Our Favorite Organizing Posts from Anni Weeks
- weeksannika
- Aug 9, 2021
- 3 min read
Updated: Jan 17, 2022
Interested in organizing your pantry or kitchen supplies? Expert Annika Weeks shares the top organizing posts from her nutrition business, Anni Weeks.
Does clutter create confusion for you? A messy house means a messy mind. When it comes to the kitchen, dining room, and pantry space -- what are the top tips for staying organized?
For those of you readers who don't already know, I (Annika) run my own business! I'm a registered nutrition and dietetic technician who specializes in copywriting for nutrition companies and professionals. Basically I talk and write about food 24/7 and it is THE BEST.
Read on for a deep dive into the archives of www.anniweeks.com, where I share my favorite posts on keeping your kitchen space(s) in order.
Introduction to Organization
While I don't offer organization as a professional service anymore, I'm still an avid organizer at home. The following posts document my process and the elements of an organized kitchen that I find most helpful.
The Four Stages of Organization as a Process (Not an Event)
This post introduces my framework for organization, including the four basic stages that allow a system to evolve and change as needed:
Perspective
Planning
Preparation
Problem-Solving
These steps allow for finding joy in the process and help keep the positive perspective of organization as a process and not a final event.
Organizing 101: Back to the Basics
There are a million different opinions out there about how to organize your home. In this post, I introduce the five basic principles that I return to time and time again. These principles answer my most asked questions about kitchen organization -- and, I personally abide by them to keep my own house in order.
Your System Should Serve YOU
This post includes 10 comprehensive questions to ask yourself at the beginning of the design or décor process. For example, "What are your day to day needs?" A great article if you're just beginning to renovate or redesign, this post can help you answer questions about your organizational system.
Safety First
Keeping kitchen items organized is a key part of having a safe environment. From food storage to common hazards, this post addresses efficient kitchen flow and how to achieve it. A safe space allows the home to have a sense of increased security.
Less is More
We love the simple elegance of a well-placed item. Sometimes white space adds more depth than anything else. This post talks about six excellent tools for using minimalism to maximize a space.
Clarity & Transparency
I love being able to see my belongings, and I bet you do to. From food to furniture, designers are getting creative by allowing windows into what is inside. Find out how clarity benefits organization by clicking the button below.
5 Clear Solutions for Sustainability
Clear containers are often good for the reason that they can be the "greener", cleaner option. In other words, clear containers (especially glass ones) can be reused. Recycling can be beautiful while benefiting you and the environment, too.
How to set up a Sanitation Station
Handwashing is the most simple and accessible way to prevent disease. Written during the COVID-19 pandemic, the principles in this post still apply! This post teaches you how to set up a small sanitation station at home -- plus, answers questions I commonly get from clients like, "How effective is hand sanitizer?"
Top 5 Take-Home Lessons Netflix's "The Home Edit"
If you're like me, I binge-watched the entirety of The Home Edit as quickly as I could. In this post, I blend expert advice with my experience. You'll find my top tips after watching Joanna and Clea, plus points about food safety and healthy eating behaviors.
A Final Word With Anni Weeks
These posts are a great place to look if you're new to organizing! They offer basic tips and principles about the process of organizing places that get used a lot. I focus primarily on nutrition copywriting now over at www.anniweeks.com, so if you have any home design or organization questions, feel free to submit them using my about page.
With love,
The Weeks
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