I’m going to reveal something very few have seen before. If you are squeamish, you may want to avoid this post. But, fear not. I promise to give you a remedy for the disaster that is my purse.
Even my husband won’t venture near this hideous mess. Promise not to judge me? I’m going to show you the dreadful contents of my handbag.
Here are close-ups–if you dare look.
Candy cane from Christmas, umbrella, color chart, glasses, keys, pads and pens, receipts. A fortune from my Chinese dinner, a toothpick (gross), wax for my braces, sunglasses, necklace. Used kleenexes, a perfume sample, and my billfold. (Where are the nine ladies dancing?)
Okay, I know. I know. Time to organize. And how could I ever let this get so out of control? (Scout’s honor–this really is the contents of my bag.)
A Fabulous Remedy for the Mess
Most of you know what a fan I am of Zip-
First, I separated the mess and put
I got rid of trash, receipts, used toothpicks (I know), and other superfluous stuff.
And I categorized what was left over into three bags:
- lipstick, comb, emery board
- Pens, pads, business cards, color chart
- Coupons and receipts
What a Difference…Now Take a Look!
Not sure my husband will want to search through every tiny bag, but at least I’ll know where I
And I even happened to find a monetary reward. Along with some words of wisdom:
I don’t know what took me so long!
Now I gotta go find a place for all that stuff I didn’t put back in my purse! See you next time.
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14 Comments
Great blog and I love the clutter free bags. Thanks Sharon.
Beverly,
I had faith that my readers wouldn’t judge my “clutter.” I learned a long time ago, if you blog, you have to be honest. And, girl, I just poured it ALL out…literally.
Thanks for your comment as always.
Sharon, I LOVE this! I have been having thoughts on what to do to organize my purse and this looks great! Thanks for sharing this. Can’t wait to get organized.
Glad to help, Cindy.
And so happy that I’m not the only one with this dilemma.
My readers are so great!!!
Oh Sharon you made me chuckle. Loved your blog. Like you I am the storage bag Queen when it comes to organizing. I use them all the time. I will check out the ones you found in the cosmetic section at Walmart.
In case any of you don’t know, Lita Daniel is a professional organizer. You can find her on my blog here.
If she approves, you know it has to be a good idea.
Lita, the only thing I wish is that one side of the “Contain the Clutter” Zip bags were clear (see-through). Then I could really see at a glance if what I need is in there.
Perhaps, I’ll send a message to SC Johnson & Co.! Thanks for your note!
For general use, I alternate between two purses and both of mine are currently in worse shape than yours was! I can’t wait to try the bags to help keep mine organized! Should make switching contents so much easier. Thank you!
Sherry,
You are a doll to admit it. I think when you use the “Zips” they make changing out your purse easier. Just drop the bags in. Thanks for writing!
Ha! I may have nightmares. Lol! I actually own a couple of those anti clutter bags thanks to Laura P. Now I need to find a purse to put them in.
Sharon
Sharon B.
I know you do not like to carry a purse. But zip loc bags can also be used in your travel bag. I use one large zip-loc for all my charging cords (phone, computer, earbuds), and smaller for makeup or toiletries.
Man, I do not know what our mothers did without Zip-Loc bags.
Oh Sharon, I burst out laughing when I saw the contents. I think we share the same purse including the toothpick and used Kleenex. Ironically, I’m a very organized gal otherwise. Thanks for the good chuckle.
Wonderful Catherine,
Thank you for letting me know that I am not the only one who forgets I have crusty toothpicks and old Kleenex in my purse! We are kindred spirits!
I love that you are so honest you simply DUMP everything out! I carry small purses to try to avoid having so many things in my purse. Course it doesn’t all fit and I usually have things tied on, etc. to the little purse! Oh well!
Marianne,
I LOVE that you are so honest about your ‘little purse.’ I laughed out loud when you mentioned ‘tying’ things on to the little purse. I can envision all kinds of things tied onto a small purse if I had one.
Thank you for your comment and your candor!