DECLUTTER WITH ME: Master Closet (Partial KonMari Method: Clothes) | Closet Organisation & Tour

Wow, decluttering my master closet was NOT FUN. Nonetheless, I got stuck in, so let me show you how I organise my clothing, and how I keep my bedroom clutter-free.
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[@kate-kate]

"THAT was horrendous. And I hate everything." This is literally my life motto hahaha

[@MusclesandBooks]

My solution to ironing is simple: Don't own any clothes that require ironing, LOL.

[@KatieM786]

Veronica Byers High five to that one my lady! I iron for job interviews, weddings and funerals.

[@WriterOfMany]

Honestly that's mine too. Can't be bothered to iron...

[@jessicathompson236]

A hair straightener can help sometimes. (I don't recommend it for all fabrics)

[@candiceteeter9757]

Ironing, no way. Wrinkle release, steamer or donate. Take it from someone way older and maybe wiser !!!!

[@geisterhome]

Same here girl. And i got it from my mother, she never irons either. Lol.

[@dj0ub0x]

Thank you so much for sharing your tips and your struggles too. As far as I can remember, I had never been able to get rid of stuff even if I always lived in small places (as a kid, a teen and an adult). It's always been a nightmare for me to start cleaning up, because I was always full of hope that I would gain some space and toss things away... In my younger years, I felt so bad at the end of the day that I couldn't throw what my mom thought was useless. Then as an adult, I would even cry at the end of a tedious cleaning day when all that was in my garbage bag was be a T-shirt and 2 sheets of paper. Then last year or so, I found you and I followed many of your advice. Watched and listened carefully. Started cleaning while listening to Konmari's audiobook... And now, I can now proudly throw bags of stuff without suffering from it or regretting, I am even eager to do more ! I'm so thankful for your videos in which you don't make clearing space and decluttering a drama. Your good mood is a proof that minimalizing our amount of stuff doesn't make us dull and depressed : you're so refreshing. I relate to so many things you say, and it makes me laugh (the green buckets dilemma !!!). Looking forward to watching more of your master closet and be inspired ! à bientôt ! amitiés, Julie

[@cmooshi33]

My garage is the the toughest space I tackled AFTER the clear out of my moms house when she passed away. At least half her stuff still came with me and I am just now starting to get out from underneath all that clutter and sentimental items and able to start on all my own excess. I am still in the middle of decluttering. But I just finished my garage last month, 33 bags and boxes were donated from that! I was/am so proud of myself. Thanks for being an inspiration. 😊

[@JustMeAndThe2Boys]

C Mooshi, well done!! Definitely be proud of yourself!

[@antoniamangold7312]

This year we moved from a home that we lived in for 44 plus years. It was an absolute nightmare. I found things I didn’t know existed. Most things went to donations and the rest the trash bin. I now try to be as minimal as possible.

[@dicesof8]

I found the same thing when we moved in March and we had only lived there for 8 years! O actually get rid of things now, instead of saying "oh i might need that someday"

[@petmomful2260]

And that is exactly why I keep going thru our stuff and whittling down. We have been in our house for 30 years and just paid it off! Yay! My husband says we are never moving. So we just keep fixing this one up, and decluttering it. I do not want my kids to have to clean up a cluttered mess when we die. lol Congrats to you for surviving the move!

[@triciag3311]

That's what happened to me when we sold our 17 year old home. It was awful. The house sold the first day so we had to stay at my mom's small house. We filled up her basement and two large rental storage units, and that was AFTER I decluttered before we put the house on the market. NEVER again. I have been decluttering since we moved to our new house but I'm not finished. We don't plan on moving for a long time and I'm determined to never have a move like that again!

[@petmomful2260]

I cannot dejunk my closet today, but I did go in there, grab a bunch of old t-shirts, and throw them out. I started a donation bag, and threw out some old underwear!! It is a start!

[@elizabethmccullough4708]

I don't know much about konmari but have you heard about fly lady? It's an enjoyable method of clearing clutter and controlling chaos where you don't try to do everything at once and get burnt out but work with smaller portions and in smaller increments of time, again, so you can enjoy your work instead of getting tired out.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

perfect timing! I am about to do this. Last year I got rid of all the things that didn't "spark joy" but I didn't try stuff on so now I need to get rid of the joy sparking things that don't fit LOL!

[@mimakate]

So satisfying! Everything looks so beautiful and organized. The best days are when your videos upload. Sending you much love Laura.

[@HowToGYST]

Sending loads right back. x

[@notnotnever]

Great spot for your jewelry box! So happy for your new setup, and moving on from the skirt and those feelings of longing for a different time. Great work!!

[@diananore5528]

I know these are older vids but just recently discovered you..you should be over 100k...good information. It was hilarious...as I was watching the video I saw that lucite jewelry case and immediately thought it would fit perfectly in the dresser area where the bed skirt was located. Great minds think alike! 😉

[@marisadaniela6]

Your shirrrrt! I loved rainbow brite! Ok I promise I'll comment on the actual video but I just had to gush about that tshirt first😄

[@HowToGYST]

😂 I’ve worn it twice this week already. 😉

[@Derokas]

I love it tooo 😍😍😍

[@MusclesandBooks]

Came to comment exactly this at five seconds into the video.

[@sunflower7766]

How to Get Your Shit Together love the t shirt where did you find it!

[@donnab2810]

My hardest area is our spare room. The stuff in there multiples ten fold. It's alive, I swear. I only have a handful of items that would even remotely need an iron. Hee hee. Everything gets hung up or folded immediately after coming out of the dryer or off the drying racks. I don't like ironing.

[@karenchalas8761]

I'm going through this now because we are down sizing.It not the " stuff", it's the memories that are attached to the "stuff".You will always have the memories of that certain time or event in your life.

[@HowToGYST]

Yes, and that's exactly what I realised. I still have the happy memories, so I don't need the skirt making me feel like I've lost something when, in reality, I've gained so much more. So it was time to say goodbye to that silly "sadness" and just remember the good times. 🙂 Best of luck with your down-sizing! Are you moving home or just minimising your possessions?

[@karenchalas8761]

We have bought a new built bungalow only about 1400 sq.feet,So we have tons of stuff.I have been sending all my furniture etc. to an Auction place.We now live in a 2 story home 2000 sq. feet .I didn't realize how much shit we owned. lol Have a good one, nice talking to you.

[@susanpeterson9947]

Great job! When I declutter, I pull out one shelf, drawer or category at a time. I can’t deal with the mess (mass?) all at once 😉.

[@jmsl910]

you are REAL!!! just found you today-can’t wait to see more of your work!💚

[@mvhuse]

I am so glad I found your channel, Laura. You are such an inspiration in every way!

[@HowToGYST]

Thank you so much, Mary. I truly appreciate your support.

[@katiesoderling3596]

Well done! I feel you pain and frustration here. The worst spot I ever decluttered was a corner in the attic of my parents’ barn. I had been using the space to store things as a young adult between years at university and different living situations. So it became a dumping ground of things not needed in each stage and many things became forgotten. I’ve tried a few times to go through everything but never got very far due to time constraints or children who were too young to be left for very long. Well, the stars finally aligned this summer! We packed up the family and went to visit my parents for a whole week. I made it my mission to be ruthless and get rid of as much as possible. But it was a slog and it was hot and it was dusty. There’s nothing quite like “barn dust”. It’s a mix of hay dust and probably decades old animal dust... All said and done I’m glad I pushed through because now it’s done. We’re finally buying our first home and moving at the end of September and I have a small little “keep” pile waiting for me still up in my corner of the barn attic. It’s all stuff I really want and I can’t wait to put it to use in our first ever home that we actually OWN. I’m seriously giddy! So thanks for putting out great content and showing us how it’s worth the frustration and sore muscles!

[@janinekittleson7530]

This was my break from cleaning out my master closet and spare room closet and dressers. Been working on it for a week as I had let it get out of hand and didn’t realize how much I really had till I pulled everything out and categorized it all. So taking my time and trying everything on and taking breaks when I feel overwhelmed. Going through all the pain and joy you expressed. Thanks for sharing and helping. I folded all my socks with your take of the kon Mari method and when done I was so happy with the results. Did all the undies too. Now working on workout stuff and trying to figure out best way as it will be going into a deep drawer.

[@gbunnie1]

Doing it right now. My husband is also not on board with any of this doing the best I can as I work on my side of the closet . Your videos are helping me do this. Thanks for your sense of humor.

[@myneoangel4299]

This was actually super awesome to watch going through tidying for the first time myself... I appreciate the real talk about how much it can suck! It was reassuring and very helpful while going through this myself. Thanks!

[@astraholmes8751]

Excellent job, yeah you! Really felt for you in this video, you looked like you were struggling. Try not to be so hard on yourself. Bags, shoes and clothes are 3 huge catergories, even if its just in one smallish room. Def small chunks is the way to go.But perfect timing, to keep me inspired. I just went through my closet yesterday. I have a set number of hangers (too many still) and when i can't hang all my clothes, usually after trips home, I cull by the number of new things i bought. With the clothes that don't fit, I realised by the time they do, I'll probably want to wear something new.So ive starting being ruthless

[@HowToGYST]

Yes, that was definitely me when I did the KonMari Method. Now I've started to re-kindle my love of clothes so don't mind owning a few more, as long as they all spark joy. 😉 The plan is to whittle these down though, as they get worn out or ill-fitting or whatever. I don't think I'd ever be able to go the "capsule wardrobe" route, but I'm definitely looking for a more "core" wardrobe, if that makes sense.

[@gary62or45]

Love walking through your Konmarie experience. Your presentation is sooooooo real. Enjoyed your struggle, you put a nice positive twist to it.LOL!!!! Happy day.

[@HowToGYST]

Thanks so much, Gary. It can be a tough process!

[@1warlock1]

Great video. I'm not into fashion and shoes, so I have a minimalist wardrobe of clothes. But it was good to see the categories and how you went about it. With the sentimental skirt - maybe make something of it? A cushion cover or background to a photo collage of the time? As for the rental and no up hanging stuff... try stick up hooks. I use them and they work well.

[@HowToGYST]

We're about to buy a house so we're waiting until that goes through. Then we'll no doubt start sticking things up everywhere. 😂 As for the skirt, I finally realised that, overall, it was actually making me feel bad. So it was time to say farewell.

[@streamoflillies2345]

Something that I use for hanging things on the back of doors is those racks that hook over the top of the door. I'm in uni, and I hang my towels on it after the shower and also have my every-day hoodie and my 2 purses that I use regularly on it.

[@pearsonchick]

I am just about to do my closet again. I was having a hard time finding motivation to actually get going...so this is it! Well....except for the parts where you said it was awful. 😆😆😆 I will at least not have the ironing to do lol.

[@itoshiibaka8267]

That is magic! I think I need a cupboard for my husband's clothes, too. Hahaha!

[@HowToGYST]

It’s the BEST. Saves me so much hassle.

[@lindabolad8560]

Hello Laura my fellow Irish sister. I am from Co.Clare and living in IN. About to take my closet on Tuesday as my house will be minus my 3 as they return to school. Absolutely dreading it. Love watching you persevere!!

[@HowToGYST]

Hi! 😁 Most of it is a mental battle. You'll want to give up a million times before you're done, but just keep on trucking. Put on some music or a podcast or audiobook if it helps (though I'd recommend pausing it while you're actually deciding what to keep).

[@Madam-Arcati2013]

A trick I use when indecision strikes is to ask myself "would I buy this if I saw it in a shop?" If the answer is no it gets donated.

[@thevegetablequeen]

Thank you so much for this video! You've inspired me to do the same with my own bedroom closet. Mine is barely 1/8 the size of yours, but it will still be quite an undertaking because it hasn't been deep cleaned since before I had my first child 4 years ago. I will learn from you and be sure to start earlier in the day. Your story about your skirt really resonated with me. I too have things I'm holding on to because they are a visceral reminder of a wonderful time in my life that is now over - even though my life now is better. Thank you for sharing the story. It's a reminder that keeping the object around can ultimately impact us negatively, even if the memory it evokes is a good one. Also, that Rainbow Brite shirt is everything!

[@HowToGYST]

I've worn that t-shirt twice this week already. 😂 Isn't it strange how we hang onto things like that skirt? It was a big revelation to me to realise that it actually made me feel bad. I have all those happy memories in my head and heart and, like you, have a great life now. I definitely don't need to cling so tightly to the past when the present is so wonderful. Best of luck with your closet! Do you think you'll pull everything out of it? I've found that's the best way to give it a good deep clean, and also to reduce the risk of clutter going back in.

[@thevegetablequeen]

How to Get Your Shit Together Yes, I'm going to do exactly what you did. That way I can give the space a good deep clean and really reevaluate what goes back in. It'll also be a great time to get my husband to go through his clothes too!

[@saramckee3394]

Love the Rainbow Brite shirt! She was my favorite when I was growing up. In fact when asked what I wanted to be when I grew up, I’d say Rainbow Brite! Any rate, come over and visit, I’ll show you where I struggle. The laundry room, bathroom closet, spare bedrooms, lol and the list continues. It doesn’t help that my loving husband is a bit of a collector/hoarder! Lol

[@rebeccajane713]

I swear, you are the cutest human. Well done on the closet!

[@HowToGYST]

😂 Thank you!

[@MsSassyMT]

Such a good idea to pick out your clothes for the week. I do the night before but I'm definitely going to try that.

[@bethann2364]

Bless you..I would definitely take a rest first before tackling anything else.. hehe Great job xx

[@arguchik]

I always find the *garage* the most difficult space to declutter and organize. That's because I live with my boyfriend and another roommate, and we use the garage for longer-term storage. For example, I have my yarn stash in there, in weatherproof, mothproof containers. Anyway, it's not a large garage, so the three of us have it packed pretty full. My goal is to pare my stuff back significantly over the next couple of months because I am going to be moving at the end of the summer.

[@petmomful2260]

Sharon, my garage depressed me. I have a husband and 3 sons and a daughter, and the garage was dirty, greasy, and full of tools and junk. It faces the street and embarrassed me. I cleaned it up several times. My husband said the garage is supposed to be dirty. Then we got a new driveway. I suggested we really fix up the garage, to go along with the new clean driveway. He went bonkers, and cleaned it all out! He painted the floor, the shelves, got rid of a lot, and hung up the rest. He even got a nice new toolbox. It looks fantastic now and I am proud of it. There is always hope!!

[@brendaramsbottom8693]

I guess in a lot of ways I’m already a minimalist because I’ve never owned that many pairs of shoes and purses in my entire life! great job!

[@szotyi9]

I'm currently sitting on a huge pile of clothes that I have to take back to the closet/need to sort out if it fits or I need or want to keep. I feel really sorry for myself 😀 Thanks for the company and keeping it real that it's a horrible chore that doesn't spark joy at all. Not even a tiny tiny bit. I think by the time I finish I'll just hate every piece of clothes I own 😀

[@mariadoeslife4093]

I organized our closet, including my husband’s things, because it brings me joy to look at an organized closet.

[@Jessi1515]

Ahh! Rainbow Brite!! I absolutely love it!! Haven't even watched the video yet, the shirt just excites me!!

[@Jessi1515]

Now that I've watched it, you did an amazing job!! The closet looks awesome!!

[@grogers511]

Yes. Clothes/jewelry declutter is on my May Task/Project list. I'll update my inventory. It's taken a few declutter rounds for me to get real about clothes. I find the emotional attachment to items takes time to let go. For back of of the door storage - I use the bigger decorative Command hooks.

[@Shannon2972]

Laura I am sorry you are missing your old life. I did too at times. But you will work it all out in your mind soon. The entire house....That is what I have had a hard time doing in the past. LOL It is just hard to declutter. Thank you for sharing.

[@HowToGYST]

It's so strange because I actually love my life now. I guess sometimes I just get sentimental for certain aspects of my old life, when I feel I had a bit more freedom. Silly, really, but a big revelation for me.

[@theoffkeydiva]

Hats off to you, Laura! I've never had any trouble decluttering a physical space, but packing is a nightmare for me! I'm currently watching as a take a break from the 4 hour packing session for my study abroad semester. I want to bring the least amount possible, but realistically, I'm going to be gone for a month, and I need outfits for as low as 10C and as high as 35C. Oh, and we are having two separate formal events... wish me luck!

[@HowToGYST]

Oh yes, packing is awful. Layers are the way to go if the temperature will vary that much. As for the formal events, one black dress can look like two outfits if you use different accessories. 😉 Good luck! Don't forget to stuff your shoes full of socks and underwear. 😉 And remember that you'll be able to buy pretty much anything you need while you're there.

[@champion4girlsbanannie212]

That t-shirt sparks so much joy for me!!!

[@Totally_Glitched]

Excellent video! I find these super motivating. c:

[@HowToGYST]

Thanks Elly! 😁

[@aliceadler4569]

What a fantastic job you did!!!

[@lisejuul7397]

Nice work 👍 Its a Nice closet you have.

[@user-zx9nw7fy5p]

Thanks a lot Laura for sharing this! Happy birthday!!

[@ruthrouse]

I'm working through the decutter course and have just taken some clothes out of a box from when I first moved in with my partner, 6 years ago. 2 months is really not that bad.

[@vb71532s]

I had a skirt that I loved given to me by my mom who had passed. It is now a cute shug that a friend made me.

[@pokkey]

Honestly, your closet does not look as bad as other closet declutterings I have seen. It must been overwhelming taking inventory of everything strewn around the bedroom, yikes! You did a great job putting things back together. Everthing looked more organized and neat. The seasonal stuff is best to put away. I've been decluttering slowly but I think the tough part is the clothes I like but doesn't fit well. Also, I need to take a hard look at the bags and wallets I own and streamline more, they're my weakness. 😝 Btw, the skirt seemed to have great sentimental value and maybe you don't have to get rid of it since it doesn't take up much space. Anyhow, this was fun to watch. I think we can all relate to the process you went through. Thanks for sharing! 😊

[@pokkey]

Btw, great idea putting the jewelry box in the bureau/drawer. I was hoping you did that. 😉

[@HowToGYST]

Thank you, I'm thrilled with it. 😁 As for the skirt, it took me 10 years but I finally realised it was actually making me more sad than happy. They were great times, but the skirt was making me feel like I'd lost something. Whereas the reality is that I've gained so much more since then. So it was time to let it go. I still have the happy memories. 🙂

[@JustMeAndThe2Boys]

How to Get Your Shit Together , I’m totally with you on that, Laura! I recently went through the “Decluttering my Fantasy Self” process, and finally let go of the parts of my Interior Decorator wardrobe that hadn’t been worn since I had to go on disability in 2009. I’d been holding on to my favourite pieces from that time, but with chronic illnesses now being the Center of this chapter of my life, those items were a depressing reminder of who I used to be. It was shocking just how much of my space was/is filled with stuff for the life I used to have, or the dreams I no longer aspire to. Clothing has been done!! And kitchen. But ugh, the papers.... hahaha

[@sarise1438]

Hi where did you get the clear jewelry box from?

[@sct4040]

You have a lot of clothing if you still need to store your off season clothes in another closet ! Wow. I keep everything in 1 closet, so I know what i have exactly at all times and not over buy. I am glad you are happy with your space😀

[@HowToGYST]

I definitely have a lot. I haven't bought anything new in a few months though so I'm making progress! 😉

[@HowToGYST]

Oh wait, I bought a t-shirt at Disney World a few weeks ago. D'oh!

[@ashleyhairstondoughty5542]

😂 I feel you on husbands leaving clothes all over the bedroom floor! My husband’s side of the bed is right next to the bathroom and he tends to leave his clothes from the day right outside the bathroom door. Bad news for me since I go to bed after him and almost always trip over his stuff trying to get in and out of the bathroom! I think I’m going to try your trick and put all his stuff in a decorative tote next to his bedside table. So at the very least I won’t injure myself at night when I’m trying to go and brush my teeth!

[@amberfitzpatrick9896]

Lots of comments so I’m not sure if someone suggested it but command brand has tons of products for hanging things in the wall that cause no damage to the walls. It’s a great option for a rental

[@kimzanders9550]

I have a basket that sits on my husband's dresser for all of the clothes that he leaves lying on the floor. Keeps our bedroom looking tidy all the time too.😀👍

[@lorisiccia5914]

i totally get the item that symbolizes a good time in life...bringing joy from the memory...letting go is hard.Clothes are hard for me for this reason. only things that bring joy are the things that no longer fit......letting it go seems like im some how giving up onthe possibility that I could one day fit in it again and get the"good feelings back"....i need to start this again and go through the keep until this date which was months ago......and just get it done.....knowing there will be nothing left if "spark joy" is the gauge.

[@user-wz9yy4ek2h]

keep the skirt if you love it. I still have my track shorts from when I ran track in high school. It reminds me of one of the best times of my life. I was 16. I have my daughter's track shorts as well from when she was 16. It's one of the only memories from high school that I have held on to.

[@jessielawrence3349]

“Well, that was horrendous, & I hate everything!” Love it! Pretty much my sentiments every time I go to declutter anything!!! I’m trying now to ask myself- if I had to move, would I buy this? Helping immensely!

[@jessielawrence3349]

Ahh! Also, you’re in Ohio! Awesome!

[@samanthahendrickx3606]

Please tackle food storage! I need tips! In regards to the clothes you're attached to, if you have the space my mom used to keep her favourite clothing items in storage for me and as I got old enough she would gift them to me. There were a few misses but some of those have become my favourite items! I'm 22 now and she still passes things along to me and I love it. It's like Christmas!

[@HowToGYST]

Yes, I have a storage tub in the basement with some items of sentimental clothing. 🙂 But I finally realised that the skirt only really made me feel sad. Up until that point I had thought it brought happy memories. It was very cathartic to say goodbye to it.

[@elizabethlangheim9460]

Your closet looks great! The worst space for me is the basement and I’m not even remotely finished. I moved in two years ago and have already been through it twice. On the bright side, it is nowhere near as bad as the full to the rafters basement of the house I had lived in for 20 years. That was scary!

[@Robug44]

Hi Laura, what a big job. You did well. I got rid of all my pants which didn’t fit and bought some new ones. I keep going through and paring down all my clothes. People tend to wear 20% of their clothes 80% of the time according to experts. True! Sentimental clothes are hard but it is freeing to let go of them and it makes way for new items and frees us from being stuck in the past. With Sam’s clothes, can you spread them out a bit more and put them in categories? This might help him to see what he has and wear more of them. I do this with my partner’s stuff with his permission. He doesn’t get why I do it but he doesn’t mind and I think it works well for both of us. After a recent review if his trousers, two were donated, one went for alteration, and he’s wearing things he’d forgotten he had! Keep up the good work. I enjoy your videos. Thanks! 🌸⭐️🦋

[@TheImperfectReader]

What a great closet: layout, etc.

[@antoniamangold7312]

Good show! You did a great job.

[@HowToGYST]

Thanks so much, Antonia. It was a slog but I got there in the end!

[@Just_Lurking8]

Congrats on your big job, have you ever considered using command strips ? They are rental friendly. Hey I have a question for you. I have a big walk-in closet, with three rods( left, right and one on the deep side as you look straight in closet) How would you use the KonMari method ? Going from long and heavy to short... I am puzzled. Please help me out here. Thanks.

[@noeleenbyrne5197]

Lol, we don't have defined seasons, too right, we waited so long for spring to come that it's now summer, greetings from Wicklow, 🍀

[@jodiesmith7443]

Is that a standard wardrobe from where you are from? Do you get worried if you have to move you won’t find another house with that huge walk in or are they common?

[@corikay]

Another great video and decluttering session...I do worry that you have placed clothing under the sink... If there's ever a leak...You're sunk! Maybe place those items in one of the drawers in the bathroom?!

[@emilywilson7308]

I found out I was ironing and didn’t need to! I wash, tumble dry on low for 10 minutes, then hang up my clothes immediately while they are damp. So much easier!

[@byusaranicole]

Those hangers... Where did you get them?

[@susanmelero-tripp4804]

my storage closet in the hallway is the biggest one for me to decluttering and if I have to chosen the pantry first.

[@glitterandpearls]

Great video and job well done👏🏻 The key is patience. My husband puts his spare clothes on the floor, right next to our sock drawer which top is always empty. I keep putting his clothes on the top of the drawer as I don’t understand why clothes has to be stored on dusty floors(??) and now he seems to be getting more and more used to the drawer instead of the floor😉

[@HowToGYST]

Yes, my husband will sometimes just throw his clothes directly into the cupboard now. And I have to say, he's good about putting stuff straight into the laundry room if he feels they need a wash. But that cupboard saves my sanity. 😂

[@glitterandpearls]

Oh yeah. Our laundry basket is the same room. Dirty clothes is being put next to the laundry basket. At least he has clear two piles, but then just on the floor🤪

[@TROQUE4]

Love that shirt!

[@EzAnderson]

Not being able to hang your artwork up in a rental is depressing 😔 we’ve been two years in our rental and nothing is up on the walls. Looking forward to moving and putting it in the agreement that we can put work up on the walls. Awesome work on the wardrobe and I love that rainbow bright tshirt ❤️

[@HowToGYST]

I actually prefer bare walls so I'm delighted. 😂 I know that as soon as we buy a house my husband will have every wall covered it artwork. Not looking forward to that at all. 😂

[@EzAnderson]

How to Get Your Shit Together haha each to their own

[@sleepysartorialist]

That skirt falls into sentimental items! You don’t have to declutter those at the same time, Laura! D:

[@dudswoo]

My biggest trouble was with over sorting my shirts: color/ fabric/sleeve length. The whole point of having an organized closet is to select an outfit quickly, so I now sort by color only, keeping the navy blue far from the black. I also had trouble getting rid of my career clothes, but the minute I accepted that I didn't need nice clothes and a corporate paycheck to be someone, I realized my own hot-shitedness and progressed from there. If you need a reminder for yourself, I think 39,000 KZbinrs and a slew of people on Facebook are grateful for your current career. You can work on food storage and the entryway simultaneously. Reshuffle items as you put groceries away, and look for inspiration and shop for the entryway now.

[@HowToGYST]

I like to finish one space before I move onto another. Otherwise there's chaos everywhere. 😂 And because I pull everything out, food really needs to be done all in one go and as quickly as possible if I don't want all my frozen food melting all over the place. 😉

[@decorhomelifestyle]

hahaha, I have to admit I subbed because of your name channel, hahaha. Now that I've heard you I love your personality! I'd love for you to visit my new corner of the world and we can be yt sisters! I follow Konmarie too! Yay! lol. Many Blessings! ❤️Looking forward to seeing more of your vids!

[@dottydisorganised8965]

Well done! I felt for you as I have done similar when I have wished I had never started. Wish I had an American style closet, a wardrobe is just not as easy to organise!

[@HowToGYST]

We only ever had wardrobes in Ireland so I can definitely relate to how awkward they can be! We're so lucky to have such a great closet (it's big even by American standards). If it wasn't a rental, though, I'd ditch all those wire shelves and get some lovely wooden built-ins.

[@valeriecameron3433]

Your shirt. I adore it lol.

[@HowToGYST]

It's brilliant, isn't it? 😁

[@cdssweetpea]

Great job! You should get some 3M command strips to hang your robes on. And they also making picture hanging strips too for the artwork.

[@astraholmes8751]

these are fab

[@HowToGYST]

Already purchased. 😉 For the robes, at least. I hate my husband's pictures. 😂

[@Diniecita]

OMG. I love your channel and watch all the time but I LOVE your shirt. I was/am obsessed with Rainbow Brite as a kid/still. Where did you get it??

[@HowToGYST]

TruffleShuffle.com 🙂

[@madlynwaskiewicz3854]

Inspiring video! Great job and congratulations!! I love your jewelry box - where is it from?

[@HowToGYST]

Thanks so much, Madlyn. It's from HerClutterBox.com and is actually supposed to be for make-up. =)

[@madlynwaskiewicz3854]

Thank you, Laura!

[@MelanieVick]

There are over the door hooks you can purchase that won't damage your rental-home's door but will still let you hold your robes where you like them. It's what I use in my apartment.

[@mmhetz1]

Call me crazy but I thought your closet looked organized before you started de-cluttering. But it looked REALLY GOOD after you were done.

[@EileenR11]

Well done on getting this far. I wonder if the depression was about facing up to the sheer quantity of stuff you have acquired? I'm no minimalist, but how many short-sleeved grey and white t-shirts (for example) does anyone need? If you ever move back to Ireland you'll need a whole room for those clothes.

[@HowToGYST]

I don't think I own 2 of the same item. Maybe 2 white t-shirts. The rest all have images or slogans or something on them. So even though they look similar, they're actually not. 🙂 The plan now is to wear as many of these as possible in the coming weeks and eliminate any that are uncomfortable, just don't fit properly, that I'm constantly tugging at, get worn out, etc. So it'll be a process of whittling things down over time.

[@ambernible9760]

Could you use a command hook for the back of the door to hang what you want? They don't leave any holes or marks. Great for rentals.

[@HowToGYST]

Yes, I got some. 🙂

[@sonyahebert5006]

Perfect timing! Do you remember where you got your jewelery box? I need something like that :O

[@HowToGYST]

Yes, it's from HerClutterBox.com. Technically, they're for storing make-up. 🙂

[@OnlyIfForAPage]

I'm glad that the suffering throughout the process was worth it in the end :- )) It's beautifully organized now :- ) The closet is the toughest category for me - I don't like most of my clothes anymore (and/or they are worn out) and I would be happy to get rid of most of it but I can't because that would leave me with literary not enough stuff to wear :- ) So I have to get new clothes first but that's a long and expensive process. That ironing part was very relatable :- D

[@HowToGYST]

It can definitely be a bit of a process, but I think the longer we hang onto old stuff, the more "comfortable" we feel in it. I know if I decluttered all but one t-shirt, it would motivate me to go out and buy at least one more. So it may be a case of starting the decluttering process before you've officially bought replacements. 🙂

[@OnlyIfForAPage]

Oh I have started the decluttering process :- ) I'm slowly getting rid of old stuff but I'm picky about clothes so it's not so easy to find replacements :- )

[@HowToGYST]

I hear ya! I've been shopping many times in recent years and hardly every buy anything more than a t-shirt or two (if anything). But went shopping with my family recently and ended up buying loads of great stuff! It's either a feast or a famine, eh? 😉

[@kikihammond5326]

Working up the courage now to enter the kitchen for cleaning and decluttering. People love to give us enormous cake pans I'll never use. I've no idea why, I've never asked for an enormous cake pan. And now, my kid claims she doesn't even like cake. (insert eye roll)

[@Foxy-uq8bu]

I love your Rainbow brite T-shirt.Wow you have heaps of shoes and bags and shoes.I only own 10 pairs of shoes including slippers.I have 5 handbags and 5 tote bags.I have 7 pairs of long pants/leggings ,4 skirts,4 capri pants,5 jackets,10 dresses,9 cardigans,6 jumpers,3 long sleeve tops,and 10 t-shirts.Thats all my clothing apart from underwear and night wear as in pajamas etc.So total 58 hanging items in my wardrobe-pretty good since we live in Australia and the temperature constantly varies.I have done the trick of turning all the hanger hooks the wrong way round and in 6 months if the hanger has not been turned the right way round (by using the clothes,and re hanging after laundry)Then all the clothes on the wrong way hangers will be got rid of by donating to thrift stores.What do you think of this idea?

[@rubymimosa]

Oh good on you!

[@tracyannsidaway]

I would love a big wardrobe like yours!xxx

[@HowToGYST]

I'm so thrilled with it. I don't think I could ever go back to anything smaller. 😂

[@tracyannsidaway]

How to Get Your Shit Together I'm currently sorting my spare room into a dressing room but one day when we move I'd love to have a big walk in wardrobe xxx

[@GrammyVulture]

Nice reflection of the skirt. Remember your not letting go the memories, just the clutter your memory left behind. Maybe you can hang on to some of the pants for your daughter. I don't know if that is realistic for her/you. Your closet is HUGE. You did a great job.🌼👍

[@HowToGYST]

She's only 5 so she's a LONG way to go before she'd fit into any of them. 😉 And you're absolutely right about the skirt - I still have the memories of that time. I feel much better now. Like I've made my peace with it. 🙂

[@KatieM786]

It makes me happy Laura that you are not one of these militant wives who think they have the right to go through all their partner's stuff and throw out their possessions without their permission. I know a few ladies like this and I get so sad for their husbands who feel as though they cannot have anything sacred in their own home. When it comes to clothes my husband does all his own washing and ironing and tidying and it's bloody great! 😎 A lot of women want to know my "secret to swinging that one" 😂 xx

[@HowToGYST]

Yes, I too would like to know your secret. 😂 I know the pain of having someone else declutter your belongings without your consent, so I'd never do that to someone else. Just have to trust that these things are important to him in a way I can't understand, much like he can't understand lots of things that I love.

[@KatieM786]

How to Get Your Shit Together My secret I think is "don't start doing his laundry." It was one of my non-negotiable conditions when I moved in with him after we got married, I told him "that is a level of intimacy I do not need in our marriage". 😂😂😂 We have never done joint laundry apart from towels and linens. It works out better for both of us - he is more efficient in life generally and I am pants at ironing and he likes wearing shirts to work. He also has a blind spot for reading care labels and checking through thoroughly what items he is including in his wash. (He was not popular after he washed a pair of silk-mix trousers belonging to me at 40 degrees by mistake).

[@wandarichardson4213]

My hardest things to get rid of are animal pelts. I have sheep, deer, mink, wolf and racoon. I like them, but they do not fit in with the decor.

[@pamelaquesnel1145]

I know this is older video (I am late bloomer for KonMari) but idea for ironing. Hang all laundry clean clothes and ONLY iron when you are going to wear. It saves time and labor as you may not wear items for months and will need ironing again by that time!

[@emarm100]

I am surprised you didn’t get rid of more.

[@The0Patt]

Is it an actual agreement on your rental contract that you can't hang pictures?

[@astridsallerlei5355]

When I purge I empty partly actually since if you empty a WHOLE closet it's nearly impossible to declutter because there is no place to sort out. xD

[@HowToGYST]

That's what hallways and other rooms are for. 😉 It does get a bit chaotic though!

[@yosoypurenergywera]

I love 💖🌈✨🌟 your Rainbowbrite tshirt! Where did you get it!?.

[@HowToGYST]

TruffleShuffle.com. =)

[@yosoypurenergywera]

Thanks a lot! Muchas gracias! Greetings from Holland!

[@RadCenter]

I would have put Sam's shoes on the bottom shelf to the left of his hanging clothes. That way there is nothing on the closet floor, which makes it easier to vacuum. Did they have Command hooks in 2018? Because you could use those to hang your straw hat, dressing gowns, and artwork. They can easily be removed without leaving a hole in your wall when you move out.

[@joeNbritt]

#RainbowBrite!