KIDS ONLY
In Branson's playroom,
left,
four bedside tables line
up for storage across one wall. Drawers and bins
make it easy for Branson to put away his musical
instruments, art supplies, and toys. Baskets and jars
for socks, hats, and coin change keep his closet,
below,
tidy. “Labels help kids stay organized,”
Amanda says. A steamer trunk,
bottom,
stores
the 6-year-old’s books.
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JA N U A R Y 2 0 0 9 BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS
CLUTTER CO NTRO L
DAILY
Set aside 20 minutes in the morning to walk
through the house and tidy up so you come home
to a welcoming space.
WEEKLY
Devote one afternoon to set house-
keeping goals for the week ahead. Put chores in
your calendar. “Knowing exactly what you need
to accomplish makes you feel more in control,”
Amanda says.
MONTHLY
Go through kids’ schoolwork and
decide what to save, such as art or a first spelling
test, in a memory box. Toss the rest.
SEASONALLY
Donate clothing you haven’t worn in
a couple of seasons. Twice a year, go through toys
and donate what is no longer needed. 1®
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