Category Archives: Organizing

Simplified by Bobbie: Live life like you’re on a vacation

Posted on March 7, 2013 by Bobbie Friedman

Bobbie Friedman says getting organized can help you free up more time to relax — even when you’re not officially on vacation.

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Video: Create a decorative plastic bag holder

Posted on February 25, 2013 by Bethany Fehlinger

Plastic, plastic everywhere! What to do with these plastic bags? Roll them up and create a decorative holder from an empty wipes container.

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Video: Create a hanging organizer for scarves

Posted on February 3, 2013 by Sarah Chain

Create a hanging scarf organizer by attaching shower hooks to a clothes hanger, all for less than $5.

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Get the most out of your home’s nooks and crannies

Posted on January 11, 2013 by Smart Staff

Organizing tiny spaces can be a challenge — especially when you have to share the square footage.

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VIDEO: Simplify handout overload with an easy
filing system for your kids’ paperwork

Posted on September 4, 2012 by April Trotter

Bobbie Friedman, owner of Simplified By Bobbie, offers tips on how to tame kitchen counter clutter.

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Branch out: Find the perfect tree for your outdoor space

Posted on June 18, 2012 by Smart Staff

 Picking out a tree for your yard requires a little more research, time and commitment than grabbing a six-pack of pansies for those planters on your porch. After all, this plant will hopefully be around for decades — not … Continue reading →

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Download Smart labels to get organized in the kitchen

Posted on May 7, 2012 by Kara Eberle

Click on the images below for printable labels to help you stay organized in the kitchen, as referenced on page 17 of the May/June 2012 issue.

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Making a picture-perfect pantry

Posted on May 7, 2012 by Jess Krout

Jackie Sprout had some unique homework in March. Bobbie Friedman, owner of Simplified by Bobbie, asked the East Manchester Township woman to empty her pantry — a project that covered three tables in her dining room and additional space in … Continue reading →

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Smart Sponsor: 10 Creative Ways to Reuse Common Household Items

Posted on April 24, 2012 by Bell Socialization

I love finding news ways to reuse common household items. So to continue the theme of Earth Day, I thought I would share my top 10 favorite ways to repurpose what many would call “trash.” Just follow these tips and … Continue reading →

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Enjoy winter: Get inspired for a home makeover

Posted on March 8, 2012 by Sarah Chain

Around this time each year, I start getting antsy for spring. I want to clear out clutter and re-organize my closets and sew slipcovers for my throw pillows and buy a new comforter. The beginning of a new season always … Continue reading →

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