Getting ORGANIZED at the HOUSE I Episode 6

[@BenitaLarsson]

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[@MyCozyLife-Lisa]

The time, dedication, and love you’re putting into this home is so inspiring. I can imagine how beautiful it will be when it’s completed😊

[@BenitaLarsson]

We love it so much!

[@cathybroadwood6938]

You have a genius for imposing order on your surroundings, Benita, which is a joy to watch... thank you 😁

[@BenitaLarsson]

I’m so glad you enjoyed it!

[@diamant1081]

I love how you, Will and Victoria are so thoughtful how to decorate and use the house. Not in a rush, but slowly and practical. It is a beautiful old house and I wish you many happy summers there! Irma from the Netherlands

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you, it is a long term project😊

[@kareneDallas]

These old buildings are beautiful and have so much character with large old hand hewn timbers. I’m so glad they have not been torn down.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Yes, so much character!

[@annrubino6252]

I am living a dream, vicariously through you, Benita. Thank you for these videos - you are doing a magnificent favour to our world.

[@BenitaLarsson]

I’m so happy you’re enjoying the videos!

[@annecarter5181]

Such a transformation from last year!! You have brought so much life back into that “antique” house.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Looking back we have done quite a bit already and it feels so good!

[@szilviafabian9171]

I really like how you create organization easily anywhere! I never get bored watching it.🥰

[@BenitaLarsson]

So happy you're enjoying the videos!

[@fiddlersthree8463]

I grew up in an old farmhouse and I was never so happy as when I could live in a new house without 100-year-old dirt to deal with. Hats off to you, Benita, for saving the treasures and restoring the house. It's still all just old stuff to me!!

[@BenitaLarsson]

I totally get that!😊

[@jenniferboyle2865]

A new house will become an old house, if it lasts that long, most new houses definitely not built to last. Also all houses get dirty if you don’t clean them. ❣️

[@lifeinseason]

I grew up in a 200 year old house. We moved to a brand new house after 15 years and I swear it saved my parents marriage! My dad has always told us - never buy an old house or wood-sided house you need to paint every few years. As an adult I have enough maintenance of my 35 year old house, I can’t imagine what my parents went through!

[@fiddlersthree8463]

@@jenniferboyle2865 We did clean our house!!! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 I don't think you quite get the idea of the slow accumulation of "dirt" that becomes part of the structure of an old building, and no amount of cleaning save a total excavation will get rid of it.

[@jenniferboyle2865]

@@fiddlersthree8463 I never said you didn’t clean your house, I don’t know anything about you! I just don’t agree with you, I live in a very old house in the UK, so believe me I do understand. Each to their own I suppose.

[@lisadougherty5999]

You're so clever Benita and organized, your vlogs are so calming and joyful.

[@BenitaLarsson]

I’m so glad you enjoy them!

[@markwalton4383]

Unless you’re an ABBA fan this will mean nothing, but I got quite excited a mere 57 seconds into the video when you went past the building on the train that used to house ABBA’s former Polar Recording Studios 😀

[@BenitaLarsson]

I do like ABBA but had no idea😅

[@CL-rh8ti]

Your haircut is so cool! Also the house is chef’s kiss and makes me appreciate the things around my own quirky country house

[@BenitaLarsson]

Quirky is so good, right?

[@iriswelch3553]

You've made so much progress already! It's clean and livable. I love the vintage wallpaper. What a lovely place to enjoy the summer!

[@BenitaLarsson]

It's so nice to spend time there!

[@AnnSarasvati]

I agree. It’s so clean and livable already. I’m so impressed with your organization even in an old antique home. Inspirational and useful ideas.

[@Izzyic7505]

I’ve said before you’ve done an amazing job so far. You are such a hard worker. I hope the kids appreciate your skill, knowledge and ‘just get it done’ mentality. Hats off to you 🤩

[@BenitaLarsson]

They do and work hard in the house too!

[@vivian9803]

A lot of work, Benita, but everything is coming along very nicely. I especially loved how the workshop looks after you cleaned it up and organized it.

[@BenitaLarsson]

A lot of work but so satisfying!

[@lucynanitschke1066]

Beautiful place, I really like the way You organized that old house with unique atmosphere.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!

[@museumgroupee]

That workshop shed is super organized and very clean 😁 love watching these Summer House updates! You are amazing and so inspiring and creative. For some reason I couldn’t find you in my list of KZbin subscriptions for the last 4-5 months. KZbin had “unsubscribed” me! That happened with another channel I like. So glad I found you again. ❤️

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thanks for re-subscribing! How odd!

[@marshahalper9492]

You truly have a gift for transforming a house into a home! Thank you for this newest inspiring can-do video! 😍

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you! I'm so glad you enjoyed it!

[@adriiteach]

Absolutely amazing! You've done so much! I can't wait to see the progress as time goes by!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!

[@martinefaguy3840]

OMG the house is GORGEOUS! Thanks for sharing with us, Benita! Love from 🇨🇦

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you, we love it so much!

[@sarcasticinfj5310]

Your summerhouse is a dream! But, Benita, I absolutely love your jeans! You are living the dream! ❤ from the other side of the world, South Africa 🇿🇦

[@BenitaLarsson]

I do love having the house as a long term project with Wille and Victoria!

[@carmenlheureux5435]

It's all so cute and well organised with all those baskets! The workshop is a dream come true! I can't say how much I envy you.

[@BenitaLarsson]

The workshop is such a gem to have!

[@OfraSharon-Afir]

I am also a minimalist, and as such, I could never live in an old house like your summer home. I'd feel dirty and itchy if I ever tried. I am absolutely in awe over your ability to switch from a minimalistic city home to an old, rustic country house, and back again, and feel at home in both. BTW, the transformation of the country house is amazing.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@ioana-andreealungu]

Your videos are so beautiful and orderly and calm, Benita! They help me unwind. Thank you very much and I hope you will continue the great work for years to come! ❤

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much for watching them!

[@amyg.5376]

I love the navy wallpaper in the bedroom behind the kitchen....inspiration for my own house!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Happy you found some ideas!

[@melaniehodgson4093]

You have already transformed your summer house so beautifully. I’m fascinated and looking forward to seeing more. Also really jealous, it’s so beautiful.

[@BenitaLarsson]

It’s such a special place!

[@LynsieAshsu]

These country house renovation and organization are so inspiring. Would love to learn more about the Swedish culture of summer homes and culture in general. Thank you for the video.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you, I’ll keep that in mind!

[@sophiablow3422]

I am half way through and had to stop the video. Franticly making a meal and missing all the lovely calming organisation. I need a coffee, footstool and quiet to enjoy this. See you later ❤

[@BenitaLarsson]

Aww, I hope you’ll enjoy the full video!

[@sophiablow3422]

Not sure if Virginia Woolf would not have penned A Workshop of One's Own had she had access to power tools.

[@christinevanwolleghem7872]

J'admire votre sens de l'organisation et votre bon goût, votre maison est ravissante et ce n'est pas fini ! Bravo

[@BenitaLarsson]

Merci! Still a lot to do but it’s coming along!

[@SueRobinson-j4c]

Wow Bernita! It’s looking amazing - You are such a grafter. I’m inspired to get better at d.i.y after watching you😊Love your calming videos, they are a joy to watch. Also love the way you make everything look so simple and de-cluttered. Can’t wait to see the next one ❤

[@debbieredhill]

You're all turning the house into a beautiful home. You've achieved so much in such a short time. I'm looking forward to seeing how you transform the whole place . Xxx

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you, it’s a labor of love😊

[@debbieredhill]

@@BenitaLarsson 🥰

[@susaneb1954]

Great progress and organisation Benita. Love seeing an old house coming back to life.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you, we love doing it!

[@irishussong8197]

Dear Benita! Thank you so much for showing us around your summer house and property, so amazing what you have achieved so far! Great job!! You can be proud of yourself 🤗🤩the house has such a cozy look, I am sure, you are very happy to be there!❤️see you soon, take care! Cheers from Iris 🌸☀️🤩

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thanks so much and for watching again, Iris!

[@irishussong8197]

@@BenitaLarsson 🌸🙋‍♀️🤩

[@deeoh3708]

wow Benita! you have achieved so much! The house is looking very comfortable and the workshop area has so much history with the fireplace for the forge and work benches. Looking great!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!

[@bdoll1012]

Everything looks great, love how you organize things, bit by bit, everything is getting done! Really enjoying watching this process. Thanks for including us in your journey!

[@BenitaLarsson]

I do love to organize😅

[@Мариядис-й3ж]

The floral wallpaper in your home is very beautiful🌸. Combined with minimalism, it's super!

[@BenitaLarsson]

It’s most likely not staying 😅

[@Rositasparks]

It’s so fun to see the progress and the organization of all the “ bits and bobs” thx for another lovely video Benita! Have a super rest of the summer ❤ 🏠 🇸🇪

[@BenitaLarsson]

Glad you enjoyed it and thank you, I wish you the same!

[@victoria8612]

That's such a genius of you to always well organize the environment surrounding you. Your videos give me lots of inspirations. Thanks so much for sharing all this.

[@xpsxps1339]

It's already possible to see how much potential the house has and how much you can make of it. It's a lovely place, filled with history and memories, to which you can soon add your own. And the outside washing station is adorable. Very stylish!

[@BenitaLarsson]

It really does have so much potential!🏡

[@xpsxps1339]

@@BenitaLarsson Definitely! I am looking forward to the future development🙂!

[@carolinerosacker8668]

Everything looks amazing! I love your clever use of space and that you're not afraid to tackle even the toughest jobs with style ❤

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!

[@sharonshmuel3386]

Dear Benita I love how you organize & make a dedicated home for each item it’s so satisfying. The home is looking cozy & I know that each video to come will show us the progress of your beautiful home 🏡 ❤ Looks like you have sunshine 🌞 Beautiful area & kind neighbors too 💚

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you! Such a nice village and the neighbors are so nice!

[@stefaniepech2087]

Thanks for sharing. Watching you organizing and cleaning helps me a lot to get up and brighten up our place as well. I love all these cupboards and shelves with all these lovely baskets. I need to keep my eyes open for vintage ones. Enjoy your summer and have tons of great memories to make in that beautiful place.

[@BenitaLarsson]

I’m so happy if my videos leave you inspired!

[@RABPWarrior]

I AM ABSOLUTELY AMAZED!!!!! BRINGS ME SUCH JOY 🥹

[@lisamarie1967]

This was so inspiring to me to get my home better organized.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Yay for if my video left you inspired!

[@JulieWeigel-b7x]

How very beautiful and inspiring -- as always! (Also love those antique standing clocks!)😊

[@BenitaLarsson]

So glad you enjoyed it!

[@danielleptc]

Wonderful! This brought back so many happy memories of my family's cottage...

[@sophiablow3422]

You are an inspiration. After every video l just want to organise everything, like everything. My neighbours bought me a beautiful metal tool box. I lined all rhe compartments with non slip matting, to stop everything sliding around a rattling. Tis a thing of beauty, and l get a thrill of pleasure whenever l use it

[@BenitaLarsson]

I’m so happy if the videos leave you inspired! Your tool box sounds amazing!

[@ritabutler1951]

Those old log walls are so cool.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Such a smart way to build!

[@ede7030]

omg, so so beautiful, i love it all. Thanks so much for sharing.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@veronicamclaughlin9721]

I love watching your videos you work so hard and tackle everything, we don’t have anything like this in the UK so it’s such a teat to watch it now looks amazing.

[@BenitaLarsson]

I’m so happy you’re enjoying the videos!

[@SKwai-ik4ku]

You are amazing. Your summer house has been transformed so beautifully already

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!

[@kathleenhill5838]

Thank you, we appreciate you bringing us along 😊

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much for doing so!

[@Ysol-75]

You really did a great job with the house Benita! It's very welcoming! Bravissima😃

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!

[@karin9373]

What a fantastic house. I think it was waiting for you to be brought back to life! You all have done an amazing job so far. Can’t wait to see how it develops. Karin ❤️👍🏼

[@BenitaLarsson]

So glad you’re enjoying our project!

[@leenesbitt519]

Wow Benita you have made such good progress. You really are a pro !

[@BenitaLarsson]

Aww, thank you so much!

[@sabinegoetz1448]

Hello Benita 🌼 Your summer home is looking so lovely, organized and rustic. Seems you have most all necessary items in their space. The transformation from its original state is beautiful. I hope you are also able to spend time relaxing and enjoying the country air, in-between the chores. 🌼 I really enjoy watching your progress. Now I want to re-organize some things in my home! It never ends ☺

[@BenitaLarsson]

I’m not really one to sit down much when I have a list if things I want to accomplish but I do enjoy doing it in the evenings😅

[@romikim4548]

So lovely to watch all these antique old furniture and little swedish detail. It looks a lot of work yet you are doing so wisely. Thank you.

[@BenitaLarsson]

So glad you’re enjoying the series!

[@rosarodriguez8984]

It is fascinating to see how everything is slowly getting together 😊. It already looks amazing, Benita. Congrats to the three of you for all the effort. 🙏🏻❤️

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thanks so much for following along!

[@plantsbythemoon9049]

Have you thought about hanging the art on the walls in the storage room? It would get them off of the floor and might help keep them from getting damaged.

[@BenitaLarsson]

We haven't but it's an idea for sure!

[@donnarakitzis2719]

I love watching your country house come together

[@BenitaLarsson]

So happy that you’re enjoying it!

[@veegee3291]

Hello, Benita, from Austin, TX! Excellent organization in the farmhouse - The shelving and drawers make the best use of minimal space. Btw, your hair looks so cute with all the curls! Happy Summer to you! Nice to see Wille - He looks so much like his mother! 😊

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you! The frizz and curl at the summer house is intense😅

[@veegee3291]

@@BenitaLarsson LOL Texas is known for heat and humidity too. The level of frizz and lack of control even with the best of hair products as well as constant sweating is crazy! Happy that you spend more time outdoors and are having fun learning new things. 🌼

[@lisad62002]

I love your house Benita❤ it’s so charming, it reminds me of the homes in the Astrid Lindgren “Children of Noisy Village “ stories! Wishing you much happiness there and continued best wishes on the ongoing renovations, you and your family have done a great job!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you! The listing actually said that the village is very Bullerbyn ie Noisy village! And so true!

[@marthanichols8536]

Love seeing the old handmade yarn reel in the storage room! Just need a spinning wheel now 😉

[@BenitaLarsson]

Haha, so many crafts on the horizon!

[@dianemitchell1161]

Fabulous viewing, Benita! You are so inspiring! Your summer house is coming along wonderfully and it is easy to see how you enjoy the process of getting it all together.

[@BenitaLarsson]

I’m enjoying SO much!😊

[@juliemix3373]

Benita, you've done a super job of organizing. I love your summer place. It's great that you're all on the same page as far as organizing and aesthetics go. Thanks for this wonderful update. Cheers

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@wenDesigner]

I really like the wallpapers (can’t tell if they were all there when you bought) and it’s impressive the amount of work you have done. Lovely ❤

[@BenitaLarsson]

It was all here, wee haven’t added any😅 Thank you!

[@nas5947]

Always so motivating! Such a great work! enjoy your summer!

[@BenitaLarsson]

I'm so happy you think so! Thank you!

[@susan5661]

Wow, so enjoyed watching this video Benita. With such eccentric nooks and crannies, you created order out of chaos and using your style to make it oh so charming and efficient. You always adhere to “like with like” and I try to copy this in my own home. Thanks for sharing your journey with us

[@BenitaLarsson]

I'm so glad you enjoyed it!

[@drnicolebeaumont7884]

Incredible and so well done. It is certainly becoming a home. The reorganisation of the tool shed was super!🎉

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!

[@ullawalder331]

I loooove your videos from the summer house!!! Just got inspired to tidy mine some more……love from a danish follower currently in Italy 🥰

[@BenitaLarsson]

Aww, that makes me so happy! And enjoy italia!

[@aprillr2158]

Love videos about the summer house. ❤ I am always reorganizing my sheds as I have different projects.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Organization is definitely a process!

[@snorlund1]

Great organization! You’ve accomplished so much, Benita! 😊

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!

[@britta4563]

It is becoming more and more beautiful and lively. Have many wonderful moments there . Danke für das schöne Video und liebe Grüße aus Deutschland 🙋🏼‍♀️💜

[@BenitaLarsson]

Danke! Yes, it is becoming more and more comfortable!

[@emilygarwood1373]

It looks great. I can see many happy summers there.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you, we do too!

[@rhondadownes207]

It is looking fabulous!!! Definitely getting very open, airy, and cozy vibes. ❤️❤️❤️

[@BenitaLarsson]

When things are organized and tucked away, that’s what you get!😊

[@marlyking1972]

The transformation is amazing. The yard is coming along fantastically as well. Thanks for sharing your space with us ❤

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you for following along!

[@DwaKsiezyce]

Benita, you have no idea how inspiring and motivating your videos are; I often pause them and go on to do some chores 😅, thank you! My question is how do you avoid feeling all sore after a day of such hard work? I sometimes get carried away while working in the garden/ tidying and then can't move a muscle the next day: any tips? Sending all the good vibes from Poland 🌞 Beata

[@BenitaLarsson]

So happy you're enjoying my videos! To be honest I have some degree of joint pain all the time but I try to not think about it. I do stretch regularly especially on days when I've worked hard at the house. I have a PT from trainwell and do her workouts and stretches religiously.

[@suer292]

Such a lot of hardworking, you must be super proud of your achievements. It’s going to be amazing summer house. You all have such great vision.🌿

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you, we are really enjoying working on the house!

[@jweil7904]

I always look forward to your videos. Thank you for sharing your life!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thanks so much for following along!

[@dace8828]

you have given me so much inspiration to organize. i now have hooks inside doors for hanging things and that has been super helpful. now i want to get some nice baskets for my workout stuff and vacuum parts

[@BenitaLarsson]

So happy if the video left you inspired!

[@jbellbird9050]

I love your house which you have already done so much work. It is very charming and full of character. Reminds me of childhood summers spent staying at holiday cottages down here in New Zealand. Thanks for sharing your home with us 😊

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thanks so much for following along!

[@jennyfulcher8035]

You've done quite a lot of wonderful organizing and renovations to your summer house. It's enjoyable to watch as you show us what you're doing. I can imagine you and your family playing games whenever you are together. Thanks for sharing! Jenny USA

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@francoiselafferty-hancock5112]

That rose wallpaper! ❤

[@MyFocusVaries]

I'm amazed by how much you've achieved in such a short time! For the musty smelling cupboards, maybe try the wadded up newspaper trick.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you! I'm trying a few things right now including bicarbonate but also charcoal! Will end up with the cabinet full of newspapers I'm sure, just don't have any at the house yet😅

[@AlysVanS]

Amazing work Benita! So inspiring to see what you have accomplished - it looks beautiful already. Hats off to you!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!

[@thefineletterco.7199]

It’s all coming along so beautifully Benita! I envy your organisational skills. And I did not know that mice like to eat candles! 😮

[@BenitaLarsson]

At my ex in laws’ summer house they were left only with the wicks after forgetting to put a whole box of tapers away when they left in the fall.😅

[@thefineletterco.7199]

@@BenitaLarsson😂

[@linedallaire9631]

Awesome video, as always. I'm never disappointed 😊. Greetings from Canada 🇨🇦.

[@BenitaLarsson]

I’m so glad you enjoy them!

[@ajaxbac]

Great video. Your thought process for organizing is logical and easy to follow.

[@BenitaLarsson]

So glad you enjoyed it!

[@jodollman8136]

Everything is looking very lovely. Also, I love the denim pants you're wearing. I'm currently doing a lot of work on my own home. A pair of work pants like yours would be so helpful.

[@BenitaLarsson]

The pants are from a local brand, Flora Manufaktur! I've had them for over a decade.

[@mariajosefernandez2568]

You have done an incredible job organizing the house!!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!

[@leemareeh]

The Summerhouse is progressing nicely, looking great

[@BenitaLarsson]

It is, thank you!

[@IAmSherry12]

The alcove at the 13:00 time stamp reminds me of Wabi Sabi. I love the cool crack in the wood.

[@BenitaLarsson]

I used off cuts where our logger Jacob had scribed against an exterior wall so the wood had some issues but I don’t mind😊

[@IAmSherry12]

@@BenitaLarsson I love it - it's REAL. You'll know what I mean if you've ever looked into Wabi Sabi. It's a Japanese philosophy, really, but it applies to home decorating. I love the story it tells.

[@sachatsarine]

Hi Benita, I hope everything goes well, I just seen your last KZbin episode. It's an amazing transformation, you did a very good job, it's so clean, cosy and fonctional. I can imagine you with a glas of wine, just contemplating the neighborhood and enjoying the simplicity of country life. I with you a wonderful summer with your loved ones. Kisses from France 😻😻😘❤️

[@BenitaLarsson]

Merci! I do love a glass of wine there in the evening 😊

[@denisearonow4921]

You've accomplished so much in a year ❤

[@BenitaLarsson]

It sometimes doesn’t feel like it but when I watch old footage I realize we have done a fair bit!

[@dianeyoung8068]

I love how you are furnishing, fixing and organizing your family cottage. I would consider buying some fire extinguishers.

[@BenitaLarsson]

We have one as well as a fire blanket!

[@yvette702]

It's certainly all coming together beautifully 😊

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!

[@ASMRissy]

I love your videos. They are so calming and a huge inspiration 🫶🏽

[@BenitaLarsson]

So happy that you’re enjoying them!

[@d.d.mac.3773]

It's great to witness your progression. Kudos to you.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@roselynbalce1319]

I love your summer house Benita! Congrats!! ;>

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thanks so much!

[@angiboz]

The “spare room” can still look somewhat intentional by storing in the dresser and placing the pictures on the wall or leaning against the wall on the dresser. Maybe a chair for a quiet place to read. What a beautiful place! I cannot wait to see what you guys transform it into.