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🏆 How to Organize Youth & Teen Sports Gear (Without Losing Your Mind)
Simple Systems for Football, Soccer, Ice Hockey, Field Hockey, Lacrosse, Basketball, and Swimming Between early practices, weekend tournaments, and muddy cleats, sports gear has a way of taking over your home before you even realize it. From football pads to hockey sticks, every sport comes with its own mountain of equipment — and if you’ve got more than one athlete in the house, the clutter multiplies fast. As a professional organizer and home stylist, I’ve seen this scenari
The Lighter Home
4 days ago6 min read
Donating Within Your Community: Guide to Donating Gently Used & New Items in Acton, Boxborough, Concord, and Carlisle
Decluttering your home can feel freeing—but it always leaves you with a big question: what do I do with everything I no longer need?...
The Lighter Home
Sep 263 min read
Creating a Welcoming Entryway: Ideas & Tips
Your entryway (foyer, vestibule, or the landing just inside the front door) is the first impression your guests get—it sets the tone for...
The Lighter Home
Sep 184 min read
Secrets of a Professional Organizer: What We Know That You Don’t
Being a professional organizer is about so much more than making spaces look neat. It’s about creating systems, reducing stress, and...
The Lighter Home
Sep 83 min read
Top Fall Home Organizing Projects
Fall is the season when many people send their kids off to school and tackle the projects that they put off all summer. They tick off...
The Lighter Home
Aug 262 min read
The Most Common Things College Students Forget to Pack (And Wish They Had)
You’ve checked the college packing list twice and even so something can be forgotten amidst the flurry of emotions. If you forget...
The Lighter Home
Aug 182 min read
5 Pro Organizer-Approved Tips to Get Families Ready for Back to School
The end of summer always sneaks up fast—and with it comes the rush of getting everyone back into a routine. As a professional organizer,...
The Lighter Home
Aug 112 min read
Maximizing Space in Dorms and Apartments: Smart Tips for Small Living
Living in a dorm or small apartment often means working with limited space. But don’t worry—there are plenty of ways to make your living...
The Lighter Home
Aug 42 min read
How to Refresh Your Home Style for Under $100
Is your space feeling a little... stale? With a bit of creativity and under $100 in your pocket, you can transform the look and feel of...
The Lighter Home
Jul 32 min read
7 Simple Ways to Make Your Bedroom More Relaxing
Your bedroom should be your sanctuary — a calming space where stress fades and good sleep begins. But often, it ends up cluttered, noisy,...
The Lighter Home
Jun 262 min read
The Financial Benefits of Hiring a Professional Organizer
When people think about hiring a professional organizer, they often focus on the visual or emotional rewards—cleaner spaces, less stress,...
The Lighter Home
Jun 173 min read
The Most Common Mistakes People Make When They Move (And How to Avoid Them)
Moving to a new home can be exciting—a fresh start, a new neighborhood, maybe even a new city. But let’s face it: moving can also be one...
The Lighter Home
May 283 min read
9 Simple Tips to Organize a Playroom and Keep It Tidy
A playroom can be a source of joy and creativity for kids, but it can also quickly become a chaotic mess of toys, books, and art...
Michelle
Apr 284 min read
How to Refresh Your Home Decor for Under $50
We all love a home that feels fresh and inviting, but let’s be honest—decorating or redecorating can get expensive quickly. Fortunately,...
The Lighter Home
Feb 184 min read
The Most Common Organizing Mistakes (And How to Fix Them)
Staying organized is often a battle we’re constantly fighting, but it’s one that’s worth winning. Whether it’s a cluttered home or a...
The Lighter Home
Feb 75 min read
Easy Ways to Get Motivated to Organize Your Space
Need help organizing your space? The Lighter Home offers expert assistance to declutter, organize, and create functional spaces you’ll love.
Michelle
Jan 314 min read
Winter Doldrums? How to Stay Organized This Winter
Winter can be a tricky time for home organization, as weather changes and the holidays often lead to more clutter. Here are some ideas to...
The Lighter Home
Jan 273 min read
This Fall: 5 Must-Do Projects to Refresh Your Home
Get your home refreshed this fall with these simple home organizing and styling tips.
The Lighter Home
Sep 23, 20243 min read
Decluttering Made Easy
Free Summer Decluttering Checklist to free yourself of things that are no longer serving you in your home.
The Lighter Home
Jun 23, 20241 min read
5 Tips to Decorate Your Shelving
Do you have stand alone shelving or built-in shelving in your home? They can be useful for storage and they can also be clutter catchers....
The Lighter Home
Apr 2, 20242 min read
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