Organizing 101 ( Part 1 of 2)

I just finished organizing my crafting supplies, and I am happy with the results. Here's Part 1 of my organizing project.



Planning
What area do I really want to organize? If you are like me – there are several, but I can only tackle one area at a time. My crafting supplies became first priority in preparation for the card making activities I have planned for this year. Choose your priority area and have a good reason why you want it organized. Your reason will keep you motivated.



Strategy
Do I have a budget? How much time can I allocate for this activity?
My strategy was to organize at the least cost or none at all. I also decided to set aside one weekend morning for this activity.



Pre-Organizing Activity
Since I wanted to organize at no cost, I was on the look-out for available things I can use. Luckily, I found empty boxes from the office just right for my need. I gathered these boxes everytime I found them in empty. Bringing them home was no bother as I can fold and unfold them easily.
Soon, I had enough boxes but, I wanted my boxes to look nice. Again, the mantra was organizing without spending. I looked for unused wrapping paper at home not caring if they are for Christmas, christening, birthday wrappers. Started wrapping the top part of the boxes whenever I had time.

Top : Part of my mess

Bottom : Boxes and wrapping paper

Over to you :

• What is your priority area to organize?
• How much are you willing to spend ( money and time) ?

Next : Part 2 - The Organizing Day