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GET ORGANIZED!

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How often we look in our closets and feel overwhelmed because they are so disorganized? Today I asked Professional Organizer, Joelle Mayo, for tips on decluttering and organizing one of the most important areas of your room--your closet!

Joelle at Organize Portland helps clients organize closets and all other areas of your home and office. She can be reached at organize.portland@gmail.com or 971-266-0517. Mention this blog and receive 20% off services booked through Dec. 31, 2016. www.organize.portland.com

It's time to make room for fall boots, cozy sweaters and warm scarves. So take inventory and make your closet a pleasure rather than a chore.

EMPTY AND CLEAN
The first step is to empty and clean the space. Empty all the contents and put them on the bed in categories, with separate piles for cardigans, short sleeve, long sleeve, dresses, etc.
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PURGE
Get rid of anything faded, damaged, stained, ill-fitting, out of style, etc.
For everything left, ask yourself:
1. Will I wear this again?
2. Am I keeping it because of the money I spent, even though I won't wear it.
If yes, donate.
3. Does this garment make me feel good? If you haven't worn it in a while, try it on.
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ORGANIZE
Put things together by color using very slim, velvet lined hangars available at many stores or on Amazon. They not only save space but prevent slipping. As an alternative, you can use plastic hangers in one color. As you hang items back up in your closet, organize them by color and type.


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ACCESSORIZE
To dress up your closet, if you have the space, add pictures, jewelry storage and accents. They can transform the ordinary room into a visually inviting space. (Dulce has so many wonderful design ideas).
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Please don't forget to check our “October tips on how to get ahead for the holidays so you can relax and have fun!” blog.

Until next time,

 -Dulce

503.704.3148
Dulce@duinteriors.com

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