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Make a Task Basket

by Maria Gracia Updated October 9, 2023 Join our newsletter to be notified when new content is added to our website. Take 10 index cards and cut each into 4 pieces. You should end up with a total of 40 pieces. Also, keep one envelope on hand. On each piece, write one task that you can do in 5 minutes or less. Some examples might be: • Organize a Drawer • Wash a Window • Wipe off a Countertop • Sort Mail • Weed out a File Folder Take all of these pieces and put them in a basket. Each day, shake your basket to mix the chores up well. Pull out two of these pieces and do the tasks listed on them. When you're done with the tasks, put those pieces in the envelope. Keep repeating this system until all of the pieces are in the envelope. Then, dump the envelope back into the basket and start over again. In just 20 days, you will have completed 40 tasks! Back to DIY Organizing Projects Index