is it too much clutter still? Becky's BIG move! (pt. 5)
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today is becky's birthday!! leave her some love and thanks for opening up her life❤🥳🏡
Happy Birthday Becky! 🎉 What a great new beginning for you! Wishing you all the best and more plants this year ❤
🎉happy birthday!!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY! What a great way to start your next year! 🎉🥳
Love you Becky, have a wonderful birthday and enjoy your new adorable home!
Happiest of birthdays Becky! Thank you for sharing with us strangers! It is appreciated more than you will know!
Rather than decluttering right now, challenge her to use up what she has and not buy anything new. There seemed to be 4 underarm deodorants in the medicine cabinet. Have 1 out and the 3 unused ones in extra bathroom storage in the linen closet. Only when she is down to her last one can she buy another one. When I decluttered my bathroom, I committed to using up all my lipglosses as I had so many. I am now down to 4 and have not bought any for years. Once I am down to 1-2, I am allowed to buy a new one. No need to get rid of products she uses and loves, just self-discipline not to buy any more until you use them up. Also Happy Birthday!
I think people forgout how crazy moving is. Initially your just getting the boxes of furniture and stuff in the space. Nothing is put away is all spread out and looks insane. Once you start unboxing and organizing I'm always surprised how well most things fit. Yes, Becky could get rid of more, but I think it's unfair to judge when she's still unpacking. I have never wanted to jump through a screen more and help. I think switching up some of the furniture placement, utilizing the hall linen closet as more bathroom storage, a curtain for the closet, investing in furniture with hidden storage solutions, and wall shelves/verticle storage would be the biggest help.
Yes, all of this ❤
Storage furniture is the best.
Love this! I also think her investing in a bed that has slide out drawers would have been a good idea but we’ll see. Like you said it’s hard to tell when everything is still packed!
i agree! try different furniture arrangement! try the back of the couch against the island.. then, try the green hutch beside it, big bookshelf in bedroom.. just an idea! ❤❤ your new place
@@BevieMagee I absolutely agree. Especially that the book shelf and hutch should be switched
Definitely do another pass Becky and Carla. It’s hard to get rid of stuff but it makes your space more organized and easier to find things.
So true i moved almost 2 years ago and im still decluttering
Becky could just make a promise to herself to not buy any new stuff for at least a year! After a while she will want to start decluttering her space again I think! This is a great series.
Agree 💯
As Dana K. White says, “”Let the container be the limit.” In this case, the adorable new place is a very small container compared to Becky’s previous place. Many more tough choices are going to have to be made in order to make this new place not to be overcrowded and cluttered.
I agree I think she is clinging too much to her old lifestyle and habits. Time for a major mindset shift from childish hoarding and embrace her future version as a grown up. I wish her the best, and hope she finds a healthier new self surrounded by beautiful plants and LESS SILLINESS.
It's too bad she didn't stay in her new place for a bit with minimal things. She could have shushed her whole home at once. I bet she keeps going and downsizing her stuff. She had a lot of stuff & she's let go of a lot & come a long way!
I would give it a couple weeks/month for her to feel what is working and not working, and then yes another pass + definitely a curtain for the clothes closet 💕
Another pass for sure. Once everything is "in its place" she will realize there's more she can let go of. Her new home is gorgeous!
It’s so beautiful 😍
I am so happy that she finally moved into her new place, once she gets settled in and organizes the place she may come up with new ideas about where things go. Right now she is overwhelmed and needs to figure out the bed situation first. I am glad she kept the green furniture that belonged to her mom.
Me too ❤
Yes! I love the green furniture!
Happy birthday Becky! We all love you and your decluttering transformation! Thank you for braving the internet for us!!!
Yes! 🙌
I’m not a minimalist person, however last year I was in the same situation as her and move to an smaller place and I had to declutter a lot. In fact even though is been a year since I move I’m still decluttering. In a way I’m so glad for the smaller place because it really force me to do it. Give her time, the new space will ask her to do it. She still in old place mentality.
I agree with this so much; as we settle into a new place and find to grips both with what it offers, what we expected, and what we’re left with, those wants and needs for more airy freedom and space will help dictate the choices she’d like to make. The decluttering will perhaps be slower, but after a first big pass like she did, it can take some time to settle and discover the joys of owning and managing less. Then perhaps she will find herself gravitating towards another pass or decluttering more regularly as a part of her day to day life. It’s certainly been the pattern for me, and giving yourself the time to do it at your pace after the first frantic moving-decluttering can be so liberating mentally to not bully yourself into getting rid of items you aren’t ready to part with.
Whatever her path, I hope she finds it and finds a wonderful harmony and peace in her new home! It’s lovely!
All the makeup and cosmetics definitely need a second pass. There is no way all of that was acquired less than 2 years ago, so let the old go and your skin/body and your new space will thank you for allowing it to be a peaceful and calm place to be!
exactly! I'm sure a good chunk of the cosmetics and personal items are expired
I just commented this! Most cosmetics and make up expire within a year (some even less) after opening them, you need to check that symbol that says how many months after opening. Hopefully they have already checked but I'm also surprised how there can be so much stuff, unless she bought it all within the last year or most of it has never been open?🤔 Something to double check for sure!😊
i think she STILL has too much stuff and should declutter more. She’s already in a tight space, may as well declutter a tiny bit more so she can breathe and move around her new space.
DEFINITELY !! 👍🏻
I think another pass would help. Move extras out of the bathroom. Can’t she do things like moisture and apply makeup outside of the bathroom so that only the essential stuff is in the bathroom. It looks so cluttered seeing that shelf when you enter the bathroom. Why not put on her makeup and the rest standing at the mirror above the dresser in the bedroom. The top drawer could hold all her make up in containers. She’s done so well. I know it’s so difficult. When I downsized and was moving in my son said you don’t need this and you don’t need this and throw this out. Him doing that was just what I needed. I found it so helpful because he was being realistic. Give your rooms some breathing room. It will really help.
Good ideas 😊
That is all precisely what I was going to suggest. Just keep in the bathroom what you absolutely need in it. You can style your hair and apply makeup and serums and creams in the bedroom. She has done amazing I agree 👏
Totally agree, I have a small bathroom with little storage and so I only have stuff I need in there. I do my make-up/hair, etc... in my bedroom, where it all feels much more relaxed anyway. I was cringing thinking of all the make-up brushes and palettes getting splashed with water. She has done really well, just need to use spaces a little differently from when she had a bigger bathroom. :)
I thought the same! Keep all the makeup bits in the bedroom perhaps! And even having little baskets that fit exactly on those small shelves would make it look less cluttered to the eye? Then you could pull the baskets out nearer to you when you’re looking for something!
I feel like back stock goes in the cabinet or on top of it. But…it’s not my place!!!❤
Suggestions (since you asked) - YES to the curtain over the closet opening. This will absolutely make it a more peaceful environment. NO to a hard door in the small hallway. There really doesn't seem to be enough clearance. You could also add a curtain in this area to provide privacy. Adding fabric will also help with acoustics. BATHROOM - My suggestions is to keep "useful" items off the window sill. This space should only hold "loved" items. This means when you first walk into the bathroom you have a lovely view straight ahead of you. Thats my nickel's worth. (It used to be 2 cents but with inflation the price has risen. 😃
It is just right for her. She needs a little break to recharge and decide what areas she wants to tackle. She did great!
She did awesome!! Pulling off a move and all That entails is so much!❤
Great job Carla. I would LOVE to revisit your sister's home to see if she has any additional projects she has in mind or just to visit and see how she's doing , but mainly because she'a very lovely person with a kind soul. ❤❤❤
Yess!😊
Hi Love Becky’s new space. Happy birthday Becky. To increase storage move the green cabinet to between bedroom windows. Remove the two low bureaus. Add two IKEA pax wardrobes to the wall where the green cabinet is located now. Customize the wardrobes to your storage needs. I think you still need to declutter more. Good luck
Excellent interior design ideas‼@donnaellison2162
I would switch the green hutch and the bookshelf by the office . Swap them
I agree. If the bookshelf will it in that space, it would open up the kitchen area and make her office space more airy.
Agree. Having all the same wood tones in the bedroom will soften that visual clutter.
I think that's definitely an idea she should consider👍
I think the 3 tier unit as you walk into the bathroom needs to go. Not enough moving around space for it. Purchase some of those Amazon wall shelves (or other type) that you have and a fix to the wall of the bathroom above basin and under the window. Excess items from bathroom need to go into the area where toilet paper is or in the bedroom. Not sure of this new bed with slopping out legs. A high bed so you can store things underneath or one that raises up for storage would be great. Maybe furniture in bedroom can be better placed. Not sure, as I couldn’t get the true idea of walls and what was where in the video. Not another pass just yet. Down the track. A curtain or dooring to hide wardrobe contents would make the room seem less cluttered.
This is such a good idea! The green cabinet would be an amazing statement piece when first walking in, plus it complements the kitchen aesthetic
I think Becky needs to get completely moved in. She needs to get her new bed and she needs to get completely unpacked. Then she needs to get rid of all the packing materials, boxes and paper etc. etc. and then try out the new place for a couple of weeks or a couple of months. Then it would be fun for Carla to come back and show us the new final place. That would make it easier for us outside onlookers to say if you think Becky needs to do another Declutter.
She Decluttered many of her clothes and her shoes and got everything into that nice new big closet. She has that nice big loft although I don’t see how she’s going to be able to get up there unless she has a dedicated ladder.
I would love to see how she is going to do her living room and kitchen set up, a dining room table nook? How will she entertain guests?
Does she have full access to the outside yard? That would be a great place to set up a small barbecue and maybe have some tables and chairs or benches where people could be outside and inside at the same time. But I don’t really understand the space well enough to make a good suggestion.
Love you both, Carla and Becky, best friends!
Get a large wooden cutting board to put on top of the sink so you can put your curling or flat iron or makeup bag on when you get ready. I had to do that at an air bnb I stayed at that had no counter space and it worked great! Happy Birthday Becky!!🎉🎉🎉
That is a great idea!
Excellent idea! It’s like the cutting boards people put over their stovetops to create more counter space!!
This is the coolest little cottage ever!! A space like this is an eclectic minimalist's dream! I think another deep pass of decluttering will help so much when everything is more put away. Once all of her furniture is how she wants it, she may realize she doesn't need it all. Bright, light and airy is something she said she wanted in another episode. I am so proud of how far she has come so far. I hope we see a lot more of her space!
I don't know about another pass so soon after the move. I think she should live in her space and see what is working and what isn't. Also now that her bathroom stuff is so visible, I think the amount will naturally diminish over time as it is used up. In her previous place, a lot of stuff was behind closed doors and in drawers and cupboards. It's hard to remember what you have when it is tucked in somewhere.
Also yayyyy you kept the green hutchhhhhh!
Happy Birthday! Ithink Becky will realize after a while that her cute little house is not what she envisioned with excess things.
congratulations on your new home...since the landlord is willing to put on a door to your bedroom, maybe he would consider a sliding closet door too
I love Becky’s new place! What a wonderful opportunity to call it home. Carla will help you arrange everything you need and want. You girls are the best! 😊💕
Getting rid of clutter is so much work, physically, mentally and emotionally. Although Becky got rid of a lot, she still has more to go through. I too held on to a lot of stuff. I would cry terribly during my decluttering sessions that it was so overwhelming and debilitating at times. Now I try to go through every part of my apartment often and ask myself a serious of questions like, do I need this item? have I used it already? when will I use it? I mean how many reusable shopping bags does one need? I use the same bags over and over! I find that the more I stay on top of my space, the easier I can get rid of things I no longer use or need which keeps the clutter at bay.
I would love to see her new place from the front door all the way to the garden when she is finished moving in. It's such a cute place.
Not a good idea for privacy/safety reasons!
Happy Birthday! Would love to see another pass, but also use up the stuff you have, and reduce - like maybe 3 sticks of deodorant vs 6, Becky just doesn’t have the space for so many multiples. Cancel product subscriptions if she has any, they come much sooner then needed, only reorder as needed.
What an adorable place that seems to fit your friend juuuuuuust right. 🙂 Yes, however, to at least one more pass through her things in order to declutter even a little more. She'll be happy she did.
Also, I'm not sure that they have a specific name, but there are curved storage pieces made specifically to fit around the bases of pedestal sinks. That would give her more surface area for storage, yet look more streamlined as she could eliminate the smaller shelf unit to the right of the sink.
Yes to a curtain to cover the closet; it'll be a nice way to introduce a bit of color and pattern as well as hide the contents.
Thank you, Becky, for sharing your home with us!
Happy birthday Becky! Thank you for sharing your decluttering journey for all of us to see.
The green hutch is so beautiful, I’m glad it got to stay!!
When she said she'd got a new bed coming I hoped it was one that lifted up with lots of storage underneath. Alas legs were mentioned so she missed out on that trick for tons of hidden storage space. Maybe Becky can streamline her duplicates inventory down to just one eventually. Anyone more minimalist leaning saying get rid of more won't get people who like to keep personal/sentimental items around them. IMO just having it organised efficiently and arranged well will make her home comfortable for her. I hope you make a ton of happy memories in your lovely new home Becky!
That's a great idea to have a storage bed! I think she could do another pass. Once everything is settled she will find an extra basket or a few toiletries that she just doesn't need. I'm a bit of a collector myself so I get that she enjoys having a lot of things. Sometimes it's comforting.
I thought exactly the same thing about the bed. Then, she started telling Carla about it and I was like, oh no, it doesn't sound very small space friendly. lol If I were getting a new bed in a tiny space I would've capitalized on the storage aspect. A simple frame set onto risers would be inexpensive and allow for lots of storage underneath. And they also sell lots of bedframes with storage options. I hope the new bed allows for some storage.
A bed w storage space would’ve been a life saver in this scenario. I haven’t seen the new bed yet!
@@TheCarlaProjectBut even if it doesnt have in-built storage theres those big organizers (like drawers) you can pull out from under the bed...If the bed is tall enough (although I think they do some really slim ones too)..That might work!😊
I find the best time is to declutter is definitely when you are moving. You see EVERYTHING you have once you start packing up and have to take everything out. I ended up decluttering twice when I moved. Once before I started taking things out of “hiding spots” and again afterwards 😂😂😂 I learned I am good at packing clutter in my house!!!!! I was shocked to see how much I actually had. Out of sight out of mind kinda thing
I had to chuckle as Becky reminded me of myself. I would get ready to move into a new place and envision it being clean and minimalist, and THEN I would snap out of it and realize that I am nothing like that. I just like my stuff. I think she will figure it out gradually. That tiny bathroom is challenging, but you did a great job of making it work with those extra storage units!
Give her a month or two, then see if she is interested in doing another pass. Once living there longer, may change her mind to do another pass.
I love Becky's new place. What a treat to have that nice outdoor space, too. The only little tweak I think I would make in the bathroom is to re-home the things on the window sill except the little plant. Just doing that, because it is at eye level as you enter the bathroom, will make it feel more spacious. I bet Becky will decide herself to do another pass. Once you get a taste of how peaceful your home feels with less things, it is very addictive.
I knew I was staying up late for a reason 😅
First a very happy birthday to Becky. Second I really like this series. Following her on her way to fit her new space is so authentic.
My favorite space saver is raising the bed to have storage under. Small risers give a ton of space for pull out storage bins. 👍👍👍And using vertical space up the walls.
Under bed storage is bad feng shui
I think at the point you have to put stuff under your bed you have to much stuff!!!
@@ellenherman9543 she is in a micro home, it’s just smart to use all available storage.
@@leahtv7778 only for those who need to adhere to that
So excited to actually see Becky's new place begin to take shape!! The approach to the front door is great with the flagstones & lights & potted plants. It can be another living space once she gets settled inside. Thanks, Carla, for continuing to physically help her & keeping her on track with decluttering & finding space to put her "stuff". That closet in the hallway is a wonderful place for storage. Yes, I think she will need to do another decluttering session, but after she lives there a few weeks. Blessings from central rural Georgia USA.
If moved ALOT over the years and I always found when possible if you can afford to pay rent at both places and do the move over a month it’s so worth it! That was a good decision. I absolutely love this new place, very cute, I’m sure she will love that extra freedom of her own space. Sorry for spamming with all the comments I’m just seriously so excited for her!!!
I use a clear shower liner as my shower curtain so as to let light thru while I am showering. There is no real need for another curtain either, Works great.
For a small place, there's actually quite a lot of storage space. Congrats on your new place Becky - and Happy Birthday!
There’s this thing that fits perfectly under pedestal sinks for extra storage. Would help reduce visual clutter. Look up ‘pedestal sink storage.
I appreciate this info. :-)
I love my Sundays with Carla and BECKY!!!!!
I think I would constantly be hitting my shins and stubbing my toes in the bedroom with the current furniture arrangement, but I think some people need more time to realize after settling in that the space and ease of movement is worth more than the things jammed into all the various pieces of furniture and some decide it’s worth it. Either way I’m so happy she’s in her own space and such a beautiful place. ❤
Happy Birthday, Becky!! 🎉
I think that another pass would be a good idea when Becky has lived in the space for a few weeks. I would suggest using vertical space like open shelves on the wall in the tiny bathroom. I would also suggest keeping extra items in the linen closet vs the bathroom cabinet. I would also suggest bed risers to use underbed storage containers. They have rollers on them making them much easier to access. I would suggest labeling the bins in that beautiful loft area and sort them to make it easier to find what you're looking for, ie, crafting supplies and paints on the left side, memory boxes in the middle area, extra purses/bags on the right side of the loft. A curtain on the bedroom closet would be nice to make the room feel less cluttered.
Nice design suggestions.
You could put felt on the bottom of that corner tower unit so it slides more easily! I also feel like Becky needs a vanity space in the bedroom and a shorter unit under the tv for visual space? love this sm, yall have done so well cutting down substantially!
Becky, what a beautiful new place to call home. You decluttered so much with Carla before the move. Creating more room for your items might require another pass. For example, I think there were at least six or seven deodorants in your medicine cabinet. Having only two will allow more space to take an item or two off the window sill and place it in the medicine cabinet. Bit by bit you can make space. I’m sure there are people that would appreciate a kind donation of any multiple items.
I moved into a tiny home a year ago from a 2 bedroom house with basement and I can say that downsizing is a process, especially when it’s your first time. You’re doing incredibly. Take your time and keep at it. You’ll know better what you need when you live in your new space for a while. I think that loft in the bedroom would look so nice with your plants and maybe a couple nice baskets.
I thought the same thing about the loft. Plants and organic looking baskets. It's such a beautiful spot. I'd hate to see plastic bins up there, personally.
Whether or not Becky should add a curtain to her closet depends on whether she prefers hidden organization or if she's a visual organizer, like a Bee or Butterfly in the Clutterbug system. She is a maximalist and seems to be able to manage it so, if she's able to function very well with that amount of stuff, then it's fine if she wants to live with it in her new space for a while. If she finds that she's not able to unpack everything, another round of decluttering would be a good idea. I was basically an organized hoarder when I started my decluttering journey and have done several rounds of decluttering but I have a different goal than Becky, which is to become a minimalist.
Maybe even hanging a curtain and having the option to open and close it if there's company or something.
Happy birthday Becky! I hope you’re loving your adorable new home! Decluttering is a long process that will take several more passes as you get used to the new space, and no matter when or how, we’re all here for you cheering you on!!
I would suggest another round of decluttering. Also to not stock up or buy mega packs like 15 toilet rolls, idk if smaller packages are available? She lives close to stores so a refil is quick to buy- What exiting journey! So happy her green cupboard made it into the house.
It's suuuch a cute place! I'd love to live there haha, but I'd definitely downsize some more with the stuff.. maybe get rid of some of the tiny cabinets.. it's still giving 'crowded', even if she's a maximalist, it can be a little calmer.
Good job guys one suggestion though I see she is storing multiples of many items she has a car and can easyly purchase items so she dosnt need to store multiples previous place had space for excess storage this has nun so go with the flow and store items worth 2 weeks or max to max a month and go buy again same can gradualy be applied to the makeup😊
Not a house to be super prepper and stash extras.
Happy Birthday Becky 🎉 I think as she unpacks she’ll be motivated to declutter more so she has room to breathe and move about her home.
For that bathroom, I would highly recommend trying to add a couple of wall shelves and eliminate the shelving unit that you have to squeeze past just to get into the room. Store any extra supplies that you don't need frequently in a box in a different room or closet. You don't need to keep 6 deodorants in the bathroom. Same with toothbrushes. Keep one spare and store the rest elsewhere. Cleaning supplies under kitchen sink. Prioritize items you use every day. Reorganize so you don't have to clutter up the window sill. I know it's a process....those are just my suggestions.
I think Becky should tie back the shower curtain when not in use.
It will make the space seem bigger.
Still waaaaaaay too much stuff. This is CRAZY. She needs to declutter by half.
Yes I agree she still has way too much stuff!!😮
Great job, Team! Is it too full for me? Sure, but is it my home? Nope! 😊. Becky, if you can muster up the energy, then how about every day til the end of the year, you declutter 1 item on the 1st of the month, 2 on the 2nd, and so on. Maybe only ever go up to the 7th or 8th of the month so it doesn't feel too overwhelming and gives you a break before starting afresh each month. The other thing is not bringing more in and using up what you have...Perhaps you could also start a "because I didnt buy xxx" fund and put the money in a jar and at the end of the year, you’ll have a nice amount to go on a day out/trip. But you're doing great, and it's your home - so just kick back and enjoy xx
My other suggestion, is to switch the pretty green hutch to between the windows and the dresser where the hutch is. The hutch would be the focal point of the bedroom.
Oh yeah Becky you got this! Once you get settled do another pass. I know it definitely helped me after moving. You can see what doesn’t necessarily serve your new space and donate it if repurposing it doesn’t work. Your new place is soooooo stinkin’ cute! I’m so happy your Mom’s furniture piece made the cut! ❤👏🏻
So nice to see there was a spot for the green cabinet. What a cozy beautiful home. I can’t wait to see the ongoing progress.
Happy Birthday Becky 🎉May this year be bright & happy for you. Enjoy your new home with that wonderful outdoor space. Thank you for sharing your lovely self.
Dear Carla, I love your videos, because they are so relatable. Not Instagramhomes, but normal homes people actual live in, eventhough you Americans seem to have your homes way more stuffed than Europeans. It is so inspiring and satisfying to watch you, also because your mood is so joyful while helping others with tasks they avoided for so long. I also love Samson and how he is so patiently supporting you. Happy Birthday Becky ! Greetings from Austria!
'Merica! So many of us love to consume - food, make up, STUFF. Comforting in the moment for some, then they wake up on an episode of Hoarders.
Wouldn’t hurt to do another pass once she is settled in more and for sure shop within her items before buying anything new
I’m sure every few months she’ll adjust things
Looks great!
She's going to LOVE living by herself!! Heaven!! Cute place . .
Happy birthday Becky!🎉🎉
Such a dreamy little space! I love it! I cheered when I saw the green cabinet came with her, way nicer than generic furniture she might've had to buy. Go Becky! I'd say let more go if possible for the light and airy, plant mom vibe if she's open to it after everything is unpacked. She looks so happy!
I'm enjoying this series so much. It's putting me in purge my stuff mode so that my space isn't overwhelming.
I moved from 1400 square feet and a garage to no garage and 700 sq. feet over the last 6 years. I don't miss one thing I have tossed in the process. I love that I have more money saved and closets not stuffed with things I don't use. This video just made me go throw out 10 more things over the last 2 days. 2 plastic hangers, a shirt I never wore, some glass jars. I don't want anyone to find me dead in a mess and have to dig me out.
Amazing place! Too late now its ordered but an ottoman bed where the whole mattress lifts up are incredible for smaller spaces ❤
Happy birthday Becky! Mine is in 6 days. Here is a thought: do you miss any of the items you have decluttered? Stop and really think about it. If not, then perhaps make another pass. Good luck!
I was just thinking the same. If u don’t miss it let it go
Happy Birthday Becky!!! Great video! Love her place and that stunning garden! I would suggest some simple shelves that can be stacked on top of one or more of the bureaus. I have used that idea to hold a lot of my extra make up, jewelry boxes and supplies and it works really well. I use colorful cloth bins to hold my clutter. Pehr bins have so many pattern options. With tall ceilings and limited floor space, don't be afraid to go up!
There are U-shaped shelves for pedestal sinks!
Happy birthday, Becky! Keep whittling down!
I think she may want to make another decluttering pass once she settles in.
Yes to the curtain covering the closet. It will greatly reduce the dust getting in her clothing.❤
Hi Carla, Becky and Samson. I was looking forward to your moving sequel.
Decluttering is an ongoing journey, you're never finished. No matter how "good" you are, there's always room for improvement. But that makes every time so exciting.
All the best luck in your new home, Becky.
Best wishes from Germany.
Part of the reason the comments are so sweet is you are a gem!!! You make watching so much fun. Another pass for Becky. I am not a minimalist, but try to only keep what I need. One deodorant, one lotion, etc. And, I want you to make a playlist of the music. I love the variety, So enjoyable.
Carla-you are a wonderful friend!
I am going to agree with what most have already said,It’s too much. She has too much. Something has to drastically change to allow her to open up to what caused the hoarding. Becca deserves to be happy and not be bogged down with things. Absolutely more passes need to be made. I think we want to see her happy and able to move about freely. If she ever started therapy that would be a great way to include the WHY behind the massive amounts of consumption we see in her life. Please continue to declutter and encourage her to release the hold these “things” have on her. Keep going, we know she can do it. Sent with Love…
It's like hanging out with the gals. Fun times and good ideas. Happy birthday Becky!
I think she should put an airy white curtain over her closet, I was wondering if the smaller white basket 3 or 4 stack cubby would fit to the right of the toilet? I think the green cabinet would be good for storage in the kitchen & keep it neutral in the bedroom as it doesn't look like a bedroom piece. Cute 😍 new place hope she's happy there. Your a good friend Carla 😊
Yes, I would definitely encourage another decluttering pass. Freeing up space having less is so much more calming and relaxing and esthetically pleasing. We all don't need as much stufff as we think we do. It's so much easier to maintain and clean and etc. We moved many many times and the less you have the better and less stress. I love her cute little home and I enjoy all these videos! Thank you! 💖 🤗
Happy Birthday to Becky. It’s looking great so far and you can see how happy she is with the progress. I’m sure as time goes on she’ll want to do another pass as it’ll just feel cramped otherwise being such a small space. Has she thought of moving the makeup and hair stuff into the bedroom instead. She might have more room to do it in there.
Might I suggest some felt pads or something to go on the bottom of the little shelf tucked under the sink? Would hate to scratch up the floors in her new place.
Got a kick out of the secret superman 😂
This was awesome. moving is so crazy - her new space looks so cute! The advice I would have (from personal experience) is to put a ban on purchasing any items she already has; that applies really to bathroom stuff. I /always/ over purchase and have a ton of back stock, and it just takes up space. I love how Marie Kondo points out that the store pays rent to house that stuff and you don't have to. I am definitely aware that online shops have major sales sometimes and its a great time to stock up on that kind of stuff, but an item that really stood out was like deodorants and there are a ton. It's crazy how much mental energy it takes to NOT buy stuff when you don't yet need to. I also have switched to a Nixit menstrual cup (its not like other cups; its a COOL cup lol) and washable cotton pads (and flannel rags; I am slowly becoming an 1867 prairie pioneer woman, but trust) and now I don't have to stock up and store tampons and pads, which then go right into the trash! My sister is a frugal minimalist who doesn't invest into anything she can't prove out ahead of time and is pretty mainstream and I gifted her a nixit and cotton pads (I'm the weird sister) and she is a convert and cannot go back. I know I put it on every cleaning/declutter video, but its worth spreading the word to help everyone declutter their tiny bathrooms as I have!
Maybs there is a shed in the backyard or a garage where she can store her overflow items. I still see too much stuff that are not being used on a daily basis.
What if your friend started a 'use or lose' box? She would have items in a box for a month, and if she didn't use it, then you'd dispose.
Happy Birthday Becky 🎉
The Becky journey, I am all for it and cheering for her🎉. Thank you for taking us along Carla.
Hi, 22 years ago we moved from a house to a 2BR condo. I keep linens in hassocks, because we have one tiny linen closet. Also, I use space under the 3 twin beds to store craft and hobby equipment and books. We have 4 Ikea bookcases for 3 adults. Tina, Al's wife
Becky did a great job! (Not to mention moving sucks and you ALWAYS have more things than you thought you did!!!) It's easy to accumulate so much when you've lived in one space for as long as she did. Those of us who move with some frequency are always purging - because moving crap from place to place is exhausting. Now that she's settled, I'm sure she'll continue her decluttering journey. ❣
Happy Birthday Becky girl!
Funny when you recognize the stuff in the boxes from when it was packed.
So cool to see Becky in her new place! I wonder, could the family heirloom hutch swap places with the bookshelf in the kitchen/living room? I feel like the hutch would look better in the kitchen and match her toaster oven and the bookshelf matches her bedroom furniture better. I also think if her bed would fit, putting it in between the two windows would be nice. Just a thought!
Happy Birthday Becky🎉. Great job as always Ladies
Thank you! 🤗
Hi Carla. I heard Magic Cleaners give a shout out to your channel during his video the other day! Way to go.
I saw that too ahhhh sooo cool!!
Congratulations on moving in Becky. Also thanks for letting us be part of it too. I think once you get unpacked and get settled you might feel like doing another declutter or maybe take the challenge of using up what you have. Have a great week. Mary, Joes wife 👏👏👍💪🙏💐