I started with my kitchen last school holidays, systematically removing all products from one cupboard at a time.

Did you know? Bamboo is the sustainable, cost effective and ecologically responsible alternative to widespread clearing of our world's precious timberland.

Lifespace carries a range of bamboo products including shower caddies, dish racks, draw organisers, bath mats and bath caddies.

School holiday bliss.  No alarms for the school run, or cut lunches and a chance to just 'be with' our kids - at least until we have moments of wanting to tear our hair out.

Take our advice and start small, divide your task into smaller manageable size parts to tackle one by one.

I can't believe Michael didn't tell me this great compact dish rack had arrived from Simplehuman! It fits down in the double kitchen sink for those who don't want clutter on the bench tops. Could also be great for those little caravan sinks.

Here is the solution to my dilemma while trying to tidy our walk in robe. The handbag organiser protects and organises while also eliminating wasted shelf space.

So often I feel like I just need the simplest of ideas and inspiration to help me better arrange or organise something and declutter my life.

So why not call in the advice of an expert for free?

Professional Organiser, Rebecca Mezzino, has got ideas to solve some of the biggest causes of clutter, that mess up our efforts for a nice clear bench, walkway, or perhaps even freeing up the spare room.

I'm really pleased we've been able to introduce some Aussie designs at Lifespace. What a beautiful celebration of our home grown creativity.

I think I've settled the final piece in my puzzle to control homely clutter.

It's a tall, dark and handsome character. Should I feel guilty?

I love this idea by Professional Organiser Rebecca Mezzino - a new clothes embargo for 2012.  What a great way to truly re-visit or toss items in your wardrobe that are otherwise wasting space and cluttering our minds.

Use fridge/pantry baskets to store each child's ready made lunch for them to grab and put into their lunch bags.

Even name each basket so they know which basket contains their sandwich, fruit, drink and yoghurt or other treats. 

I find over door hooks a great central spot to return school bags and hats. Different preferences will consider whether they're best in the child's room, behind the internal garage door or discreetly behind the laundry or bathroom doors. 

A hanging sweater organiser (with or without drawers) can provide a central spot for things the children need to pack each day such as PE gear, books or forms that are due back. Maybe it's even a clean uniform for little ones dressing themselves?

This can suit hall cupboard or any wardrobe. Maybe a shoe version is more suitable for narrower spaces? 

Crunch time - to control our boys' cluttered bathroom draw.

The small draw limited my options, presenting a toss up between the new Double Up Cutlery Tray and the Small Multi Bin Pack. 

... check the video here. 

Remove what you haven't used this month and if you're not willing to toss it altogether, store in a plastic container of items not needed regularly.

Remaining goods should be sorted according to size and use.

Customers who are in love with the Aussie designed acrylic caddies now have the perfect solution to adapt the over screen style to fit their shower head or directly attach to the wall.

The conversion kits are fantastically created, but I wanted to explain how they work.

I love the feedback when one of our products is reviewed.

The Organised Housewife (well known for her delightful blog & daily tasks via facebook or email) has recently been putting the Zero long acrylic caddy to good use - and blogged about its benefits for the kids to reach.

Love this little gem shared by Adelaide Professional Organiser, Rebecca Mezzino of Clear Space Organising Services.

"We have so many little electrical gadgets in our homes these days that it's easy to misplace them, their chargers and/or their cables. This is a great, simple way to keep track of them; a shoe organiser and little tags." (photo copyright Hector Sanchez)

It's officially winter on Friday and my wardrobe is already chaotic - having loaded it with cumbersome winter woolies.

Seek out smarter use of your wardrobe space with Closet Max storage options that can provide a second tier of hanging space...

Rotating toys periodically has been working a treat for me in recent years - just this week some supposedly long lost cars and a stuffed toy have re-invigorated play (and avoided some brotherly disputes).

Here's a great de-cluttering mission fromThe Organised Housewife.  A useful blog for anyone trying to regain control.

What comes first when it's time to clean out?

Professional Organiser Rebecca Mezzino can help you find the best approach with these simple tips on how to get started.

A simple solution to double your hanging space - with flexibility to move.

Avoid juggling unruly cords with the simple Cord Clipper.

It controls anything from hair styler cables to...

Ask yourself 'does this need to be done?' If not don't.

Can it be done in less than 2 minutes, accomplish immediately & forget.

Cap your to-do-list by prioritising...

I needed some daily Tidy Tasks to get me back on track with a more streamlined home after the July school holidays... so I shared these daily on facebook and twitter in case others wanted to join in.

Streamlining our sink area could make the simplest impression on visual clutter in the kitchen.

Try some baskets or shelves to optimise storage... 

What is your vision for the perfect home office? Do you want a home office that is not only functional but also lets you find any piece of paperwork you need in a jiffy? Of course you do! 

It’s all in the organising systems – and making sure they work for you. Visualise what you would like your home office to look like – how does it look, feel and function? Write it all down or start collecting pictures.

Use the space behind your doors with stretchy fittings to line your pantry or store your handbags or caps in the walk in robe.

Never have enough space in your kitchen?

I know the feeling, yet the Jokari Kitchen Space Organiser uses wasted space under your eye level cabinets to store spices, food items, first aid... 

Toilets feature some of the most underutilised spaces in the home.

If you need more space and have a wasted area above your loo, these Over Toilet Racks offer a simple solution...

A rail mounted inside your sink cupboard can hide a hand towel, microfibre glass cloth, rubber gloves or other regularly used items.

Everyone has a dodgy bakeware cupboard, with tins that slide around everywhere.

It's time to bannish that baking dish clutter forever with the Aussie made Cakesnake rack... 

Do you often run  out of batteries? Or have a surplus of the wrong size?

We've got just the way to keep track of what you have, in one location, ready to grab for those inevitable battery emergencies.

I'm loving this oil and vinegar bottle as we enjoy more bbq's and salads with the warmer weather.

Need gift ideas? Piece together your own Pamper Hamper for the kitchen lover with items that simplify their daily effort.

Pantry ideas include: shelf organisers, sink tidy...

Maximise the space in your cupboards usingstorage drawers that are simple to pull out and see the contents.

Great for make-up in the bathroom...

Ready to get your kitchen cupboards operating efficiently?

A few space creators, introducing multiple levels or slide out access can make considerable difference.

Pictured: Whitmore Slide Out Basket with Shelf. 

Organise your fridge contents for ready access with some simple fridge binz and caddies or can dispenser racks. 

Set up activity zones in the garage, grouping tools in one area, sporting goods in another and garden equipment also at the ready.

Using the walls and ceiling will make better use of the space available... 

Hanging jewellery storage can be fantastic for hair ties, toys, electrical leads and other small collections.

Available in 44 pocket and 22 pocket. 

Back at work or anticipating the back to school routine? Streamline your start to the day with a few simple steps that help you get out the door faster.

Co-ordinate your daily cosmetics....

Set up a lego zone to contain building blocks and cart them where you need in the brikbag

Do your kitchen drawers frustrate you no end?

Life really will be easier if you cull half the contents from overun drawers and use some simple dividers....

Sometimes solving the storage challenge of a much loved item can be a gift in itself. Imagine the gift of buying your own new shoes - coupled with shoe storage to see you collection so far at a glance.

Great for jewellery and  handbag enthusiasts too.

Good space optimising tools in your wardrobe clean up are the perfect specialty hangers - that also optimise care of your clothes.

We can't believe the popularity of them lately, particularly the Hickson Hanger, swing arm trouser hanger, 4 tier skirt hanger, and coat hanger 3 pack

 

The uses for this Junk Draw Organiser are endless. Have you thought about it for a bathroom drawer too, or even office draw? 

If you really hate ironing, then try drip drying your clothes on coathangers (don't spin them until they crease).

Here's a great Hang and Hide option to hang those coathangers on. When you're finished fold it neatly back against the wall.

Do you like the idea of a clothes valet - with your items selected ready to get you out the door in the morning - but don't have the space for a free standing one?

Try hanging the Over The Door Valet over your ensuite, robe or bedroom door to have a quick getaway.

Is there never enough room in your fridge? Do you waste items because you forget they were there?

Try transparent fridge binz. You can see what's there and when to re-stock.

Ready the next days outfit with an easily installed Hanger Holder or over door hook.

The hanger holder folds up out of the way when not in use. Ideal for walk in robe, ensuite, laundry or ironing nook. 

I love the simplicity of these suggestions from a Professional Organiser.... that I couldn't have put as succinctly myself. Thanks to Tanya Lea.

How's this for an alternative solution to cupboard storage.. great for bits in the bathroom, Sloppy sink bits or the back of the pantry door.

The pic simply cuts down an over door shoe organiser. You could use the other half for the opposite cupboard.

Hanging Jewellery Organisers are also ideal. 

With 2 small boys in the house, I'm sick of the angst caused in the toilet. Ensuring you don't run out of paper with this Over Cistern Roll Holder has got to help avoid a couple of the dramas.