I am your newest follower.
    xo,
    Sherry

    Reply
  21. Jenilyn says

    January 11, 2012 at 7:42 am

    I love all of your ideas! I've featured this at Grits and Giggles. Come grab a featured button!
    http://www.gritsandgiggles.blogspot.com/2012/01/what-i-love-wednesday.html

    Reply
  22. Six Sisters says

    January 13, 2012 at 12:22 am

    Great organizing ideas! Thank you for linking up to Strut Your Stuff Saturday. We would love to have you come back next Saturday and share more of your incredible ideas. -The Sisters

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  23. Just Jaime says

    January 15, 2012 at 1:23 am

    Impressive list! I'm inspired!

    Reply
  24. Vanina says

    January 18, 2012 at 7:19 am

    Great post! I need them ALL! haha… Thanks for posting. Stopping by from Rae Gun Party.

    Reply
  25. Makaila says

    January 18, 2012 at 3:58 pm

    Fantastic Ideas! Love that you print pics monthly.. I am going to make that a goal for 2012. I'm sick of only viewing pics on the computer!

    Reply
  26. cathhasablog@gmail.com says

    January 21, 2012 at 11:54 pm

    Your ideas ALWAYS inspire me Angie! I have made my own version of the homework caddy and have written about it in my blog. I have shared a link back to your post. I hope that's ok? When you have a chance, I would love it if you would swing by and have a look and let me know what you think!
    Big Hug, Cath from Home is Where my Heart is: http://cathhasablog.blogspot.com/

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  27. Kristi McInerney says

    January 22, 2012 at 1:04 am

    I am your newest follower and I LOVE your organizing ideas!!!!! This is so right up my alley!

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