The holidays are here, and that means houseguests. So what do you do? Do you run to the store to buy new things? Search Yelp for a 24 hour emergency cleaning company? Don't fret, none of that is necessary. Instead, in…
Last summer I received a coach inquiry from a woman here in New York, and when I looked at the resume I saw that she had worked a few years at a farm owned by friends of mine in Vermont. Naturally,…
I love the Holiday season and nearly everything about it. From the decorations to the music to the family and friends downtime, it's just a great time of year. But, like many others, there are times I feel guilt over…
It's time for the annual git exchange with friends and family. If the idea of bringing more things into your home (that you probably don't need) causes you some stress, you are not alone. You know how it feels, so…
My best friend and I were once driving into the city for a bachelorette party and ended up in Bayonne, NJ. Yes, you heard that right, we are incredibly directionally challenged. Our detour made us super late to the party and…
October is a time for getting your home in shape before the cold season arrives. You'll be spending more time indoors once the weather shifts, so why not create a more relaxed yet functional space for yourself? For those who…
What do you get when you mix a radio and tv talk show host, a zen monk and a home organization expert? One very fun interview! Last week I had the pleasure of appearing on live television to discuss and promote…
Last week I posted Part I of my two part Maeve's Method Guide to Closet Organization. Were you able to get started? I hope so! If not, no worries, now that you have both parts in your hands it will…
For most of us, the thought of tackling a closet to clear out old or outdated clothes fills us with dread. But no worries, with these simple hints you can cruise through your closet project in a weekend, ready to…
Seemingly everyone has those 1, 2 or 10 tasks that just endlessly drag and somehow never get off of our to do lists. The fact that we merely have to read the task day in and day out seems to taunt us…
Maeve shares top tips with Reader's Digest on how to easily get ready for overnight guests.
Years ago when I first began a spiritual practice I often used the mantra, "release and let go." I'd say it over and over in my mind to help me let a sneaky lingering thought go. To release is to…
I've noticed a weird trend with people lately. If I reach out to them and they don't respond immediately, they always say to me, "sorry for the delayed response." Even my best friends will respond like this when I sent a…
Fall is here. It feels like more of a new year to me than actual New Years. I love the idea of freshening up my wardrobe at this time more than ever. Perhaps you have the urge to make a…
I don't know about you - but I can definitely relate to Saved by the Bell Jessie Spano character's "there's never any time!" freak out - sans the caffeine pills dependency of course. Between work, relationships, family, health and wellness,…
Back to school season is here! Maeve offers up top organization tips for parents & kids, as featured in DNAinfo.com.
Enjoy our latest collaboration with Reader's Digest, 18 Subtle Organizing Mistakes That Make Your Kitchen Look Sloppy. Maeve offers up her top tips for how to create an organized and productive kitchen. Enjoy!
"I'm going to start my day tomorrow with a run, it'll be great!" confidentially says Tuesday night you. Turns out, Wednesday morning you can be a real jerk sometimes. You accidentally overslept and thus had to rush and cram in what…
June is a time for celebrating. For teachers and students it marks the end of of the school year, and for Chicagoans (and many others) it’s the start of warmer weather. My husband and I like to take advantage of…
