Being productive | Fixed six things that bugged me for a year

[@ijaen]

These tiny adjustments make your home feel complete. Everything looks spot on. Congrats, your place is awesome.

[@BenitaLarsson]

They do add the finishing touch!✨

[@tinalemna7998]

I cannot believe you had something that was a perfect fit around your refrigerator! It looks great too! All your fixes look great. 🙌🏻

[@BenitaLarsson]

I was amazed that all it took was moving the brackets a tiny bit!

[@VelvetandToads]

You’re so right to tackle those things. They have an insidious way of accumulating otherwise!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Yes, just get them done!🙌🏻

[@yassmeen91]

I honestly enjoy all your videos no matter what they are about . they are always well thought out and nicely presented and calm but not boring ♥️

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!😊

[@ladyflimflam]

Always feels good to fix the little annoyances. I’ve always valued that gap by the fridge as a place to store a stepladder. I also have a clipboard with the schedule for occasional chores hanging on that side of the fridge.

[@BenitaLarsson]

I tried putting something there but it just wasn't wide enough to be of any use to me unfortunately. The ironing board or step ladder would have been perfect!

[@kimbwf629]

What a great use of space!

[@AWanderingEye]

Makes me ask for my own life: what price I pay for procrastination Thanks for showing your results

[@BenitaLarsson]

Yeah, the little things that you can do fairly quickly, just do them!🙌🏻

[@Lauren.Evelyn]

From one OCD organising obsessed woman to another; thank you for your beautifully aesthetic, satisfying channel. Sending greetings from Australia! :)

[@clairemccarty884]

As always a great video. Started my own list now. How great that the piece of wood fitted perfectly x

[@BenitaLarsson]

I couldn't believe it when it just fit so perfectly! Enjoy checking off that list!

[@HelenSch]

I just love your videos! After watching all I wanna do is just go fixing something, purging or just organize something. I love it!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Haha, I love it!

[@adagioborntrager4456]

I love how you’re able to work through why things bother you and accept that those simple accomplishments will change a lot💕

[@BenitaLarsson]

Changing the littlest things do make such a big difference🙌🏻

[@shojinryori]

I’m partial to a nice box, too!

[@dinaoreilly9483]

I enjoy the simplicity of your style, the video format and your approach to life....calm, measured and thoughtful...really enjoy them....

[@BenitaLarsson]

That make me so happy to hear!

[@irishcladdagh3]

Oh yes!!! I have a big move come march so since last year Ive been tackling the little things on my days off...including calls Ive put off organizing my shredd pile that will get done once I move declutter electronics organize my tiny tool box and so on...its been the best when the little things no longer exist yet make room for maybe new lil things that can arise....I LOVED YOUR BOX 👍 Great video LOVE THIS CHANNEL 💜

[@BenitaLarsson]

Ooh, have fun with the move! I love moving!

[@irishcladdagh3]

@@BenitaLarsson OMG Me too....I think we may be the only ones who do 😂

[@grksher]

Absolutely love your videos!! I have been a fan of your since your blog years ago. Your attention to detail is so amazing!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!😊

[@bodytechnician8507]

you're right, it's often the little things that keep us awake at night!! Well done. Great start to the new year, fixing small things indicate that the bigger problems have gone.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Yes, that’s such a good way to think about it!

[@juliahurford9722]

I like this. Using creative thinking has sparked joy!

[@paulmarca1]

I really like your videos. They relax me a lot. They're a joy to watch 👌🏻

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much! I’m so happy to hear that!

[@mtm00]

Your home is as beautiful as you are; thank you for sharing your creativity with us. 💗

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much 😊

[@youzhenzhang8415]

Yay! So happy for you! It must be so relieving to finally get those annoyances fixed. It's the little things, for sure :) I'm partial to nice boxes too! My dad is always away for business trips but when he visits he always brings really nice treats as a souvenir, little breads and cookies. They come in pretty and sturdy boxes, so I use them as storage at my desk and drawers :) Thank you for including the transcript in description, I used it to follow along! :D

[@jeanneding]

Wow! You're amazing! Love the creativity, ideas and how hands-on you are. Inspirational!

[@suzyb148]

As usual a wonderful video, if only I could find more vlogs with similar contact and aesthetic. Thanks for the inspiring content

[@suzyb148]

Sorry lol I meant content

[@BenitaLarsson]

I've just now added a list of some of my personal favorite KZbinrs in the sidebar on my channel home page if you'd like to take a look! Maybe there's one you haven't watched before.

[@suzyb148]

Thanks I am subscribed to all except one, but good selections! I will check the one out, thanks for sharing and your response

[@ChaoticShelly]

Oh my god, I love what you did with the leather and the handles, super clever! We have a very small pantry in our rental, and I obviously can't drill any holes and attach a rack or shelves to the door to utilise the space further. I was able to find an over the door wire basket and bought three of them. Husband took off the hooks off two of the baskets for me and I attached them together with zip ties. Now I have 3 baskets to use on the door for spices and any other items that previously took over shelves in the pantry, and I have so much more space. Little fixes like those you showed here are so simple to do, and sometimes take the longest to get to, as well! haha

[@BenitaLarsson]

That sound like a perfect solution!

[@colleenklaassen8931]

Benita, I am really enjoying your series of videos on minimalism. I have been so inspired that I find myself decluttering constantly. If I am standing looking in a cupboard, it's an excellent opportunity to purge. Thank you for your inspiration. I am a very visual person of the creative nature. So things pile up quite quickly. Even I find it annoying. If you had any tips for people that are visual like I am, please share. Thank you again.

[@susanbuckley2915]

Great video as usual. Love that you did all the work yourself and used what you already had!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thanks so much!

[@julimond1526]

Just recently discovered your channel and binge watched all of your videos last weekend (except for the easter and christmas ones though -LOL). I really love your style and the way you organize things. Keep doing what you're doing and show us more!!! Viele Grüße aus Deutschland von der Juli

[@BenitaLarsson]

Vielen Dank, Juli, es freut mich!

[@NdnUrbanCat]

Brilliant! Fixing the little things is a big deal. Well done.👏

[@BenitaLarsson]

It’s such a nice feeling when they’re done!

[@kimbwf629]

It is true small things can be so annoying. Great work, lovely space.

[@BenitaLarsson]

And such easy fixes 🙌🏻

[@angelakneller2880]

Love your videos. Always enjoy watching them.

[@BenitaLarsson]

That makes me very happy!

[@CloudsOfWinter]

Yes! New video from Benita! :) Amazing how the wooden bar matches the space perfectly! Now I'm curious reading through your old blog haha - I'm glad that it reminded you of an old habit. Take care and see you in the next one!

[@BenitaLarsson]

That wooden bar did match so perfectly!🙌🏻

[@cynthiablessing]

You are so meticulously organized, I love it!

[@kathleenbarron7654]

Leather is such a great idea! Fewer finger prints and an awesome aesthetic. Cords are my nemesis.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Aren’t cords just the worst?!

[@mamaloveshertrio5486]

Great video. I need to write a list of jobs! Could I ask for a future video from you? The classic ‘what’s in my bag’. I’d love to see what you think is important in your everyday, off to work bag. Many thanks. 😊

[@BenitaLarsson]

Ooh, I love that idea! I’ll make a note of it!

[@pj101]

Yes this video was very similar to your blog. Brilliant job!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much 😊

[@kimmylinscott3560]

I loved your blog and still refer back to it for inspiration now and then. But I have to say your videos are amazing. Thank you for continuing to share. 😊

[@BenitaLarsson]

Aww, thank you so much!

[@JustCallMeAnnie]

Love that you kept that wooden box all that time & then found the perfect use for it! 👏👏😁

[@BenitaLarsson]

It came in so handy and I kind of knew it would one day but I do limit the number of items they I keep “just in case”.

[@BeatrizFCO]

OMG! I was suggested this video and immediately recognized your name! I used to love and read every post you made on your old blog! I'm so glad I found you again!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Welcome to my channel!

[@tinekejoldersma]

First thing I did way back in my new houses. Painting the new house beige in white and replace all beige light switches to white ones

[@BenitaLarsson]

Great minds think alike!

[@marieavila7100]

You inspired me to clean my closet and every item has a place now. It is so nice to go in there and get dressed in the morning. Before it was full of items and I had piled things that didn't fit in a pile. Now they have been donated and I have all the same hangers. So much nicer

[@BenitaLarsson]

Yay for you!

[@kimboston5431]

Oh my the little box to fit over your wires & to sit your router on in your bedroom is perfection! And the strip of wood beside your fridge are you kidding me how perfect! See it’s the little things that make us happy! 😊 I also didn’t realize you could spray paint the light switches! And I would have never thought to put them in a box to spray them! Another great idea!! Your videos are so great & they always give me such great motivation to work on my little home!! Hope your kitties are well! Waiting for your next video!! 😽💗😽

[@BenitaLarsson]

It really is the little things!🙌🏻

[@reistopf]

well done! I believe that was really satisfying after finishing. Thanks for sharing and greetings from Berlin.

[@BenitaLarsson]

So satisfying to check them off one by one!

[@reistopf]

@@BenitaLarsson actually i have a question: you have two cats but i don't see any 'cat furniture 'around, like a cat tree etc. i also have two and i am always looking for inspiration to build my own since most of the stuff is just sooo ugly or ridiculously expensive. so if you have any ideas or know swedish brands for inspiration please let me know. Thanks!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Mira Schulz My cats can go outside so I don’t really feel the need for cat trees and such. I did look before I moved in to see if there is anything nice and came across a style/brand called Vesper www.google.se/search?q=cat+tree+vesper&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&hl=sv-se&client=safari Not sure where it’s from but it’s the nicest one I’ve seen.

[@bum7201]

The box and picture frame are magic!!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Yay! Thank you so much!

[@111-x5x]

Nice home improvements Benita. You are a wizz Handywoman. Kind greetings from Zurich.

[@BenitaLarsson]

I do love me a good diy!

[@patriciad.7309]

Hi Benita, all your little fixes worked out really well, very inspiring, thanks!

[@BenitaLarsson]

They did turn out well if I do say so myself 😀

[@OffRoadsLiving]

You did such a great job Benita! Happy 2020!! Love from Israel.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!

[@gkreyl8700]

I'm a bit of a perfectionist like you, and those little things annoy me. So satisfying when we finally get around to fixing them. Would love an updated overall apartment tour, now that you have been there a year. Happy 2020 Benita! Thanks again for sharing.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you! I’ll make a note of that!

[@rosaseay7218]

I love all the upgrades! Brilliant! :)

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much 😊

[@VarhallaGoska]

Very productive and motivating video! :) It will be my plan for the weekend - to fix some things, that annoying me in my house

[@BenitaLarsson]

I’m so glad you enjoyed it!😊

[@lynnmarney4839]

Well done nothing more satisfying than doing the small jobs

[@BenitaLarsson]

Love checking stuff off!

[@ruthsandersasmallfishingvi2889]

Love this, looking around my home in Australia to those things that annoy me and fixing them. 💕

[@BenitaLarsson]

Yes, do it! You won't regret it!

[@ixelrus]

Thank you for your video. Loved your solutions. It's and inspiration to look for solutions on my own home.

[@BenitaLarsson]

I’m so glad you think so!

[@lovelyday234]

A joy video to watch, so inspiring ! I will go fixing my things now. ❤👏💪

[@Lisa-yg9tn]

The handles for the mirrored armoire are so clever.

[@BenitaLarsson]

They turned out well I have to admit 😊

[@martha4136]

You are so creative, great job on all things!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!

[@debbiefromillinois532]

Great video Benita! 💕 You came up with some clever solutions. 👍🏻👏🏻👍🏻👏🏻

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you! Very happy to cross those off!

[@UghUgh1234]

For the cabinet doors in your bedroom, you could hang a wreath hanger on the doors too!

[@BenitaLarsson]

The cabinet doors are quite slim and i couldn’t find an over door hanger that was slim enough.

[@mitar.antasarifirmansyah6069]

Benita. I'm from Indonesia. And your home is my dreaming!

[@dianeyoung8068]

Little creative solutions..brilliant.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!

[@doris8588]

Hi Benita, how did you fix the box under your router ? Thank you for this video

[@BenitaLarsson]

It’s not fixed. It just sits on top of the tallest part. It’s very light weight.

[@mstinasugar]

Something about this video is so relaxing lmao

[@hensimoli013]

I was a huge fan of your blog and am loving your channel.

[@BenitaLarsson]

I’m so happy to hear that!

[@Kate42]

Genius ideas and the best part is that you had everything already available in your home. I love what you have done with the fridge. Really a great idea and it looks professionally done. As for the box hiding all of your internet wires, what do you think about painting it white? Of course, it already looks great!

[@BenitaLarsson]

It did turn out pretty well! As for the box, I think I’ll keep it wood as I have other wooden accents in that room so in the grand scheme it makes more sense.

[@Kate42]

@@BenitaLarsson Sounds great!

[@JustCallMeAnnie]

Wow! The light switches look brand new now!

[@benixmaximus]

I'm curious about how you apply minimalism to other areas of your life such as finance, phone/computer, career, health/fitness etc. Would love to see some content on how you organise these other areas of your life.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Great idea! I’ll add it to my list if video ideas! Thanks!

[@benixmaximus]

@@BenitaLarsson it would be great if you can make videos more frequently. I enjoy them a lot

[@BenitaLarsson]

Ben Wales I wish I could but I work full time and only have weekends and evenings to shoot and edit.

[@barbaravoneitzen7729]

I’m new to your channel. I’m enjoying what I’ve seen so far.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!

[@karenmcc2197]

Enjoyable as always!

[@BenitaLarsson]

That makes me happy to hear!

[@maryngshwuling9916]

It is good to be productive 🌻

[@cindyperez5840]

Every time you post a video makes want to be like you!!!!!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@BenitaLarsson]

Ha, you’re the sweetest!

[@user-xo4tm4qr1m]

Great inspiration! And very easy to replicate. Thank you.

[@BenitaLarsson]

I’m so happy you think so!

[@jennybanana2296]

very clever ideas! But most of all I like your Nijntje lamp! so cute!

[@BenitaLarsson]

She is so cute and has the best dimmed light too!

[@jolitama1634]

Thank you so much!!! How I love it!! 😍

[@BenitaLarsson]

I’m so happy to hear that 😊

[@jasminakovacic1666]

Efficient as usual 💪. Thank you

[@BenitaLarsson]

Yes, getting it done! :)

[@Editbyhelen]

Can you do a video on plant shopping?

[@BenitaLarsson]

Do you mean on buing house plants?

[@staceyabbott9664]

I could watch your videos all day long.........

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much for watching!😊

[@cherrykindstedt7051]

10yrs later the beautiful box came in handy!! It makes me want to become a hoarder hehe

[@BenitaLarsson]

Oh no!

[@merychan13]

I really like the new leather handles!

[@BenitaLarsson]

They turned out pretty well!

[@ijaen]

What jacket are you wearing in this video? I know someone who would love that. She loves cotton/fleece light parkas!

[@BenitaLarsson]

It’s from Lululemon from a few years ago but I was never able to find a link for it.

[@elyjane8316]

I find command strips and other such products very useful.

[@BenitaLarsson]

I'm always amazed at how much they can hold!

[@candidcoral]

Hej Benita! Får jag fråga vilken sprayfärg du använde till eluttagen? Skulle uppskatta svar :)

[@BenitaLarsson]

Jag testade ett par olika och jag tror att den som finns på Clas Ohlson var bäst. Spraya med grundfärg först!

[@elizabethkosmetatou5367]

Hi Benita. How did you affix the box up on the wall?

[@BenitaLarsson]

Over the sockets? I just hung it over without attachments.

[@liatori6214]

Nice Inspiration!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!

[@ellehanley]

All great ideas! 😃

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!

[@eily_b]

I love the leather handles on your cabinet. You could place some "mt casa shade" biiig washi tape for windows on it to cover up the mirror. 😉 People often call me crazy when I am fixing this little eyesores in my apartment or asking someone if they know a solution for it. A lot of people don't even see stuff like that but I also need to fix these kind of little annoying things around my flat. I still haven't figured out a pretty solution for my bedroom curtains. I have an ugly wire solution that bends due to old walls and I didn't find something I really would like to have. Pretty much invisible and minimalist. Most of the curtain hanging solutions are ugly af. 🤨 Still hoping to find something one day.

[@BenitaLarsson]

I did consider a giant sticker/frosted film but then if I got a single bubble, that would annoy me even more than a fingerprint :). And also I broke the mirror on the other wall the other day so now I actually need the mirrored doors...

[@eily_b]

@@BenitaLarsson Sure. A woman needs a decent mirror. 👍😉

[@silenceradiostation]

Where did you buy the wardrobe handles?

[@BenitaLarsson]

I got them at a store in Stockholm called Lundell&Zetterberg.

[@ebruservi]

Hey,benita ,loves from TURKEY😘😘

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!

[@itsalmostfriday3392]

I love watching your videos. Will you be posting new videos soon?

[@BenitaLarsson]

I hope to post a new one tonight! Stay tuned!

[@PowerGuyCgn]

Nice relaxing Music fits to the topic

[@missysanders83]

I love all of your videos! Actually , you can't put them out fast enough for me😁. Great job on all.your projects!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Aww, thank you! I wish I had more time to work on them!

[@angelakneller2880]

Just that you do them at all is enough!!!! U add something different to all the other videos about minimalism that are out there x and I love it x

[@prakaashmeenaa]

Liked before watching, I enjoy watching your videos.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much 😊

[@damientrescartes3906]

I really like the "tips" videos.

[@casna7569]

All are DIY, bravo!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Yes, I do love me a diy!

[@anthonytrevino341]

One more thing. Who’s the guitar player in the background playing live as you do the videos? Is it your son? I love it! 🤔..... Have a great week!

[@BenitaLarsson]

It’s not my son, he does play though. The artist is linked in the description to the video!

[@anthonytrevino341]

Yeah, as I was watching the video I was thinking, hmmm....... it could be live! You never know! But I knew it wasn’t! 😂 Have a great day! That’s cool he plays. 👍

[@tracymckenna8456]

I love your videos. I think I'll start and attack my own list.

[@BenitaLarsson]

I’m so happy to hear that! Enjoy checking off your list!

[@lifesso]

What's the rabbit at 1.25?

[@BenitaLarsson]

Its a Miffy/Nijntje lamp.

[@lifesso]

@@BenitaLarsson yes.. Sweet nijntje! Nice.. A lamp.. Know a present for my niece now.. Thanks

[@cattymeowpuss]

Good video. Love Maureen from the UK XXX

[@BenitaLarsson]

I'm so glad you like it!

[@crazyminecrafter14]

Benita, place your fridge back, a fridge needs 5cm on all sides to allow it to release warmth, unless otherwise specified. Great vid nonetheless 😉

[@Dongonzales123]

I thought it's only at the back where the radiator is

[@Karincl7]

Simply the back is ok ... no need on the sides

[@L3enaa_]

In Germany we call this "Mach-deine-Scheisse-Tag" @fynnkliemann

[@BenitaLarsson]

Toll! Da hab ich wirklich meine Scheiße gemacht 🙌🏻

[@wonderingsanna]

Haha, att det ska sitta så hårt : ) det där med att få tummarna ur å göra de där små sakerna som retar en hemma och som en lägger energi på å så tar det bara ett par få minuter att åtgärda.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Eller hur! Bara gört' liksom!

[@momof2momof2]

You own your apartment? Well done on all of your projects ! :) tfs

[@BenitaLarsson]

I do! There’s almost no rental market here in Stockholm.

[@jadestone8552]

First time here, gonna hang around!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Yay, that make me very happy!

[@olivewakeling-wren2359]

It’s just a matter of getting around to doing those small things. Sometimes we spend more time staring at irritating things than it would take to fix it. I know I do.