Easy decluttering in a cluttered home

[@tristavalentour7575]

That is such a cool living room! I would have loved to have seen the couch in its prime. I am sad for the owner but so glad you were able to bring order to the chaos! Excellent work Barbie! 🦋

[@Snoops510]

The juxtaposition between the "still in original package" items, clothing items still new with tags buried under other new items against the condition of the sofa just shows how little we understand about the issues these people are dealing with on a daily basis. You really gave this person a good start, Barbie.

[@feliciawilliams5720]

That couch just stumped me…how can one not see that 😮

[@JOSIE19643]

Great job as always !! Thanks for using the tool for the carpet that I send you 👍 love that thing ! I got one for myself since I have a dog that shed alot ! Stay safe and have a great week-end ❤🇨🇦

[@cleanwithbarbie]

Thank you! I love that tool 😍😍😍😍😍

[@tinasrandomthings2553]

I need this tool. Where do I find one?

[@rosalind4444]

I kept seeing an ad for a tool like that, and I almost bought it but wasn’t sure if it would really work. That made such a huge difference! I’d love to know where to buy one also. I forgot the name of the ad I saw a while ago. It was showing to use it on stairs that are hard to get into the creases and corners. Midwest Magic Cleaning sent me to your channel. Good job! ❤

[@kittycatpurrs]

that tool is great for smaller areas but, for cleaning larger areas like rugs I suggest investing in a rubber broom. It is a game changer. I have one that is broom on one side and squeegee on the other. The trick with a rubber broom is to use short quick strokes. It will get up everhy bit of pet fur and human hair and is so gratifying. I also use mine during the winter months to scrape the snow from sidewalk and cars. The squeeqee is extremely helpful for cleaning off the car. I got mine years ago from qvc but, they have them many places including amazon.Mine came as a set of a regular rubber broom, one with squeegee on other side, and one with a short handle to use on furniture, etc.

[@CallMeTippy]

I love the colors in this apartment! The green and orange combo is 👌🏾👌🏾.

[@amonralice]

If a person starts decluttering on sections, it's easier. I had to do the decluttering process alone, and it was hard. It helps to have someone with you, with an outside view, and the time passes quicker, too. 😊

[@LaurenSmith-tb6ye]

That appartment is amazing! I love the style and color!😊

[@arkanalguawi3981]

I always love your videos. You are a lovely and capable and strong and proud woman and I am learning a lot from you. Cheer. Well done great respect for you🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏💪💪💪💪💪💪

[@clumsyzombie3144]

God bless you Barbie for your empathy, kindness, and compassion. Watching you do this, I know I can declutter and clean my home too. It is great to watch you as I clean so I don't feel so alone.

[@carmensockie2990]

Watching your videos for a few times has gave the motivation to clean my house Thank you for sharing I admire your dedication and determination and besides all that the love that you have shown to all this people 😢we need more people like you in this world Blessings 😊❤❤❤❤

[@cleanwithbarbie]

I’m very glad❤️❤️❤️thank you! ❤️

[@lindawilson4625]

Great job even without vacuuming! Maybe now she will be inspired to get someone to help her remove the sofa. Tasks like that are not easy even in the best of situations when you live in a NY apartment. THANKS for all you do!

[@jarcha4200]

That sofa left behind the world of “damaged” when all the stuffing was pulled out, the fabric on the back was removed and it was seriously water damaged. That is a trashed health hazard, not a damaged sofa. I would it out moving it out may be a challenge.

[@johnkelly9451]

​@@jarcha4200It looks to me like worn fabric that exposed foam? Did I miss something for water damage? I'll have to watch again.

[@marilyncobb4469]

Hi I came over to your channel from recommendation from Midwest magic clean shouting you out. I love what you guys do to help people. Thanks

[@cleanwithbarbie]

Thank you and welcome here! ❤️❤️❤️

[@SandraDonaghy]

That’s how I came to be aware of Cleaning with Barbie!

[@Dwd63]

I would love to see a six month follow up on all theses homes. I always wonder if they revert back to old habits. Great job as always x

[@veganryori]

How would that help the homeowner's situation? That's voyeurism. If you want to see what hoarder houses look like when they're decluttering then follow A Hoarder's Heart she shows it all 👍

[@veganryori]

And it's her own house so she has chosen to show it.

[@AS-xi9df]

Watching from across the pond 🇬🇧 👍🇺🇸

[@bettywatts175]

I have even more respect for you after helping our friend this past weekend working hard for just two days. My husband and I are in our 70's and hauled out a sofa and twi briken futons and brought back in a large sofa. It took me 2 hours to clean the refrigerator and it was basically empty when I started. I did lots of cleaning while my husband and friend took 27 tubs of stuff and more to donate. When we left, he had a nice living room area, a clean bathroom and kitchen. There were still lots of things to go through but so much better. Our friend had suffered for years with depression and anxiety but is finally getting help and doing much better. Ee helped him get a fresh start and have great hope for his future. I understand why you clean for strangers in such hreat need. But it was exhausting work mentally and physically.

[@josephdaly2015]

Fantastic transformation in this room. You’ve helped this family so much. Well done as always and take a bow 🙇‍♀️ Have a great weekend. Mary, Joes wife 🙇‍♀️👏👍💪🙏💐

[@WomensTop20]

Nice! Lo9ks like the furniture was probably really cute when she first bought it.

[@CCAnne]

People like you are incredible! It’s nearly impossible to find someone to clean that’s not hundreds and you’re amazing at it and so kind. I’m in NY I don’t rent I own my home now but ever since we bought our house life has been chaos and it’s unbelievable all that I keep having to juggle. I need to deep clean and organize so bad it I can’t find anytime, because I have my daughter who’s severely autistic 24/7 I can’t leave her unattended even with the nanny can on in the playroom or she will get herself in trouble I pray to find someone like you to help me I can’t find at cleaning people that don’t want a mortgage payments worth and my house is not even remotely close to what I see on your videos and so many others. I just need help so desperately and there’s no one it’s unbelievable all the cleaning people want clean homes to clean here! How that even makes sense makes no sense 😭yet I see so many cleaning places that I am shocked aren’t condemned.

[@johnkelly9451]

🙏 ❤❤❤

[@mmp495]

I wish peace, joy and prosperity to all who suffer this way. Life is beautiful and has so much to enjoy and offer as we to it. ❤❤❤

[@bobbishuemaker7973]

I gave my daughter one of those tools for her carpet!! I got a chom chom for pet hair on furniture. Best thing ever if you have pets!

[@AZHITW]

Sometimes when I get lazy, I'll clean the carpet under my dressing table with cheap packing tape. I rip off a piece of tape put it sticky side down and press with my hands and any loose hair sticks to the tape. I use the same piece of tape moving it around until it stops picking up stuff. It works!

[@genwhite1175]

I love the music you use in your videos! You made a big difference in this room. It looks so nice and I'm sure it will really lift this lady's spirits. It was great watching you wipe the cloth along the window sill too and seeing all the dirt that came off it. Great job, Barbie!

[@AngusHenry09]

Another FABULOUS job by Barbie !!!

[@cleanwithbarbie]

Thank you! ❤️❤️

[@timetochange3002]

Really enjoyed your choice of music. It’s relaxing 👏👏👏

[@cleanwithbarbie]

I’m glad 🥰🥰🥰

[@eyesup9542]

Me too ❤

[@justkiddin84]

Yes, the one in the middle, kind of like an Indian raga, especially ❤

[@jenpink4298]

You are such a hard worker! If I had gotten down like that to clean the carpet I would never have been able to get back up😂 it was actually a nice break to see you cleaning and organizing a place that was not crawling with bugs everywhere. This will be much easier for the mom to maintain with less stuff in it. I’m glad that she was willing to let things go. I know that when I have too much stuff, I can’t even keep it organized. I just run out of room. It doesn’t matter if it’s a full room or a kitchen drawer, you can only fit so much stuff inside and have it be organized. You do a great job with this!❤

[@grogers8925]

Great job! No creepy crawlers! Could someone not donate a new Sofa for this poor Mother! I would if I could! 👍👍👍👍

[@penny7537]

I love the music in this video

[@InTheEndTruthWillOut]

First a very kind reminder to not judge people. Like the sofa. They maybe get to feel better just buying things. But when in this state of mind- how would they be able to figure out “oh I just stop buying for 3 months then I will buy a new sofa. Everyone does go through hardship in different ways- Barbie is right. And then… “I don’t understand why everyone keeps so many iPad boxes.” I nearly spit my coffee out lol! So do I !😂

[@justkiddin84]

😂 Yep!

[@jenpink4298]

Me too 😂

[@diananore1368]

Pleasant music…calming ❤

[@cleanwithbarbie]

I’m glad if you like it

[@johnwolfe2616]

Sue Wolfe- I believe that your help can encourage the homeowner to "keep going". Sometimes folks get into a place where it's difficult to get started. Someone to help them get started may be all it takes! Thanks for your inspiration! 👏👍💪❤️

[@leashy1204]

Great job Barbie!! 👍👍✌💌

[@joannaheyman]

Empty iPhone & iPad boxes are great to use as organizers

[@justkiddin84]

And if you still have the phone, it is easier to sell or trade it in the original box.😉

[@kaitlinhillier]

I'm a pro organizer and use these as drawer dividers so clients get to keep them ;)

[@joannaheyman]

@@kaitlinhillier me too

[@veronikahellsnova7510]

Having a vacuum makes the job easer. And a couch you can buy them at a second hand store for like 100$ max . Love your videos !!

[@invitesbydani]

Usually these cleaners don't want to use a vacuum because it can get stuff like bug eggs in them... that stuff can be transferred back to their car, and to their personal home. They know what they're doing by not using one.

[@KSMO1031]

@@invitesbydani I use hepa filter bags just for that reason when cleaning a home like this. It's hard to find a vacuum nowadays that isn't bagless though.

[@VectorRabbit]

But how do you transport it home and carry it up flights of stairs into your NYC apt?

[@JanUK26]

Think the persin bought the sofa with reupholstering it in mind as there seems to be a 60s vibe with the carpet and the table.

[@d-anger-noodle]

Not sure if they decorated themselves, but the color pallete and decor is on-point 👌

[@justkiddin84]

Yes! I liked the bright colors!

[@artinstitchtute9731]

I was thinking the same thing! The rug and that table!😍😍

[@lindamiller1945]

I enjoyed, and you do a great job Barbie.

[@lorettalouvros207]

Love you Barbie ❤🎉 You did another AMAZING Job! Big Love as well to the Mom that lives here ☺️✌️🌻

[@zynzane9680]

Came to watch from Midwest Magic Cleaning, he recommended your channel.

[@cleanwithbarbie]

Welcome here ❤️❤️❤️

[@wallybee-2683]

Mike, Barbie &Aurikaterina are the best!

[@snudder.s.m.l.5026]

I feel so bad fore that mom, she needs a vacuum so much. Great job ❤❤❤ Bless you fore helping her. ❤❤❤

[@screumeuleu]

Well done, courageous little angel !

[@kimberlywallace6102]

Nice job Barbie, looks totally amazing when you're finished. I know this has to help the home owner. It is easy to have an area that you are not sure where to start cleaning, but like you you just start in one area & work your way around. When I have been cleaning a room, (if I have to much stuff) I will totally empty out the room & go through stuff & put where it is needed. Sometimes there can be so much stuff in a room that there is not enough room to move around, so I find it is easier to start with a empty room & start putting stuff back in where it needs to go. But I know this can't always happen, especially if you have more than one room to clean (you just do what is best way for you to do the cleaning). And don't worry about what the furniture looks like now that can always be replaced when the person is able or is ready for a change (don't worry about what others think just move forward & keep working toward your goals). Take baby steps & keep setting baby steps once you reach one go to the next & before you know it you will feel better about yourself & your home will look amazing.

[@dandelacruz4772]

Very good job. Is so satisfying seeing this. 😊

[@cleanwithbarbie]

Thank you! ❤️❤️

[@crystalroby1167]

I really hope she paid you for your hard work. If she can afford all those electronics and other items she can afford to pay you for your time. You're worth it!!

[@LC-38338]

Angel Barbie, thank you for sharing with us another excellent organizing and cleaning video! Your videos are very enjoyable to watch, and well narrated. Great job!

[@KSMO1031]

I always wondered how a place could become like this. Over the last 2 years I've been working on my mother in laws home. She's a hoarder and has a 3 bedroom house that is piled to the ceiling with similar items like this apartment was. She's been in the home for 40+ years and if she brought in 1 object per day that's 14,600 objects in the time she's been there. She got to a point 10 years ago where she stopped cleaning. I think that's what a lot of these videos show. People get to a point where they can't deal with life or their apartment/home and just stop cleaning and picking up after themselves. It's very sad but I hope this person is able to stay on top of their apartment.

[@johnkelly9451]

We are starting to say; The first 25% of our lives, we didn't have anything. The second 25% of our lives, we bought things. The third 25% of our lives, we spent trying to organize and manage all these things and the last 25% of our lives, we're trying to declutter and give away, donate or throw it all away... Just depends on when life happens to spin you out of control over and over until you have the daunting task of digging back out over and over in the aftermath... ty Barbie, Midwest Majic and just found A beautiful mess tks to recommendations and mentions of eachother...you've all helped us put that foot forward, one in front of the other each day, to get back up and go again as we're healing...forever grateful to each of you...your each angels thankyou ❤❤❤!

[@wandamitchell8010]

I see this person buys lots of computers and things. I guess a vacuum cleaner is not on the list. You always do great.

[@AlexisHiemis]

It's the same as with the couch: Mental illness makes some people buy stuff that feels instantly rewarding and is cheap (clothes) so they can't afford big investments like a new couch that they actually need. It's not a failure of will, they are not bad people, it's a failure of the brain to regulate properly. I am budgeting for a move with a big closet and my brain is also like 'Ugh I don't want a useful closet, I want clothes and hobby stuff and cosmetics'. The difference is through years of therapy I can now push through it. Without it my home would likely be like this.

[@feliciawilliams5720]

Or replacing the couch….

[@evie7845]

New subscriber here.Recommended on Auri’s KZbin channel. You are such s hard worker and do an amazing job.

[@cleanwithbarbie]

Awww thank you! And welcome here! ❤️❤️❤️

[@evie7845]

@@cleanwithbarbie ♥️

[@carolynoquinn4573]

You go girl!!!

[@tanschi8449]

Hi Barbie, I visited your amazon wishlist and found it was empty. I'm not in the US so I'm nos sure if your items are not visible to non us watchers. I´d love to buy some stuff for your cleaning endeavours but can't find the way to do it. As always, cogratulations on your hard work, kindness and persistence. I hope to see more of you soon and that your channel grows exponentially

[@suewright984]

You can donate through the super thanks button.

[@TheVanna220]

Less is more… I don’t keep a lot of things… But I hate clean period But after watching your videos in particular I do a little in the morning and night each day Makes a big difference 🎉

[@anad5238]

Amazing work 😊

[@barbarakoehler7334]

Hi Barbie, 👋 Here to see another video, Always look forward to them 😊. Because you are wonderful 😊 ❤️ 💖

[@JessicaPerlove]

Unbelievable progress!

[@paulinegorbett]

I love this so much.

[@mariacabrera9336]

Great job 👍

[@ruthiezophia7118]

Looks like that was a pretty hip apt. With Parque floors. Wow if those are real.

[@marystrenke3050]

I know! I love it - the furniture too. Truthfully would have to repair the sofa🥰

[@lmbclm4]

Love what you do but need a vacuum for rugs. Great job

[@Ann-hd7oi]

😊 great job 👏

[@melaniesander9605]

Great job as always!

[@Nyx773]

This is me at 2:40 “The condition of the couch: I kindly ask you not to judge. For many people, the realization that they need help comes comes late. As a result, slowly but surely, things crumble, drains get clogged, things get broken. Then it becomes a long lasting situation that can span months or even YEARS. By the time they reach out for help, they are often ASHAMED of the state of their home and HESITATE to invite anyone inside their home. That is why broken furniture is kept.”

[@bobbishuemaker7973]

Awesome video!

[@cleanwithbarbie]

Thank you! ❤️

[@shettikkawoods3248]

Awesome 😊job❤👍🏽 ❤

[@dorenedaniels7493]

God bless you 🙏❤️

[@momtrips6783]

There's no shame in keeping a damaged couch. A new one costs a lot of money, so many folks just throw a blanket over the old one and keep using it -- i've done this myself and I know lots of people with kids and pets that do this whether the couch is damaged or not.

[@samanthastaley8836]

I agree small children make messes and spills. New puppies chew. Why get new until they are older and can respect house hold items

[@humeyraamir8310]

They have like 3 apple ipad boxes lying around... And they are hella expensive so they could definitely invest in a couch too!!

[@justkiddin84]

@@humeyraamir8310 maybe not there, oh judgy one. Those may have been gifts from a family member. Never make assumptions. Makes an….well you know the old saying.

[@angelarothbauer8096]

iPads may have been gifts to the children also- hubby and I gifted some to grandchildren

[@kellydayGr]

​@@humeyraamir8310 exactly, my thoughts too . People are full of excuses for their stupid spending habits.

[@DVD927]

Excellent!!!

[@Malijamke]

Well done Barbie❤ you did an amazing job as always , love from germany❤

[@barbie5697]

Barbie 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼❤️

[@lgibson0515]

Another awesome job!! 🎉❤🎉❤ God bless!!

[@sharronlewis3429]

🇬🇧❤️ Morning Barbie 😇, what a difference 🎀 💐

[@jeniceowen5184]

I really like this kind of videos. Having to wear protective cloths and mask is scary.

[@cleanwithbarbie]

I’m glad if you like a light cleaning like this 🥰🥰

[@Azoreanislandgirl64]

❤

[@aljanehebert9709]

Well done! : )

[@andersdottir1111]

I like the empty iPhone boxes as they are a strong cardboard- I put them in my bathroom drawers to separate items. Just looking at that sofa every day would make me depressed. I’d get the janitor to put it in the bin that these large apartment buildings have, go to goodwill and then pay a man with a utility to deliver. Also purchase fewer clothes and buy a vacuum cleaner.

[@gregpendrey6711]

Hi B I know you are practicing certain sounds❤️ At this important time with all your subscribers there is not much time for practice. Tip: say episode in place of video when it can fill in. Your English and vocabulary range is expert level. I can’t do what you are doing. B I think miracle worker is your secret moniker.

[@humeyraamir8310]

Excellent work done

[@helenlebel6948]

Nice job!! I can totally see why the owner would want to keep the couch even though it is pretty beat up, because it completely matches the color scheme of the coffee table and the rug -. Maybe the couch can be repaired???? ☺💖

[@SimplyDLJ]

Amazing!!! Hope they can get a new sofa!

[@angelarothbauer8096]

Great job

[@carolynoquinn4573]

Very fun, a great job as usual! That "couch" has got to go!

[@ddubinski2]

Maybe someone close to this person gave it to her and passed. That's hard to just heave it out

[@carolynoquinn4573]

@@ddubinski2 Goodwill?

[@debby891]

Amazing job Barbie and I know how much it must mean to the homeowner ❤. I live that item you used on the carpet and didn’t see it on your supply list. What is it? With seven pets, would love to get one! That did an amazing job!

[@lucyrademakers4188]

❤❤❤😊

[@nicola_pink]

I would watch an hour long video of you scraping that rug 😂❤

[@joanneshowers4487]

CWB please tell me which steam cleaning tool you use when cleaning bathrooms and tile. HELP!

[@margiebeeb2836]

Very nice, you always do a great job😊❤️

[@lindafett1826]

That's a handy rug tool😊to have

[@pam9247]

Just put a cover on couch to sit on. Temporary but fine.

[@shoffman4177]

My cellphone store always tells me to keep my iPhone boxes because trade in value or resell value is much lower without the box🤷🏼‍♀️

[@suemorris6336]

I would suggest covering the sofa with a sheet or something. More for cleanliness than aesthetics. Just sayin. I have had more couches wrapped in sheets than not.

[@brendalonergan5111]

So true about keeping iPhone boxes😂 Another great clean, Barbie🎉

[@camilleb7997]

Where did you get that tool to clean the carpet?????

[@camilleb7997]

Barbie, please tell this Lady to throw away this torn up sofa!❤️❤️❤️😇😇😇🙏🙏🙏

[@bettywatts175]

Sorry for the typod

[@justkiddin84]

Another job well done! I have a question? Is it possible to rent carpet/upholstery steamers in the city? In more suburban places, they are available to rent at stores. Not expecting you to do this, just wondering if they can follow up with one later.

[@57waterlily]

What is that tool that you used to clean the carpet with?

[@cleanwithbarbie]

Rug cleaning #cleanwithme #cleaningvlog #speedcleaning

[@eyesup9542]

♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@geli2859]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@SamiaSamia-pt2hl]

🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉😊😊😊😊😊

[@TheVanna220]

How do we book you

[@tridaknatridakna]

Why don't you use vacuum cleaner for the carpet?

[@ashleyruma9591]

Some duct tape and a couch cover set would help immensely.

[@Samkeno54]

I wonder what happened here? It's clear at one time in the past the person must have had some pride in their home due to the way all the decor matches. However, the couch now looks like a wild animal has been let loose on it and the place clearly hasn't been cleaned for a long time. It's sad!