7 Things I Got Rid Of Forever In 2022
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My one concern with the glass-vs-plastic thing is that the argument of glass being better for the environment in the long term is based on the assumption of buying/acquiring a new container. The old plastic take-out container you already have in your cabinet is absolutely more environmentally friendly to keep using than the new pyrex dish you buy to enable you to throw out (hopefully recycle) the old container. I would argue in favor of re-using the stuff you have until there's a problem with it, and then replace it with glass if your goal is reducing environmental impact. If your primary goal is having nicer stuff, then by all means, carry on. That's a valid goal. I just cringe a little at the environmental argument being used to justify disposing of something reusable while it's still reusable.
Totally agree. Using the one that you have, over and over, until it is no longer usable, is ALWAYS better. As my deep freezer storage bags have been wearing out, I have been switching over.
Thank you!! I was thinking the same thing.
Be careful about reusing single-use plastics many times: they're designed to degrade quickly after use, so they'll start to release carcinogenic plasticizers and monomers into your food. Normally the plastic becomes more brittle when that happens, but it may not be obvious
That's valid up to a certain point. You can't use plastic in the oven to reheat meals which was one of her pros. Also depending on the type of plastic, it might not be safe for the microwave either. I know I have had plastic containers that say they are microwave safe but clearly end up having a chemical reaction with the upper layer of sauce in my food at high temps. You can see this if there is a rough section that indents into the plastic all around the side of the container. Once that happens, the outter coating on the plastic has been compromised and the plastic material on the inside can leach into your food.
However, if you are using the plastic containers to store anything that isn't a hot item, it's probably safe.
Yes, this! I know many people who have had their good quality plastic wear (mostly the actual Tupperware brand) for 30+ years. I have ones specifically made for going into the freezer, then coming out and going straight into the microwave. They've been going strong for more than 10 years and I feel no need to purchase new things when mine are great.
I love to hear about employers making the switch to a 4 day work week and be comfortable with the idea that their employees may be finding satisfaction and fulfillment outside of their jobs. It's a mentality I wish more employers could adopt. Thank you for leading the way on this and showing that a 4 day work week is not only doable but profitable!
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1. 60% of My Clothes
2. My Bird of Paradise Plant (she died!)
3. My Fear of TikTok
4. Fancy Sheets
5. My Old Kitchen
6. Working 5 Days a Week
7. Plastic Tupperware
Thank you because she talks so fast I always forget her points.
Thanks!
Thank you for sharing
Thanks for the list, prevented me t wasting my time on another vapid video.
@@Ro53mary you can change the settings in the video to slow her down to .75 or .5 speed - she does talk fast!
"Unplugging from the matrix of consumerism geared towards women," THANK YOU! I am so conscious of this in my process of yearning for clothes and perpetually purging my closet.
I had the course of Daria Andronescu and I am so haply about my wardrobe ❤️
If you think the matrix is intentionally only after 50% of the target set I got news for you...
I found many of the subjects discussed very relatable. I am a 70-year-old women who has experienced life from the 50's in London to Paris in the 80s,90s, 20s, and now in Mallorca. Succinctly, whatever you are experiencing now, know it will change. Your body, tastes, needs, life style. Good quality clothes are really hard to find now even if you can afford premium brands, they are not all of premium quality. I own clothes from different eras and the quality that was available at reasonable prices in my youth, would now cost a fortune if you can find items made in the same materials. I am so annoyed at myself for having discarded many clothes that I should just have kept and re-fashioned because the beautiful crepe that was often used, no longer can be found. For storage, I re-cycle glass jars. The few foodstuffs that I purchase come in glass jars and when I cook and have leftovers, raw or cooked, I transfer them to jars. Happy New Year to all and consider quality over quantity as it is better for the soul!
I love this comment
Yes. I'm in my 40s and the clothes I bought in my 20s are generally better quality material than those I can buy now. I'm a clothes hoarder and a lot of things come back in fashion, too. Basics from Target and Gap "back in the day" used to be reasonably good. These days, I'm really picky and look for second-hand high-end clothes or buy a few items from nicer boutiques. I'd love to purge my wardrobe, but it's so hard, knowing that I'll never find an item (of the same quality) again. I'm tempted to have some things that are finally wearing out custom made, but it's hard to even find high-quality fabric!
Got rid of:
1. Toxic family member
2. Lower paying job with inconsistent hours
3. My habit of overbuying groceries (buying only what I know I’ll use to reduce food waste).
I got rid of a pack a day smoking habit in 2022 ❤
Amazing! Love that for you!
Congrats! Keep up the good work 👍
Congratulations! Well done 🫶
Yes! So awesome. Keep it up!
Congrats!!
When my roommate moved in to college for our sophomore year, she put all of her hangers in the closet backwards. Like, with the hook facing you. After wearing/washing an item, she would put it back the easy way. At the end of the semester, she got rid of all the clothes on hangers still facing the wrong way.
I've been trying to find a way to do this and that sounds like a winner!
One thing that really has innovated my wardrobe is buying pieces that I feel 100% certain about. If it doesn't fit perfectly, is uncomfortable, or doesn't go with anything else in my wardrobe, then I don't buy it. Now most of the clothes I have are things I actually want to wear.
I can’t remember where it’s from but ‘if you don’t love it in the store, you won’t wear it in real life.’ I try to live by this but still buy things I’m iffy about and always end up returning them!
@@edenistheshizI follow this too! If it’s not a hell yes in the store it won’t get worn. If there’s any misgivings in the store that’s enough to put it back or try a different size
There's too many clothes in this world to buy/wear anything you don't LOVE
Agreed! You should have either a long list of reasons you like a garment, a strong reason, or both!
@@lyssabruggman3533 I went shopping with my mom for the new year and put my foot down about clothes that she liked that I knew I wouldn’t wear. Most of my life I’ve had extra clothes I have no interest in wearing but hang on to because mom thought it would look good on me. It was so nice coming home with only stuff I was 100% confident on, even if she got annoyed at moments.
My rule of thumb for brands who are EVERYWHERE like the sheets one you mentioned is that if they are spending such crazy amounts on advertisements, that must take up a large part of their costs - which in turn, means that less goes into materials and labour, so the quality is likely much lower than the price suggests. There are exceptions of course, but it's usually true.
Excellent point!
Brooklinen?
@@marbs8615 That's what I'm thinking. They seem to sponsor half of TH-cam these days.
It seems like the expensive price for lux sheets is going into companies' advertising expenses & profits vs. research/development and quality.
I have the same thought about charities.
Aside from the video topic, I'd like to appreciate Chelsea's development. I'm on this channel since 2018 (I think), and I see a drastic growth in presentation and confidence Chelsea is radiating. This is so inspiring!
I had to get rid of TikTok this year because, holy crap, it’s so addictive.
Recommendation for glass food storage: IKEA
They have glass storage tubs for food in a large variety of sizes, all dishwasher, microwave, oven and freezer safe. They also sell the lids and tubs separately so easy to replace if you have lost or broke one or the other and they have a variety of lid types so fit different looks including click lids, wooden lids etc.
I sold my dining room table and set of chairs, and turned that space into a reading corner! I realized that whenever I do have people over, we're always hanging out in the living room by the TV and I never eat meals in the dining area anymore. Since the dining room table was by all the windows in my living room, it felt like such a waste to have that whole space taken up by something I never used. Instead, it now has a giant comfy chair with tons of pillows and blankets which is perfect for cuddling with the cats while you read a book and look out the front windows!
I got rid of a ton of cheap clothes that were no longer serving me or were ill-fitting (usually from the start). I started thrifting very high-quality pieces and used the 1-in-1-out rule to transform my waredrobe. I have never loved my clothes more! Sure, there were a few thrifting mistakes, but I don't feel bad about re-donating a $5 or $10 item here and there.
Thrifting is a great way to high quality and natural fibers for less! I also am willing to be more experimental, and buy items that I plan on altering and/or dyeing.
I actually found it extremely hard to let stuff go when I was overweight. I'd either have clothes that I could no longer fit into or that I "might fit into" once I lost the weight. Those took up a lot of room. Part of the overarching issue was that I didn't buy good quality clothes because if I spent a lot on a sweater and lost some weight, I could no longer wear it, thus money wasted. Once I got down to a more reasonable weight, I could more permanently purchase good quality to break the fast fashion issue trend.
my partner and i have a wardrobe full of this
I hear you. That's why I never buy clothes and wear the same 10 outfits all year around.
This is the whole truth. And for those of us whose weights fluctuate, there’s a good chance our bodies will change again, making it hard to shop or downsize at all. And I WANT to downsize! But if you hit a stretch of bad mental health, who knows what will fit anymore?
@@rixatrix I can totally relate to this
I have sizes 8,10, & 12 in my closet. I feel this struggle!
nr 4 is SO TRUE! my husband has worked as a software engineer at many different facilities. They literally have the SAME product and stop the machine to only change the packaging and start again. Seriously, there is NOTHING else in there. This goes for food, cosmetics, cleaning supplies, medicine... basically EVERYTHING
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The temptation to buy new clothes almost disappeared in me when I started customising/making my own things and I highly recommend it 😁 coolirpa and AC crochets are 2 channels that inspired me
SAME HERE! I love coolirpa but the two channels that did it for me are Fashion Wizardry and The DIY Designer!
I am seeking modern, architectural knitting patterns. Does anyone have advice as to where to look?
I found this too! I'm learning to sew and since being able to make my own dresses, skirts and tops, I find in less inclined to buy these things.... (well uuuusually.....!) Therefore I'm still interested in learning ways to get used to NOT BUYING STUFF!! AARGH!! Day 3 of my no buy year... wish me luck!! 😂
@@oliviaknight1123 You can do it! It helps to ask yourself WHY you are on a no-buy year and WHAT healthy substitutes you have to scratch the itch. If you want new clothes, sewing them yourself can work. If you crave the feeling that comes from something new, then maybe new combinations or other new items can work, like library books/tools/music/movies, etc.
@@ifetayodavidson-cade5613 thank you! I really appreciate your reply and advice, you're right, there has been a lot of thinking about why I buy. I agree that I need to think about my reasons and remind myself why I'm doing the no buy. Thank you, sometimes it really helps to have someone remind you of the obvious.🥰 Happy New Year! 🎉
I am loving this concept of "doing more with less" that seems to be seeping into everywhere; it seems like a lot of people, myself included, are really striving to appreciate what they already have and can work with, or seeking out quality more than superficial, virtual, fast, living.
I love linen, cooler in summer, warmer in winter and the more they are used the softer.
Please include the link or the brand name. Thanks.
Living in Montana we store our winter clothes in the garage until it’s time to bring them out and we do the same for our summer clothes every time the season changes. It helps our closet and dresser not feel so cluttered.
Lol you can’t do that in Missouri cuz it’ll be 70 degrees one day and snowing the next
That just moves the clutter elsewhere tho
Stopped buying orchids. Now learning how to grow second stems and blooms from orchids I got last year. 3 out of 3 now have a new leaf, the precursor to a bloom. Yeah!
SAY THEIR NAME! BROOKLINEN! Lmaooo. I remember they advertised with all my favorite podcast so I wanted to support; I saw those prices and ran. There is no reason for sheets to be that expensive.
@@TheFinancialDiet-what is the name of the Amazon sheets? Thank you!!
I also got rid of a lot of clothing I was hanging onto "just in case" or online purchases I was too lazy to return. Finally got rid of it after years of feeling guilty. Just had to accept that the mistakes were already made and all I can do is change my habits going forward.
The “Minimal-ish” mom content creators that I’ve been consuming for the last 6 months call that the “Time Will Tell” Bin. Once the date passes, you genuinely don’t even need to look at the things (it’ll make you want to keep the stuff again!) - just take the whole box straight to donation! Love the concept of “Wait and See” with a deadline.
Replaced plastic with glass in 2021 since I became more health focussed! I’m doing no spend year 2023 except anything needed to complete lots of unfinished projects! Working on these will replace consumerism!
I already have relatively few things tbh, but I essentially got rid of ordering takeout and going out to eat unless I'm with a friend or family member.
That's amazing! How did you do it (if you don't mind sharing)?
To me the most important factor about sheets is softness. I can't get over how many are advertised at insane prices when there are one or two brands with a set of bamboo sheets for under $100 that are super soft!
A sheet review segment would be nice! Hint hint!
Why is everyone taking out their bathtubs? I absolutely have to have one, and while house shopping I found everyone had recently redone their bathrooms to remove the tubs. A tub was my only preference and I thought it was a pretty reasonable ask.
We have an old house and in the 6 years we've owned it, weve done 3 major overhauls - a loft extension, kitchen overhaul and a bathroom/storage overhaul. I'm never, ever doing anything more. Six months later and I'm still finding building dust inside books and on skirting boards. It's never ending and you ALWAYS go over budget, regardless how conservatively you spend.
I made the Pyrex switch a few years back and I have NO regrets. Life is so much less stressful. I started with the round 2 cups, but I eventually added the rectangular 2 cups as well for batch cooking. I also dislike mismatched mugs, so I switched to lead-free uniform glass there, too. (And some stainless steel travel mugs from Brumate, since I was SO impressed with their champagne flutes.)
Could we have the link to the linen sheets from amazon?
As another alternative to glass storage containers, stainless steel mixing bowls are available in many sizes, are extremely cheap (like literally $1 - $5 each), so you can have dozens of them, and they serve multiple purposes in the kitchen. You still need plastic wrap or aluminum foil to cover them for storage, but this is both inexpensive and easy. And they also transfer to the oven (and don't even need to warm up first!)
Or you can cover them with a plate.
Some ways to avoid the plastic wrap/aluminum foil over mixing bowls: Silicone bowl covers, just press down a bit on the centre and it seals nicely. At our house, the silicone bowl covers are in constant use. Beeswax wraps, works best when contents will not touch the wrap, or contents are not super sticky or messy. Also, you can invest in a nice set of OXO mixing bowls from Costco. They are stainless steel, each bowl comes with its own lid. they store neatly. There are measurement markers along the sides and a rubberized bottom so they are less noisy and more durable than the Dollarama version.
Shower caps are kind of rad for covering
Some mixing bowl sets come with lids (my own stainless steel bowls have lids, though unfortunately they warped when my husband unknowingly ran them in the dishwasher, so be careful!). Another alternative is beeswax wraps.
Another option for avoiding plastic wrap is beeswax wraps! They come in a bunch of different sizes and I use mine all the time to cover my rising dough or whatever is in my (also stainless steel) bowls.
These wraps can eventually lose their wax over time, but several companies sell little blocks of their beeswax and you can reapply it to your cloth wraps! Just sandwich the wrap + a few shavings of wax between some parchment paper and use an iron on the lowest setting to slowly melt and distribute the wax and voila, good as new
I've always aspired to be the kind of person who wears the same things year after year and who has a certain style and purges everything else, but over the last year i realised that, having ADHD, this just isn't realistic for me. My style changes from super masculine to super feminine, super functional to more fashionable pretty frequently and if i didn't purge my clothes from past phases i rewear them when the phase comes back around. Even if they sat in storage for a year or two
exactly the same problem and realization!
There are ways to get the novelty kick that are less wasteful, and putting some items in storage is one of them! I love to wear the rainbow, but limit a few colors to only warm or cool seasons so that the seasonal wardrobe swap has color novelty built in.
@@ifetayodavidson-cade5613 finding items you used to love in storage is the best. That's why i realized purging my wardrobe just isn't for me. I like to cycle through a bunch of styles and it just doesn't make sense to purge and rebuy all the time
Fellow adhd-er, I find vacuum sealed bags super helpful for storing clothes until I circle back to them. With the way adhd affects my short term memory and object permanence, I would end up getting rid of my entire wardrobe if I purged my closet based on how often I wear things.
Same thing with hobbies to a certain extent. I love beadwork, wire wrapping and making jewelry. I store my supplies and tools and when I jump back on the bandwagon, I have everything I need. I think this has saved me tons of money over the years. I (tongue in cheek) call it the road to hell…because it’s paved with good intentions. I am usually inspired at times inconvenient to go to the store and frankly, by the time you get everything you need, the inspiration has passed. This, and what I call “Home Depot” (my parents’ house) made it so much easier during the pandemic. I was set up with everything I needed to keep calm and carry on.
Omg Chelsea you are relatable as hell😂 however with the glass recycling comment- Pyrex and other ovenware often isn’t as widely recyclable as you implied (if at all) because it’s manufactured differently to withstand oven temps than common glass bottles or jars would be. This shouldn’t really matter because like it was said it should last a long time, but definitely check with your waste hauler or recycling service before throwing ovenware in the recycling bin.
At the very least, if it ends up in the ocean it will eventually return to sand, unlike plastic.
I suppose another alternative to the recycling issue would be that it could be passed onto a second-hand store much easier, if it's still in usable condition.
Love Chelsea but it's hard to sell "Buying something new to replace already functional things" as the environmental choice.
@@AS-pp6ll True. I see this as what I'd do to replace any plasticware we throw away for wear and tear reasons
Baby items and clothes. We've been trying and trying with IVF to have another child and I've reached the conclusion that if by some miracle we DO get pregnant again, it won't be planned. So I've donated most of the baby stuff we own to local foster families and am working on giving away the last of it probably in the next month. It's been emotional and heart-rending to give up on this dream but we're happy that the items we are passing on are going to serve other families and children in need.
Would you think about adopting?
The last one for sure!! I've been transitioning to glass storage containers that have air tight seals and I love them. I kept a few plastic ones that are good for transporting food or storing dry goods but I try to only use glass for the fridge and freezer.
Let's be honest: that Robin's-egg blue coat is fabulous.
As the type of lady who would have worn it with my jeans and tees every single day: I could not agree more.
Chelsea, I absolutely love your Tik Tok! It feeds my soul the way your tweets and more frequent instagrams used to (though I completely understand the lack of desire to use those platforms the way we all used to in the early 2010s) and the relaxed video content is 👑. Just here to say I SO enjoy your personal domestic content. You’re a gem!
We need a video about how to chose clothing that can last long and is an "investment piece." I feel like I've heard that advice from TFD a lot, but I don't know what materials, brands, construction, etc. of garments makes for a long lasting, high quality item.
I'm not sure that quality exists anymore. Maybe in very high end brands? I'd like to see that video too.
@@JP-ve7or I agree. I think that companies realize that if they make a product that is high quality enough to last a lifetime, they won't have as many return customers.
I agree, this would be highly useful. For example, I always check all the seams. Sometimes the less expensive option is better crafted than the high end option!
Agree with the seams comment, and also would like to plug various historical sewing youtubers (Bernadette Banner has several videos with a LOT of people featured) and other DIY clothing folks. Many things they do for their hand made clothes are properties of well made, longlasting bought garment.
@@karinazeier3186 Interesting. What do you look for in the seams exactly? Like that they are not loose, they are even, that type of thing? Just wondering if there are specifics to look for.
@thefinancialdiet - Can you enable CC, please? Auto CC is helpful as not all of us can hear/clearly hear the broadcast. I’m seeing this is sporadic for this channel, but it’s an easy way to make it more accessible. Thanks for the consideration.
Uk resident here... Ikea top end duvet sets are about the same price as everyone else's cheapo sets, and are usually nice quality pure cotton!
ALL: remember never to wallpaper your bathroom!!! This is a recipe to 100% get mold growth that you will never see or clean off. The mold will grow behind the wallpaper and you will never see it start to develop.
This was awesome! In 2022 I got rid of extra cosmetics, down to a minimal routine of 8 items (including cleanser & moisturizer). My rule is one in one out, only replacing items that are empty. The first thing I noticed was the vanity clear of clutter and how quickly/easy it is to get ready. Anyway thank you for the inspiration. Happy New Year!
I’m using buy nothing groups to get rid of my old clutter; instead of sending it to a landfill I’m giving it to someone who will make use of the item
me too! Feels great to pass it along to be loved by another instead of collecting dust at my place.
Me too. I find it rewarding to DM with someone who is so appreciative and interested, plus getting to know neighbors.
The ad for me that played immediately after you trashed the sheets… was for said sheets 😂
Linoto makes gorgeous linen sheets that are handmade and 100% linen. They take a while to be made but worth the money and wait. They wear so well over the years.
I think I know what “fancy sheet” company you’re talking about that every TH-camr tries to sell. Those sheets are crap. The best sheets ever are from Restoration Hardware or Pottery Barn. They are pricey but so worth the money! They last a long time, don’t discolor, and are so comfortable.
Happy New Year Chelsea!! 🥂🎄🎆❤️ Thank you for the great video!!❤️
Drop that bedding link please! It’s not in the description yet 😅 I have Brooklinen sheets and they suck.. ready to replace ‘em!
I’m glad I saw this before I bought a set, I just couldn’t make myself pay the price.
@@BinaryHackerMan yeah don’t do it! Feels the same as Target sheets over time (I have the sateen sheets). They also fit really loose on my 10” mattress - it drives me insane!
I have two sets of linen sheets from Target (not sure if they are a house brand) that aren’t horrible but $2-400 need to be significantly nicer than the ones I got on sale for $40 to be worth it.
I replaced all my plastic storage with glass last year as well. It was a bit of an investment, getting different sizes and some specific Werk and Ball jars for specific things, but I LOVE the look and I glass is so much easier to work with. I freeze it, can with it, dishwasher safe, etc. Its great.
Switching to 100% Linen sheets: 100% worth it 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
But where is the link she said she'd share??
Love this anti-haul, any chance you can link those sheets? I've been eyeing some for a few years but have always been a little skeptical of the luxury ones because I want to make a good purchase! Thanks for all your amazing content TFD!
Am I using TH-cam wrong? Can't find the link for the sheets Chelsea mentioned in the description 😅
Got rid of 50 year old kitchen. It was really inconvenient for about 6 weeks, as a total gut job happened, but worth it. We have to reno 2 bathrooms however we have 3 so not as inconvenient.
May I suggest a banana plant if the fiddle leaf fig doesn't work out. Had 1 for 3 years now. Lives thru our forced air heating + A/C - loves to be watered once a week. Cheap as little plants, produce pups you can give to friends + around 5 years you can get bananas.
Completely agree about the cost and disruption of home renovations. We live in a townhouse (line of five) and the property next door is in its 11th week of renovations. Costly for the absent owners certainly but the disruption and noise has been entirely reserved for us and the neighbours on the other side. It's made us think twice about the renovations we had planned!! As always, love your vlog.
I live in an apartment building. The neighbors above us renovated their 3 bedroom apartment for one year! If curses work, I pity them...
really enjoyed this video!!!
When I moved in with my partner his food storage containers were so much better (matching sets of plastic and then glass containers with plastic lids). Beyond just being easier to store, I find I no longer dread meal clean up and storing leftover like I used to when I had to hunt for a matching lid.
Glass container rec - IKEA has pretty great and super afforadable glass containers. The lids are plastic but are high quality and have replaceable seals. They also don't stack (well they do stack but then have a tendency to get stuck...), but I just store them with the lids on. And as I use them for meal prep, they're most often full and in my fridge. They're also great for wfh meal prep because they're oven-proof so can do leftovers and put them into the oven to heat up (I put into a cold oven just in case of sudden temperature change).
Rather than just recycling my old plastic containers (or ones that I get from takeout), I repurpose for things like sending food home with friends, various gardening projects, bathroom cupboard organizing, etc. They still might end up in the recycling but they'll have had a good life first at least.
I liked this video!! Thanks!!
Thanks for the nice video! I would like to point out that heat resistant glass, such as Pyrex, is non-recyclable! It can actually contaminate the glass recycling stream, so always dispose of it in a regular waste bin!
My wife's plants are gradually died in this past year. It was heartbreaking. RIP your bird of paradise. :(
I had the bathroom very minimally renovated in 2021 and it dragged out over 3 months when it was supposed to take a couple days (week max). I got a gym membership which ended up being great and showered there. But the toilets had to be removed a few times or were otherwise inaccessible and that was a nightmare (had to drive to a gas station, but found out some people were peeing into bottles in the garage ugh) and it made me realize I 1000000000% need to be able to rent an RV or something to live in if I ever do that again. Also I checked the work out and was pleased initially but I can now see about 15 things that are criminally wrong--tldr, if you can do it yourself, you should.
I’ve loved the switch to glass storage I did a couple years ago. I have not missed the plastic. I was gifted a small set of plastic that I use for dry storage or items that won’t be reheated so it has lasted better than previous plastic sets as a result of the lighter use.
Would love to hear a breakdown of what you changed to achieve a 4 day week - would make a great video case study for my business students! And any processes you went through to prepare people for the changes
love the progress!
Happy new year!
My closet looks like one of those stock photo closets that have about 10 pieces in them. Getting rid of all the extra fluff has made finding something to wear much easier. I didn't realize how many ways I can mix and match. It's kind of cool.
We spent Covid shopping and now we are overwhelmed!
I've gone through both a full kitchen reno and full bathroom reno now, and I have to agree with Chelsea that a bathroom is way harder to deal with in the meantime. Definitely good to wait on that and do some temporary fixes till you're ready for that struggle
KEEP THE BATHTUB.
Stalls are really popular and trendy, but given that you own, it's a good idea to keep a tub in at least one bathroom. Lots of people want tubs -- people with kids especially -- and a four-piece bath, no matter how slightly fuddy-duddy it may seem at the moment, is ultimately a selling feature when the time comes.
Definitely, if you need to soak a bad back or bathe a kid/dog, you'll want the option!
Talking about sheets such an adult concern... and I love it!
IKEA has great glass storage containers in the 365 line, they come in plastic too but the glass ones are great, they have like three different types of lids you can buy too, highly recommend 👍🏻best IKEA buy ever.
Hey Chelsea! Can't seem to find that link to the sheets you said would be in the description? I'm currently looking for some good ones and I always like the stuff you recommend
I've been doing the storage thing for a while its amazing how well it works!
Everytime I hear about people’s clothing overconsumption, I’m like lol I’m too overweight and disproportionate to even have this problem. I couldn’t buy enough stuff per month that feels good, looks good, and is reasonably priced to ever reach a problematic amount. So I’m still out here wearing the same stretchy Ts and leggings I’ve been wearing for 3+ years. I don’t know how normal sized people aren’t picky AF considering all the options available to them in comparison. I have to be non-picky because there are so few options for me available. I actually would like to have more clothing because my outfits are very stale but they work fine and it is what it is.
Oh, Chelsea, while I often find myself yelling at you through my screen for some of your opinions (mainly those that are specific to living in NYC, your almost anti-education stance, when you fail to express the ‘real’ root of the issue aka your last podcast..) I will forever LOVE that you have and continue to call yourself out in your own bullshit (ie that %^*% robins egg blue coat!!!).
I LOVE IT, because at the end of the day, recognizing our own bullshit, and bullshit thinking, is the ONLY WAY that we actually grow and evolve and make positive changes in our lives.
So, please, no matter what, keep recognizing that bullshit, girl!
Happiest of New Years!
Speaking of sheets! Ugg has this new brand or like sector called Koolaburra. I bought their sheets and a comforter from Kohl's and they are amazing. Totally not cheap but not super bougie expensive. I just looked online and they are made with Polyester Microfiber (Not sure what that means lol but they are soft and cozy!). I am still a ~young~ adult and never have cared about bedding stuff before but I love these pieces. Very comfy. I feel like a beautiful baby angel when I go to bed now. I am used to sleeping with random bed sets from Walmart lol.
Thanks for the inspiration I've just cleared out my Tupperware shelf and thrown away so much of what I don't use anyway! And I found a steamer i thought I'd left in my parents house, huzzah!
~12 minutes in talking about renovations, totally love everything you’ve said but I also want folks to know how accessible DIY skills for projects that may not even seem basic are, obviously it can spiral but a HUGE value add of saving money and doing diy (takes away your time of course) is knowing the skills to fix x when needed later and not pay inflated contractor/renovation deals then.
I highly recommend everyone trying to customize something they own to their exact liking to get into a diy mindset without as much risk but willing to learn. Like IKEA hacks. Time is usually the biggest sink but depending how much “your” time is “worth” of your own measure for the effort trying to renovate a small room can be so gratifying and empowering, and still save you 10s of thousands too
Hi!! Happy new year! I love your videos; can you share the link to your sheets? I am actually looking for some, I bought very expensive ones and I hate them so much lol, I prefer cheap sheets but I am curious to check some on amazon.
I just heard you on the Radio, that’s how I knew your channel, greetings from Morocco
I'm confused why in this video, we didn't name the brand of the fancy sheet but called out and featured an influencer for making content just not to Chelsea's taste? I don't even know who she is but it felt like an unnecessary dig at a creator? Unless she's like doing something really harmful?
I so hear you on the renovation pains and I'm on the other side of the pond - seems it's universal! Having said that, here in Italy we have companies that specifically do a bathtub-to-shower swap in a day, they probably exist in the US as well. Very interesting about the 4-day workweek!
We do have those bathtub to stall shower in a day companies! They can be pricey though- and because Chelsea lives in NYC coop, there may be additional permit expenses with doing this work.
I bought some Parachute sheets and they were so thin and I treated them SO WELL because of the price and still the fitted sheet elastic blew out faster than any other sheet I've ever had. I'll stick with on sale, Nordstrom Brand sheets from now on.
Bought Ralph Lauren branded sheets from HomeGoods 5 years ago and they are still fresh and smooth! I just put them in the washer with a bit of soap & bluing and tumble dry and they are so good!
I bought a Parachute robe from a sample sale and I live in a warm area so I've only been using it for a few months and its already looking a little rough. I'm glad I only spent $30 on it because the quality isn't there. I'm glad I didnt get any of the bedding now.
@@SamanthaStew dang thanks for sharing about the robes! I want a new one and will look elsewhere. Here I thought maybe the robes and towels would at least be okay.
Good to know about the sheets! I actually got Parachute waffle booties as a gift, and they're by far my favorite house shoes I've ever had, so I was thinking about ordering other stuff from Parachute. Alas, you saved me from a possible mistake.
I was surprised to see you on TikTok! I was like, "she looks like Chelsea" and it actually was you!
Hey Chelsea! Could you please link your linen sheets in the description? Many thanks!!
I really appreciate the one about furniture and designer sheets. BROOKLINEN! I don't know that about the furniture. Wow.
"Got rid of forever" in reference to the bird of paradise plant makes it sound like she took out a mob hit on a plant. Here for it! (also better luck with plant 2.0)
@thefinancialdiet please link the linen sheets you mentioned. Thanks.
So with you on renovations - we redid our unheated attic (it needed a new roof anyway, we had pest issues) and opened up the roof, added dormers, etc., And it went way over budget as well and makes me reticent to do major projects like that again.
I am way less intimidated by cosmetic changes like tiling or flooring or adding light fixtures now, but anything involving opening up walls and plumbing / electric is a huge undertaking.
I live in an older house and renovated an 86 y/o bathroom in 2022. I add 20-25% to the budget estimate before starting any project and this one blew through it with one cracked cast iron stack pipe. $6k just poof!! But I had planned for it and had the cash so at least there’s that lol. Maybe I should start adding 30%.
@@amyholland6924 That's rough, we had planned to go 15% over but it was worse in part due to changed zoning, which was extremely confusing, and the planners were remote when our contractor submitted plans and kept not responding for weeks - very unhelpful. It was mainly more expensive due to a very complicated dormer plan which needed to be ripped off and redone anyway, but we also found plumbing issues. So I would not renovate where I live again, and would be very careful about zoning rules before even buying a house elsewhere.
Chelsea! Where's the link to the linen sheets?? I am so intrigued
I’m looking for the link too!
Came here looking for my sheets link. Sheets or riot
I've found that products on Amazon are often more expensive than products elsewhere. I'll use Amazon like a search engine, see if the Amazon store has an independent website, and buy it (often much cheaper) directly from them instead. I still don't like using the 'Zon as a search engine, though (what about the great indie brands without a presence there?)
Two things:
1. Fiddle leaf figs can be tricky! They act like they love their spot then boom, they start dropping leaves like crazy
2. I got an awesome, handmade duvet cover from a maker on Etsy. Would highly recommend checking there for linens to see what’s out there
agreed on that fiddle leaf fig comment.
I killed my fiddle leaf fig tree 😭 not my favorite plant
Yup
Link to the Etsy shop? 👀
Distilled water worked for my fig. My tap water was too hard.
I would reconsider opening the wall from the kitchen because while I don't know your specific New York apartment, I have lived in a few of them and it was my experience that range hooding and ventilation is a joke. If you open your wall to the rest of your living space, you are enlarging the opportunity for grease laden air to mingle with the rest of your place and precipitate gunky dust on everything. Think of why open kitchen shelves look pretty in photos but in practice are a terrible idea. My opinion, of course :-) Love and respect!
Hello! Chelsea, would you have a recommendation for a comforter duvet insert? Thank you for your content. I always look forward to seeing your videos.
Link to the Amazon sheets? I'm ready. 💳 😅
happy new year
I’ve been using Nuuly too and i really like it for the same reasons
I love your TikToks!