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I\u2019ve been collating my favourite tips from professional organisers, ready for spring cleaning season. Last week, I published part one of this mini-series (if you haven\u2019t read it yet, click here to check it out<\/a>), now it\u2019s time for part two. Enjoy!<\/p>\n Don\u2019t Buy Storage… Yet<\/strong><\/p>\n As tempting as it is to rush out and buy those storage boxes and baskets you\u2019ve had your eye on for a while, it shouldn\u2019t be the first thing you do. That\u2019s according to Nicole Anzia of Neatnik<\/a>, who says you should declutter first and buy storage second, when you\u2019ve worked out exactly what you need. Buy storage to suit your needs, not your aesthetic tastes. Remember it has to be able to hold the items you need it to hold and fit the space (whether under the bed, in the wardrobe, etc). For more from Nicole Anzia, check out this great Apartment Therapy<\/a> post.<\/p>\n Label Everything<\/strong><\/p>\n When your boxes are filled to perfection, it\u2019s time to start labelling. Lisa Zaslow, founder of Gotham Organisers<\/a>, suggests labelling every box, basket and container so you know exactly what\u2019s inside. You should even put a small, discreet label on the inside edge of drawers and inside cabinet doors so you can quickly indentify the contents. Labelling saves time and helps keep you organised in the long-term. Get more tips from Lisa Zaslow and other professional organisers here<\/a>.<\/p>\n