Tidying Up with Marie Kondo – Episode 5 Review

Susan Stewart April 12, 2020 No Comments

In Episode 5 Frank and Matt want to declutter and get organized in order to feel like responsible adults. Many of us can relate to this feeling. Being organized helps…

Susan Stewart and Travis discuss organizing and mental health

Organizing Deep Dive – Holiday Clutter

Susan Stewart January 4, 2020 No Comments

In this episode of Organizing Deep Dive, we explore the psychology of organizing holiday clutter and how to live more simply.

St. Louis based professional organizer Susan Stewart and Travis Stewart

Introducing Organizing Deep Dive

Susan Stewart December 20, 2019 No Comments

In this video, introducing Organizing Deep Dive, we discuss our desire to help people find greater freedom from the grip of stuff. In future videos, we will explore topics such…

Top 10 Kitchen Design Mistakes

Susan Stewart December 18, 2019 No Comments

Are you designing a kitchen or remodeling an old one? After 14 years of organizing kitchens, we present our Top 10 Kitchen Design Mistakes.

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Keeping Your Furniture Safe When Moving

Susan Stewart November 30, 2019 No Comments

Are you preparing for a move and worried about items breaking or getting damaged? We’ve compiled some useful tips to help you ensure the safety of your furniture on moving…

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5 Signs of Compulsive Shopping

Susan Stewart September 30, 2019 No Comments

Why is it that some of us compulsively buy stuff we don't need? What drives these impulsive purchases and creates overflowing closets and drawers?

Tidying Up with Marie Kondo – Episode 4 Review

Susan Stewart September 8, 2019 No Comments

In Episode 4 Margie Hodges, who has recently lost her husband, meets Marie Kondo, who helps her sort through belongings after losing her husband.

Inspiring and Budget-Friendly Ideas for Making Your New House Feel like Home

Susan Stewart June 18, 2019 No Comments

Purchasing a new place is an exciting turning point in life, but usually it takes some doing to make it feel like home. Two areas of importance are the rooms…

Tidying Up with Marie Kondo – Episode 3 Review

Susan Stewart May 29, 2019 No Comments

As I continue reviewing each episode, this blog focuses on Episode 3 and the Mersier family. If you haven’t seen any of the Tidying Up episodes, I encourage you to…

How to Make Your Own Perfect Creative Space

Susan Stewart April 5, 2019 No Comments

Every creative person needs a space where they can brainstorm ideas, work on their skills, and expand their imagination. Whether you are a professional or a keen hobbyist, the value…

Simple Tips for Organizing Your Photos

Susan Stewart March 27, 2019 No Comments

Here's a quick video with simple tips for organizing your hard copies of photos in a container that makes it easy to find and retrieve your memories.

Tidying Up with Marie Kondo – Episode 2 Review

Susan Stewart February 26, 2019 No Comments

I’m getting asked weekly, “have you watched that Marie Kondo show on Netflix?” Some people have been motivated, others disturbed but everyone wants to know if that’s what I “really…

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Lighting a Dark Linen Closet or Pantry

Susan Stewart February 16, 2019 No Comments

Linen closets, pantries, and coat closets can be dark places where socks, towels, scarves and gloves seem to disappear. This video provides a solution.

Tips for Organizing Kitchen Drawers

Susan Stewart January 19, 2019 No Comments

Susan Stewart of Perfectly Placed Organization and Design, LLC offers tips on organizing kitchen drawers in this short video.

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Tidying Up with Marie Kondo – Episode 1 Review

Susan Stewart January 14, 2019 No Comments

Netflix's new show Tidying Up with Marie Kondo is motivating people to declutter. Professional Organizer Susan Stewart reviews Episode 1.

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