21. What I DECLUTTERED for a SOFT + SIMPLE life.

[@isobelsmith6999]

"Bonded leather is quite literally from the bottom of the barrel. Leftover scraps of leather are shredded and ground to a near pulp, then bonded together onto a fiber sheet using polyurethane or latex." I looked into it some years ago when my shoes started to peel. I was shocked and disappointed! It's also used for bags and "leather" furniture. Love the slippers, and the roses are exquisite 😊

[@patriciamycyk]

That explains a lot. 💜I'm still baffled by why it suddenly started falling apart though! Like all at once 😆

[@szfrj]

Thanks for the inspiration to declutter for ‘energetic’ reasons. I’ve had a very traumatic experience earlier in the year when I suffered a miscarriage and i happened to be wearing one on my absolute favourite outfits when I was rushed into hospital. Nothing has changed about the pieces, they are still perfect and beautiful but I really need to let go of the bad energy. The Eastern European in me says ‘but they are still good! 🙈 your video was like a permission to let it go. Thanks!!

[@patriciamycyk]

I'm so sorry to hear that. I'm happy you found some comfort in this video.💜

[@amberp5207]

I’ve had some traumatic experiences in some of my clothes as well. I finally came to the conclusion that I had to let them go for my own peace. I promise you won’t regret it. When I do know that I have some control over a situation that may cause me trauma, such as court, a funeral etc… I literally have a black blazer that I wear & I also wear all black. I know that blazer is for when I have to deal with very negative things. It actually doesn’t bother me to have it in my closet, bc that blazer has a purpose. I understand what it’s like to lose a baby. I’m very sorry for your pain & suffering.

[@sandramaki7819]

FYI that black jacket is definitely not leather. It is PVC. I had a similar jacket and it was fine for quite a while but when it started to peel, it went everywhere. Leather will never do what you showed which is why I consider it a sustainable material. Best to get secondhand vintage leather. Great video! ❤

[@carolynm.8868]

Patricia, I have been enjoying your videos for years. It’s been interesting watching your personal and wardrobe evolution. Green is my all-time favorite color and I found the shade of your sweater jarring every time I saw it. Looking forward to your soft era. Thank you for sharing your life and being such an inspiration.

[@kflecha1]

Amazing reflection Patricia ❤ Thank you for sharing with us ❤

[@patriciamycyk]

Thank you for watching! 💜

[@NoDecaf7]

Oh wow, the purple! Such a change from the black and white we've been seeing lately but still makes sense with the items you have ❤❤ Thank you for this beautiful video.

[@patriciamycyk]

💜💜💜

[@mansoor3159]

Thank you so so much Patricia for Another Amazing and Beautiful Videl.Thank you for always being such a Beautiful, inspiring,and wonderful KZbinr.I wish you have a blessed blessed week ahead 🥹🥹💗💗

[@patriciamycyk]

Thank you, beautiful! 💜

[@Lu_Na_LoVe]

I enjoyed this video. It reminds me of your videos from back in 2017 💕

[@Lin-1785]

I enjoyed all of this very much. The first few minutes were a poetic and fantastic message, and the thought process of a practiced declutterer and artist continues to be inspiring and helpful.

[@patriciamycyk]

Wonderful! I’m happy you enjoyed it. 💜

[@nanacole2009]

I worked with seocndhand-clothes for decades - faux leather always starts to peel off...

[@lizasoliman723]

i'm pretty sure it's a pu leather but you can test a flake by putting it to flame. if it melts it's plastic

[@pattysperfectday5397]

Another terrific video. I get so excited to see a video from you! I am looking forward to watching the Patreon video for my reward after hosting Thanksgiving dinner.

[@patriciamycyk]

OOh! Happy Thanksgiving! Glad I can help 😎

[@MelonCrumble]

I cant wait to reach this stage of declutterring- the mindful stage must be the most rewarding! Thank you for your focus on your philosophy on this. Such a shame to lose the coffee table. Could you Kintsugi the top cracks and place the top on cinder bricks or a metal ottoman?

[@annmariespaulding6926]

💜is your color! Gary should love your new “fuzzies” hopefully not too much💜

[@trishalou592]

Its called bonded leather.

[@suzieq390]

I always loved your minimalism videos. Where is the cement look coffee table from pls. I love this and the flowers. Also the lounge brand.? Thanks.

[@TheLifeTidy]

I have a pair of leather knee high boots doing the exact same thing as your jacket. It is weird. I guess if I decide to get another pair of leather boots going forward, I will look for some that seem to be leather through and through. The things we learn as we go, right??

[@patriciamycyk]

🥲Live and learn.

[@chrisoulalakkas7935]

It is impossible to live a pleasant life without living wisely and well and justly. And it is impossible to live wisely and well and justly without living a pleasant life. Epicurus

[@kathyesargent9088]

❤❤❤❤❤happy Thanksgiving

[@carolynm.8868]

Pink mirror ?

[@sannak9617]

❤🙏

[@patriciamycyk]

💜💜💜

[@kathyesargent9088]

Give Gary a hug and kiss for me❤

[@patriciamycyk]

💜💜💜

[@szfrj]

❤

[@dawncanonico]

I enjoyed this video. Added a little “Labyrinth” music ❤. It’s been a pleasure watching you over the years evolve.

[@patriciamycyk]

💜💜💜

[@mylittlesuitcase1755]

It's not leather - you were ripped off.