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A garage attic before Organization Pending decluttered and organized. Many bins and items are covering the floor.

What are the Biggest Decluttering Mistakes?

Don't miss this month's discussion on the biggest decluttering mistakes, and Upper Arlington Updates with Company News for Earth Day and local sustainability efforts.

Apr 165 min read

A closet is being decluttered and organized, with one side of the hallway loosely organized with groups of items. Some items remain in the closet, a work in progress.

What's the Difference Between Home Organizing and Cleaning?

This month we're discussing the difference between home organizing and cleaning, what we really mean when we talk about having a tidy home, and why it makes sense to hire a home organizer before a cleaning company. Don't miss Organization Pending's tips to help you celebrate your home organizing goals for National Organize Your Home Office Day and National Clean Out Your Closet Week, and join Tabi for A Parenting Moment, including a cyberbullying resource.

Mar 197 min read

An organized shed for kids who play many sports.

Keep Your Sports-Centered Family Organized and On Time With These Tips

Spring sports are here, and we're joined by guest writer Jason Kenner from On-Par Parent to discuss why being a sports parent can feel so overwhelming, and his tips to keep your kids, their gear, and your family's schedule organized for the season. Don't miss a special offer for Declutter for a Cause Month, and mark your calendars for the annual Sustainability Fair!

Feb 194 min read

An open, empty closet is on the left, with a mostly empty wooden floor, and a few stacked boxes and bins are directly ahead, underneath a window with closed blue curtains.

Sustainable Moving in Central Ohio

Don't miss this month's: interview with Easy Move Bins, offering a sustainable and convenient storage and moving solution, Organization Pending's 5 reasons to declutter and organize before moving, "An Inspired Chat" Company News, and Repair Cafe news in Upper Arlington Updates!

Jan 156 min read

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Best Columbus Donation and Recycling Resources

Don't miss this month's tip of the month for Columbus and Upper Arlington Donation and Recycling Resources, a reminder about holiday lights recycling, a thank you for Organization Pending's upcoming 4-year anniversary, and company news about Nextdoor's 2025 Neighborhood Faves!

Dec 18, 20254 min read

Tabi, Owner/Operator of Organization Pending, is crouching down, writing measurements on a notepad, wearing all black, with an orange dust wipe and orange tape measure at their waist

Is It Worth It To Hire a Home Organizer?

This month we're discussing Is It Worth It To Hire a Home Organizer?, with real-life experiences to back up some surprising statistics on how clutter interacts with our daily lives, and 4 Reasons to Hire a Home Organizer. Don't miss pumpkin, political sign, and holiday lights recycling resources, and make sure to look at Organization Pending's 2025 Local Holiday Gift Guide before Black Friday and Small Business Saturday!

Nov 13, 20256 min read

Columbus Donations: Pre-Holiday Decluttering with Kids

Declutter and donate to support the causes you care about with a list of Columbus organizations accepting kids' donations ages 0-18, including local recycling resources for batteries and electronics.

Sep 18, 20254 min read

basement workout area in a home, with a treadmill, bookcases, and boxing equipment

Working Out in the 614

This month we're meeting our workout goals with Inclusifity AKA The Gayest Gym in the 614, and Home Organizing Tips That Get You to the Gym. Don't miss Inclusifity's Top Three Tips for People Starting Their Fitness Journey, and Organization Pending's Bold Journey news!

Aug 14, 20256 min read

Clutter Blindness and Our Homes

Let's Talk About Covid and Clutter - the effect it's still having on our homes, a discussion on why clutter sometimes suddenly appears, tips to help you get started on your decluttering journey, and three steps for implementing the Container Concept. Don't miss the news about Tabi's recent VoyageOhio feature, and end-of-life textile recycling information!

Jul 17, 20255 min read

organized playroom with doll houses in the corner, and organized bins and cubes in a white shelving organizer

Clean Up Your Room?!?

Deep dive into some of the common struggles kids have when we want them to declutter, organize, and clean their rooms, with Why Doesn't My Kid Know How to Clean Up Their Room?.

Jun 20, 20255 min read

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A Celebration of Families

Celebrate National Baby Day and the International Day of Families with Community Recommendation Erin Flavin Parent Coach, including her Top Five Parenting Tips, and Organization Pending's Tips for Kids with Two Homes. Explore resources to support your decluttering and organizing journey for National Small Business Month and National Home Improvement Month, and don't miss Organization Pending's updates from the recent Sustainability Fair!

Apr 17, 20259 min read