Clutter Kicker

05/29/2026

TGIF! It's time for Lauren's Free Advice Friday...

This tip comes from Amelia!

Night Shift reduces the amount of blue light your screen emits and gives your eyes a break in the evening. While it won't magically make you put your phone down, it can make nighttime screen use easier on your eyes and help create a more relaxing bedtime routine.

Small habits can make a big difference when it comes to better rest!

(iPhone users: Click on the Brightness slider in the Control Center to access)

(Android users: Go to Settings > Display > Night Light, Eye Comfort Shield, or Bedtime Mode)

05/29/2026

Amelia here, with a resource for anyone heading off to college!

Going to college means a LOT to keep track of, so I made the ultimate Google Sheet with packing lists, checklists, and organized categories for everything I need.

If you're a college student or you're related to one: Download my Google Sheet, make it your own and let me know what you think. Good luck!

Download:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1XQHl4z19fI-_DN0-FdMpF47Qa6GvuU3PmSLtl5xecxo/edit?usp=drivesdk

05/27/2026

Hi, everyone! My name is Amelia Jaimes and I am lucky enough to be interning with Clutter Kicker for a few weeks. I’m currently a senior at Amity Regional High School and will be attending Penn State in the fall, where I’ll be studying Biomedical Engineering.

A bit about the organizing side of me:

MY BED: One thing that always helps me feel more organized is making my bed every morning. It’s such a small habit, but it helps my whole room feel cleaner and less chaotic right away.

MY WALL: I also love keeping pictures, posters, tickets, and memories on the wall above my bed. I’ve learned that organization doesn’t mean getting rid of your personality, it’s about creating a space that feels both functional and personal to you. Keeping meaningful items displayed in an intentional way helps my room feel organized, while still feeling like me.

MY MEALS: Another thing I do for myself is I like to cook a lot of food on Sundays and have it ready for the week, so all I need to do is heat it up!

05/22/2026

TGIF! It's time for Lauren's Free Advice Friday...

I know some of you are going to hate this or tell me I'm crazy, but if you enjoy the shopping part, but would prefer not to spend money during the buying part, plan a non-shopping trip!

You walk around the store or stores, but decide in advance not to buy anything.

Then go home and think of all the money you saved!

05/21/2026

As I mention to every client, it’s a sign of strength to ask for help.

Whether it’s because you don’t have the skill or you just don’t want to do the task, be vulnerable and call in an expert, especially when it will make your life easier.

Every other month, Sarah and I get on a Google Meet for an hour and reconcile my books. I used to do it on my own with excel, but then decided to kick it up a notch and started using accounting software. Enter Sarah with , whom I totally trust. I like paying attention to what she does, so she shares her screen with me and I answer her various questions about my revenue and expenses. I love the efficiency of the process and love that I don’t have to think about accounting.

👉What task do you outsource that makes your life easier?

05/18/2026

I am SO honored to serve as the President of , the incredible organization that has given me so much. 🙏

I don’t lead this group alone though, and so I was thrilled to lead our Volunteer Appreciation Meeting on Friday, where we recognized our Board members, business partners and members (with a shout out to the seven new members who have joined us this year!) for all they do to keep our chapter strong. 💪

The theme this year was self-care. As professional organizers, we spend so much effort and love taking care of our clients, so we focused on how we take care of ourselves. From meditation and exercise, to healthy eating and enjoying nature, this group had some great ideas. 🧘 🏃‍♀️🥗

And as a treat, everyone was able to come up to the self-care buffet line and put together an on-the-job self-care kit. 🎉

Thank you to my fellow board members of 2025-2026:
Leslie Raycraft
Bonnie Arrix
Jennifer Glover Keller
Judith Ann Kirk
Katie Richards
Kimberly Mansfield
Gustavo Mesa
Toni Riordan
Susan O’Connell

And 2026-2027:
Leslie Raycraft
Janice Williams
Jennifer Glover Keller
Katie Richards
Kimberly Mansfield
Gustavo Mesa
Toni Riordan
Melissa Kascak

And a huge thank you to for so graciously hosting us this month!!

05/15/2026

05/15/2026

TGIF! It's time for Lauren's Free Advice Friday...

Whether you're a paper person or a hybrid person, it's okay to get your bills in the mail. You may be surprised to know that I do too.

However, once the bill is paid, it no longer needs to be kept. Recycle it or shred it, just don't keep it.

05/08/2026

TGIF! It's time for Lauren's Free Advice Friday...

I can’t stand when I need the superglue, once in a blue moon, and it has hardened. So I was thrilled to learn this tip from my client, and thrilled to share it with you!

Did you know that keeping superglue in the freezer (airtight) significantly extends its shelf life?

How helpful is that?!

05/01/2026

TGIF! It's time for Lauren's Free Advice Friday...

How much space in your house is being taken up by large, never used items? Reclaim your space from those serving platters, golf clubs, that moldy tent, and the set of grandma’s china! B’bye!