National Get Organized Month
New year, new resolutions, and near the top of everyone's list is to finally clear out that one closet you have that you can barely open.
Lucky for you, January is National Get Organized Month. Here is a list of excellent books and audiobooks to help your life get a little more organized.
Real life organizing : clean and clutter-free in 15 minutes a day
Author(s):
Aarssen, Cassandra
Walsh, Peter,
Description:
Declutter your way to happiness and peace of mind. Are you constantly cleaning up and clearing away clutter? Do you feel overwhelmed by your stuff? Whether you live in a studio apartment or a large house, we all face the challenge of staying organized so we have a tidy home that feels welcoming, peaceful and calm.
Format:
Book
Call Number:
648.5 Aar
Keep the memories, lose the stuff : declutter, downsize, and move forward with your life
Author(s):
Paxton, Matt
Smith, Jordan Michael,
Description:
Here Matt Paxton distills his fail-proof approach to decluttering and downsizing. Photos, family china, and even the kids' height charts aren't just stuff; they're attached to a lifetime of memories--and letting them go can be scary. With empathy, expertise, and humor, this book helps you sift through years of clutter, let go of what no longer serves you, and identify the items worth keeping so that you can focus on living in the present. For over 20 years, Matt Paxton has helped people from all walks of life who want to live more simply declutter and downsize. Paxton has identified the psychological roadblocks that most organizational experts routinely miss but that prevent so many of us from lightening our material load.--
Format:
Book
Call Number:
648.8 Pax
The home edit for teens : how to edit your space, express your style, and get things done!
Author(s):
Shearer, Clea, 1982-
Teplin, Joanna,
Description:
"From the founders of The Home Edit comes a book for middle graders (3rd to 8th graders) teaching them how to keep every space of theirs organized-- from the closet and under the bed to the desk, locker, bookbag, and more. Throughout will be engaging content-quizzes, checklists, and rainbowfied inspiration-to help kids create organizational systems and reach their room goals while expressing their budding points of view. The true promise: organizing and maintaining tidy spaces lead to a calmer, more confident kid"--
Format:
Book
Call Number:
YA 648.8 She
The joy of yarn : your stash solution for curating, organizing and using your yarn--with 10 knitting patterns
Author(s):
Greene, Marie (Marie E.),
Description:
"Every knitter knows the innate joy of purchasing yarn, and many also know the stress and shame that comes with an out-of-control stash. No longer! Let bestselling author, designer and educator Marie Greene change your outlook on buying, organizing and using your yarn for good. With this tried-and-true guide, you'll rediscover the joy in your stash--no yarn diets necessary!--as you learn to find inspiration in the yarn you already have, shop for skeins you'll actually use and organize it all for maximum creativity. Best of all, Marie has designed 10 brand-new patterns to help you use your existing yarn in exciting ways, so you can work through your stash with ease and continue to curate your yarn collection with purpose. Use the color wheel to whip up creative combos in the Color Theory Socks or Shawl. Make leftovers look intentional with the Block Party Beanie or Pullover, or double your strands for double the fun in the Marled Stripe Mittens or Mini Mohair Cowl. Soon you'll not only have a satisfying stash system that is clear, tidy and inspirational, but an assortment of gorgeous knitted projects to remind you how truly joyful yarn can be"--
Format:
Book
Call Number:
746.432 Gre
Declutter your photo life : curating, preserving, organizing, and sharing your photos
Author(s):
Description:
Now more than ever, we hold our photo collections dear. Photographers and family historians understand the immense power that photographs have to convey meaning, emotion, and memory. We cherish both old film photos that were handed down by previous generations and our latest digital photos captured on the newest smartphone. But when those priceless memories are unorganized--on a smartphone, laptop, memory cards and flash drives, photo sharing websites, in photo albums, and in shoeboxes--the joy of photography becomes an overwhelming burden. This book will help you organize and enjoy your photos once again. Adam Pratt teaches you his straightforward step-by-step workflow that, along with powerful image-organizing software such as Adobe Lightroom Classic, will have you taking complete control and creating a calming order out of your photo chaos. You will then be able to enjoy and share your photos today and for generations to come.--From back cover..
Format:
Book
Call Number:
775 Pra
How To Keep House While Drowning : A Gentle Approach To Cleaning And Organizing
Author(s):
Description:
If you're tired of staring at the same mess every day, but struggling to find the time and willpower to clean it, you probably have a very good reason: anxiety, fatigue, depression, ADHD, or lack of support. Designed by therapist KC Davis, this revolutionary method of cleaning and organizing helps end the stress-mess cycle.
Format:
Audiobook
Call Number:
648 Dav
Home hacks : cleaning, storage & organizing, decorating, gardening, entertaining, clothing care, food & cooking, health & safety, appliances & gadgets, easy repairs.
Author(s):
Description:
These tips from Reader's Digest offer the smartest hacks to everyday problems. From clearing clutter to making your house sparkle with natural cleaning solutions or simplifying your meal preparation, you'll learn clever ways to tackle the chaos and get your life in order! -- adapted from back cover
Format:
Book
Call Number:
640 Hom
Most requested projects
Author(s):
Description:
Give the people what they want! This collection of projects from Family Handyman includes those that made our 'Most Popular' list--the ones that people have asked for, searched for and looked at more than any others. Includes sheds, organizing, kitchens, bathrooms, garages and more. This is the first time we've gathered our top shed, kitchen remodel,garage storage system, bathroom makeover, bookcase, patio, countertop upgrades and much more into an anthology. These DIY favorites are sure to please any and all DIYers. --
Format:
Book
Call Number:
694 Mos
A dirty guide to a clean home : housekeeping hacks you can't live without
Author(s):
Pateras, Melissa Dilkes
Sosenko, Carla,
Description:
Melissa Dilkes Pateras is the most competent housekeeper/DIY-project master/home repair genius that you've ever seen on TikTok. Once she followed her kids onto TikTok and began sharing her years of knowledge, she found a community eager for her approachable, often tongue-in-cheek advice on everything from caulking to why color-coded closets are a spiritual experience. She doesn't care about transforming our homes into a minimal, beige Instagram post. Melissa sees housekeeping as a form of anxiety relief, self-care, and self-esteem-building. She wants us to feel able to take care of our homes in a way that works for us--so we can relax and feel confident inviting others over; in short, to say, "come on in."--
Format:
Book
Call Number:
648.5 Pat
The organized home for new parents : create routine-ready spaces for your baby's first years
Author(s):
Description:
As a new or expecting parent, you're bombarded with seemingly endless advice. But conventional guidance misses a crucial aspect of the early years of parenting: how to organize your home for life with your little one. Ría Safford has made a career out of helping parents create functional, routine-ready spaces to make more time for what matters most. Here, you'll learn how to: Prioritize the newborn necessities you'll need; Organize your nursery, stroller, and diaper bag; Make breastfeeding, pumping, and solid food prep more manageable; Set up diaper-changing and feeding stations throughout the home; Cycle clothes, toys, and other items out of the home as your child grows; Arrange your spaces to easily reset them when messes take over; Tackle the growing pile of laundry; Prepare for travel and life on the go with babies and toddlers. This book will be your lifeline through this hectic, unpredictable season of life and empower you to create a safe, organized, and comfortable home for your growing family.
Format:
Book
Call Number:
648.5 Saf
Made for living : collected interiors for all sorts of styles
Author(s):
Lewis, Amber
Neustadt, Tessa,
Description:
"The secret ingredient in successful interior design lies in the art of layering: arranging all your disparate things so that they work together. From Amber Lewis, the trendsetter designer known for her effortlessly layered look, comes a book for attaining a modern eclectic style"--
Format:
Book
Call Number:
747 Lew
The Afrominimalist's guide to living with less
Author(s):
Platt, Christine A., 1976-
Description:
When Platt set out on her journey to live with less, she just wanted to tame the chaos in her closet. After struggling with the austerity and whiteness of mainstream minimalism, she realized why minimalism often seems unattainable for so many: the emphasis on all-white, barren aesthetics distracts from the practice of living with intention. Here she gets right to the heart of how childhood experiences and expectations manifest in adulthood, the delicate dance between needs and wants, and the complicated weight of familial and societal pressures. Platt presents a radical revisioning of minimalism, one that celebrates the importance of history and heritage, and gives you permission to make space for what really matters-- your way. -- adapted from back cover
Format:
Book
Call Number:
179.9 Pla
