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To get an idea of what you own, group like things together. Use your utensil drawer as a model. In it you have forks, knives, and spoons, all in their own slots, and you know there are 12 or each.

The kids are heading back to class and the thought of once again dealing with all their stuff can make even the most organized mom anxious. "Running a household is like running a small business," says Kim Cosentino, owner of The De-Clutter Box, an organizing company in Westmont, Illinois. "To keep things moving smoothly, you need to put efficient systems in place." Check out these tips to keep your house free from stacks of paper, coats, or sporting goods.

“I’ve seen an excess of unwanted items donated, or on street curbs during this new wave of DeCluttering and recent downsizing,” says Kim Cosentino, professional organizer and founder of The De-Clutter Box. “People [often] have so many things that will not fit into their simplified dream home. 

The best way to get the whole family to keep the garage organized? Have them help create the system, advises Westmont-based organizer Kim Cosentino. “When you put your energy into something, you’re more likely to maintain it,” she says. Also, label each corner, shelf or category to remind everybody to put things back where they belong.

Your first task is to schedule an appointment with your space, says Kim Cosentino, professional organizer and owner of The De-Clutter Box, based in Westmont, Illinois. Most people never get around to clearing the clutter because their schedule is packed. So, just as you would schedule a regular checkup with your doctor, schedule an appointment with your home to begin organizing. Take two hours one morning and set that time aside to start getting things in order.

Kim Cosentino turned her garage sale into a family effort. A professional organizer with The Declutter Box, Inc., Cosentino says children who are "budding entrepreneurs" can sort through their own toys for items to sell, and invite their friends to do the same.

If your home is cluttered and chaotic, it can be hard to relax and spend time with your family and friends. However, by taking a few simple steps to organize your home, you can turn it into a peaceful oasis.