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The Right Stuff: Assemble Your Decluttering and Organizing Toolkit - The Clutter Fairy Weekly #292

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Show Notes

As you work toward your organizing goals, it’s important to set yourself up to succeed by creating a supportive environment. A key condition for success is having the right tools and supplies at your disposal. In episode #292 of The Clutter Fairy Weekly, Gayle Goddard, professional organizer and owner of The Clutter Fairy in Houston, Texas, offers guidance for assembling an organizing toolkit so you’ll be equipped to face nearly any clutter challenge that may arise. Show notes: https://cfhou...

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