Major UNPACKING Progress! - Part 1 | + I DECLUTTERED even more!

[@susanrikimaru6630]

Great progress, Libby! This was fun to watch.

[@999lizzybee]

Great job! As to the mugs etc: When you keep things you love and collect, no need to justify! Once you have your furniture in place and have unpacked completely, replace bins & boxes as budget allows, with clear totes that fit each collection or group of ‘stuff’ - ideally, of uniform size so you can stack them, in a corner if need be, behind couch, etc, but also easy to access. Latch top totes keep your stuff safe and prevent damage. They are easy to move and store. The uniform look reduces clutter and being clear helps you visually to find stuff / not forget what is stored. You are in transition, and young - you have done so well at letting go of excess! Keep the things you love but in a way that matches your vibe, and supports your desire for a cute and organized space. Can’t wait for part 2!

[@shawndaniels-lr8mx]

Well done Libby on smashing your goals and continuing to declutter 🎉

[@SimplyLibbyt]

💪🏻getting it done!

[@stephtarpley9314]

An idea for the mugs you really want to keep. A mug box wall display, you can keep them, use them, and enjoy looking at them.

[@persephonebasilissa5109]

As a fellow ADHDer, I keep a tote of totes on a hook next to the front door and another tote of totes in the trunk of my car, so I rarely have to buy more totes at any store. I also ask the restaurants to use them when I get takeout, so I don't have to deal with the plastic bags.

[@Jamie-vw8bj]

Maybe you know this already but i still want to say it... Thank You for inspiring me to push forward and thru depression and still get up and sort thru and declutter one sack or one box or one shelf or one drawer at a time. 💞🙏💞🙏💞🙏💞

[@BlueBird-nf2gp]

Great job Jamie! 🎉😊❤

[@aloluccak.8303]

Sending you much Energy and love 🩷 u got this! One at a time

[@tahirihwalsh6217]

You and Kelly are doing so great at organizing and decluttering!! You're making a beautiful home. Way to go mama.

[@kimberly3200]

I call them wide mouth mugs but the larger ones could be used as soup bowls, especially during the winter season. My boys and I have also use them as ice cream bowls and cereal bowls. 😂 Love your no holds barred videos. Real life experience. Thank you for this. ❤

[@veryhappymondays]

Thanks for the inspo Libby! Sending y'all positive vibes📨Keep up the good work!

[@SimplyLibbyt]

Thank you so much!!💙🥰

[@FlippinJewelry4Change]

Way to go!! I could absolutely see at the beginning of the video that you had made good progress in the living room - the foot path is way bigger than it was before and lots of real estate around other places too. And then tons more in this one video!! I can't wait for you to get to a point where you're ready for the couch. As someone who "started over" in my 40's with a young teen son at the time, sitting on camp chairs for six months b/c there wasn't money enough for furniture ... once you get a couch in a living room it transforms the feeling from a "space" to a "home". You're doing a great job momma - keep smiling and keep on truckin' along - it WILL all come together!! Shalom Shalom! K-Lynne

[@robynfletcher0801]

Shalom

[@SimplyLibbyt]

Thank you so much for sharing this, it's so helpful! I've had people tell me to just get a dang couch already, it's not good for my son. That child will sit on anything 😂 it will be so much better when it comes though! 🥰🥰

[@cynthiac2558]

@@SimplyLibbytyes, and once you get the couch, you can better space plan around it ❤

[@iheartmanythings]

For the notebooks, maybe you could take out the pages you want to keep and maybe put them into a binder? That way you don’t have to keep the whole stack?

[@crystalmcmahon302]

Well done Libby it’s going to look beautiful when it’s finished. Thank you for this video decluttering is what I have to do today. You’re doing a fantastic job. Have a great day ❤

[@BlueBird-nf2gp]

Good luck Crystal! 🍀😊

[@persephonebasilissa5109]

Libby, I'm armchair diagnosing you as a Clutterbug butterfly. It looks like you do well organizing your things in a pretty, visual way, in large, easy-to-put-it-away categories. Do more of that! Cas says that hanging things on the wall where you can see them and put them away easily is key for your organizational type. So hooks are great. Also, clear bins like in your pantry are key. You're doing well, and your instincts so far as to storage solutions look like they'll truly help you maintain your home more easily.

[@jillc1910]

Can you store laundry baskets inside laundry baskets, your wrapping paper in a zipper bag underneath your bed, and will your sofa have storage and can you trade someone for a smaller crate? Make sure to keep a bag of bags in your car. Congratulations on the continued great efforts!!

[@Mel-AU]

Great good so far Libby I am so excited for the next part 😘

[@vickyfurnival2715]

Hi libby I’m all the way from the uk and wanna say keep on going and you making so much progress and I’ve watched a few of your videos and you ❤doing amazing

[@LinV04]

Good Job! 👍🏽 each empty box, tote, bag is a plus! Your Son is a good helper! 💙

[@jackieford7151]

Hi Libby so lovely to see you , I was going to suggest half way through,maybe put donations once sorted into your car to free up space & give you the motivation to take them to the charity shop 😊 , I see towards the end thats what you decide to do 😂, great job looking forward to tomorrow xx

[@SimplyLibbyt]

I'm sooo bad about it! I put it in piles and then forget but you'll have to see how good it looks in the next one 👀👀

[@janetsmith8963]

I agree. Put donations and recycle stuff in the car.

[@persephonebasilissa5109]

Ways I've dealt with wrapping paper over the years: - Under-bed bins - Tall narrow boxes in the hall closet - Smaller rolls inside larger rolls - Decluttering down to the most versatile and/or my favorites - Garage bins - Specifically using them up instead of buying new (sometimes 1 new roll at Christmas) - Considered over-the-door organizers, but never did them - You could also consider *not* keeping a supply on hand - donate leftovers after each holiday/event or switch entirely to gift bags (which can be pretty, excess totes that you are willing to part with) ETA: - Recycling

[@vickilaurence6026]

Your place is looking great. Thank you for being amazing.

[@sarahbell5360]

Central Perk shirt. Gilmore Girls on. It's like watching myself especially the mugs. You could never ever have enough mugs in my opinion. I am crazy for all things coffee. Have a blessed week friend. And thanks for another great video!

[@nbig860]

Always enjoy your videos 😍👍

[@katkasvobodova7733]

It feels like you are really talking to your friends through the camera lens. I feel like your friend too as I look forward to each of your videos! And as I watch the whole process of declutfering of yours, I have always thought to myself that I would have helped you immediately if I was there! So silly... 😂 Anyway, I am you all my strengh and support😊❤

[@persephonebasilissa5109]

Things that the child made for you: I wrote approximate dates (even just the year is fine) on the backs of them and put them in folders/bins for later. After 10-20 years, it's easier to decide what's truly special and what isn't. Dana would say to make sure you assign a specific space/container as your limit. If it gets full, you just decide which items are more container-worthy than the others.

[@CynthiaMiller-cc3qj]

You’re making good progress! Keep it up. Glad to see you unpacking & organizing again.

[@heathers8623]

Good job on the living room, I can really see the progress you've made. For your DVDs and VHS tapes, Elgato makes a video capture device that connects your computer to a VHS and DVD player and makes a digital file of any DVD or VHS tape. If your local library has a digital media center, they may have these available to borrow.

[@laurawitt4451]

I use a small portable file box and add hanging folders and put the art work kiddo makes in there. You can organize by year or grade!!

[@valerielatpakdy4805]

Good job decluttering. I can see your progression from when you first started this process in your old home to now. You ask yourself a lot of questions now about whether to keep or save, will you use it, etc. Thank you for a great video.

[@alohamrhnd]

Great work! I took 95% of my DVDs out of their cases (kept a few of the ones that had cooler packaging as-is) and put them into paper DVD sleeves. It's saved me a lot of space. If you don't want to do that, I'm sure you can easily find another DVD rack at Goodwill. Keep up the good work! Looking forward to part 2!

[@lauramitchell6725]

You could also stack them high for now ,where your jewelry was,behind your makeup. That way,the stuff that you use everyday is only in front.

[@AndreaHernandez-ym8bb]

My daughter watch Gilmore girls every year during fall/winter! She said its so comforting and relaxing:)

[@dianemcdonough1058]

I’m a Mug person also💓but now that I’m 66 I have downsized to about 15 of them💓☀️

[@BlueBird-nf2gp]

Great job! We decluttered a bunch of mugs recently also. 😊

[@pattywright4717]

I’m sure it feels good to get this stuff done. Keep up the good work ❤️

[@SimplyLibbyt]

It felt soo good!

[@juanitaturner7019]

I also put all our DVDs in a DVD holder. I have two cases that holds 100 each. It’s so much easier to find the DVDs bc I put them in alphabetical order. I purchased the cases from Half price bookstore.

[@lauramitchell6725]

Thrift stores always have them too.

[@RiRisWorld4Eva]

You did so great! 🎉

[@marlove1867]

I donated all my VHS tapes, keeping my DVD, and went back through my DVD collection to donate a few more

[@josephdaly2015]

You are doing great and I look forward to part 2. Have a great week. Mary, Joes wife 🙇‍♀️👏👍💪🙏💐🐶

[@marlove1867]

I'm glad to see you getting things settled in. It's hard. I know I'm in the same moment. I only kept 4 coffee mugs and 6 glasses. I've collected a huge set but only kept 6,

[@BlueBird-nf2gp]

Great job! We recently decluttered lots of mugs also so I feel ya. 😊

[@Live-Your-Passion]

just a suggestion if you take a break on the home , and clean out the car. then use the car to put donations in. It will help you cause it gets that stuff out of the way and it's already in the car the next time you drive by and can drop it off. Also there are coffee tables or end tables you can build with dog fennel , i dont know if those kind are available at a store pre built. That would possibly help make space.

[@susettedavis]

You are on a roll! This was a very good video. You can get a wrapping paper holder that hangs from a door or an under the bed storage container.❤❤❤❤❤

[@pamharper6313]

Hey Libby!!! I loved this video! I'm watching The Gilmore Girls too.. not sure why I never watched it before because it's so good!! I'm only on the first season, halfway into it. You are rocking it girl!! So my best to you and Kelly!! ❤❤❤

[@tamerasyniec6621]

Kelly has the greatest color hair. Keep thriving.

[@deeannmoore]

Another great video Libby!! You’ve made so much progress girlie!!

[@diannehall1534]

Thank you for your previous post. Do not feel sorry for expressing your voting rights and choices. It takes time to declutter, take it one day at a time.🙏👍

[@paigehardy4359]

I like big mugs and I cannot lie! LOL! But I find my coffee gets cold and I really don't love warmed up coffee. But I still use the big guys!

[@tammymarshall4746]

Happy Sunday Libby My Dear, you’ve made progress for sure. I’m glad you were able to get a tv so that you could enjoy it as well. I don’t know if I missed it or not but do you have some kind of framing around the tv? I’m so happy to see you continuing to make progress🥰 Have an amazing week🫶🏽

[@colleenjoan8072]

I was wondering that too

[@SimplyLibbyt]

I'll have to share that! I completely forgot lol but yes I did- it's washi tape.

[@brennagreenglasspeacock]

Way to go! So much progress 😊

[@cherylhartl3749]

Great job Libby! You’ve been doing such a great job decluttering and organizing your new home. As for your pups kennel, is there any chance that you could get him a smaller one so it doesn’t take up quite so much room.

[@kims914]

I saw once where someone put a wire shelf along the side of their closet and stored wrapping paper rolls between the wall and the wire shelf. Takes up almost no space.

[@shannonw6604]

Great progress...so many decisions. I love the 3, 2, 1 go to get started! It's a tool that works well for me too. LOLI think your place is going to be super cute. You can see it unfolding. You and Kelly work so well together, and have lots of little laughs. Great memories being made.

[@SimplyLibbyt]

Gah you are so sweet! Thank youuu!

[@suekurtz1024]

Best Buy just took two laptops and an old kindle off my hands- for free and no questions asked after they had been sitting around here getting very dusty for YEARS! It’s such a weight off.

[@BlueBird-nf2gp]

Great job! 😊

[@justwenday]

So much progress 🙌. Soon, that sofa will be in place❤. Keep going 💪 ✨️

[@jacquelinepaxton8381]

Welldone I have been inspired emptied everything into my living room. Now how many months to sort 😂 I get so distracted thank you for being awesome inspiring us who struggle to get motivated ❤

[@BlueBird-nf2gp]

Good luck sorting!!!! You can do it!! 😊🍀🧡🐦

[@robinjewell306]

Soooo proud of all you've accomplished 🎉

[@SimplyLibbyt]

Thank youuu 💪🏻💃

[@janaorganizesitall2997]

Massive like on this video, Libby. You did an amazing job! You truly make this place a home. ❤ And also massive like (why can't I press "like" more often for one video?) for your last video.

[@BlueBird-nf2gp]

I agree! There should be a love button along with the like button! Or maybe a like, love and a give us more button! lol

[@nutcase1995]

I'm a DVD gal too! if there's an old movie on amazon that I would have to pay 15$ for, I can usually find it at a thrift store for a 1.50!

[@pamelafreeman4548]

Awesome progress!!!❤😊🎉

[@saltandpepper9389]

I’m sure you’ll find a good place for all the furniture once the room is clear from totes and boxes. Thanks for the motivation 💖

[@SimplyLibbyt]

I'm hoping so! Thank you 🥰

[@laurawitt4451]

Looking good! One suggestion is to use the plate risers from dollar tree to get your more vertical space in your little closet!!

[@jenniferespinoza6826]

Question? You live in a apartment complex, do they not have dumpsters for trash and recycling on site? You keep saying you have to take recycling to your mom’s house. I’m just a little confused, I live in San Diego and always have had dumpsters for trash and recycling. Great job pushing on!

[@SimplyLibbyt]

So they have trash cans out for us but I'd have to pay for recycling. my mom usually doesn't fill hers (my sister does) so I take it to hers lol

[@BLUEGREEN65]

Great progress, Libby! 😊 Always love when you post a new video!!!

[@danielleflemm3439]

Looking soooo goooood!! 2 suggestions…1. get a cd wallet and transfer those dvds out of boxes. Takes up less room. You could probably find one at Goodwill or the like. 2. While at good will, see if they have a smaller crate, or one of those crates that look like a side table. That would be totally cool for the space. What kind of sectional are you looking at? Hoping they have storage in it. Also, if you can get a couch that’s a few inches from the ground you may be able to put storage under there. Like wrapping paper, etc. good luck. Can’t wait for the new video. 😄

[@Lulu-fk6yu]

Does your sweet doggo really even need a crate? In my country we don’t crate our dogs and they do just fine. My pup just hangs out on my bed when I’m not home.

[@persephonebasilissa5109]

About the cords, IIRC Dana and Dawn keep their cords in small/medium clear bins. I think Cas keeps hers in an opaque box with a lid. I think you'd probably do better with the clear bin. It feels like that's a thing that might live either near the desk or near the TV. But Dana would tell you to ask yourself, "If I needed an electronics cord, where would I look for it first?" Take it there now. That's its most functional home.

[@Sophie-kn3gh]

Great Job! A car declutter would be great!

[@SimplyLibbyt]

Thank you! That one's gonna be a real doozy 😂

[@lj245]

This is a HOME. You're doing great. You have my respect. Great channel. Soo down to earth😊

[@SimplyLibbyt]

You're too sweet 😭🥰

[@persephonebasilissa5109]

For the notebooks, you might consider storing them vertically in magazine holders, either on a shelf or on a wall.

[@theelderscrollsgamerskyrim8531]

Maybe put the donation bags in the big tub, and put it straight in the back of your car, get it out of there! 😊

[@lisssquishypoptart431]

I use those binders with sleeves in it to keep drawings my sons made and put some photos in

[@SimplyLibbyt]

Smmarrtttt

[@marianacastillo8843]

Clicked within a min 😂 so happy you posted a video today

[@SimplyLibbyt]

😂 I'm so happy you're here! 🥰🥰

[@mennasmith9467]

I had an idea on what to do with your dvds. I keep mine in a dvd folder it cuts down on space and keeps them out of a big box

[@dianematthews2659]

Hey Libby , sorry if this a stupid , but most crates for dogs fold flat would that help .

[@isabellerininger6249]

Hi Libby-have to considered the Rubbermaid under bed storage? I love doing that for seasonal or memorabilia.👍 Sofa thoughts…. Just get a loveseat with a chaise instead of a giant sofa or perhaps two recliners. Much more room and the kennel can become an end table. 🌸👍

[@FlippinJewelry4Change]

OH! And ABSOLUTELY going to need a video demo of how a "zuccini noodler thingie" works! 😂🤣😂🤣

[@robynfletcher0801]

😂😂😂yes

[@SimplyLibbyt]

😂😂 I'm literally so bad at it

[@FlippinJewelry4Change]

@@SimplyLibbyt no worries, I absolutely googled "zucchini noodler thingie" after watching your video and then went down the adhd hyper focused rabbit hole of recipes and have now added zucchini and noodler thingie to my echo shopping list 😂 😂😂😂

[@Sunbarb]

Hi Libby 💙💙🫶👍

[@SimplyLibbyt]

Hi!! Thank you so much!

[@Nwladylaura369]

Bit by bit you’re making progress! I think a loveseat would be a better choice since you don’t have a lot of space. And a smaller kennel too! Can’t wait to see the final setup. ❤

[@ireneromero5326]

Getting stuff done ✔️ Great progress 👏 ❤

[@Angienicholas1975]

great job keep up the good work it will get there

[@kerrijones719]

Well done. Great achievements happening. 😊🎉❤

[@GiGi-to-Three]

Great progress. I think once you get the donate, trash and recycle out you will have a lot more rom

[@francescarossi6084]

You are making steady progress, way to go! you are sorting as you go. An idea for the kennel.....you could put a pretty cloth right over it, maybe in a corner?

[@meka1369]

I love once upon a time. The story lines get more and more crazy.

[@SimplyLibbyt]

It does! The more I watch it, the more it makes sense lol

[@melodyspencer3868]

Great job so far. Keep up the good work

[@SimplyLibbyt]

Thank you! 🥰

[@linetteuong1564]

When living in an apartment less is MORE You will love it if you purge most Having space is most important than a bunch of stuff especially for your son

[@rhondap8683]

Great job! 😊

[@cynthiac2558]

You are doing a great job, once you get the donate, recycle, trash and things for your mom’s storage (drum set maybe)? It will clear up for the next round. I had to get a smaller kennel for my dog due to space, and he actually enjoyed it better❤ empty totes can be used to store donate items

[@BlueBird-nf2gp]

Libby! Look at you decluttering mugs! Fantastic job!!!! You’re making great progress. Hope your ankle fully heals very soon. Have a wonderful week my dear!!! 🧡🧡😊😊🐦

[@SimplyLibbyt]

Right?! I was pretty proud of myself for decluttering those! Lol also thank you for your big hug from the last video. I truly did feel it 🥰🥰 The ankle is getting better and better. I appreciate you!

[@BlueBird-nf2gp]

@@SimplyLibbyt We're just a mutual appreciation society here! 😉😊

[@BlueBird-nf2gp]

I've been shopping for Christmas decorations (because with recent events I need all the joy I can get this season) and stores definitely have more holiday mugs this year so you're not the only one who loves mugs! There are so many super CUTE holiday mugs!!!

[@vangiewalker8922]

Well done!! It's always great to see another video from you. I would like to suggest that you keep the wire trolley to put your desk stuff in temporarily. You can always get rid of it later, when you've made more decisions. Meanwhile, it's better than not knowing where to put stuff. ❤😮❤😂

[@paigehardy4359]

Have you ever seen the end tables that are kennels? They have them on Wayfair and they might have them at Walmart online. Your dog isn't too big and your current kennel is really big! The end tables are super cute and if I remember, they aren't too expensive.

[@lisssquishypoptart431]

You’re doing awesome. It is looking better. Very nice 👍 😊

[@SimplyLibbyt]

Thank you! 😊

[@sarahholland2600]

All those films on DVD are probably free on You Tube. Link your TV up to YT & voila. My space is a v similar size: & you need to be ruthless.🙂

[@SimplyLibbyt]

Gahh! But I love them 😭😭 (I know i need to probably get rid of them lol)

[@sarahholland2600]

​@@SimplyLibbytDo you have under the bed space?

[@glendaroberts8463]

I love your laughter libby❤❤❤

[@SimplyLibbyt]

Thank you!

[@patriciarussell756]

Hey Libby! Awesome!😁👍

[@thetanz8111]

I love your videos, you really help motivate me! I hope you're having a great day!! -💗 from Vegas

[@SimplyLibbyt]

Thank you! You too! 🥰

[@sharonwright1726]

Keep up the good work. Try and get as much out as you can….it will help you see where you are..youre rocking it …. You’re my hero

[@SimplyLibbyt]

It helps so much! Awe thank you!

[@valerielatpakdy4805]

FYI, somehow I got unsubscribed to your channel. I was wondering why I hadn't seen your videos pop up on my screen. I am a subscriber once again.❤

[@GardeningMa]

Love your videos! @SimplyLibbyt Couldn't you put the kennel where you have the tower like furniture full of games ect. With just the door on the narrow side that opens and put the tower of games toward the door at the end of the sofa? That way you don't get as many gaps and also the focus is on the games not the less pretty kennel... I was thinking you could also find a piece of plywood or something cut to size and fix 4 wheels underneath so that the kennel could rest on that. It would have two benefits: your dog would be further away from the cold floor (condensation also at least it is common here in the UK) and also it would be easier to move to the middle of the room when you want to give everything a good hoover (vacuum?) and a refresh before putting the kennel back in its place... Also your dog might like being in the corner a bit more tucked in and out of the way... At least mine like it... Sorry just ideas... I hope I'm not annoying you too much. Keep up the good work! Your place is becoming so welcoming and nice! 👏🏻😍🎉

[@lauramitchell6725]

And I’m pretty sure that I saw the dog asking for that fluffy white rug for inside the kennel.🤭

[@gillhutchin9244]

Love the Gilmore girls, just finished the whole series for the 5 th time lol xx

[@SimplyLibbyt]

It's so good!

[@dianemcdonough1058]

Does your dog really need the kennel 💙let him sleep on a dog bed💙

[@sallybeattie3982]

Libby, when you take the donation stuff to your car, take the empty bags as well. Then they are in your car when you go shopping.

[@patriciarussell756]

Nice hat Kelly!!😸😄

[@SimplyLibbyt]

😂😂