chatty organizing 👚 accountability partner checks in after 6 weeks 👗

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[@SpaceMakerMethod]

Should Dani sell the last of her clothes or donate them? What do you guys think?

[@lucyoconnor4562]

Donate donate donate. Get it all out of the apartment and free herself from it as quickly as possible. Partly what exacerbated my previous clutter situation was "one day when I have time I will......". That's my advice, get it out and gone. Huge well done to Dani and great work you too. Wishing you both the very best 😊

[@lucyoconnor4562]

P.s. belated Happy Birthday Dani 🎉 be proud of yourself. What you've done is tough and huge for you. Be patient with yourself and keep plugging away. You deserve a calm warm hug when you get home every day. You deserve a home that serves you.

[@rebeccablaszczyk8081]

Donate!

[@user-mu3xk7ie2t]

Donate

[@am63607]

Donate 😊

[@katieallen3927]

I would advise her to donate as long as she doesn’t need the money as the progress of getting it out of the house quickly will be very beneficial.

[@kristinestocker]

I agree! And I've heard others on KZbin say they don't bother to sell unless the item is worth more than $50 or $100.

[@suleyilmaz82]

agree with this!

[@jff3490]

Donate the clothes and get them out of the house. Peace of mind is priceless.

[@eileen1165]

Since Dani has lost her job and might need the extra money, I would advise her to count the extra clothes, take a quarter of the best of them to sell, and donate the rest. Love you both! ❤❤

[@melissaandreag]

That’s a great idea!

[@eileen1165]

@@melissaandreag Thanks! 😊

[@pameladelancey5834]

I would donate because the mental peace of seeing a clear space is priceless!!❤❤❤

[@WellEditedCo]

I agree! Donate and free up the space and your mind for your new pursuits, Dani.

[@katsspace4688]

💯

[@sharonsomers5513]

So sorry you lost your job. You have done amazing job decluttering. It’s nice you can have a room for your closet now.

[@KiraCatlady]

I would put the decluttered clothes into two piles: One small one for clothes that could sell very well and the second one for donation. If the clothes don't sell within a month, donate them too.

[@twocats2many]

Reseller here. I always recommend trying to sell items either individually or in lots. You might enjoy the process. But if you don't have the space to keep them hung, folded, pet hair, and odor free just let them go. Your space and mental health is important. Good luck with everything!

[@chowfurnowmeow]

I love Dani bc she's such an inspiration - there are times when she goes down, but she picks herself back up and keeps going. I really get encouraged when I see her transform her house. My place was REALLY just as 'crazy' and evertime I need a pick me up inspiration, I watch you and Dani.

[@janetlewton6190]

You just spoke for a lot of us ❤

[@daniellecomeau2996]

Im so sorry to hear that Dani lost her job. You can tell she is an amazing teacher. Best of luck on your search!

[@Lucinda_Jackson]

Unless Dani REALLY needs the money, I vote for donating it. Selling is a very time-consuming extra job. Photographing, writing descriptions, packing and mailing, if necessary... And the cost of supplies for mailing cuts into her profit. Also, in the meantime while waiting for things to sell, all that stuff takes up a huge amount of space. Unless she has access to a free or very inexpensive booth at a flea market type of spot... Then I'd say do it and get what she can then donate whatever is left over. Getting it out of the house will be like a huge weight lifted! And her living room will feel enormous for awhile with that space regained. She'll have room to declutter her living room into the space she wants!

[@vcanadian1971]

🤣😂🤣❤️🐈 OMG. April’s face around Lucy. She’s one mean sassy little kitty.

[@adz5bneweng589]

Orange cat. My personal opinion, based upon experience...orange cats tend toward just a wee bit Crazy.

[@labradorite8256]

​@@adz5bneweng589🎯

[@reginaeudy9249]

I love Dani! I think she should try posting about 5 to 10 items of clothing and see how easy or hard it is for her to sell the clothes. Since her school is closing, it may be more important to her to sell the clothes. Not sure if she gets a break between school years, that might be a good time to process the posting of clothes for sale. Also as she goes through the clothes to sell she may pare them down more deciding some are not worth selling. Then if they don't sell in a certain amount of time donate them or take them to your clothes swap. Dani, good luck with your job hunt and in your decluttering!!!

[@daniphillips]

Thank you! 🥰

[@bevalexander5897]

2 things: I think Dani felt so much better when she ordered her birthday dress and the blouse. Look how light and happy both pieces are. They actually stood out on the rack!😄❤️ Also, the major thing I’ve learned from you April is start small. I have a terrible procrastination problem, that’s only gotten worse since retirement.😳 (There’s always tomorrow.) I have started splitting my big to-do’s into smaller jobs. Instead of tackling a whole deep clean of my kitchen, I start with my drawers. Then onto the upper cabinets. Then lower. Move on to the fridge. Stove is almost last because I hate cleaning it the most. Finally, scrub the floors. It takes 5-6 days, instead of a month of delaying and 1 1/2 days of misery. As for sell or donate? Unless there are items that are leather, or designer, etc. I would donate. Getting it out will be more beneficial that a few $$$ if/when they sell.

[@tamjg]

I've learned to do the same. 10 minutes here, 15 minutes there, and it's barely noticeable. And often a nice break from working online.

[@labradorite8256]

I've been watching so many decluttering videos and its amazing how that gets you moving. I'll put the screen down mid-video, open a drawer and start decluttering totally automatically! And yes a drawer, shelf, small category at a time. Hubby wants to do it all in one fell swoop so his never gets done. I'd love to do nothing else for a couple to weeks and just get it done, but without a team of people helping drag it away, it's too much.

[@cksquires]

Donate the clothing, reclaim the living room. Your job search is going to take much of your energy and time right now. I wish you nothing but the best!

[@Howulikethem23apples]

Team Donate! Maybe if there are a some high value items, she could sell those, but just a few and get them online asap with a selling deadline. Because my experience is that it takes a lot of time and effort and in this case, room in the house. Free space is a blessing, especially in times when there is a lot going on. And that mental and environmental clarity and space is worth more than anything. And will probably be more conducive in taking steps towards a new future work-wise than anything else 💗

[@MP-fk9em]

I personally would donate those items. The more items that are cleared out the better the energy in the room will feel🎉. Dani is awesome 👍🏻

[@user-vj6tt4jb9x]

Donate. Get the energy moving.

[@elerike]

Donate! Those clothes were being useless for a long time anyway. Get the space ! 😊

[@bethirwin7445]

Dani fans! ❤🎉 Love Dani’s clothes style & still wish we could shop together. Another vote for donate. Yes, the money would be great without income coming in, but the time it would take unless she finds a consignment seller will eat up the time she needs to find a new job.

[@Ann-vr1qr]

Looking good! Donate those extra clothes, Danni! Get them out so your spaces can continue to breathe.💖

[@dawnsfields]

I believe in this case donating all those cloths in one fell swoop will feel a lot more amazing than the money you will make from selling them.

[@SchiiFlight]

Dani reminds me so much of my longest friend who is also a teacher. I hope she has no issues finding new employment, she's a genuine light and any school would be lucky to have her. I say sell the better quality items while she's in this transitional period, and donate whatever is left when the new job comes through!

[@abundantlyinspired]

"Let it go, let it gooooo"😊❤❤As someone who always thinks "I can sell that" the hassle of photographing, listing and shipping is not worth the $$ compared to that instant "ahhhhhhh" feeling of calm that comes from just letting it go. Another GREAT day of decluttering and organizing by April and Dani. ❤🎉

[@Beulah5144]

It would be sweet if you could sell in a consignment store…clear the clothes out now & get money. I’m currently in the same process & was waiting to have a yard sale, but the longer I have the stuff the more I am tempted to just donate, so that I can move on. I agree that we need more options than a like button. Keep up the fantastic work April & Dani!

[@NewJerseyLaw]

Beautiful, kind, cooperative and sane! Who wouldn't love Dani?

[@n.c3690]

Dani is so authentic & real I love her ♥️♥️♥️

[@tessaeaton2442]

If you need the money then sell them, but remember this, you will only get a fraction of what you paid, you'll also get people trying to knock you down on the price, OR get them donated and really enjoy your space. Either way Dani you have done amazing and you are only just beginning. When your whole flat is done, your whole life will feel better.

[@susanxa8158]

Definitely donate. You will feel free once it's gone. I love the progress you are making. ❤

[@paulabears7882]

60% black, 30% blue and 10% beige makes my clothes easy to mix match

[@wendymartin4251]

Donate 💯. If you haven't started the selling process today, the cluttered sell piles will just sit there and begin to attract more clutter. By letting those potential sale piles go, you will free up so much more head space and most likely feel lighter overall.

[@GlamishMom]

Dani we do love you!!! 🥰 ❤

[@zsuzsannabak1530]

I'm Dani's fan too. I think she schould donate and just claim back space. That's what I did as well and felt liberating.

[@kaycee625]

Dani you’re such a natural, I love how straightforward you are. So happy that April revisited you. The cat, on the other hand, is disgusted that she’s back 😆😆😆

[@daniphillips]

She loves April a little more each day!

[@heatherflynn8725]

​@daniphillips you need to do videos of some type. Your personality is perfect for it!

[@crystalkissoon4514]

I love Dani, and I'm so happy she's experiencing so many positive changes in her home life. I wish her all the best on the job hunt.

[@user-rw8hv7qd7b]

Donate. So not worth the time and effort for not a lot of $. The feeling of getting it out of the house in one sweep and the space it creates will be amazing!

[@MsHGH1]

There is a 'best of both worlds' option for all those 'for sale' clothes, currently taking up a lot of space - she could take them to a consignment shop or a clothing reseller that will list on sale sites on her behalf.They will take a commission from the sale, but it offers the huge benefit of an instant declutter!

[@annascavezze616]

Of all the declutter videos I watch, you are my favorite, because you are so real and legit in you willingness to change. You really seem committed. Kudos to you. Love this about your videos. You may not know it, but you are helping many others come to terms with clutter.🤩🤩🤗 Less is truly more. Dani you are a Super Star. Keep up the good work.

[@daniphillips]

Thank you so much for the kind words! This project has been absolutely life changing for me, so to hear that it is helping others as well is just the icing on the cake. ❤️

[@DiannainSoCal]

Dani, you are amazing! Look at what you’ve accomplished! My suggestion is to donate the clothes and focus forward. You’ll be living in the past for years to go, if you try to sell everything. Add in the maintenance and administrative time needed, and packaging, unhappy buyers, etc. Give yourself the gift of NOT selling those things….and help an organization that can do good things from your donation. Rock on, Dani!!!

[@deeakins4649]

Dani , you have done an awesome job! I am on team donate. Your time and peace of mind are more valuable than the work you would need to do to sell each item. I have donated bags and bags of beautiful clothing and the feeling is very freeing and nothing has been missed. I now use the one in and at least one out method.

[@dianerobertson7988]

Can’t wait for the two of you to come out of the closet! M waiting for the kitchen declutter. Oh and donate.

[@hazelmeldrum5860]

Normally I would say donate but if she is going to be out of a job try selling first. This video came up at a good time for me I am trying to take my "summer" clothes out of boxes and hang the problem is that spring and summer are not coming to Scotland just a rainy date a couple of degrees warmer one day and back to cold. making decisions is hard without seasons,

[@KathyMarsh]

Please gift your clothes to others. You have beautiful things that will bring happiness to others.

[@daniphillips]

After the first pass of decluttering clothes, I gave away 23 giant bags and boxes of clothes to my friends, neighbors, and local charities. It was all gone in about 36 hours and it was AWESOME!

[@MoominAlanna]

Donate at this stage. At some point you just have to cut your losses and say goodbye (unless you can do a carboot sale (uk word) garage sale style thing and sell all at once). Once you are settled and all the decluttering is done you can go back to selling as you go. The pile is too much just now!

[@elkevogel6910]

Dani is lovely❤❤❤ I would donate the pile I like when she wears GREEN In Germany we need teacher 😉 Hope you find a job asap And cannot wait for the next sessionsssss

[@daniphillips]

Danke schon! Ich liebe Deutschland! ❤ Maybe I need to move back to Europe! 😊

[@elkevogel6910]

Oh wie schön 🥰

[@melissahyatt9626]

Dani- Not sure how many got your “They like me, they really like me” comment and where it’s from, but I did and yes, we like you!! Place is looking great. I would lean more towards donating even though you are losing your job. The time and energy to sell them and what I’m guessing will be little return, you could spend looking for another job. When I cleared out closet and stuff from my garage people said I should do a garage sell. A complete sense of dread hit me with all that would entail and I was ready to let it go; I didn’t want to continue to mess with it and let it have a hold on me. The stuff still sitting in the living room is just a reminder that “you didn’t finish” and increases the urge to just put some of it back now that you have some space. Plus when you tackling the kitchen and bathroom, you need a staging space. Best wishes to you and I’ll be praying for a fab job door to open!

[@kathleenkaleookalanismith8724]

I always tell myself that simplicity is the ultimate form of sophistication 🌹🌹🌹

[@user-kv3rj4cv8i]

"You got to get to a place where ist workable. If you are drowning and overwhelmed by everything you should not be making decisions". WORD! Thats why I am still minimizing even if it appears sleek and clean at my house -its still too crowded with unused things which ask for too much...I dont mind about the impression I give, but I want to make my live more comfy and easier for me, better manageable. I feel you!

[@sharonmakowsky172]

I think Dani should donate the clothes. You accumulate more through the years and it’s better to let the others go. I had three closets worth of clothes. I have decluttered them down to one closet. Most of them haven’t been worn in years. It was time! As you get older you will realize you really don’t need or wear them anymore. You will feel lighter, Dani! Great job, April! Hugs to Izzy!🐈‍⬛👍🥰💜🌷🌷👍

[@cinnova8690]

Not having a job can be so tough. Know you are not alone ❤ Amazing job decluttering 😊

[@Danari7]

I love your gentle way for declutter! Maybe try bringing some treats for the kitty? (and give them to her yourself). She may just change her mind about you 😊

[@louiseisobelevans]

Donate Dani! Your space and peace of mind is priceless ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😊

[@lorizielinski227]

Danni, donate the clothes and get your space back! You will feel so lighter and accomplished ❤

[@rachelselby4329]

I've not commented on this series because I was watching the episodes on my tv, and I've not watched them in chronological order, but I've thoroughtly enjoyed the whole preocess. And I wish I could keep my plants as abundant as Dani.

[@Sherryk546]

I was worried this was the last with Dani! So glad to hear there is more to come!!

[@lennyburdick3192]

Donate. I even donated some vintage cartoon glasses from the 70’s to a place that could sell them and make good money that would benefit their organization. I just made sure to point out the valuable stuff to the volunteer. They really appreciated the donation. Made my heart sing. I felt the same way a few years ago when I donated work clothes to the dress for success people. It gave people clothes to interview in when the women weren’t you “standard” size.

[@kimmhclouthier2594]

Good job guys it looks great. I am team donate. Once it’s out the door you will be freed. When it’s sitting there it’s just another stressor, a lot of work as well. At some point the money is not worth it. It could take months to sell. Be FREE 😊

[@kathybell4878]

LOVE the Dani series! Just went through the comment section and liked every "Donate" recommendation :)

[@paulafairbanks1558]

Yea! Dani is back! She is soo relatable and watchable! Thanks for sharing this process with us all❤

[@sheilablackburn183]

I think Dani should just go ahead and donate them, the time its going to take to list them all is just not worth it, Dani is looking amazing and I think she just needs to get them out of the house, reclaim her space so to speak and thrive x

[@TimboCanada]

Dani is so warm and friendly ❤ I wonder is she knows how much her kindness shines through her

[@candidebardelaben3955]

Dani, you are absolutely lovely. If I had school age kids, I would love if you were their teacher. Here’s something I think about with decisions like this. There are three of me. Current me (who I am wired to be and how I’m most likely to act). Growth me (I could realistically go here with time, energy and/ or resources). Fantasy me (the person I think I SHOULD be based on external messages). If fantasy me is making the decision, it’s 98% gonna fail. If growth me is making the decision, I have good odds of completion-so long as I’m in a life space where I have time, energy, and/or resources to dedicate to the venture. If I don’t have the luxury of those items, I make the plan that gives me the best, swift outcome and acknowledge it could have been different but this is still a valid decision for where I am right now in life. You’re in a stressful place of job search. So give yourself grace in the decision you make. None if them are wrong, but they all have outcomes. So pick the outcome that’s best for your current situation and your mental health. Peace and blessings to you!

[@daniphillips]

I LOVE this approach! This thought process will definitely be helpful with what's to come!

[@RaeC]

If the job is up in the air I would sell, but make a point to sell asap to get the money before you NEED it. Great job.

[@eyrunsigrunardottir6977]

She made space for her music 💜

[@derin8989]

She should donate the clothes ☺️

[@fianorian]

When I did my big declutter I just got rid of clothes. To me, the potential amount of money I would gain from selling was not worth the effort of photographing, listing them online, packing, posting etc. That said, I imagine that would be different with designer label stuff.

[@samanthafilologia]

Amazing series! Your clothes are sooooo beautiful, Dani! Make sure to wear everything! Donate those you're not keeping so that you can speed up the decluttering process in the kitchen! Are you going to go through books and papers? I'm a Romance Philology professor and my home office became far more pleasant when I donated half of my books to the Portuguese Studies Center at the university. I'm writing from Brazil.

[@RitaVernoy]

I’m a Dani super fan!

[@michelem9277]

Donate. It will help Dani get her house back faster. If you sell online, you will have to take a picture, do description, then keep track of the item to send it out in a timely manner. All the while the item is hanging around taking up space. If you decide to sell only some of them, only keep the big dollar value items. At least some of your space will be reclaimed. Great job so far!

[@Texaschik01]

Hi 😊 I advise donating them and just getting it all out of your house OR take them to a consignment shop right now and see what happens. Thank you for sharing your journey with us😊😊

[@MultiCatPass]

it feels so good to just donate. less hassle for you, faster to declutter that remaining pile. but if you need more money for a project or to build up your savings, then sell if you can.

[@JordanHeil-jp9wu]

Watching this while sick and it feels like im sitting with some friends keeping me company while i try to rest and get better. ❤

[@daniphillips]

Get well soon! ❤️

[@abbystahl9592]

As someone on a downsizing / simplifying kick, one piece of advice I have for Dani is following one in / one (or more) out and trying to edit down a bit more so everything can breathe a bit and be more easily accessed- when my drawers get stuck when opening/closing or it’s too heavy to shove clothes on the rod to see what I have, I know it’s time for an edit. Great work so far though!

[@DipityS]

The magic part - or at least the fun part - I love putting like with like and then a teeny bit of sorting within a category - and it looks so nice! I just imagine Dani will be swanning into her walk-in and selecting her colours and outfit and feeling like a million dollars. It's especially comforting to have some order and calm in your home when scary things like needing to find another job come up unexpectedly. You'll have no problems, you come across as supremely centred and competent and you have amazing fashion sense - I love love love your birthday dress. As far as the sell pile - if there's anything in there that might get a bit of money that might be the thing to do - I've never really had anything that I could expect to make the money from by selling that would make up for the fuss of having to do the selling.

[@dig3671]

Donate in one fell swoop! Then you have the double bonus of feeling good and getting that serene space!!

[@lindagallacher2187]

Sorry to hear about your job Dani. I think you should donate the items. You will enjoy having the space. Looking forward to you decluttering your kitchen - I also have a large collection of Starbuks mugs 😁

[@sheilak4493]

DONATE for sure it will fill so good… maybe find a women’s shelter or nursing home…they always need nice things

[@offhome6484]

It is your choice of course, but during my huge hoard declutter i have donated everything. I would have loved to have got some much needed money back via a car boot sale. Alas i do not own a car and i am alone. So i have walked all my donation bags out the door to charity 😁 For me personally i just have to have the bags gone, i fill up a huge bag the night before and it's out with me in the morning 😂

[@kaycee625]

Makes complete sense, although it’s hard isn’t it

[@nbig860]

LOVE Dani! So excited for the kitchen 👏🏻

[@brendadyck4022]

I would pick out the best ¼ of the clothes to sell and take the rest of them to a consignment store! I am thoroughly enjoying your videos! ❤

[@007Wanda]

Maybe there are a few pieces you can sell and donate the rest? Especially since you lost your job.

[@berniea.3255]

Donate for sure. You’ll feel better getting it out! Let someone else enjoy it!

[@gardenboots7464]

Definitely DONATE. 😊 Embrace your open space and peace of mind.✨️ THRIVE!

[@mountaingarden8823]

Yay, more Dani!!! 🎉

[@auslin16]

If the velvet hangers don't work because of pet hair - there are thin plastic (same profile of the velvet hangers) that have rubber grips just on the top to hold the clothes. They have the same metal hooks that rotate too. I almost like them more than velvet hangers. Also, as someone who lost a job during lockdown for an extended period of time - sell the nicest for alittle bit of cash and donate what wouldn't get enough of a return to make it worth it.

[@pamelafox7677]

Realistically selling takes a lot of time, if they’re going to individual buyers. If she can drop them at a place like Buffalo Exchange in US where they take what they want and donate the rest, that might make a little money. We tend to overvalue our castoffs, they may be out of style. So probably donate is the most efficient and gets it out!

[@daniphillips]

I wish Korea had those amazing consignment shops we have back in the US!!

[@rachelobrien3801]

Thank you for the video watching you has motivated me , Dani if you can I think you should donate the clothes in the sitting room 😊

[@lucyroberts2800]

Donate the clothes 😻

[@misst2474]

Dani is doing so well. Could try to sell one item to check the process then decide to sell or donate. I've been selling on a certain bay and reckon it takes 6-8 hours to sell an item - photos, edit, weight, measurements, description, shipping, packaging etc! Helps you to decide it the effort is worth it - for 5 £ or $ probably no but for 50 yes. Keep going, Dani - looking forward to seeing the end result!

[@kerry0411]

Room name idea... Salon de joie (room of joy but it always sounds more fun in Fench ;))

[@shannonw6604]

I think sell if you can do so with an option of selling through a consignment shop, so the items are out of your home right away. This way. you have the potential to get some $, without a lot of extra work selling each item, and without the clutter slowing down the organization process. You are doing an amazing job Dani! Great things and new adventures are right around the corner.

[@vivian9803]

I consigned clothes twice. The first time, the store closed and I never got paid nor got my clothes back. The second time, the “proceeds” were laughable and I donated what was left over anyway. It was a great learning experience and solidified my motivation to donate only. Quick and easy!

[@shannonw6604]

@@vivian9803 Personally I don't bother with trying to resell. I struggle to part with things so when the feeling hits, I get that stuff outta here as quickly as possible. I used to try to give things to friends who could use them, but a lot of times that resulted in waiting around for them to pick up or be available for a drop off. Now it is right to drive through donation. But I also appreciate that perhaps Dani isn't ready to do that yet. It's a learning curve. Sometimes we even put things to the road and let the 'magpies' take them. :)

[@LuxieDamned]

I love the relationship that you two built. You seem long time friends and you are so very supportive of Dani

[@shelleyc5849]

Dani and April, I'm so impressed with your progress! I recently completed a very similar decluttering process and it is life changing. I would say donate the clothing, unless they are high value items. However, if you have the time to dedicate to selling, go for it. I'm really enjoying watching the transformation. Love from Canada.

[@TheKniterin]

Try to sell! Most things donated don't get sold and you have a bunch of people who would love to shop your closet now! The extra effort is worth it to make sure your clothes go to a loving home and you can extend the life of your clothes to not be in a landfill. I would love to see a video where you help out with selling just by organizing the sell pile to photograph

[@gloriafontanez9006]

Donate and free the space

[@beccachurch]

What a wonderful, brave Dani!

[@brendafox8866]

I love Dani! Please donate….just get on with a “freer” life girl! You are awesome.

[@sophiabright8371]

Great work, Dani & April. ALWAYS delighted when a new video pops up on my teeny tiny feed.

[@kaycee625]

Wish there was a better button than the “like” button.

[@shawnschoeny8797]

Team donate! The freedom and peace you gain by getting rid of the access clothes all at once is priceless. You can’t buy that kind of peace!