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THE BLOG

Welcome to the Tidy by Chan Blog, where we share insider secrets, top tips, best practices, and in-depth product reviews from the Tidy Team. This is your source for all things organizational, so step inside and have a look around!

Chan Kavka 2/17/24 Chan Kavka 2/17/24

Pantry Backstock

You bought the cute bins, you bought the lazy susans, you bought the labels, you bought the canisters and decanted to your heart's desire… and now, you're left with all the leftovers. Half-empty snack bags, extra spice jars, and various odds and ends rattle around your kitchen drawers. Where do they fit in your now-perfect pantry?

Chan Kavka 1/29/24 Chan Kavka 1/29/24

Your Printed Family Photos Can Look Picture-Perfect. Here’s How.

Your photos tell a story. These organization tips will help them shine.

Chan Kavka 6/4/23 Chan Kavka 6/4/23

Label Makers: A Love Story

I own 4 different label makers and I love them all. If you’re an average Joe organizing your home, you won’t need all of these; one will do! How do you know which one will best suit your needs?

Chan Kavka 4/18/23 Chan Kavka 4/18/23

Tried-and-True Garage Shelving

Here is a comprehensive guide to all the garage shelving solutions that I love and use. **Warning** This blog post is NOT for the faint of heart.

Sara Gee 2/1/22 Sara Gee 2/1/22

The No-Fail Filing System

Here is my disclaimer: this blog post is not for everyone. That being said, I am sharing it because I know how many people’s lives this filing system has changed for the better.

Sara Gee 11/9/21 Sara Gee 11/9/21

Recipe Organization

Your grandmother's overflowing box of stained index cards with once neatly written recipes, now smudged, are a thing of the past. There is an easy way to organize your recipes.

Sara Gee 10/25/21 Sara Gee 10/25/21

IKEA vs The Container Store

I am kicking off my first official blog post with my most asked about topic, the IKEA vs Container Store showdown. Which product is better? Are you actually saving money?