DECLUTTERING MY CLUTTERED FOYER/ Oh my gosh this is a special one for me! Come declutter with me ❤️
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 24 ม.ค. 2022
- Time for more decluttering!!
I’m so so happy to get my Foyer decluttered today as it’s the last visible space on my main floor that hasn’t been decluttered 💃💃💃
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Those half walls were used as planters back in the day. They used to fill them with lava rocks and put artificial plants/greenery in them. I like that they put covers on them. I would not use them at all or once you redo Gus' room that would determine what I would do with the half wall. Can turn them into bookshelves or do away with them to open up the room.
I should have read this before I said basically this same rhing!
It’s more expensive but I would add a full wall, french doors, raise the floor and make it a home office. Kids can do hw or crafts in there or parents can do bills there.
We had these half walls in our house, complete with gravel and fake plants. We tried to make them into shelves but eventually just took them out.
We had something similar in the house I grew up in . Ours always have living green house plants, which is why it was metal lined.
A fabulous decluttering session Jodi.
I'd move you beautiful cabinet to th opposite wall and put a large mirror above it rather than a coat rack which would look a mess in no time. But you couldstore hats, scarves and gloves in the cabinet. A lamp would look good on top with a tray or bowl for keys.
Loving your video's. Keep up the hard work x
Thanks so much Simone ❤️
I thought the exact same thing, Simone! :)
That would block the vent. Coat rack would get messy. Looks great as is Jodi👍👍👍👍👍
Just saw this video n totally agree. A coatrack would clutter in no time...good idea w cabinet on opp. Wall w a mirror. Find one that would blend in colors or accents w cabinet. Yes, keep the plant box covered! It would be low maintenance. Your focal point is your clock....good to minimize the entry
I always think I want a coat tree until I see it in full use. They tend to make the area feel and look cluttered when they are full. I finally decided to just stage the one I have with a cute summer hat, scarf and bag. No one in the family is allowed to put coats. We use it only for guests-which is amazing. Love to have a place for them to go. I love it so much!
Agree
I don't mind them of they aren't over full for sure !
Would the green cabinet look better on the other side of the door, where the table was? Have a nice plant on it
Coat racks can tend to look cluttered when it's full, but it's a waste of space if you don't use it
If you’ve always wanted a clothes rack , then maybe you should get it.
Personally I think it’s good to have some empty spaces around the house, keeps the house looking less cluttered. Plus you have the cupboard in the foyer.
Maybe Donna Jean can stored her excess craft supplies in those half walls…I love them by the way💕
Id just love to state for the record that i LOVE when you move furniture and the zoom in on all the juicy dust and stuff you find behind it. I dont know why but it just makes me so happy watching you clean it all 😂💕 my brain is weird hahaha
😂😂😂😂
I only show it because I love to see it in videos too. Makes me feel normal 🤣
I grew up with my grandmother as well & inherited her antique mantle clock that chimes so beautiful. My dad brought it to her when he was serving in Germany & I feel so blessed to have it! I love your clock & beautiful home. You are a beautiful soul & I’m upset that someone said that to you. They should have offered to help you prepare for Christmas instead of taking it from you!
We have a mid century home with a planter box located near the front door. We were able to remove the metal container portion by simply lifting it out of the wood half wall. It was not even nailed down. Perhaps you could do the same. It would be a great place to store hats, scarves and gloves. Love your videos; the entry looks wonderful. TFS.
Oh thank you Elaine! I didn’t even check to see if the metal would come out
Additonally, I love that you use what you have like a real person. I use butter knives for EVERYTHING including a flathead screwdriver when I don't feel like looking for one.
Another great job! I'd put the little green table on the other side of the door.
Thanks Jody ❤️
There is a vent on other heat on other side. It would damage cabinet & block air flow.
The little cupboard to the right of the door reminds me of a fancy dollhouse piece.
The grandfather clock is very special. Mom had 1 they bought in Bavaria. Love it. I believe all my sisters have put their names on it. 😆
It's amazing what a simple piece of furniture can remind you of.
It really is Edie! Grand father clocks always bring me joy from growing up with them ❤️
Jodi- your openness and honestly about your story with the house clutter and feelings, family, etc. are so real life and your story is so much like my parents/my childhood. Thanks for sharing. My husband and I have done the same as you- moved into a huge house that we never would have dreamed of having (too much house for us, really) and I’ve been fighting to feel decluttered and host a lot of events so that I have checkpoints to keep up with my clutter!!
Tom was such a good video host!!(PS love the coat rack idea!!! So cute, and hospitable to have a nice spot for guests coats and a little umbrella to walk them out with! Also it would not block the vent over on that wall)
I love those little hidden half wall spaces. I would put a few of my valuables. Then I would put a couple house plants on top of them
New subscriber here! An awesome job decluttering but what's most inspiring is your internal transformation story. Being born "perfect" is easy. What's not easy is having the realization and awakening that change has to happen in an area of your life and then completely transforming your thought processes and habits to creste lasting change. That's the impressive part to me. And as a bonus, you're now inspiring others to do the same. Great great job!! You should be so proud of yourself.
Those half walls/planter inserts, I would pour a layer of paint to just cover it all… 🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍 It’s amazing your kids help!!! It’s good for them to learn cleaning & organizing is a part of life & doesn’t have to be horrible! 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜 I’m organizing my couponing stockpile & pantry foods… they’re all stashed in boxes & bags but I’m making a better system & rotating stuff so I can use the older stuff & food first ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Coatracks end up being a clutter magnet, maybe a bowl or cute basket on that little cabinet for mail and/or keys… those half walls cubbies could hold seasonal stuff like hats, glasses, scarves, sunscreen, etc but maybe a few baskets inside to organize… on the empty wall maybe a bench to put on/take off shoes, and maybe a small hanging hooks on a piece of wood (hopefully makes sense) to hang guest coats only, maybe a small mirror 💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙
Thank you ❤️❤️
Yes creating better system is so helpful with a stockpile! I feel like I’m always changing things around to make sure nothing goes to waste 😊
That was quite the transformation. It’s such a lovely big space to walk into. Tom was an absolute professional as always. Love him xx
Rachel wasn’t he 🐈⬛
Thank you ❤️
Absolutely. Definitely. 100% YES for the coat rack!!!
1. You can use a paint thinner/stripper to get that paint out. 2. Yes! Get the coat rack. As soon as I saw the table in that area I thought “a coat rack would be perfect there” so I’m glad I stayed till the end and heard that you were considering it.
i would remove the top and use it as a planter for some plants :D:D:D you doing great. every time i watch you clean i do the same :D thx for beeing so honest with us!!
That’s a great idea. I probably won’t do that though because of the cats 🤷♀️
Unless I did faux flowers 🤔🤔🤔
Now you got me thinking Suzy 😂 thank you
@@jodidunnmymessylife1847 I had the same idea, use it as a planter! I would totally put fake plants in there-I would kill real ones lol
They were planters originally,someone put the lids on later.
Yes get a coat rack and a antique mirror too, u can store scarfs, gloves, hats in those cabinets
Thank you Debra 🤗
Thanks for sharing your history with housekeeping and your family’s response. Good, good, good for you for working on your house and listening to your family. You should be very proud of yourself.
You go girl. You make me look at my home and say to myself "get off your butt lady, get going!" Love you❤️
Ahhh Nancy that’s funny 😂
Me too 🙋🏻♀️😄
Since you love family gatherings. Maybe you may consider making your formal living room a dining room. You have a table and hutch and you could add a sideboard and extra chairs. It’s even big enough for a Christmas tree. Make your now dining room your office and video / art room. Put a French door on to shut off from front door. It’s just a thought.
I’m new here and I have been binge watching your videos! Wow you are amazing and I am loving it! Maybe on your storage half walls Donna Jean could put all her paints and small paint brushes in it. Less clutter on her craft table. Just a thought. Peace and love to you and your family!
Hi Debra 🤗😊
Thank you so much ❤️
Awesome job, as usual! Thank you for sharing your story. You should be super proud of yourself. You have done an amazing job decluttering all of these spaces so far. It truly is an on going process. As soon as we finish all of the rooms, it's like we might as well start back over haha. I have never seen the half wall storage things, pretty neat. Loved seeing Tom in the video too. :) Thanks again for sharing another awesome video.
Thanks Julie! Yes so true they will all need it again 😂
I adore these videos Jodi! I don’t know if I enjoy the decluttering more or all your stories! And I was giggling right along with you about your mom’s accidental compliment 😂 That must have made your day!!! ❤️☀️
Shine it made my whole year 😂😂😂
Love hearing your stories while watching you de cluttering, very relatable! What about putting that green cabinet where card table was and leave other side clear and open?
Thanks Lena ❤️
Yes once I get the room painted the cabinet might look great over on the other side.
I was thinking that too, but there is a vent there.
I have never seen those walls with boxes in them how cool though. Decor storage made easy for decor not using! Wow so cool❤.
You could use your pretty green cabinet for your fun products!!
Put the rug under the Door and the high green plant on the other free side of the Door. Amasing job!!!!!
My dad collected clocks. We had 21 go off in one room. I still has his favorite grandfather clock.
I love grandfather clocks ⏰ 😍
Looks amazing! Great job Donna Jean on helping your mom with the cleaning!
Thank you Cheri 🤗
Have you thought about moving the lil table over to the left (empty wall) instead of where the planters are so the one side isn’t so crowded vs the other empty? You could even put a lamp or decor on it & a picture or mirror above it if it’s on the left. Just a thought lol
That looks so great! And yes I think a standing coat rack would look charming there. Especially if guests use that front door. It’s always nice to have a place to hang your coat when you’re visiting someone’s house.
Thank you Christian ❤️
I love these videos so much. I’m starting to declutter my house too with the help of my mother and my church mom. Yesterday my church mom helped me with my bedroom we are halfway through it. On Friday we will try again to see if we can get it done. You are so good and what your doing for us. Thanks for sharing.
Hi Jodi ! I have to tell ya , I am borderline hoarder of clothes , and makeup ! And anything else I feel I need asap , I am feeling overwhelmed and having a hard time getting going to do any of it , Like you said , motivation goes out the window quick ! How do I want to feel coming into my bedroom , right now , I am stressed ! But want that oraganized look , doesnt have to be perfect , nothing is , I just wanted to thank you for these decluttering videos , You are helping a lot of us to get up and get going ! Keep it up , your doing great ! ❤️
Kathleen I’m so happy this helps in anyway. Feeling stressed in a room is no fun! You can do it little by little ❤️❤️❤️
My folks had a similar room divider in living room in front of stairs to basement. However it was open. There was a variety of greenery and floral arrangements in it. Not sure it was as deep as yours. I think the house was built about 1960. Thanks for all these videos. I watch and then I go clean.🙂🌷🌷🌷
Mine was built in the early 70’s so it must have been a popular thing to do with that time period 🤷♀️
The little half round table is so beautiful!!! I absolutely love it!!
I would put it on the opposite wall, if you dont get a coat rack. With a mirror above and a classy vase with flowers it would look amazing.
But as always, you do you!! 💓
Isn’t it so pretty!! Thank you for the suggestion ❤️
I would store board games in those half walls, if they fit. How cool!
Holly that is an excellent idea but it’s too narrow of a space
You are doing a fantastic job. I really love this series of decluttering. Yes, a coat rack in that corner would look nice and be very useful.
Hi Jodi! Another great video! Your foyer looks terrific. I say go for the cost rack. It will look great. You could take the doors off your half walls and put live or artificial plants in there for decor.
I love the secret compartment. Nice secret hide away.
I’m new to your channel and I must say that I very much appreciate the talking/chatting. I don’t care for ones where there is just music.
Thank you ❤️❤️
You could maybe try paint thinner or nail polish remover to get the paint out of the storage space. I would go with hooks on the wall for coats instead of a coat rack, it would leave the floor clear and make the space feel bigger and less cluttered. I know you mentioned wanting to re-do that front livingroom space. I would move the furniture in the foyer there if I was you. It's great when you can shop your own home and those are two lovely pieces that could really be showcased in that space. Our Mushi likes to show his belly too. :)
Thank you Vera ❤️
Awe sweet Mushi 😻 I love it when cats do that
I love love love that little cabinet. Can’t wait to see what you do with it.
I have an umbrella stand with canes I collect in it. Love how it looks, and it isn't huge. My coat rack tore up years ago because of too much weight on it. Lol. But, I still love them. 💖🙂
I’m re-watching these for inspiration. I love you.😊
i love love love watching you anytime im cleaning i put you on and its so delightful hearing you talking and laughing such a fresh personality and i can relate to so many things you say ALSO i am so jealous of the built in planters.. O.M.G !!!! i know their storage but my brain is singing planters
Awe thank you so much Melissa ❤️❤️
It seems that they were planters at some point 🤷♀️
They were when the was built.
Looks great Jodi! I would not put anything in the planters? On the half wall, it would just be an out out sight out of mind storage probably. Although I was thinking maybe storing candles in there, easy to grab when you need one. Or knock down the half walls and open up the room! I would not personally get a coat hanger stand. It might look cluttered? It look so nice and open now. Maybe a bench there though yo sit and out your shoes on before you go out the door. Where do you store your coats now? In the closet in entry way? Love hearing your story while you declutter.
Ha! True about he never ending decluttering! I have been decluttering on TH-cam since 2015, although not as seriously as you have been doing. I have done the minimalism game last year with some other TH-camrs and got rid of over 400 items in one month but you probably have reached that too by now.
I don’t think we are ever done decluttering, we bring things in our houses and eventually they no longer serve us and we need to get rid of them eventually.
Kudos darling! 💜👍
Awesome! Inspirational as always! So maybe not a coat rack, those can get cluttered easy. What about a hall tree? They have the hooks with a bench? Decorative pillows or something on bench then? I love the rustic ones, but they have to stay tidy and clean! I ADORE Karrie Lynn! She has two channels; her DIY and her cleaning. She is always doing some sort of furniture makeover. You should collab with her!
Yes I follow both of her channels. I love her videos. I would LOVE to do a collab with her but I’d never ask her. She has a much bigger following than me and typically TH-camrs will do collabs to help promoted each other’s channels. I would clearly win in that circumstance 😂
I bought a really nice coat rack but I hate it. I feel even if not over filled it makes the room look cluttered. I am a ladybug (Cas) and I like my storage hidden. You have done amazing work!
Looking good! I'd move that cabinet to the other wall, hang a mirror above it or a painting. Put maybe some decorative pieces on the top, with maybe a candle or a wax warmer. Thank you for sharing 🥰
Thank you Wanda. Great suggestions ❤️
I personally wouldn't get the coat rack as they look slightly cluttered to me, I did have the idea that the green cabinet you have along the half wall would look great if you moved it to the wall you were going to put the coat rack on, and then put a mirror above it! I also wanted to thank you, I am a military spouse and with the condition of the world right now I've been having a very stressful and upsetting day, and this video gave me 30 minutes of peace and a way to distract myself. I appreciate you and your contagious happy energy (:
Thank you Allyssa ❤️
I’m so happy I could distract for a short time.
Hi Jodi. Another great video!
I don’t normally like to give my opinion on someone else’s decorating, but you asked for our opinion. I wouldn’t get a coat rack because even though there won’t be clutter in your foyer anymore, I think the coat rack and “all” it brings with it, will make it look cluttered.
Of course, that’s just my humble opinion.
Can’t wait for the next room. 😃
Thank you so much for sharing Angeles ❤️
You are probably right! And we all know I already have an issue with clutter 🤣
Lol!!! Jodi!! I'm a ladybug also. I love Cass she has helped me soooooo much. Your doing a great job with your tranformation!
Me too!! Learning my organization type was a game changer for me ❤️
Amazing progress! Enjoy watching your channel and love your laugh
I visualized that half cabinet on the other side where you plan to put the coat rack.
I enjoy your decluttering videos. And you remind me of Kevin’s mom in Home Alone😊.
Thank you Maria ❤️
OMG that transformation is amazing! I love it! I felt so sad when a family member said it was too cluttered and took Christmas away from you :( Sorry that happened ,you are a very strong person so forgive that. Now off to declutter and clean something in my house :) Thanks for sharing
You’re so sweet Jenni! Don’t even worry. I can’t control what others say or how they act but I can control how I react ❤️
So I am lurking for some time now. But I wanted to say; I really love your videos. Inspiring and super motivating. Really I get up everytime and work on a space myself while watching you.
And on a side note.... you are so dang pretty. I think this everything you smile at the camera.
Oh my gosh you have no idea how happy that makes me!! Thank you for sharing and I’m so happy to know we are decluttering together ❤️
I would turn the half walls into planter boxes, but I also have over 35 houseplants in a 2 bedroom apartment so take that as you will
Hi Jody. I just love your videos & stories about you & your family. I would love to have your Grandfather clock, it's beautiful. We have a wall one not as pretty but love to hear it chime! I think those half walls should use the space for plants maybe book shelves or take them out all together & make it all open. I think your foyer is beautiful & you make it your way. Love your videos & joy for life & improving to make your home 🏡 beautiful. Also those soon to be hosting again family holidays! Love your laugh 😃! ♥️
Shari I just adore my grandfather clock. I bet yours is beautiful too. For me I just love hearing the chimes ❤️❤️
Yes it seems they were built as planters. I guess that was popular in the 70’s when my house was built.
@@jodidunnmymessylife1847 Hi Jodi, yes I love my clock when it chimes. ⏰️ I can't wait to watch your next video. You take care! ♥️
Started with the basement declutter 1 & 2. Been working my way backwards. You are pretty amazing. Tom is totally amazed with what you start with and what you end up with 👍
Thank you 🥰🥰
I would definitely use the half walls for plants
I'm so happy about your beautiful and clear spaces!
Thank you! I am as well ❤️
I enjoy your attitude about it all.! I love to clean and organize so it looks fun to me but I help people who struggle. You are fun to watch thanks
Thank you Melinda ❤️
Decluttered the linen closet in my house today! I’ve been enjoying these videos so much and love when you share with us
Looking good. I’d paint the tops of the storage and leave them empty unless in need of storage. If so then put seasonal things in there (hats, mittens, etc). I’d also move the green furniture piece to the other side of the door. The coat rack would be another place for things to accumulate. Only get if need coat storage otherwise let it be for now.
Thanks Michelle ❤️
Great job Jodi. Looks amazing.
This is satisfying to watch lol. Great job Jodi 😊
Great job! Love your floors, you have a beautiful home!
I love grandfather clocks and would truly love to have one. I love clocks of any type and watches too. Hugs 💕🐨🦘🧸
Leah my grandfather clock recently broke and I’m just devastated. I have to try to find someone that can possibly fix if. But it’s hard to find now a days. I remember as a kid having a few clock shops locally but they are all gone now
Yes so happy for more of these videos I really enjoy these videos I declutter and then I think what could I get rid of in that room yet So never ending to decluttering Thank you Jodi for all your inspiration to get me moving on decluttering So rewarding seeing ending results
Girl Friend, you got this. You are amazing. I love how true full. I wish you could know how inspiring you are.. it looks wonderful. Lol lol. You make my day.😎💙😎💙😎💙
Thank you Sondra ❤️
Cleaning decluttering and organizing is a mental therapy for me so i am watching this channel. Like your effort
Yes to the coat rack. :) Love watching Carry as well. Congratulations on your clean spaces! Can't wait to see more changes. I love listening to your voice instead of music. So many TH-camrs play the same songs (I know it's limited) but I prefer the talking. :)
Just what I needed. Huge respect for you for sharing this. Thank you 💓
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You may consider lining the inside of that area where the paint spilled, with DT wall tiles? Looks amazing my friend xo👍👍👍👍👍
I'm so happy for u! ...and so proud of u to be motivated to do it!
Thank you Jennifer 🤗🤗🤗
Years ago those were for plants but I never saw them with a cover on it
I'm so happy for you.
My late paternal grandmother used to have a grandfather clock, i hated it!! Can't sleep with noise kinda GF!!
yay, Donna Jean!! If i had more mopp-able spaces, I'd definitely have an o cedar spin mop!! 💯🎉🎊🙌🙌😂😂😳
#apartment life!!
#someday
#goals!!
I think a coat rack would be awesome in the corner!!
Lee the o cedar mop is pretty cool. I have yet to use it during a full mop because as soon as Donna sees it she comes running 😂
You did really good Wow. It look amazing you can add a rug and plant. I would move the piece of furniture in the living room. 👍👍
Thanks Delores ❤️
Love a grandfather clock and the green hutch. You are amazing on this journey of decluttering your home.
Thank you so much 🤗🤗
Consider moving green cabinet on opposite wall with mirror above. I find coat trees messy looking and instead would invest in buying mirror to install over cabinet. Great job on decluttering.
Thanks Joanne ❤️
You are so positive!! It's so nice to hear, thank you! Everything looks great! I enjoyed this video.
Thank you so much Mandy ❤️❤️
I am so proud of you and your hard work!!
Thank you so much April ❤️
You never disappoint us Jodi. Thank you for another great decluttering video. I absolutely love grandfather clocks and what a perfect spot for yours in the foyer.
Last week I managed to reorganize my linen closet and what an awesome feeling. I must have opened the linen closet door at least 4 or 5 times a day last week just to stare at it, lol! It was soooo clean!!!😂Thanks to you 2022 will be my year of getting my house in shape and my budget on track🙆♀️ looking forward to your next video!🙋🏻♀️
Cathy isn’t it awesome to see what you accomplished ❤️
I do the same thing! Stare at an area several times in awe of the transformation 😂
Just recently found your channel. I have been binging all of your old videos and have been loving them! Sending good vibes from Farmington, MI. 💜
Thank you so much RVMomma ❤️❤️
I have been putting wallpaper stickers on as a backsplash in my kitchen. Found some fun stickers 12 X 18” at Dollar Tree for $1.25 apiece, so it has been an inexpensive project. Of course, this also means that I am deep cleaning and decluttering the counters, as well. My husband and I are liking how it looks so far.
Oh my gosh Lisa that sounds so fun and I bet it looks great!
It does! Sorry I can’t figure out how to share a picture here. Thank you!
Love the grandfather clock.
It’s my favorite ❤️❤️
Good morning Jodi, keep up the amazing job you continue to do. Love your energy and motivation. Have a wonderful day!
Thank you Doris ❤️
Those half walls are the coolest ever!
Yes Jodi!! Another job tackled! You are so awesome, sweet lady! So...I am STILL working on my office slash craft room. We moved into this house almost 4 years ago and it is probably half the size of our last house. It has been brutal for me to go through and downsize all the stuff that we brought over to this house! There are stacks and piles that take up most of our garage.....yikes! I did get alot sorted and donated over this past summer but....oy vey.....there is still so much to go through! I know I will get there! You motivate me more than I can put into words! Your sweet face and your ...hello! Hello! HELLO! brings me much needed smiles! Thank you for that! Cant wait to see what you have in store for next week! Sending you so many hugs!~ Cat from Colorado
Hey! You could definitely put DVDs and CDs in your little spaces in the walls!!! Or your liquor.
Girl, I love you SO Much!!, Your videos make me So happy 😊. Miss Gus!! That Big Dog!! ❤ Your house is looking Great!
Awe thank you Melissa ❤️❤️❤️
Wooooooohoooooooo it looks great girl 💛💛
Wat a beautiful piece of furniture !!!!
No coat rack!! You just decluttered your coat closet. lol
Great job on the entry. It is so spacious and welcoming.
Thank you Chandra ❤️
Great job! I've been decluttering too. Little by little. I have always wanted a coat rack! Get it!!
Awesome Yvonne 👏👏👏
Your foyer (we pronounce it for-yay, very posh!) looks terrific. You have lovely flooring!