I’m KAREN HENKE and I’m the owner of Come2Order. I’m a professional organizer with a collection of more than 18 years work experience in design, space planning and organization. I have a degree in business and design from the University of Wisconsin-Stout. When I first got out of school I worked as a visual merchandiser. After that I spent fourteen years as a space planner and design consultant. These work experiences laid the foundation for my company philosophy and tagline: organize, simplify and transform.

I've spent six years as a stay-at-home mom. So I’ve personally experienced the daily organizational challenges that can bring. Staying at home with my kids reinforces how important it is to find order and balance in the midst of our busy lives.

In order to find balance I had to fix my own priorities in my mind. I love God and my family and they are my priority. I’m also a fan of: order, simplicity, anything beautiful and anything environmentally friendly. I truly want to help people lead simpler more fulfilling lives and Come2Order lets me do that.

I’ve always been a person in search of answers. I’m constantly looking for fresh ideas and techniques to improve our lives. I read a lot and am always trying new products and services .I write articles to share what I’ve learned. Each month I publish a free newsletter that contains three monthly project challenges. I’ve especially enjoyed getting to know newsletter subscribers from around the country and around the world.

In addition to writing articles for this site, you can find me published at Clutter Control Freak, The Highest Life, Life Organizers, The Blufish and Online Organizing (newsletter archives).

I offer in-home consultations to individual clients in the Minneapolis, MN metro area. I help others simplify their lives and maintain order through virtual consultations online.

I get a lot of help from Claire Chamberlin, my ace webmaster. If you like my site and are looking for someone who is great with both web and print media (she also designs my guides) contact her at www.planetclairecreative.com

I was very grateful that you came out and were able to give me some assistance with my home and more specifically the den. The short time that you worked with me on Saturday really did me a "world of good"...

—Tonya T. Minneapolis

[I]n one six-hour day (all while my boys were in school), Karen Henke got down and dirty (literally) and helped me transform our basement from a stuffed storage center into an wonderfully organized play area and store room. Her very gracious yet firm direction has made a significant difference in our daily living. I highly recommend Karen. She's a wonderful person to welcome into your home. She comes to organize, and leaves a friend.

—Linda L., St. Paul

“I got a lot out of your visit. I'm excited to put all your ideas into play."

—Shelly P., New Brighton

...Karen is very adept at helping her clients break down the daunting task of culling through years of clutter, and then organizing the once cluttered space into one that is specifically tailored to her clients needs and lifestyle. I would highly recommend Karen's services.

—Robin S., Minneapolis

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