Great video. I carry a LOT of small things: 1. Art Kit/bullet journal - in zip around leather Continental wallet 2. Band-Aids [2] 3. Bracelet Purse holder 4. Brush up tooth cleaning wipe [1] 5. Chapstick [2] 6. Charm - Micro backpack keychain 7. Chinese Chopsticks - in slim handmade, hand painted case 8. Chinese folding hand fan 9. Electronic game [Solitaire] 10. Electronic game [Sudoku] 11. Emery board [cut in half] 12. Flip cell phone 13. Floss picks [3] 14. Hand sanitizer & carabiner 15. Keys [3] & van fob on key leash 16. Leather ID card case & Cash [$20 bill] 17. Leather multiple zip pocket coin purse - for my Biz cards and tiny Bible 18. Lipstick case 19. Lipstick Mirror 20. Marker - Black, Medium nib 21. Masks [2] 22. Mini Measuring tape 23. Mini Eye drops bottle 24. Pantiliner 25. Pens - ballpoint [2] 26. Pill box - for Benadryl and pain pills 27. Post-it notepad sheets [3] 28. Pouch - nylon wristlet with 3 zip sections 29. Pouch - original Hand quilted, zip cotton wristlet with multiple pockets 30. Pouch - White mesh [I altered with sewing machine to make it 2 inches shorter!] 31. Prescription Shades - in cloth drawstring case with Glasses cleaning cloth 32. Rescue Inhaler 33. Ricola lozenges [2+] 34. Survival item - Snack baggie/mixed nuts + dried fruit [1 oz.] 35. Survival item - Antique silver matches Vesta/safe with antique matches 36. Survival item - Mylar Survival blanket 37. Tide stain remover pen 38. Tissue packet with 3 tissues 39. Various single wipe packages 40. Vial - Hand/body lotion 41. Vial - SPF sunblock Almost forgot, mini keychain flashlight on key leash... Note: No comb or brush - I have naturally curly hair, so I just finger fluff Note: No 'readers' needed - I wear no-line Tri-focals! Love them! I went through the exercise to list necessary items and purged unneeded items to reduce weight from 5 lbs to 3 lbs [using my small kitchen scale]! This all fits loosely in/on my vintage Fossil ‘Sydney’ Satchels - which also have pockets inside and one outside! I use the 3-section wristlet pouch [from amazon] as my 'dash into store bag'...
I daily use a small cross over purse for everything I need. I often go to a coffee shop to journal so I have a tote bag or larger "purse" with all my notebooks, pens, and crafty needs. I can leave the tote in the car when I shop. I love how you figured out an easy way to pare down. I also love the magnifying glass! I need that! :)
I love that wallet/purse thing you have. I need to find one. I laughed about your fan because I live in San Antonio and I have 2 of those fans. They are life savers! I need to get my mom a purse magnifier that is such a great idea too. I found a cute little contact carrying case at ULTA a few years ago....it's worth a look
Oh my life. 😮😮 what a difference! I've come across one of your video's from Sep 2019 talking about your weight loss on WW .... How AMAZING you look in 2019 you have done brilliantly well with your healthy eating and life style - you've inspired me 💃🙏🇬🇧
They just encourage me to hoard and procrastinate. 😂 They're great for summer but I always want to switch to a petite one in the fall/winter/early spring.
Very useful and organize. I need to minimize a lot of things in my purse. Not good to carry too many things. Great idea. Will try it because I have a bad back. Thanks.
Love this and have been doing something similar for a long time. I have a sweet, feminine backpack where my sunglasses, tech bag, makeup, hairbrush, meds, etc., etc. live but I also have a small crossbody (that matches it) that I use for money, credit cards, etc. We travel a lot so I need my items in the little backpack but I can just pull out the little crossbody - grab and go!
Great video! Thanks for sharing. Carrying a big purse just seems to be how I roll. However, I do sometimes want to just grab something smaller and go. Great advice. Oh and BTW, you remind me so much of a friend I haven't seen in years.....so it's fun to watch your videos!!
Love that little pocketbook. It would be really neat if it had a crossbody strap. I do the same thing but I use a little purse with a crossbody strap. I don’t like carrying any thing on my wrist. My son in law is a drummer too for his church.. tfs
Great idea. We Rv full-time around the US and Canada. I have started doing this same thing. I just carry my small wallet in my pocket or a hands free purse (cross body)
Wow, such a great idea! Wish I could find a near little purse like you have. I like my big bags, and my 3 sons’ and my husband’s things usually end up in it, ha ha! But it’s hard for lugging around. We don’t live far from San Antonio. ☺️ My husband is a drummer and we do praise and worship, so totally get drumming and Tylenol, lol! Thanks for sharing! God bless!
Bobbie!, I do the exact same thing!! Great minds!! I’ve been doing that very thing for at least ten years! I love big purses but I hate lugging them around all the time. Solution, mini purse. Works like a charm.
My Mother-in-law does the 2-n-1, I'm debating whether to do that or scale back what is in my purse and use a small to medium size purse. Less is more to me these days, but I do like both.
I love that idea Liz! I usually put receipts in my smaller purse and empty it out when I get home. Maybe if I added a smaller pouch it would work better - hmmmm! Thanks!
Great video. Just subscribed and looking forward to watching all your videos. I love your “larger” purse. I’ve been looking for one like that for years.
Enjoy your video....I'll subscribe because you get to the POINT and not go ON AND ON about how cute something is and it reminds you of your mother who used to live near you but now she's moved to warmer weather and you like her new neighbors........see what I mean.....❤️ And God Bless You, too!
I do the same thing in my purse. My "wallet" is just a wristlet that I take out for quick or light weight outings. Just throw my phone in it like you do and I'm good to go.
LOL Im not gonna go into huge detail what's inside my purse but then you share everything inside your purse LOL. I was just going to stop watching until you started sharing..LOL Now I will subscribe. Thanks for sharing what inside your purse.
Well funny as it seems, many of us have that same kind of setup ! Lol I carry a pretty large coach purse and have an insert very similar to yours and do the same thing! You have a lovely smile!Tfs 🤗
Smart idea smaller bag The magnifier, another idea my husband uses his phone to take a pic and then you can zoom. I was like how smart... Old age is getting us 🤣
You’re so very welcome! I’ve seen dozens like this , but yours is by FAR the most practical and easy to follow ....with added organization sense!! Honestly!!!! I want that black organizer !! Why can’t more be out there just like that one!!! Darling Kate spade , I found one on Ebay after watching this and I’m watching it so I can think about the purchase ! 😊
I visit TJ Max and Marshall’s practically every weekend and more. Thank you for letting me know , I’ll be going today for sure! 💕 Im totally on a mission! :) I always keep Splenda in my purse too!! Have a great day!
I hate big purses. I try to use them from time to time; I even bought one in my favorite color! Every time I go back to a small purse. I never miss carrying around the stuff a big purse will hold. Meaning I just don’t need one.
Hi Bobbie, I just found you today. I love your ideas and most of them I already do. I have the same black clutch that you have, but thought it had way to many compartments. But, after seeing your video I will be bringing her out again. Mine also does not show who made it, but I do remember getting my on while on vacation in Sweden. I love your down to earth spirit and I've been watching you all day. Thanks for sharing! Katrice
I have a larger purse that I use every day to work and church. The design makes it easier to quickly get things out of my purse. My mother-in-law bought me a Kate Spade wallet for Christmas last year. I love it, but it doesn't hold cash & coin very well. So I bought a Kate Spade Wristlet ($20 at an outlet.....Yay!!!) It holds cash and coin together. When I run into the Dollar General or other quick trips, I will put my debit card in there and run into the store with just that. I also keep my debit card receipts in my wristlet so I can write them down in my check register later. When I go shopping for the day, I have to use a smaller "more comfortable" purse. I have one that has a single, thick handle that is so comfortable to wear on my shoulder. I use a crossover purse when I go to Walmart. I need to look for a magnifying glass for my purse! Sometimes I forget to bring my reading glasses with me. This would be great to have on hand! Thank you for sharing! Blessings to you and your family!
You have a great system. I still use these purses but I did just add a crossover purse for long shopping trips. I can’t imagine being a typical man and only using my pockets. 🤔
OMGoodness...where did you get the fan and the magnifying glass? I am at that age now too and I need both of them. Very cute purse. Great organization.:-)
+Tammy Earle Hi Tammy! Thanks so much for watching. Haha, the magnifying glass I got at a Corningware outlet store. The fan I got at a small boutique in TX.
Although u don't know the brand can you tell me the measured size of the wrist purse? I'm from Texas and we might not have same stores other than Walmart, lol
Some of us still need a compact mirror. My cell phone does not have a 'reverse camera' - it's an old fashioned 'Star trek communicator' i.e. flip phone. 🙂
The Kate Spade bag is gorgeous it's an honor to carry such a beautiful purse . Now your purse looks chunky because of your wristlet It's taking to much space in my opinion just mine the wristlet is taking the beauty of the bag huge mistake please no offense. You look like a lovely lady .
Sadly, I got it at a small boutique, but I have seen very similar ones at Nordstrom Rack and also Marshalls. Hope you can find one. I'm still using it and I love it!
OMG... you said that in your video too.... You totally expressed my frustration with my handbag in your video. While out yesterday I found something "different" yet, the same.... Only thing I need to get is the magnifying glass to avoid the need for my cheaters on quick runs. Have a blessed day, and thank you for the response.
Yahoo, I’m so glad you found one. I got the magnifying card at a Corning Wear outlet store-weird, I know! I was thinking that maybe a Hallmark store would have one.
Seriously? A checkbook? Who writes checks (except at home for an odd bill here or there) in the 21st Century? I cringe when a person in line in front of me pulls out a checkbook. Use a credit/debit card !
Great video. I carry a LOT of small things:
1. Art Kit/bullet journal - in zip around leather Continental wallet
2. Band-Aids [2]
3. Bracelet Purse holder
4. Brush up tooth cleaning wipe [1]
5. Chapstick [2]
6. Charm - Micro backpack keychain
7. Chinese Chopsticks - in slim handmade, hand painted case
8. Chinese folding hand fan
9. Electronic game [Solitaire]
10. Electronic game [Sudoku]
11. Emery board [cut in half]
12. Flip cell phone
13. Floss picks [3]
14. Hand sanitizer & carabiner
15. Keys [3] & van fob on key leash
16. Leather ID card case & Cash [$20 bill]
17. Leather multiple zip pocket coin purse - for my Biz cards and tiny Bible
18. Lipstick case
19. Lipstick Mirror
20. Marker - Black, Medium nib
21. Masks [2]
22. Mini Measuring tape
23. Mini Eye drops bottle
24. Pantiliner
25. Pens - ballpoint [2]
26. Pill box - for Benadryl and pain pills
27. Post-it notepad sheets [3]
28. Pouch - nylon wristlet with 3 zip sections
29. Pouch - original Hand quilted, zip cotton wristlet with multiple pockets
30. Pouch - White mesh [I altered with sewing machine to make it 2 inches shorter!]
31. Prescription Shades - in cloth drawstring case with Glasses cleaning cloth
32. Rescue Inhaler
33. Ricola lozenges [2+]
34. Survival item - Snack baggie/mixed nuts + dried fruit [1 oz.]
35. Survival item - Antique silver matches Vesta/safe with antique matches
36. Survival item - Mylar Survival blanket
37. Tide stain remover pen
38. Tissue packet with 3 tissues
39. Various single wipe packages
40. Vial - Hand/body lotion
41. Vial - SPF sunblock
Almost forgot, mini keychain flashlight on key leash...
Note: No comb or brush - I have naturally curly hair, so I just finger fluff
Note: No 'readers' needed - I wear no-line Tri-focals! Love them!
I went through the exercise to list necessary items and purged unneeded items to reduce weight from 5 lbs to 3 lbs [using my small kitchen scale]! This all fits loosely in/on my vintage Fossil ‘Sydney’ Satchels - which also have pockets inside and one outside!
I use the 3-section wristlet pouch [from amazon] as my 'dash into store bag'...
I daily use a small cross over purse for everything I need. I often go to a coffee shop to journal so I have a tote bag or larger "purse" with all my notebooks, pens, and crafty needs. I can leave the tote in the car when I shop. I love how you figured out an easy way to pare down. I also love the magnifying glass! I need that! :)
Thanks so much. It sounds like you have it figured out as well. Thanks for watching!
I love that wallet/purse thing you have. I need to find one.
I laughed about your fan because I live in San Antonio and I have 2 of those fans. They are life savers! I need to get my mom a purse magnifier that is such a great idea too. I found a cute little contact carrying case at ULTA a few years ago....it's worth a look
Looks Like a Kipling purse in leather. Theres the Same in fabric from kipling i just can‘t remember the Name , Greetings from Austria
Oh my life. 😮😮 what a difference! I've come across one of your video's from Sep 2019 talking about your weight loss on WW .... How AMAZING you look in 2019 you have done brilliantly well with your healthy eating and life style - you've inspired me 💃🙏🇬🇧
They just encourage me to hoard and procrastinate. 😂 They're great for summer but I always want to switch to a petite one in the fall/winter/early spring.
Very useful and organize. I need to minimize a lot of things in my purse. Not good to carry too many things. Great idea. Will try it because I have a bad back. Thanks.
Love this and have been doing something similar for a long time. I have a sweet, feminine backpack where my sunglasses, tech bag, makeup, hairbrush, meds, etc., etc. live but I also have a small crossbody (that matches it) that I use for money, credit cards, etc. We travel a lot so I need my items in the little backpack but I can just pull out the little crossbody - grab and go!
Great video! Thanks for sharing. Carrying a big purse just seems to be how I roll. However, I do sometimes want to just grab something smaller and go. Great advice. Oh and BTW, you remind me so much of a friend I haven't seen in years.....so it's fun to watch your videos!!
How fun! I always want to see the person that I remind someone of - it would be interesting! I'm glad you like the video, thanks for watching!
Love the slim magnifying glass idea. I am going to put one in my purse too.
Love that little pocketbook. It would be really neat if it had a crossbody strap. I do the same thing but I use a little purse with a crossbody strap. I don’t like carrying any thing on my wrist. My son in law is a drummer too for his church.. tfs
I also have a crossbody purse that I sometimes use when I’m shopping for the day. I do wish this one also had a strap.
Great idea. We Rv full-time around the US and Canada. I have started doing this same thing. I just carry my small wallet in my pocket or a hands free purse (cross body)
Wow, such a great idea! Wish I could find a near little purse like you have. I like my big bags, and my 3 sons’ and my husband’s things usually end up in it, ha ha! But it’s hard for lugging around. We don’t live far from San Antonio. ☺️ My husband is a drummer and we do praise and worship, so totally get drumming and Tylenol, lol! Thanks for sharing! God bless!
My son is a drummer and he drums for our church as well. Thanks so much for watching!
Bobbie!, I do the exact same thing!! Great minds!! I’ve been doing that very thing for at least ten years! I love big purses but I hate lugging them around all the time. Solution, mini purse. Works like a charm.
YOU are a very smart person! 😉 haha. Thanks for watching.
My Mother-in-law does the 2-n-1, I'm debating whether to do that or scale back what is in my purse and use a small to medium size purse. Less is more to me these days, but I do like both.
I love this small purse. I'll be on the lookout for it.
Thanks. Would you, please share with us more about the contact case? That little go purse is something to check into. I carry way more.
Love this idea! Thanks! I’d probably add a receipt pouch in my bigger bag.
I love that idea Liz! I usually put receipts in my smaller purse and empty it out when I get home. Maybe if I added a smaller pouch it would work better - hmmmm! Thanks!
Great video. Just subscribed and looking forward to watching all your videos. I love your “larger” purse. I’ve been looking for one like that for years.
Thank you so much for watching and subscribing! My larger purse is a Kate Spade! I got an amazing deal - 75% off!
You always have great ideas!
Enjoy your video....I'll subscribe because you get to the POINT and not go ON AND ON about how cute something is and it reminds you of your mother who used to live near you but now she's moved to warmer weather and you like her new neighbors........see what I mean.....❤️ And God Bless You, too!
Ha - this made me laugh! I can't promise I don't ever go ON AND ON, but I do try to get to the point! Thanks for warching and subscribing!
I do the same thing in my purse. My "wallet" is just a wristlet that I take out for quick or light weight outings. Just throw my phone in it like you do and I'm good to go.
It’s just so easy. Thanks so much for watching!
This is exactly what I do. I have the same wallet thing in 3 colors
Do you mind telling me what the name of the wallet is? I would love to get one 😊
LOL Im not gonna go into huge detail what's inside my purse but then you share everything inside your purse LOL. I was just going to stop watching until you started sharing..LOL Now I will subscribe. Thanks for sharing what inside your purse.
I loved your video.. this is the first video i have watched of urs..
In love with your voice..
Well funny as it seems, many of us have that same kind of setup ! Lol I carry a pretty large coach purse and have an insert very similar to yours and do the same thing! You have a lovely smile!Tfs 🤗
Love Coach! You have good taste! Thanks so much for watching.
I enjoyed your video and you would be shocked at the size purse I carry around and I am in my 60’s. LOL
Now I’m curious...is your purse smaller or bigger? Thanks so much for watching.
You deserve a thumbs up. ❤❤
I have to laugh! I have an instant fan in my purse too! Great vid!
Haha, you gotta do whatcha gotta do. Thanks for watching.
Thanks so much-exactly what I needed!
I like your video even thought I can can those Tony purses anymore.
Smart idea smaller bag
The magnifier, another idea my husband uses his phone to take a pic and then you can zoom. I was like how smart... Old age is getting us 🤣
I have also used the phone trick. Thankfully old age also brings some smarts so we can outsmart the issues old age brings. Thanks for watching.
I have a Sash bag so I never have these problems! LOL! Do a search for it online and you'll know what I mean. It was a game changer for me!
Oh! I should get that magnifying glass for my mom!
Nice organization!! 👍🏼😍
Thanks so much!
You’re so very welcome! I’ve seen dozens like this , but yours is by FAR the most practical and easy to follow ....with added organization sense!! Honestly!!!! I want that black organizer !! Why can’t more be out there just like that one!!!
Darling Kate spade , I found one on Ebay after watching this and I’m watching it so I can think about the purchase ! 😊
Oh, I hope you get it. Marshall’s has them sometimes, if you have one near you.
I visit TJ Max and Marshall’s practically every weekend and more. Thank you for letting me know , I’ll be going today for sure! 💕 Im totally on a mission! :) I always keep Splenda in my purse too!!
Have a great day!
I hate big purses. I try to use them from time to time; I even bought one in my favorite color! Every time I go back to a small purse. I never miss carrying around the stuff a big purse will hold. Meaning I just don’t need one.
Yup, I use a small purse most times as well!
thanks for the ideas... I will copy-cat all of them!
Copy-cat away! It's the best way to try things out - have someone else try it first! Thanks for watching!
Excellent advice
What an awesome idea. Love it and will definitely try it 👍
Yahoo, I hope you find that it works well for you. Thanks for watching!
Try the app over 40 - magnifier and flashlight.
I’ve never heard of that. I’ll check it out. Thank you!
I need to know where to get that fan. From a hot-natured viewer in steamy TN.
Wide tooth comb, tylenol and ibuprofen, some tea bags, snacks, breath mints, tweezers or hair removal item, lipstick, chapstick, foundation, eyeliner, mascara, qtips, keys, mini flashlight, usb drive, bandaid, pad, pen, pencil, change bag, cards. Cards go in the secret zipper pocket.
Hi Bobbie, I just found you today. I love your ideas and most of them I already do. I have the same black clutch that you have, but thought it had way to many compartments. But, after seeing your video I will be bringing her out again. Mine also does not show who made it, but I do remember getting my on while on vacation in Sweden. I love your down to earth spirit and I've been watching you all day. Thanks for sharing!
Katrice
Thank you so much for your kind words and thanks for watching! Happy Organizing!
Thanks for all thegrest ideas. I'm subscribing today
You are welcome! Thank you for watching and subbing!
About your smaller black bag, you never need a checkbook?
No, I haven’t written a check in a very long time so I don’t carry it.
Great idea! Thanks for sharing!
I use a small handbag organizer, I can use it in all my bags
Wonderful. It’s so much easier. Thanks for watching.
I have a larger purse that I use every day to work and church. The design makes it easier to quickly get things out of my purse. My mother-in-law bought me a Kate Spade wallet for Christmas last year. I love it, but it doesn't hold cash & coin very well. So I bought a Kate Spade Wristlet ($20 at an outlet.....Yay!!!) It holds cash and coin together. When I run into the Dollar General or other quick trips, I will put my debit card in there and run into the store with just that. I also keep my debit card receipts in my wristlet so I can write them down in my check register later. When I go shopping for the day, I have to use a smaller "more comfortable" purse. I have one that has a single, thick handle that is so comfortable to wear on my shoulder. I use a crossover purse when I go to Walmart. I need to look for a magnifying glass for my purse! Sometimes I forget to bring my reading glasses with me. This would be great to have on hand! Thank you for sharing! Blessings to you and your family!
You have a great system. I still use these purses but I did just add a crossover purse for long shopping trips. I can’t imagine being a typical man and only using my pockets. 🤔
@@MindfulMidlife HaHaHa!!! I know what you mean, Bobbie! I can't imagine using my pockets either!
where can I buy a magnifying glass like the one you have?
+Evelyn Scicluna I bought it in a Courtneyware outlet store.
I bought one of those at a major bookstore, Books A Million, Barnes n Noble etc.
Evelyn Scicluna”.
OMGoodness...where did you get the fan and the magnifying glass? I am at that age now too and I need both of them. Very cute purse. Great organization.:-)
+Tammy Earle Hi Tammy! Thanks so much for watching. Haha, the magnifying glass I got at a Corningware outlet store. The fan I got at a small boutique in TX.
Do you have I phone?
Can I hafe a link to that small black wristlet?
Ugh, sorry no! I found it at a small boutique. I have seen it several times at small boutiques.
Although u don't know the brand can you tell me the measured size of the wrist purse? I'm from Texas and we might not have same stores other than Walmart, lol
Great idea
Oh my god I need that brush
filmy dialogue promo the dollar store has them.
Really how often do you use your compact mirror? Save space by using the reverse camera on your phone. That’s one less thing in your purse.
Great idea! Honestly, I use mine for my contacts more than anything.
Some of us still need a compact mirror. My cell phone does not have a 'reverse camera' - it's an old fashioned 'Star trek communicator' i.e. flip phone. 🙂
showing the contents of your purse should be the title
What is the name of this purse?
Sadly, my purse has absolutely no tag or name on it. I found it in a boutique.
Can’t you try to find the brand to your wallet! I need a bigger wallet
I sooo wish I could. If you look down in other comments, another person posted a link for a similar one. Hope you find one.
Where can I find the mirror?
The mirror I think I found at Walgreens. Sadly, I bought that quite a while ago so my memory is failing me on that.
Bobbie Koppe Home Thank you.
Dollar tree has those mirrors
Thank you Janice. I will check there.
The Kate Spade bag is gorgeous it's an honor to carry such a beautiful purse . Now your purse looks chunky because of your wristlet It's taking to much space in my opinion just mine the wristlet is taking the beauty of the bag huge mistake please no offense. You look like a lovely lady .
No offense taken - we are all entitled to our opinions. Thanks so much for watching!
I lost my contact kit you just reminded...lol
Hi Bobbie, I am a newbie.
Much success uccess to
your channel...M♡M of 5
You are a TH-cam newbie? I’ll check-out your channel. Success to you as well!
Where did you get the little purse. Thank you
Sadly, I got it at a small boutique, but I have seen very similar ones at Nordstrom Rack and also Marshalls. Hope you can find one. I'm still using it and I love it!
hi there, any chance of a brand name on the black pouch???
Sadly, there is absolutely no tag on it. I got it in a boutique and I have seen similar ones.
OMG... you said that in your video too.... You totally expressed my frustration with my handbag in your video. While out yesterday I found something "different" yet, the same.... Only thing I need to get is the magnifying glass to avoid the need for my cheaters on quick runs. Have a blessed day, and thank you for the response.
Yahoo, I’m so glad you found one. I got the magnifying card at a Corning Wear outlet store-weird, I know! I was thinking that maybe a Hallmark store would have one.
www.amazon.com/Humble-Chic-Crossbody-Wristlet-Adjustable/dp/B00D5V180W/ref=cts_ap_1_vtp
Sorry that is to bulk for "small purse" for me
Ha, sometimes that is true.
Seriously? A checkbook? Who writes checks (except at home for an odd bill here or there) in the 21st Century? I cringe when a person in line in front of me pulls out a checkbook. Use a credit/debit card !
Who honestly cares if somebody wants to use a check? Good grief.