Essential Produce to Keep at Home—and How to Store It Right
By Jackie Leffner Fresh produce is the cornerstone of a healthy kitchen. Whether you’re cooking meals from scratch or just trying to snack smarter, having the right fruits and vegetables on hand can make all the difference. But knowing what to stock—and how to store it—can help you save money, reduce waste, and keep your […]
Pet Essentials: What You Need and How to Keep It All Organized
By Jackie Leffner Bringing a pet into your life is a joyful experience—but it also comes with responsibilities. Whether you are a new pet parent or a seasoned pro, having the right essentials and keeping them organized can make a world of difference in your daily routine and your pet’s well-being. What Are “Pet Essentials”? […]
🚗 Road Trip Ready: The Ultimate Checklist for Staying Organized (Especially with Kids!)
By Jackie Leffner Planning a long road trip with kids? Whether you are heading to the mountains, the beach, or across the country, being prepared can make all the difference between a smooth ride and a stressful one. Here is your go-to checklist for road trip essentials and smart organization tips to keep everyone happy […]
The Ultimate Guide to Organizing Your Travel Supplies and Suitcase
By Jackie Leffner Traveling can be an exciting adventure, but packing can often feel like a daunting task – not everyone is an organizing specialist and sometimes, we just need some organizing help. Whether you are heading on a weekend getaway or a month-long expedition, having a well-organized suitcase can make your journey smoother and […]
Best Organizing Books!
By Jackie Leffner As we have just entered the new year of 2025, we want to help inspire you to make turning each of your rooms into the best organized space. Maybe you start with laundry room organization and then move to the kitchen. Maybe you start with your garage and then move to your […]
Guest Rooms – How to Make a Great Experience
By Jackie Leffner We absolutely LOVE this time of year at Meat and Potatoes! For many, the holidays are a time of joy and positive family time. For others, this time of year might bring a little bit more stress. So, if you are hosting people at your house – we are going to teach […]
Holiday Shopping with a Purpose
By Jackie Leffner The holiday shopping season is here, and that means now is when so many of us start thinking about gift giving. How long is your list? Family members? Friends? Teachers? Coaches? When does the list end? It is important to remember the true reason for the holidays, of course, but gift giving […]
Organized Spaces: Kitchens
By Jackie Leffner This is the season of life where people gather to eat and enjoy each other’s company – what better time to make sure that your kitchen is one of the best organized spaces in your home! The more organized we can make your kitchen, the easier it is going to be to […]
Organized Spaces: Decluttering vs. Organizing
By Jackie Leffner As professional organizers we like to be intentional about the words that we use. We often hear our clients say things like, “I have a house cleaner, so why is my house so unorganized?” or “I organized all of my movies, but it still looks messy.” These are key phrases for us […]
Organized Spaces: Laundry Room
By Jackie Leffner Does laundry feel like a never-ending task in your home? Try to keep the door closed to the laundry room so you do not have to think about it? Do you have kids running around in the summer and changing outfits 100 times a day? Since you spend more time in your […]
