DECLUTTERING + ORGANIZING My Storage (Garage) | Minimalism

[@AshlynneEaton]

Hope you enjoy this storage + garage organization! 🤍 Don’t forget that if you want to follow along with our moving journey, you can follow me on Instagram: instagram.com/ashlynne.eaton/

[@comfyera]

Followed you on instagram! HUGE congrats again on your moving journey and looking forward to seeing all the videos you'll create in your new home!

[@juliem8450]

This is the ideal time to buy shelves for storage, before the garage starts getting fuller xx

[@AshlynneEaton]

That’s the plan!

[@ReneeRichterthisonesforyou99]

I loved that you were able to organize without spending any money. Slowly you will start to buy shelves and hooks etc. but in the meantime you have an organized clean neat garage. As you go along you'll have a better idea of what extra storage you need and want. Thanks for sharing.

[@jakem.6432]

You should paint the garage walls and floors would look nice!

[@CarolynnMarkey]

Ashlynne "we have a lot to get done" Me: she's never seen the messy minimalists garage, has she. XD LOVE YOU BOTH

[@wanderlust9372]

i miss messy minimalist's garage declutter videos tbh ^^

[@CarolynnMarkey]

@@wanderlust9372 me tooooooo

[@et4182]

I love your demeanor and how you carry yourself! Everytime I watch a video of yours I feel refreshed and recharged to take on my days lol!

[@edflaherty1887]

So with my garage I like to keep the footprint / floor totally empty by custom building shelfs that I call " free real estate. I use 1/2" plywood ( 3/4 ' is overkill )and shelf brackets. Lowe's rips the sheets down to 12", 16" or 24 " depending on the shelf size I am building. Having them do that makes it possible to get them in the car with a little bit handing out the back. My lowest shelf is 48 ' above the floor leaving the foot print more free. For storage boxes I use all the same size that are moving boxes from Lowe's . Using miscellaneous boxes ends up not taking advantage of the shelf space and looks to " busy ". The medium size moving box is about 10 " tall. I space the shelfs at about 12" That way I can get the maximum number of shelfs as I build up. With " store-bought " shelfs you will end up with less shelfs as you end up with extra space above your boxes. They also use up the foot print. The boxes are great because they have cut outs built in to grip. Then every box get's labeled . Plastic boxes are good also as you can stack like boxes and see what's in them. So every sheet of plywood gains is 32 square ft. of " free " space. The area below the shelf is used for hanging my items. Start with a 1 x 4 mounted on the wall. Doing that makes it easier to hang hooks, ect. without worrying about locating wall studs. At times below the shelf I will use the space for bulking items - like garbage cans, lawnmowers ect.

[@annetteelder-clark505]

Ur gonna hate me, but u need to move table insert inside. Garage temps (hot summer/cold winter) mess with woods. Slide the table insert under ur bed, or u can put it in one of the office closets. Mine is under my guest room bed. This way it won't crack or warp (both solid & veneers woods) in garage.

[@AshlynneEaton]

That’s a great point!! I’ll definitely move it indoors 🤍

[@maryganus2191]

Lay it flat. Wrap in cloth or sheet.

[@ChasingTravelAdventure]

Best laid under a bed, and chairs in a closet

[@annw1395]

I was going to say the same thing -- the wood needs to be inside!

[@sripriyagopi2464]

Love how you put the boxes and electronics together to recycle.. I have seen a lot of decluttering videos and most people didn't seem to consider recycling them

[@antiquesrestoration3874]

While it's fresh in your memory...write on the cans of paint which room or what was painted with it. Trust me...as time goes by...you'll forget. I would also suggest keeping your extra chairs and table leaf in your home. Garages tend to get much more dirty and dusty and are exposed more to the temperature changes which can be harmful to the wood furniture.

[@kallistoindrani5689]

The paint thing is such a good idea! Need to remember to do this too once we finished one room and move on to the next one!

[@lauramitchell6725]

And the date on top of the can.

[@cerridwenrowan]

Shelves will definitely be a worthwhile investment. I will also suggest that though it may not feel like a priority now paint. Garages tend to be put off over and over. Paint will help protect the drywall, make it easier to keep clean and finish the space. It is worth spending the time now rather than having it be a bigger job later or nag at the back of your mind for years as a "I should really get around to it" thing. And think about getting a cover for the chairs... You'd be surprised how much incidental damage and dirt/dust stuff stored in the garage can accumulate.

[@annetteelder-clark505]

On last comment... never store paint near your water heater. It is flammable. Also, paint changes with hot & cold temps. Now is a great time to hit Lowes or Home Depot & purchase a utility shelf. Put tools on one, paint supplies on another, Christmas decor on yet another. Ur a smart cookie & will figure out ur storage system but you need to move items out of the water heater corner. Better safe than sorry. Both my brothers are fire fighter/paramedics & have lectured me about not keeping anything near gas fed hot water heater. Plz don't take my busy body ways as a criticism... just want ur new home to stay safe.🙂💜💜💜💜

[@HerQuietLife]

Plus if it ever leaks or anything it can be quite the mess. My last apt the hot water tank was in the dining room and we once woke up to the entire room flooded it was such a mess 😩

[@belindamohar]

As soon as I saw thee paint by the water heater I said the same thing Flammable ⚠️ not safe

[@Sunshine_AK]

Had the same thought!

[@karenh4058]

Some freestanding shelves would be useful. Also, congrats on 200 K!

[@AshlynneEaton]

Planning on getting some soon!!

[@melissafedeli2022]

I would store your table leaf inside..... I'm an hour & a half form you in Greensboro so our weather is very similar...my leaf, over time, the wood expanded and contracted due to the moisture and humidity. The leaf was almost a different thickness of the table when I went to use it over time also the corners started to split...it broke my heart...Just a heads up! Congrats on the new place! Love your content!

[@tinamoore6352]

Congrats on 200k! I would not store anything too close to the hot water heater as it is a fire issue. Also, definitely move the table leaf and chairs inside. The change in temps will destroy them.

[@katieserra6492]

I love that you discuss proper disposal. I just wish this was easier in all areas.

[@Ripplesinthewaters]

I really wish my garage was as empty as yours is! I’m working on it!

[@mariagrundner5532]

Great video! Very motivational (I'll start decluttering right away 😂) und good to see that minimalism is a journey and not a finish line where you stop and be a minimalist forever ❤️

[@Aye_leesha]

Absolutely. You never stop decluttering but it gets easier to when you do it every now and then or monthly like myself. Usually I only have to declutter a box worth and a pair of shoes or jackets.

[@AshlynneEaton]

Oh that’s awesome! And that’s absolutely true 🥰

[@natalietaylor6993]

You always make me feel the need to keep things decluttered and clean. THANK YOU for the motivation ☺️

[@lollipop3105]

You can use the cardboard for making a vegetable garden in spring :) Now is the perfect time for starting with carrots and winter lettuce

[@emilymiller40]

I never noticed that your hair had red tones in it-love it! Indoors it isn’t as easy to see (or maybe I’m just oblivious?).

[@carlarevie6817]

Love your home - you have the right idea to just keep what you need - well done

[@leahfarrow9450]

You may want to move paint and dry boxes away from water heater.Had a friends house burn down due to flammable thing next to their water heater.Stay safe blessings

[@larissatom6910]

Wow! 200K. I remember when you had something like 15K. Keep up the great work!

[@et4182]

Right!! I noticed the 200k!! So proud!

[@susie7336]

I’m loving all the tips shared here in the comments almost as much I’m loving this upload!

[@LouiseHultcrantz]

I don't know why, but I'm very fascinated by that "wreath box/container" 😂 I've never seen something like that before. Very smart though

[@EstyNistor]

Even your “mess” looks organized! Love your vids ❤️

[@jenniferhadley2037]

Every single time I watch your videos I think, "I love the way she lives. So sustainable and minimal. I love the amount of items she has. I can do that!" Then I look up to find a house full of toys, messy high chairs and a messy kitchen full of snacks. Haha. I think to myself, "Can one be a minimal AND have small kids?" Love your videos girl! I watch every time you upload :)

[@shelbizzle131]

These videos always pop up on my way home from work and I get so excited!! I love the progress you’ve made! Thank you for bringing us with you 😂😭❤️

[@debrastewart6714]

You can buy shelving units from hardware stores , there great for storage ,and easy to more around as you need too. Enjoyed this video ,good luck 👍😀

[@carolynnemilmine4147]

Congrats on 200K!!! Definitely should have some shelving built for better storage. Wow you have such a small amount of stuff in your garage. We have tons of stuff that needs to be sorted.

[@AshlynneEaton]

Thanks so much for the idea! I think our plan is to do some sort of shelving eventually 🥰

[@cathylynnpietranton]

Good job. 👍👍Ashlynne are you guys are you going to paint the garage walls and maybe put up some shelves or cabinets to store your stuff in.❤

[@carolinaferreyro2745]

Congratulations!! 200K!

[@AshlynneEaton]

Thanks so much!! 🥰🎉

[@imanonymous5450]

I just saw a 8 Yr old video of u.. Wow what a change.. The confidence in u has boosted up 😍all the best ❤️ n u r cute too 😍🙈

[@ervinsmoviecorner8748]

Happy Weekend, Ashlynne!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@AshlynneEaton]

Thanks so much Ervin!

[@ervinsmoviecorner8748]

You're welcome, Ashlynne!

[@MsStarbright84]

I see that 200k congrats on the hard work!!!!! Love your channel 😀💜

[@carmenirizarry7632]

Love it! Wise decisions on grouping . Some shelving may be nice too!

[@BelmarLane]

So many great tips just from the comments!

[@sharonshmuel3386]

Hi love your channel & congrats on 200K well deserved lol 💖

[@agirlwithasuitcase4100]

So much progress!

[@AshlynneEaton]

Thank you!!

[@karishmap6350]

Congratulations on ur 200k ..I am one of ur most recent subscriber .. I am watching ur videos since last yr ..

[@AshlynneEaton]

Oh thank you!!

[@tobiernotobie]

Great video!💖💖💖💖

[@kathyesargent9088]

I would put your table leaf in a closet or under the bed it might warp in the garage. Hot then cold.

[@minimalzebra]

Congratulations on reaching 200k subscribers!

[@embraceintentions]

I don’t even have a garage and found this video super interesting 😅

[@inni3642]

SAME haha! Jesus bless you ❤️✝️

[@julieanne7223]

Now you might have to consider getting some shelves so you can get all your stuff off the floor just in case your garage floods or something. good video and congrats on 200k.

[@mplotusflower]

Do you have a Buy Nothing Charlotte? We have several in our area near Chapel Hill. It is great for the items that are free to good home.

[@Ripplesinthewaters]

Is there an indoor closet you can put the table leaf and chairs in? The extreme temps of a garage might warp them.

[@JOANAS30]

Are you going to paint your garage? I think it would make a huge difference ^^

[@andreaherreragarcia6719]

Love your content. Te mando un saludo desde México :)

[@AshlynneEaton]

🤍🤍🤍

[@lindar6151]

Did you consider getting some shelving to store all of those items? This way they stay off the ground and it would free up more space.

[@ariannali9]

Love your videos! This is super random, but in a video SUPER long ago you were talking about the one pair of sandal heels you really loved that were comfy and I can't remember the brand. do you know the brand/recommend one for comfortable go-to heels?

[@AbundantAcresHomestead]

Wow your garage is empty compared to ours! We have zones in our garage...home repair/garden outdoors / decorations / mechanical / and woodworking. Like I said we have TONS of stuff but easy to find in zones.

[@chillibird2511]

Looks great - be easier to find things. Are you going to install a garage shelf system. Thanks for sharing

[@AshlynneEaton]

Eventually yes! Although I think we want to live in the space a bit longer to figure out exactly what we need

[@Rachel_seethegoodandbeautiful]

Costco has sturdy and affordable shelves that are great for garages, if you can’t find them readily on FB Marketplace. Would the chairs and table leaf fit in your coat closet or guest room? Would make it so handy when guests come and preserve the condition. Congratulations on buying your first home!

[@AshlynneEaton]

Thanks for the suggestion! Definitely wanting to get shelves at some point, and I think we might try moving the chairs and leaf to an indoor closet 🤍

[@TheStitchinWitch]

For future reference, we bought second-hand sheets for literally just a few dollars to use as the drop cloths when we're painting. Painting tarps are great, but it's cheaper to buy the sheets.

[@AshlynneEaton]

Love that idea! If we hadn’t been painting Christopher’s office dark blue (we have white carpets) I definitely would have looked into that! But I just didn’t want to chance any paint at all seeping through. Definitely with keep that in mind for the future though!

[@TheStitchinWitch]

@@AshlynneEaton I've never had a problem with seepage. We used it when we painted navy blue as an accent wall in our old place, and we had light carpet too. No issues. Just so you know, it does work. 😊

[@charlenebrissette3348]

Don’t forget to use the wall space too. Maybe get that black wall unit at Home Depot.

[@kathyesargent9088]

We put wood in our attic garage and have a floor for Christmas storage.

[@AshlynneEaton]

We’re thinking about moving our Christmas and camping stuff out to our attic too!

[@amyli092]

I love how because Ashlynne finally owns a home, everybody in the comments is jumping at the chance to give their advice and say things that I know are coming from a good place, but it also comes across as annoying.... In the end, Ashlynne and Christopher will be making their own decisions for this house that THEY own. I'm just here for the enjoyment of this homeownership process personally

[@denisecarter5117]

Like every other American garage owner you need some shelves or cabinets to put things in.

[@bruce5895]

Tip # 31 for saving your money, if you don't need it, don't buy it.

[@hollysprite3096]

Simple but amazing advice ☝🏻

[@bruce5895]

@@hollysprite3096 Thankyou

[@conniesoares157]

If you have a Re-Store they might take the new can of stain!

[@HerQuietLife]

Yes I love habitat restore! I bought a 5 gal bucket of nice grey paint for like $25 and it worked wonderfully.

[@susanrikimaru6630]

They would take the light fixture too!

[@carolynridlon3988]

If you have a habitat for humanity restore location will take the light fixtures, stains & paints, ....

[@Hanni-v8f]

Super❤️ sister

[@Hanni-v8f]

❤️

[@kristinestocker]

Go ahead and keep the trash can in the garage. You'll be surprised how often you use it.

[@ANASantos519]

Shelves? 😜

[@AshlynneEaton]

We’ll definitely add those eventually!

[@kathyesargent9088]

Get the paint away from water heater it is flammable

[@mysticfox1563]

Latex paint isn’t flammable.

[@koko137591]

🖐🏼🙂

[@ChasingTravelAdventure]

Get those paint cans away from your hot water heater!!!! They are flammable!!!!

[@bf309]

Unsure if you have a habitat for humanity ( restore) near you but they could take old paint/ stains/ furniture/ any thrift items and go for a good cause : )

[@kathyesargent9088]

The builder should’ve painted the inside of your garage.

[@AshlynneEaton]

I don’t think that’s particularly standard in North Carolina 🤍

[@joanmcmanus5320]

I suggest that you paint it as soon as you can, before it fills up!

[@heather.g2968]

Oh thank God something less cringeworthy, just got done watching some Hoarders lol

[@bellac8414]

first lol

[@AshlynneEaton]

Thanks for watching Bella!!

[@bellac8414]

@@AshlynneEaton aww no problem!!🤍🤍

[@janaalawady3665]

Sorry but this was very boring

[@noellexd8831]

you must smoke alot of pot lol

[@amyli092]

Are you saying that as a joke or something? This comment kind of comes across as weird to me... 🤨

[@noellexd8831]

@@amyli092 Not really a joke, or being rude either. She's just so incredibly calm. I don't think I've ever seen such a calm person lol