How to declutter your STUFF in 2024 LIKE A PRO!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thanks so much for stopping by today! Hope one or more of these tips help you declutter!!

[@kakylong2]

Not sure why it came up Norrington vs Norrine. 🤔 Thank you. 😊

[@coni-ne5km]

I paused the video to comment about your "Let it Go" tip. Many decades ago, my husband brought home a stuffed animal that I admired in a florist shop. I loved it because it represented love and devotion. Fast forward 30 years, that same stuffed animal symbolized heartache, but I just couldn't part with it. Each day I'd throw it in the trash only to retrieve it hours later. This went on for three days until I finally gave myself permission to let it go. The next day I cut the stuffed animal into pieces and threw it in the trash pail. There were no tears, only a sense of relief.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

GOOD FOR YOU!!!!! Things that remind us of painful times have no business hurting us still!!! I am so proud of you for letting that go. Sending you hugs!

[@antiquesrestoration3874]

Your five-gallon-bucket concept works wonders. Once you realize and embrace that you only have a finite amount of space, that space gets squared away much more easily.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thank you so much, my friend!!! It's hard to get there - but once you do, it's so much easier!!!! 💜

[@justme-n6c]

I'm going to try this one!

[@homemadefromtheheart1377]

It did cut in and out but I can still understand and learn from your wonderful video. I can relate to what you are saying. I have a craft room that last year I got it organized. I was so proud. It was easy to maintain for months! Then all of a sudden I bought more craft things that I felt I really needed. It was getting harder to maintain. Then I accidentally broke my leg and my room was a “quick throw things in the craft room because company is coming!” Now that I’m better and walking with no boot…I have a huge task! Little by little I have been working on one spot, one area of the room. I can see my floor! 🤪 thank you for your inspiration and words of wisdom. ❤️💕❤️💕

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I'm so glad you are getting in there again! Keep me posted on your progress!!!

[@M00N.L1GHT]

Great job getting back to your craft room after your injury, and to the truly endless maintenance they require!

[@bethbenson1931]

You don't have excuses for what messed up your room. You have reasons. You WILL get your room organized again. Celebrate your progress like Norrine said. May God bless your efforts! 😊

[@tammystreasures8766]

How did you get motivated to start? I’m looking for inspiration.

[@janeahrens572]

There used to be a funny commercial where a farmer keeps saying “Ya can’t put two tons of fertilizer in a one ton truck. “ I think of that when I hear the “5 gallon bucket rule”.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

😆 That's too funny!!!! I'll have to look it up.

[@seashell6772]

Hi Norrine, I just want to say thanks. It is a long story but I hadn't heard anyone say before that they ignored everything ( and I mean all of it )because of a situation in their life. I am thankfully coming out of that but it is something I didn't know I had done so it is a hard habit to break. I am grateful to hear that I am not the only person to have handled something difficult in their life this way. I pray for you because I understand, big sigh. I am grateful that you are willing to put all of your life out there so we can have a friend that gets it. Thanks

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

You are absolutely not alone 💕 I’m so glad you are coming out. Please let me know if I can help.

[@marilynmcleod3128]

I too had trouble hearing some of your words ..it kept skipping! But I did get the gist if it, and liked your typed list. I just moved and have 35 boxes in my sp 0:03 are bedroom, that I WANT to be my guest room, so I have much paring down to do. My craft area will now be along one of my kitchen walls so I need to fit things in that one atea only. It IS very hard to let go, even if I havent used the item for a few years, because I might just need it!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

😭 I don't know what happened with the sound. So sorry! Those maybe items are so hard. Rank them by how difficult/expensive it would be to replace if you DID ever need it again. Easy to find, inexpensive items can then be let go so that only those harder to replace items are taking up the prime real estate.

[@laurencunningham8281]

Dana K. White is excellent at decluttering with her no mess system. Has motivated and inspired me to get started on my house.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Dana is wonderful!!! Glad you found someone who clicked for you!

[@bethbellthethriftycrafter5233]

Great video. I found it much easier to stay organized since I found out I am a bee. If I can't see it, I forget I have it and buy more. I took most of the cabinet doors off and organized into clear contaainers.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

That's great! So glad you found what will work for you!!!

[@SouthernCharmaine]

I believe that’s definitely me too! I have stuff in storage that’s been there for years that I need to go through n get rid of before my time comes. I don’t want to leave that task to my kids to do. I feel it’s very cruel. I’m still trying to get it started. But did recently come up with a brilliant idea on how to start getting some stuff to the trash that I have separated already without having to rent a very expensive trash bin.

[@RuthH-wh5qw]

One trick that I use in downsizing and decluttering is to take a photo of the things that I am having a hard time letting go of. I think that we struggle to let go because we are afraid we will forget it and the memory it invokes. By taking a photograph, we are keeping that memory close by. If you are a scrapbooker, you could do a scrap book of those photos or even just put them in a photo album and jot down a few notes about them. At some point, you may not “need” the photos anymore but if you do, they will be there. With a much smaller footprint then the items themselves 😊

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thanks for the great reminder!!!! I made an entire journal like that so I could let go of souveniers from a trip! Thanks, Ruth!

[@angelay1925]

Sorry Norrine, you have some sound issues, is your mic working ok? It keeps cutting out briefly but often if that makes sense. Xx

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

AUGH!!!! I don't know why it's doing that!!! I'm so sorry!

[@pegeen6634]

Love all your tips! At 68 I really need to de/unload/get more empty space ‼️ Your sound system needs attention. We’re loosing some of your words. More towards the end of your video. ❣️🤩🕊️

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

It wasn't like that during editing! I'm so sorry!!!!

[@alittlelessdisappointed.9689]

I noticed it too. But, still ok.

[@dawnliphard9591]

It happened on the last video as well….. the Daisy Japan wall storage one

[@cathierayes4226]

Hi Norrine! So glad your Dad's doing better!! Boy do I hear you about not being able to focus on anything at all but him while he was in the hospital. I've had times like that and now I'm dealing with the consequences. Unfortunately I don't have a long timetable to allow me to deal with them slowly, because a dear friend has died and her child has to move in with us. That means the back bedroom has to be turned from a storage room back into a bedroom, and oh my gosh I'm not sure I've faced anything so daunting in my life as figuring out where to put everything in order to empty out that room. Do you remember those handlheld slider games, where there's only one square free and you have to move the other squares back and forth (and back and forth again!) to solve the puzzle? That's what this feels like! I'm just grateful I'm not doing it alone. Btw, I think your sound problem is that your microphone is dying. It only seems to pick up every other word or so. Might need serviced.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

That puzzle game is the analogy I give to clients all of the time!!!! I'm so sorry you are having to do this on a crunch!!!!! Please know I'm here, if you need suggestions!! For the mic... am SO frustrated, because it's new! I may be a decent organizer, but I am awful with technology!!! LOL

[@cathierayes4226]

@@TheCraftyOrganizer Maybe the mic needs to be reset to factory settings? Helps with cellphones sometimes, anyway. I'm not real tech-savvy myself. Thank you so much for understanding my challenges. I was kind of startled last night--up thinking about it till the early wee hours of the morning, actually--that in order to empty the bedroom, I have to rearrange the smaller half of the living room and in order to rearrange that, I have to start in the dining room! And everything's complicated because the a/c-furnace is blowing out a lot of dust, so everything has to be handled and dusted as we go. On the upside, I'm finding things I gave up looking for a couple years ago, things I put away "somewhere safe." OY, isn't that the bane of my life, "somewhere safe" lolol!! I'm so grateful for all your encouragement over the years in your youtubes and in the comments both, so grateful that I know how to start and how to organize things, what to do and what to put off till later (like sorting small things) so I don't get bogged down. Got my fingers crossed that today we can get a lot of furniture moved.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I've been there!!!! The to-do list that has to happen so you can get to the main to-do list often makes it too overwhelming. I actually did factory reset the mic! Hoping it helped. Thanks, Cathie!!!

[@sharisimonehampton5434]

I wasnt born with the tech gene either! Lol...

[@jenxu2]

I'm definitely decluttering..... getting my craft room organized....it had become the junk room for our house. Love your videos! 🌼🤩🌼

[@lauraann7816]

Over the Christmas season mine did too: the empty boxes the tree and all other decorations were in: gifts until it was time to wrap them + the wrappings: the bench that's in front of the window all year that the tree goes in for Christmas. Then just miscellaneous crap joined it 😮

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thank you! Good luck!!!

[@tammystreasures8766]

So I have the problem of getting motivated to start. Usually watching a good KZbin video can get me started, however, the first week of January, I unexpectedly lost my daughter. I haven’t been able to do anything in my house since. I did get one batch of dishes washed last week and folded some laundry. I just need a new idea for getting motivated. By the way, I REALLY need to declutter my house.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

@tammystreasures8766 sending you giant hugs. I can't even imagine how hard this must be. I have a wonderful Facebook group where we just support each other in all ways - if you'd like to join. It helps to be in a group of people who support, encourage, and understand 💚: facebook.com/groups/730125317461615/

[@patriciajackson1457]

I’m sorry to say but the sound keeps cutting out.

[@angelay1925]

It does, it's like her mic keeps cutting out.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

OH NO! I don't know why it's doing that!!!! I'm so sorry!

[@patriciajackson1457]

@@TheCraftyOrganizer no worries, I just thought you would like to know.😊❤️

[@teresaway-or3um]

I donate my unused blankets, towels, sheets to the animal shelter. I also donate sofa and chair cushions.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Never thought of the cushions!!!! What a great idea! Thank you. 💜

[@karinklein-yoes7597]

I totally get the maintaining part. I cleaned my sock drawer and it’s a mess again! Sigh

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

LOL OMGosh, Karin! You crack me up. Miss you, friend!!!!

[@SouthernCharmaine]

Norrine, I find your videos SO very encouraging n upbuilding to the point they’ve given me the ambition n desire to get started on this mess. I moved to a smaller home nearly 2.5 years ago n told myself I’d downsize on stuff. I’ve started n didn’t follow through several times. This is something that I WANT TO DO‼️ For my own mental n physical well being. It’s hard enough getting used to a smaller place. But it’s even worse when you own too much stuff n it feels cluttered n too small. I was actually excited to move to a smaller home knowing that I’d HAVE TO downsize n lighten the load. Thank you SO very much for sharing your wonderful tips n ideas that are tried n true❣️They’re so very appreciated‼️😊 I love the reminder to do before and after pics! I’ll try to remember to do that.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I am so excited for you!!!! Getting that feeling of motivation is so empowering - especially if you've not had it in awhile! I've been through chronic pain and long bouts of depression, where it seems I'll never be able to get my home in order again... but the small changes and suggestions I share on my channel are what helped be regain my space multiple times. xoxoxox

[@megansampson]

I was finally able to let go of a purse my dad got me for my birthday about 20 years ago. He passed away in 2008 but I could never bring myself to let it go even though I never used it. I was finally able to and I celebrated big time!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Your memories with your Dad stand alone and will be cherished much more than an unused item. Good for you!!!!

[@megansampson]

@@TheCraftyOrganizer thank you so much!!

[@EntertainmentByLaura]

Great ideas and tips. I love Cas too! My organizing style is a bee! You’re so encouraging and make an overwhelming project seem doable! My favorite tip was taking pictures first because we are blind by our own surroundings. I do this but never thought of telling others I help. Thank you!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

You are so welcome!

[@robinhertel7261]

I swear by 1 in and 2 out even if it’s something small….this way I’m sneaking in cleaning a little more. My hardest right now is I lost my husband 2 yrs ago and now have a “Not today room” that needs purged!

[@M00N.L1GHT]

What great ideas, as usual! I love the charity-specific donation ideas. As usual, Norrine, you go above and beyond with your helpful, thoughtful videos! You are a treasure to the crafting community! 💜🎉💙

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thank you so much!

[@judipalumbo]

@@TheCraftyOrganizer You should make a little list we can download of charities. I am trying to start my own but I have to write them down as I hear them and then type them into my Word program..... sometimes forget and the list gets lost and forgot whos video I saw it on where I read them to get them back. HELP US ORGANIZE Norrine!!!! Make us a list.... lol

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I actually did that!!! Then the pandemic hit, and half of the charitable organizations went under. And, so many are regional - or it's too expensive to ship. I try to suggest the ones where shipping the small things won't break the bank. BUT - I will keep bringing you all that I find.

[@MsArtistwannabe]

Your video reminded me of having really bad hiccups. I could still understand everything.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

🤣 thank you for being kind about it. I’ll get it fixed!!!

[@JoyceMalone-dw3jv]

My ENTIRE house is needing de-cluttered!!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I'm here to help!!!!

[@mztrayce3077]

Whew...deckuttered a pile that was blocking the door to my backyard...🎉

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Way to go!!!! 💐

[@vegascece]

My biggest, most delayed organization issue...deceased relative's personal items. Norine! Ahhhh! My Dad, Mom, & Brother are all deceased (2003, 2008, 2010) and I cleaned out and took items from each of their homes all the way across the country only to load them into bins and store them under my stairs. They are out of sight/out of mind. My problem...My Parents were in their 80's and many of the items are jewelry, crystal, collectables/antiques from the 30's-70s..some grandparents stuff too. I'm finding appraisers are just too expensive so I just hang on to them. My brother's items are jewelry, 60's-90's watches, cameras, and electronics. I haven't looked at these items in several years...where do I start??? Thank you!!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Oh, I am so sorry!!!! YES! That is so hard! I'd start with one bin at a time and choose what YOU love and want to use/display. Then try looking up a few of the items to see if they are worth trying to sell. (Ebay, OfferUp, LetGo, Facebook Marketplace) If they are not selling for much, let them go - Donate! I know it hurts to just give those treasures away... but the angst and feeling of being overwhelmed isn't worth the money you'd get from it. Any chance you live in Southern California?

[@vegascece]

​ @TheCraftyOrganizer I use to live in L.A.!!! In fact, my brother passed in LA and I moved my Mom from LA to MD...my Dad moved from LA to Vegas....drats..we were so close huh! Thanks as always for the motivation and yes, one bin at a time! Great idea!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

DRAT! I see you in the comments so often! Thank you so much for being here with me.

[@barbarayeager9660]

Noreen, I have been watching you for several years. I love your videos, but I think this one was the best, or at least the one that resonated with me! Please keep up the good work that you do! Those of us who are clutter bugs really need to hear your message!!! TFS and have a wonderful day!😂❤😂

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Barbara, thank you so much for being with me these last several years! I really appreciate it!!!!

[@etgdesignstudio]

You're right- the sound is cutting in and out. I wish I had a helpful suggestion to offer. Still a great video, tho! And glad your dad is doing well.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

It's a new mic... I am proud of my organizing skills - not my technological skills! LOL I'll try and fix it!!!

[@lauraann7816]

I don't like clutter but the term declutter makes me apprehensive. It isn't an easy task when you love all of your stuff. Or at least like it.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Very, very true! It also isn't clutter if you have places for all of it... or, at least most of it. (That would be me)

[@mist4926]

I have three book case type areas. I'm down sizing to two book cases. I figured the more shelves I have the more I keep.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Which is why I like having some decor items out! It 'holds' the spot so it's occupied - but if you ever really need the space, it's still available!

[@DollsandEverythingElse]

I’m working in my craft room and have divided the room into zones. It feels very freeing tackling a zone instead of trying to do an entire room which did not work for me. I’ve incorporated a lot of your organization and it’s helping me and I can’t wait to return to crafting especially scrapbooking which I haven’t done in over five years. Thank you for the tips.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I am so happy for you!!! I persoanlly think zones work well for those of us who have more than one craft interest! We use it all - just not all at once. Keep me posted!!!! I'm rooting for you!

[@DollsandEverythingElse]

I have too many crafting interests and sometimes I just need to put those blinders on and close the wallet! I definitely appreciate your tips and I’m actually using them to declutter my house to get rid of stuff that no longer brings me joy. Thank you.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

😆 I was just telling someone that I often load up an online cart with craft supplies (Temu, too often) but I don't check out!!! I'll wait a few days. Then I allow myself to buy whatever I remember, before going in and looking at the cart! I never remember anything!! So, I guess I didn't really want/need it! Saves me so much money!!!

[@rhondaeversole2975]

Great ideas! I'll be trying them! My sister says "Don't should on yourself!" TYFS 🥰 🙏🏻🙏🏻 for your dad and family!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

So true!!!!!! 🥰

[@lousstylingplace4179]

Bless him and you!!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thank you 💐

[@denisehenderson4875]

It’s so very good to see you back working again!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

It FEELS good to be working again!!!

[@isabellabihy8631]

Thank you, Norrine, thank you. Your video listed the items I came up with myself. I absolutely agree, taking breaks in between decluttering sessions is crucial. I have experienced it myself. Either my concentration was running wild, getting distracted, or my psyche was playing nasty games. Believe it or not, I managed to get rid of books, which used to be "sacred" items. The space of a complete shelf unit (with 5 boards) was freed. I'm currently quite a happy person, especially since I figured out what to store where. I organized my decluttering in 4 process steps, 1. creating space by decluttering, 2. grouping roughly all the "want to keep" things by their category, 3. detail sorting of the categories, 4. setting up a maintenance, cleaning, and a selfcare plan. I'm currently at process step 3. Ideas I ruminated over and over are for example: Do I need a tool box for each of my categories or can I toss all of the tools in one box? I found out that each of the categories needs its own tool box. So I have everything of one category together. In which space do I put which category. That means figuring out where you perform your craft. Do you craft at your craft desk, or sit in your camfy TV chair? I do my textile crafts (knitting, crocheting, embroidery) mostly in my TV chair, paper crafts are done at my craft desk. I learned that "point of performance" idea from Jennifer's channel "How to ADHD". BTW, I am subscribed for quie some time to Cas' channel "Clutterbug". I love her videos, so down to earth, including the bloopers that happen when real life interferes with your decluttering plans.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Comments like this make me so happy. I’m very glad to hear you have found systems that work for you and that you’ve been able to maintain them. 💕

[@number1nanaof2]

Don't know what happened but sound cut in and out but still got so much out of it. I used to be organized and then I wasn't. Will try to get back in shape. Thank you. So glad your dad is doing well. ❤️

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I don't know either 😭 I am so technologically impaired!!!! Hoping to fix before the next upload.

[@debbiemontford3045]

So glad your dad is better 😇. Thanks for sharing

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thank you so much, Debbie!!!

[@rachelburgener819]

Hello Friend🥰 Once again you’ve inspired, encouraged , and helped us put things into perspective👏👏👏. For that I’m very grateful. I’m so happy Dad is on the better end of his medical challenges. God hears our prayers. Until next time have a good one ❤️😀

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thank you so much for thinking of my Dad. xoxoox

[@deniseelston6197]

best wishes to you and your dad.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thank you so much!

[@offairhead]

12:12 I’m decluttering my mail box. This is February of 2024 and there is still mail on there from October of 2023. I hate paper clutter and it overwhelms me! I pull out the things I need immediately and leave the other things but now it’s overflowing. I own two shredders that won’t work so I am sitting here hand shredding all of this junk mail (credit offers). I’ve already halfway filled my kitchen trash can and I’ve got a whole grocery bag of mail to go

[@judipalumbo]

I don't need to declutter my paper mail box, we get very little but I do need to declutter my computer EMAIL box. I have emails dated back to 2018. I am so bad.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

When I have too much paper... I throw it all in a bag with water and let it soak for a few days... then I cut a hole in the bag so the water drains out. Once the water has drained I step on the bag repeadedly. The mushy paper becomes one giant glob that I let dry out and then just throw in my recycle bin.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

@judipalumbo - email is the WORST for me!!!!!!

[@judipalumbo]

@@TheCraftyOrganizer I have 9 emails and each one has ancient emails accumulated in them. 🙄

[@offairhead]

@@judipalumbo ohhh gosh!!! I need to do that!! I am horrible with paperwork!!! I need a secretary!! 😂😂🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️

[@discord37]

Just an fyi you can sanitize powder eye shadows, blushes, etc by spraying rubbing alcohol on them in a spray bottle.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Good to know! Thank you

[@RuthH-wh5qw]

Thank you for the great tips! I have always been blessed with good organization but it’s nice to be reminded of steps and tricks. ESPECIALLY the break periods. That’s where I fail. And the break has you come back refreshed and ready to go. 😊 And I have to admit, I have a separate hard drive just for photos… 15,000 and counting. Do I ever go back and look thru them? Maybe once a year but at least my mind can relax knowing they are there 😂😂😂

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I have all of my photos on an external drive.... I just can't lose them!!! But GOOD FOR us that it's not boxes of photos!!!!

[@vayes7958]

I'm so glad your dad is doing so good❤❤

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

We are too!!!! Thank you so much!

[@vayes7958]

Amazing amazing amazing... Lady❤

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

You are always so sweet, Vaye!!! Thank you!!

[@gloriakdesigns1385]

Hi just found your video... boy do I need to declutter and organize my craft room/Poshmark show ..will try the bag organizing method.. thanks

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Let me know how it goes!

[@joyurquhart]

Thank you Norrine for this video. l am moving from a two bedroom to a one bedroom unit and decluttering is a must. Its hard deciding what to keep and what not to keep. Even just looking at it makes me feel depressed. One must keep going though Bless you

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I just moved last summer - I know how hard it is!!!!! I let go of things I loved, because I didn't have room. I use the "how much do I really love it/how hard would it be to replace"... questions to help me decide. Most were curbside treasures I'd redone to fit the space I had. I kept reminding myself how much fun I will have doing new upcycled finds to fit my new space. You've got this!

[@joycecollar]

I am sooooo glad to see you back. Thank you for your work

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thank you for waiting for me!!! It's good to be back.

[@nooie99]

Some great points thank you. Ive been trying to declutter for more years than I care to remember and find it near impossible to let go of things. And then very hard on myself Will try & remember to be kind to myself.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Absolutely be kind to yourself. And consider me your personal cheerleader and giver of suggestions, if you need them! 💜

[@kakylong2]

Norrington, I just started decluttering my craft room & it's very overwhelming. I want to keep everything, but I know that's not possible since I have a small space. I've already gotten rid of 2 trash bags of junk & a burn bag. Unreal! I still have to finish the 1st layer of my onion & then it will be on to the next layer. Yikes! 🤪

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

That's a great way to do it!!! Small passes - each will refine until you get it to the level you are happy with.

[@kakylong2]

​It may take all the way to the core to be truly happy, but 1/2 will probably have to do. 😊

[@shellylemons]

I'm figuring it out. I can't stoop over for any period. I have learned to break it down and not worry about cleaning. I am decisive about what I don't want. I have started with all my and my husband’s clothes to make room for what I want to keep.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Keep it up

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Keep it up 🥰

[@BSWVI]

You never fail to inspire me to believe in myself!! ❤️

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I'm so glad!

[@M00N.L1GHT]

@@TheCraftyOrganizer ~ It’s really true. You are so helpful to our healthy self esteem.

[@anaschulz8084]

You always inspire me to get something done when I watch one of your videos! I usually say, I’m going to do this tomorrow. Sometimes I will, but most times I don’t because other things get in the way. This time, I got up, went into my craft room and worked for 30 minutes and got quite a bit reorganized and out away! So now I know, get up and do it as soon as I watch your video! I even waited to comment until I got it done! Thank you my sweet friend for being such an inspiration to me and so many others. ❤

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I am SO PROUD of you!!!!! I need update pictures of your space!!!! What have you changed around!

[@anaschulz8084]

@@TheCraftyOrganizer quite a bit actually. I will send you pictures soon.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

xoxox Can't wait to see. Hoping your closet office is still there!!!! I loved that space.

[@pamelakephart5561]

Thank you so much for the helpful decluttering tips. Thanks also for the list of organizations that might benefit from my “clutter”

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Happy to help!

[@oatssettle846]

I remember when we went through 1 piece of paper and you celebrated!!! I thought there is so much more to do before I can celebrate. Studies show the importance of celebrating even small wins, because of what it does to the brain and in the brain. It releases dopamine and also closes a loop so it can begin again. What you did for me was huge, and I thank you from the bottom of my heart. God bless you❣❣❣

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I remember how much work you did!!!! It's true though... the brain rewards you for those wins! I am so happy that we got to work together. 💜

[@tiabeaniesemotionalsupportdmon]

So many great ideas in this video! I always set the timer and work within that period, and it works WONDERS!! I wanted to add another suggestion about where you can donate the unused/extra cell phones: Domestic Violence Shelters are ALWAYS on the lookout for them, as they don’t have to be subscribed to or supported under a paid plan in order for them to be able to call 911. Many people in dangerous situations could use a cell phone (or even a secondary cell that the abuser doesn’t know about). Thank you for all you do, Norinne! Much love.🩷🩷

[@rufuslynks8175]

Cells phones can often be donated to the Sheriff's department to be used for domestic violence victims.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

THAT is amazing! Thank you so much for sharing this!!!!

[@shawnrobinson6718]

I really can't thank you enough for your videos you have no idea how much you help me in fact I actually started this evening I was so inspired!!❤❤❤ You really are making a difference in people's lives. I know you have mine😊

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Awww!! Thank youso much, Shawn!!!! I am so happy to help.

[@sherryyost786]

Love these tips. Thanks Norrine.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

You are so welcome!

[@ftlauderdaleborn1098]

Very helpful tips! 🎉❤

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Glad it was helpful!

[@terryjbrown6953]

Thanks, Norrine, for the tips! When I start cleaning my craft room, I will start to go through things and declitter and organize things! I'm glad your Dad is doing great!!! I was just about to ask how he was doing.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thank you, Terry!!!!

[@sherryyost786]

Great tips.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thanks for watching!

[@sparklingeyes4jay]

Great video today Norrine! Unfortunately the audio got a bit glitchy but that could've just been on my end. 😉

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Sorry about that!!! Not sure what happened.

[@MyDjturner]

Thanks again Norrine

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

😘💐

[@offairhead]

12:05 idk what’s going on here,… if it is my connection (which shows to be good) or if it’s the video itself but the playback has static and is stuttering. I exited KZbin and came and it’s still doing it

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I know 😭 I don't know what happened. Hoping to fix the sound before the next upload. So sorry!

[@dancnluc1]

Great tips!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thank you!

[@lousstylingplace4179]

Just did 30 mins of closet cleanout before my HBO show! It feels good just to start! Thanks for tips!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

What a rock star!!!!! Way to go!!!

[@Katdoll]

This video has great ideas to help declutter! Thank you!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I'm so glad you liked it! Thanks for being with me for so long!

[@angelay1925]

That said, you are always such an inspiration xx

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thank you so much!

[@AmandaTrought]

Some great tips to put into practice 😍

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thank you, Amanda!

[@rosateresacastro-vargas8592]

Your video is very helpful. However, the audio keeps breaking up and down. Please, consider fixing. Thanks.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I don't know what happened! I am working on it now. Thank you!!!

[@redeemedvintageseamstress4728]

Wow! Great encouragement!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thank you!

[@mariay.279]

Thx. U r always so encouraging. I reeeeally need to do this. Saving ur video for more encouragement. ❤

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Consider me your personal cheerleader and giver of suggestions! 💐

[@javicastrob]

thank you so much for the video!!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

You're so welcome!

[@sherriej7726]

Wonderful news about your Father! You also gave me new ideas for donating items I never considered before. Thank you! 🌻🌻🌻

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

You are so welcome! Thanks for thinking about my Dad 💜

[@nellieolguin-davis1519]

I am so glad you let us know about your Dad I hope he continues to do well, and thank you for sharing this video you did in the right time having a cluttering disaster!!!God Bless !!!❤❤❤❤

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Consider me your personal cheerleader and giver of suggestions with your space, if you want it! 💜

[@dianeboileau2026]

Hi Norrine! I am so happy to hear that your Dad is doing well! Such a relief for you and the other family members! I truly believe that when a person is ill and has loved ones routing for them it makes a big difference on their recovery! I struggle with organizing my craft room and the basement. My craft room is in the basement but in a bedroom so all MY stuff is contained in this one room! I'm slowly working on decluttering and I have a box next to me that I'm trying to fill up! The basement is a different story but I have made a bit of progress. You could hardly walk in there and now at least you can. Years ago my brother told me if I had multiple things to tackle to start with the hardest and then the rest will seem easy. But I truly get what you said that starting with something easy will make you feel like you've accomplished something! Thank you so much for all the great tips! If you remember years ago..... 2017 maybe......you challenged us to declutter certain areas of our home and to post before and after photos! I did that challenge and I can proudly say I have kept all those spaces neat and tidy! 😍

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Your last sentence just made my day!!!! I am so glad that you've kept that space neat!!!! When I am working with a client, we do the hardest area first. But if you are doing it alone - it's just too much as a starting point. I've found more success working with virtual clients if we start small and work our way up. I am so proud of all of the work you've done over the years!!!! And, thank you so much for your thoughts and well wishes for my Dad! 💜

[@melindagilbert6989]

💕 thank you for the update on your Dad.... So happy to hear he is doing so much better! 💕

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

We are so thankful. xoxo

[@pamelabarrett7645]

Thanks for this video

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thanks for watching!

[@pamjones4487]

LOVE YOUR TIPS!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thanks so much! Happy to have you here with me 😊

[@lubabalycz69]

Hi Norrine. Glad your Dad is doing better. Thanks for mentioning all the places to donate to. As always great video. I love watching Cas,

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Hello, my sweet friend! Hope you are doing well. 💜

[@kestrelpounces]

Wonderful tips, much easier to use for an overwhelmed beginner! My husband sometimes finds Dana and Cas difficult to apply, and he can never remember what kind of bug he’s supposed to be. My🦗strategy doesn’t always work for him 🦋 including when to stop or rest! We can probably agree on working through TV show or video though- thank you for this conflict-avoiding idea! Thank you also for mentioning pet hospitals for donating linens- blankets and towels get destroyed or sent home with clients at an alarming rate so they are always needed. So glad your dad is doing better- you have both been in my thoughts! 🩵

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

My husband is bad with the timer - but GREAT with a TV show! We choose 20 sitcoms - then have him walk around and dedice if he wants to continue or not. Thanks so much for thinking of my Dad! xoxo

[@naomiakulu-haulangi3502]

Thank you Norrine. I am forever decluttering my craft room. Great reminders.😊

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Trust me.... I am too! LOL

[@annerohrbacker6097]

Hello Norrine! I’m always SO EXCITED to see your newly dropped video. 😃 Also I’m so glad to hear that your Dad is doing better and that the prayers have helped. Much love to you! 💙💙💙

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Thank you, my friend!!!!

[@annerohrbacker6097]

@@TheCraftyOrganizer 💙💙💙

[@lousstylingplace4179]

Thank you for smart video!!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

You are welcome!

[@sandracarpenter144]

Just subscribed, thank you for the ideas! As a 7 generation crafter, I’ve been told I have too many crafts. It’s also the toughest to organize for me. You’re a blessing!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I'm here to help!!!! Consider me your personal cheerleader and giver of suggestions! 💜

[@shirleywells862]

I’m trying to downsize a lot of my craft supplies. Thank you for the sources you gave us. I like those ideas.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I was hoping that would help. 💜

[@NCottageDesigns]

Thank you for all the programs/places to donate items. I have watched a lot KZbin videos on decluttering and yours is the only video that gave info where to donate certain items. So thank you for all those. Loved this video, I recently changed what kind of crafts I want to do. So I have gone through everything but still needs some organizing. Thanks for all the great tips and ideas. Love your channel.❤

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I am so glad the resources were helpful!!! My interests have changed over the years as well. Thank you so much for checking in! 💜

[@julietannOsfan1972]

Thank you for this. Great tips. The sound kept cutting in & out but I was still able to watch it. Great news about your Dad. x I question I have: I have a box of Disney Christmas ornaments that I haven’t used for years & I want to get rid of them. Everytime I mention it to my sister-in-law she goes on about selling them but I can’t be bothered with that. What do you advise? By the way, you & Cas should do a collab/podcast together. It would be brill.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I'm so frustrated with the sound!!!! I didn't know until it was uploaded. I'll try to get it fixed!!! For your ornaments... I have some people that won't donate anything. They sell all of their unwanted items. Then I have some that donate everything. If you are okay with donating - then, by all means, DO THAT! I have struggled financially most of my life - so I donate things. I do this because of how many times I needed/wanted an item, and how APPRECIATIVE I was when I found it at a thrift store. I want to pass that on to others who may really need/want an item that they couldn't otherwise afford to get. Probably a much longer answer then you wanted! LOL 💜 As for Cas - Doing a collab would be a dream come true!!!!!

[@sharisimonehampton5434]

Thanks!😉👍♥️

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

You're welcome 😊

[@Cyberannika]

Thank you so much for useful tips! I wanted to give you feedback on that the sound disappear quite often. It would be wonderful if it is possible to fix it.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

😭 I don't know what happened! Trying to fix before the next upload. xoxo

[@deegee9560]

If your hubby has a youtube channel on ebay selling and organizing that would be great! Let us know!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

He does not... but I am trying to learn as fast as I can!

[@jonyelle1]

I Love these ideas! Thank you for sharing!! Will you be partnering with Amazon to offer the Audible 90-day trial again??

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I hope so!!! I'll keep you posted. :)

[@marycasey9404]

This is a great video with some very great ideas. The audio keeps skipping or stopping, but it seems like all of what you wanted to say was still there. I did enjoy the content even if I couldn't hear it all. Thanks Noreen❤

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Sorry about that - I’ll try and get it fixed before the next post!!

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Sorry about that - I’ll try and get it fixed before the next post!! 😊

[@vickiehadley4945]

What do you do with extra crafting items like the wood signs and extra craft items you have multiples of

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

My local thrift store has a large crafting section.... so if it's too big to ship to Dafi, I donate to them. :)

[@maryreinhardt2120]

I love your channel. FYI, your sound is breaking up periodically

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

I got a new mic.... and didn't know it was cutting in and out. I'll try and fix!!!!

[@hollyweaver7292]

❤

[@janetmiller3159]

What is the best way to store yarn. I have a lot as I do craft shows. I also have many projects started and they are each in bags but I can’t figure out how to store them properly

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Honestly - use vacuum stag storage bags. You can organize and sort by color or by type of yarn and those bags will shrink down to half an inch. You can then store them upright on a shelf they stay clean Bug free, moisture free… it’s amazing.

[@katguyot6351]

Norrine, for me it’s not about where to start…it’s that there’s NO PLACE TO PUT IT.

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Yes... that missing puzzle piece is needed. Sometimes a temporary home needs to be created (in places you DON'T want it to be) to get started.

[@deidrewiza3776]

My problem is that I have too much of what I want. I can easily get rid of what I don’t want.

[@EuphemiaGrubb]

Glad you said that! Thought it was just me. LOL!

[@bethbenson1931]

Me too! 😊

[@TheCraftyOrganizer]

Ya know.... I never really thought of that! That would make a great video!