In Harmony Organizing

Happy World Organizing Day! In celebration, here are a few things I love about being a professional organizer: 1.) Hearing my clients express the relief and joy they feel after transforming their space from chaotic and stressful to organized and functional. 2.) The satisfaction after a big decluttering session when you can really see how much extraneous stuff has been removed from the space. 3.) The gratitude from recipients of my clients' unwanted items – people who can actually use the items and will give them new life. Shout-out to all my pro organizer colleagues who engage in this truly impactful work helping others improve their quality of life through an organized space.

Reduce clutter by taking advantage of vertical space! My client's living room blanket storage situation wasn't functional for her, so we brainstormed and decided to try out installing hooks on the wall. This way they are easy to grab, easy to put away, and don't languish on the couches, taking up space.

Happy Spring Equinox! The flowering trees are letting us know that spring is here, but I just wish we would get a little bit more sunshine too! I'm simultaneously thankful that we are NOT experiencing the unseasonable heat wave that much of the country is going through right now. Anyone else get that urge to come out from winter hibernation and declutter and clean your space?

This was a very satisfying bedroom refresh project. We did a major declutter, with many items being relocated to a crafting studio space. Then we swapped out some mismatched end tables for a much more visually simple and functional sideboard. All design and curation credit goes to my lovely client!

I was very excited to be able to successfully bring most of my usual organizing supplies (including my folding table) and also haul away a couple bags of donation items all by bicycle yesterday while my car was at the mechanic! Luckily my client was only a few miles away, so that made this much more feasible. I’ve had this large cargo bike trailer for many years, and it is really nice to have around when I need it!

This was a fun project: helping a 13-year-old declutter her bedroom! She had a very large collection of stuffed animals, which she did end up paring down quite a bit. We were able to utilize her over-the-door fabric hanging storage plus a metal basket to store some of the remaining items such that they were no longer taking up space on or next to her bed. The hanging storage is a wonderful use of vertical space, and this basket has a flat wooden top such that it can serve a dual function as a surface, similar to a coffee table.

5-star Review: "I had the pleasure of working with Rebecca from In Harmony Organizing to help get our gym dialed in after a big move—and she was fantastic!

From the moment she arrived, she jumped right in with thoughtful ideas, a calm and confident presence, and a clear plan to tackle the chaos. She helped us bring order and flow to our new space in a way that was both functional and visually appealing.

Rebecca was easy to work with, incredibly professional, and just a genuinely kind human. She listened, offered solutions, and made what could have been a stressful process feel totally manageable.

Highly recommend her for any organizing project—especially if you're juggling a move or managing a busy space like we were.

Thank you, Rebecca!" – Emily Johnson

Feeling stressed? Remember to get outside! Hang out with some plants! Many studies have shown that exposure to plants can lower blood pressure and cortisol (the stress hormone) levels and improve mood. I feel super fortunate to have space for a garden at home. Our fall fava plantings (pictured here) have gotten quite tall, we have more arugula than we can possibly eat, and our tree collard plants have rebounded wonderfully from their near total destruction during an ice storm two years ago. What are you doing to take care of yourself?

Is holiday gift shopping still on your to-do list? Before you head to the store (or start browsing online), check out my latest blog post: "Tips for Clutter-free Gift Giving." Get inspired with some fresh ideas about how to give gifts without causing the potential burden of clutter in your loved ones’ homes. Consider giving non-tangible gifts such as gift certificates, experiences, classes, travel, subscriptions, services, and more. Learn about how to maintain an attitude of detachment when giving gifts. And if you do opt to buy physical, consider buying local, handmade, and environmentally conscious. Find links to local businesses that offer gift certificates. This post was written 100% by humans!

Tips for Clutter-free Gift Giving — In Harmony Organizing | Professional Downsizing, Decluttering, & Organizing Services | Portland, OR Get inspired with some fresh ideas about how to give gifts without causing the potential burden of clutter in your loved ones’ homes. Consider giving non-tangible gifts such as gift certificates, experiences, classes, travel, subscriptions, services, and more. Learn about how to maintain an attitu...

I'm a huge fan of cleverly utilized vertical storage space! When I was helping a client unpack into their new home, we identified the side of the fridge as an ideal space to take advantage of for storage. We purchased some magnetic racks from Amazon, and at a subsequent session, arranged all of the spices on them. Now they are all super accessible and aren't cluttering up a counter or hard to find in a cabinet!