Betties' Picks: BOOKS
Organizing from the Inside Out: The Foolproof System for Organizing Your  Home, Your Office, and Your Life
by Julie Morgenstern
This book helps you create
a plan that takes into account your personality and individual goals, so you
can streamline your life without feeling like you’re fighting yourself.
“I love the way she uses a Kindergarten
model for organizing, there isn't a 5 year old in the world that can organize
but by using simple practices, even an extreme collector can put these
practices in place.” – Sharon McRill, President Betty
Eliminate Chaos
by Laura Leist
“This book is practical and
anecdotal. I learn( or relearn) something every time I pick it up. I promise to
return it to the office soon!” -- Nadine, Stager Betty
Uncluttering Your Space
by Ann T. Sullivan
This book is part of an
adult educational series developed by The Learning Annex.
“Once we see the results of
our efforts, we gain momentum and life gets a lot easier. This book tells us
how to break this seeming insurmountable task into manageable pieces. It’s
divided into chapters by room type, offers sensible strategies for involving
the whole family, and presents a variety of solutions for
making our homes and offices clutter-free over the long haul.” -- Linda, Organizing Betty
“This one is practical and spiritual at the
same time. Oxenreider focuses on
the rewards of living simply and offers a 10-day schedule for a more organized
home, breaking down projects one room at a time. She even includes a few
recipes!” -- Judy, Byline Betty
Worth a Mention:
It's All Too Much: An Easy Plan for Living a Richer Life with Less Stuff
by Peter Walsh. Orgaizing guru Walsh helps you reduce your
clutter by teaching you how to determine which items contribute to the life you
want, and which things get in your way.
If you have a teen in the house, s/he might
enjoy
Organizing from the Inside Out for Teens
by Julie Morgenstern and Jesse Morgenstern
(Julie’s daughter).
Betties' Picks: MAGAZINES
Real Simple
“I love their easy simple
tips that anyone can implement.” – Sharon McRill, President Betty
“They always have organizing
tips that involve things you already have around your home. Their
projects are also low-cost. Their website is great, too. They have
a 'Tip of the day'. Recently their tip was how to use a
toilet paper roll as a planter. Very unique!” – Amber, Administrative Betty
“Every issue has great
information. They go into detail about whatever subject they are featuring.” –
Nadine, Stager Betty
Martha Stewart Living
“You may
never grow nine kinds of peonies or hand embroider a silk pillow, but you’re
bound to find inspiration and a wealth of info in every issue.” – Judy, Byline Betty
“I love to find organizing calendars, schedules and
lists, and this magazine has it all.” -- Kori, Safety Officer Betty
O, The Oprah Magazine
“Many people might be surprised to learn that this one offers great tips
on organizing!” -- Bernie, One Busy Betty
Better Homes and Gardens
“BHG offers so much more than recipes! Every issue features ideas on making your life simpler and
more organized.” -- Bernie, One Busy Betty
Worth a Mention:
Ready Made
Published six times per
year, this one features tips on using what’s available or easily and
inexpensively acquired to solve your organizing needs. Lots of great, creative
ideas.
Betties' Picks: WEBSITES
HGTV’s website has a great section on organizing.
“This website is constantly updated with a huge amount of great
information. Not only do they have great  articles that give you a good
step-by-step read on how to organize some of the messiest areas in your home...
they have VIDEOS TOO! This website is well designed, easy to navigate,
and always on the cutting edge of organizing with an eye towards utility AND
style.” -- Joshua
FlyLady.net
“This site is a fun but comprehensive system for getting all aspects of
your life (whether it be scheduling, home maintenance, or decluttering)
organized with lots of helpful hints and reminders. You can subscribe to
have email reminders sent to you daily, or simply use their ideas and templates
to organize your life.” -- Michaela, One Busy Betty
Dumb Little Man Tips for Life
“A great little website
with tips not only to organize your physical space but your mental space as
well!” --Brenda, Bona Fide Betty
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