It’s nearly Valentine’s Day, the holiday that’s all about love and romance. If you’re wondering what’s that got to do with professional organizers, many couples face challenges due to different organizing styles, and it’s often the organizer’s role to help them create systems that work for both of them. I’ve therefore asked my readers to share their blog articles on the topic of Organizing and Couples.

This month’s issue of the Professional Organizers Blog Carnival is sponsored by Stacey Agin Murray, author of The Organized Bride’s Thank You Note Handbook, so we’ll start with Stacey’s post, Organizing MY Home: A Two-Foot Wide Mudroom.

Whether you and your partner (or the clients you’re helping) are both neat freaks, have a high tolerance for clutter, or are at opposite ends of the spectrum, you’re sure to find some helpful information in this line-up. When you find something you like, don’t forget to leave a comment or share it on social media! Please use the hashtag #POBC in your social media posts.

Living with a Disorganized Spouse

• Audrey Cupo – Why is my spouse causing clutter?
• Laura Wittmann – Is Your Husband Your Biggest Organizing Obstacle? (post by Deana Ward)
• Natalie Gallagher – Clutter Clashes: What to Do When Your Partner Sabotages Your Organizing Efforts
• Liana George – Easy Ways to Help Organize Your Not-So-Organized Spouse
• Julie Bestry – Paper Doll’s Geeky Organizing Love: 6 Tips To Declutter With Your Darling

Neat vs Messy

• Hazel Thornton – Odd Couple Clutter Counseling
• Leslie Josel – Mess and Marriage
• Chrissy Halton – How being organised (or not!) can affect your relationship
• Ellen Delap – Organizing for Couples

Sharing Space and Chores

• Nancy Borg – The Forgotten Marriage Vow: For “Neat-er” or “Messy-er” Til Death Do You Part?
• Lisa Montanaro – Organizing & Marriage: ‘Til Death (or Disorganization) Do Us Part
• Margarita Ibbott – Organizing for Couples: Making it work for him and her

Thank you to everyone who contributed a post to this Valentine’s Day issue of the Professional Organizers Blog Carnival, especially our sponsor, Stacey Agin Murray, author of The Organized Bride’s Thank You Note Handbook.

Next month’s Blog Carnival topic is Organizing Basements and Attics, and we’ll be accepting submissions from tomorrow through to 10 AM on Tuesday, March 10. Can’t wait to read all the great ideas!