of sight and out of reach. Find a safe place for jewelry, keepsakes, and perfumes. Store hair products and styling tools in the cabinets. Make the bathroom look like it is rarely used. • Bedrooms — Focus on showcasing closet space. Clean out your closet and remove off-season clothes. Adhere to the “if I haven’t worn it in a year it goes” rule and donate everything you don’t need. When it comes to clothing, we generally only wear 20% of the clothes we own 80% of the time. • Dining Areas — Clear off any flat surfaces, including the dining table, leaving only subtle décor such as a vase of flowers. Keep the furniture dusted. • Living Areas — Gather stacks of books, magazines, remotes, toys and gaming gadgets, and pillows and throws to clear all flat surfaces. Pack away unnecessary items and store magazines and electronics in decorative bins. Fold and drape throws on chairs. • Office Space — Organization is the focus for office space. Overflowing shelves do not reflect useful space. Keep all personal papers stored out of sight. Clear the desk to create a space where concentration and work are easy tasks. • Linen Closets — Organize and clean out old towels, sheets, pillows, and blankets. Store seasonal blankets, clothes, and outerwear off-site. Keep linens to a minimum. • Laundry Room —Whether your washer and dryer are in the basement, laundry room, or closet, your laundry area should be neat and organized. Use
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