Diary with written to do list and pencil
01 June
On
In Declutter Challenge, Homes, News, Offices, Organised Thoughts

Our huge 52 week declutter challenge is underway and features a weekly category with an accompanying blog post providing tips and tools for how to get started, what to do with the keepers and transition options for those items that you decide no longer have a place in your home. Below is a handy summary of the weekly categories for every week of our challenge.  The blog link will also be posted here when it is available. You can post questions, discuss challenges and share successes on our Facebook page. Happy decluttering!   Week 1:  DVDs, Video Tapes and CDs – Ditching the discs WeekRead More →

29 September
On
In Declutter Challenge, Homes, News, Organised Thoughts

The Allsorts household have some exciting news – we are moving! After a challenging year with the devastating loss of my mother-in-law just a couple of months ago, we have revisited our lifestyle and our priorities and decided to downsize from a 4 to a 3 bedroom home. We weren’t ever blessed with children and found that our formal lounge and dining room are only used a handful of times a year as even with guests, they tend to congregate around the kitchen and family room despite my best efforts.  We are also not gardeners and looked at it as a chore rather than aRead More →

25 September
On
In Homes, News, Organised Thoughts

Yesterday I had the pleasure of being interviewed by the lovely Georgie Gardener on the MORNINGS show on Channel 9 about hoarding together with Professor John Snowdon from the University of Sydney. On one hand it was one of the scariest things I have ever done, but on the other hand, a great opportunity to raise awareness of the disorder. If you are struggling with hoarding issues, or you know someone who is, please seek some professional support.  Read More →

17 June
On
In News, Organised Thoughts

I was delighted to be approached recently for a piece called Designer Insights presented by Terry’s Blinds in the UK.  In this interview series, Terry’s Blinds profiles a number of UK-based and international designers and related specialists to gain an understanding of their creative process, their background and what they use for inspiration. In my interview I talk about the importance of tapping into a client’s natural organising preferences and finding their individual style.  My goal for clients is not to create a show home, but to create a home that is their haven. You can read more of my interview here. For more inspiration, visit Terry’sRead More →

21 March
On
In News, Organised Thoughts

I had the pleasure of attending the launch of the new Contact Canberra brand and the 34th annual edition of the Canberra Community Information Directory on 21 March. What a wonderfully comprehensive resource for information about community services and related organisations for all Canberrans. If you are in Civic, drop in to their shopfront in the Griffin Centre where you can ask the fabulous staff and volunteers anything! ‪#‎community‬ ‪#‎CBR‬ ‪#‎volunteering‬Read More →

11 October
On
In News

We are currently upgrading our website so please check back soon.   In the meantime, we are still available to assist with all of your home, office and celebration organising needs.  Please call us on 0411 405 108 or email info@allsortsorganising.com.au. Have a great day!Read More →

02 September
On
In Homes, News, Offices, Organised Thoughts

Your challenge for National Organising Week (NOW) – each day, spend just 10 minutes focusing on a problem area in your home – you will be surprised at how much you can achieve in such a short period of time! Find yourself a couple of baskets (washing baskets work well) and two rubbish bags, set the timer for 10 minutes, put your favourite music on and get started NOW: – Collect all items in a basket that you know do not belong in that zone and return to their home; – Throw all items for recycling into the other basket; – Any unwanted clothing orRead More →