Organized Simplicity

The clutter-free approach to intentional living 

by Tsh Oxenreider

Part 1 helps clarify what is important and meaningful in life and why living simply is better in every way. Part 2 is a plan for arranging your home to fulfill that vision. It lays out a 10-day full house cleaning and organizing overhaul and includes recipes for cleaners and toiletries.

I think this is a beautiful book. The author has obviously spent time thinking about what is of real value and turning her desires into reality. She presents the information in a clear, easy-to-follow manner. I agree with her values and want to put some of these plans into practice.

The author has a lovely blog at simplemom.net. You can also read more about her at tshoxenreider.com/about.

Live more, want less

52 ways to find order in your life 


by Mary Carlomagno 

Each chapter describes a real-life problem the author, a professional organizer, encountered and her solution followed by practical actions for the readers to apply to their own lives.

Author's website: order.

organic housekeeping

in which the Nontoxic Avenger shows you how to improve your health and that of your family while you save time, money, and, perhaps, your sanity

by Ellen Sandbeck

How to look after your home and property in less time without resorting to toxic substances. This book is worth reading, but it's quite long.

Clutter Busting

letting go of what's holding you back

by Brooks Palmer

A self-help guide to getting rid of the things that are preventing you from being happy. The author cites examples from his own "clutter-busting" business.

While I don't agree with the world-view expressed in this book, I do think it could be a useful tool in simplifying your life and deciding what really is important to you.