MY DECLUTTERING MISTAKES! | Messy to Minimal FAILS?! RE- ORGANIZE With Me | MINIMALISM MOTIVATION

[@NatalieBennett]

*OKAY, poll question of the day-- would you like to see a part 2 to this video? Because I have a couple of other spots around the house that need a decluttering/organizing revisit!* 👍👎

[@cheyennekeziah1566]

Natalie Bennett YES!! I love watching your videos for inspiration.

[@adriana.goldbaum]

Yes!!

[@kourtneyrahn3935]

Yeeeeees!

[@Joybug_51]

Absolutely! So encouraging to see revisions and hear you thinking aloud about your decisions.

[@carolynspotts4972]

Yes, please!

[@patwanner1781]

When I reorganized under the sink I got peel and stick floor tiles at the dollar store and installed them. I can clean under the sink so much easier than before and if there’s a spill or a water leak nothing is ruined.🌼

[@itoshiibaka8267]

Love that way better than the thin liners....

[@gingerprice9221]

What a fantastic idea, Pat. Thanks for sharing

[@sallydavidson4471]

I don't store food storage items under the sink for that very same reason. If parchment paper or tin foil get any moisture on them they are now garbage!

[@lukeanddaleigh]

That is a great idea!

[@donnawag8197]

I always thought this was a good idea, but found I couldn’t find anything but a big box of them. Too many to use. I didn’t know you can find them in other places. Thanks for the tip!

[@sinkintostillness]

The two things that work for me in keeping the house functioning are: 1. never leave a room empty handed 2. Put it back right away after use, if it has a home make sure it returns there. As we're talking minimalism I have been reducing down the cleaning products too. You simply don't need 100's of different things. And some of the chemicals out there are horrible anyway. Choose your favourites and avoid the fad items.

[@reginaeudy9249]

These same things have been game changers for me too! I've finally figured out the cleaning products I like but I'm trying to periodically use some of my old products so I can use them up. It's great to see space opening up as I can get rid of some of the old products.

[@nzrabbit77]

Never learn a room empty handed is the rest maintenance advice ever

[@psymompa]

I'm constantly decluttering. If you see your home as a living organism, it takes constant upkeep . As soon as I work through the house, I start over. Each pass of a section makes the process easier. Thanks for sharing your video. I like getting ideas from others.

[@michiebutterfly7785]

When everyone was busy decluttering during the stay at home order, I was in a funk and barely keeping my head above water in a totally disorganized school district while doing distance learning with an ese child. We just got notice that we are doing distance learning in the fall, but the time gods have given me an extra 3 weeks to get my cr** together!:) now I have 4 weeks and 3 days to organize my whole house so I can make room for a school room and we can be here all day long without clutter!! Wish me luck!🤪🤍☀️Hope everyone is staying healthy and safe!:)

[@ingaluna6122]

Michie Butterfly77 how did it go? Wishing you the best of luck with the distance learning!

[@mj5697]

I used to have a heap of cleaning products, but I make my own now 🙂 white vinegar is inexpensive and cleans juuuust about anything! 🍍

[@bellepulchra5816]

Koop k lollipop pollock Kokomo

[@jenna-leachapman6403]

I've just switched over to doing this and loving the difference and simplicity of having minimal cleaning products already plus its much cheaper which is a win 😀

[@carlacampbell2230]

Yes I too prefer less single use products and more multipurpose products. My most commonly used product is watered down dish soap in a spray bottle. I use that on everything!

[@tracybzowy2486]

Yes, that's what I use for cleaning, dish soap and water jn a spray bottle. I use rubbing alcohol for disinfecting. And a few other things occasionally if needed, like vinegar or baking soda. Soap and water pretty much does it all.

[@tiegansmith2002]

I was raised on using a different spray for every single thing, now I just use a multi purpose or an anti bacterial depending one what I buy. Will never understand the need to own tens of products when one or two will work for everything

[@christinarae-ann9412]

I’m so stoked for this one! I’m going through a “phase 2” declutter of my house and I’m shocked at how many more things I’m able to get rid of! Granted, I did my first whole house declutter almost a year ago, I’m still shocked at how many things I kept and how much we have accumulated since then. It’s definitely an ongoing process 😊

[@Mocha_Minimalist]

Of course this quarantine time has allowed the world time to really get it together. I ended a long relationship and my ex loved keeping electronics. He would always say, "I know someone that can fix that". And of course it never made it to the repair shop. So now im getting rid of a broken and very old(2011) laptop, broken hoverboard, broken lawnmower, broken mini motorcycle, and broken bose mini soundbar. Cant wait to see it go.

[@itoshiibaka8267]

I would venture to say we almost never get it right the first time we declutter! I think decluttering is like a muscle or a sport. You have to practice judging what you actually need. After you clear out the first layer of clutter, you can see much more clearly what's left, too. I must be on my fourth pass now and it's still so satisfying when I decide to let go of a decorative item, a sweater, or a kitchen utensil. 😊

[@Crrttopgal]

I really love those floating shelves. Their clean lines, even through the mirror, make it feel like the bathroom is much larger than it really is. Great job!

[@MissLoveLinds]

I find your channel so calming, you have a lovely way of describing things. Really enjoyable to watch xxx

[@karanelson1851]

sometimes I feel disappointed and feel like I wasted my time when a declutter project doesn’t seem to work out as well as I had hoped so great job for not giving up and trying again! It looks great! And under the kitchen sing is always a struggle🥴

[@SimplyBeautiful516]

Me too. I’m discovering that for me a lot of my clutter and disorder is from trying to have too many different items for every possible occasion or possible need. If I needed it once and didn’t have it, I’m compelled to have a LOT of it so that never happens again. I feel like there’s probably a name for that kind of thinking. It’s hard to balance between too many and too few.

[@rocknmamma2666]

And very discouraged ‼️

[@caitdesch]

The plain wooden ikea spice racks fit perfectly behind our doors! I have three in the bathroom painted the same color as the wall so they blend in to organize my makeup and skincare. It’s easy to see everything and clean up after getting ready. Plus it’s hidden behind the door! I’ve used them in my closet to hold nail polish and hair ties and stuff too!

[@yp170]

As you close out the video - the reflection of your new shelves and the two lovely plants look wonderful ~! You are so right about how the previous shelving unit was texturally/visually "busy". I find it extremely encouraging to learn that decluttering is an ongoing process, as is maintaining the functionality and flow of any space. Thank you ~!

[@mateiacdgchampion9957]

I'm constantly decluttering and reorganizing (I do enjoy it, tho), thinking to myself what was going on in my mind the first time around... This video is totally easing my mind, by the way and I really admire your courage, Natalie, to share the updates because it's a constant work to keep a minimal and functional place, I think so. Your videos are so real and inspiring!

[@BingusBuster200]

Decluttering has become one of my favorite things! Since entering the minimalism journey a year ago our lives have become stress free and simple! I always new the clutter caused me anxiety at home but I didn’t realize how much! Now our family is at a point where a clean tidy home takes minutes a day! I however still enjoy the small amounts of purging that needs to be done on a regular basis! Your doing such a great job and I enjoy watching your journey!

[@heathercheatham2598]

I rarely watch a video and declutter the same space but decided to follow your lead on the master bathroom. I did the mirror, and all the vanity that was my or shared stuff. Managed to get rid of a three drawer storage thing and a bunch of random stuff. I have a few things I’ve decided if I don’t use in the next two weeks I’ll get rid of at that time. I had so much I couldn’t see what was in there. Much better now! Thanks for your inspiration and how real you are with decluttering.

[@lindayoder484]

Love what those new shelves did for your bathroom! ❤ Thank you for the encouraging messy to minimal videos you share. And thank you especially for keeping it realistic! I love the fact that you work with the space you have, and how content you are with your house even though it's not your dream home. ❤

[@daisybuchanan5378]

Great Natalie ! Decluttering is like showering, vacuuming, dusting; recurring processes ! But it gets easier over time because we get better at it and we have less stuff. I’m a fan of lazy Susans or turntables with sides under my sink and actually in many places in my house, and I use acrylic self adhesive rectangle holders on the inside of sink cabinet doors to hold wraps, bags, sponges, magic erasers, etc.

[@rebeccagleason9685]

For the bathroom I have a product that changed my life- over the door organizer. My favorite is from Ikea and spans the entire door with 6 baskets. I have each one for a different category. Haircare, skincare, makeup- it will store it all and will be neatly tucked behind the door.

[@JennyStone]

I've been clearing out my home and am so motivated to continue! One thing that helps my cabinets look good is *adding contact paper to the bottom!* ♥ Jenny

[@wandarichardson4213]

I love the white shelves in the bathroom😍A relaxing, light colored wall paint would definitely help the bathroom have a Spa feel. Thank you for sharing✌💛☺

[@wanderlust9372]

every year I purge my bedroom at my mom's and every year i end up throwing at least 2 or 3 trash bags of crap I don't even live there, why the hell am i holding on to all this stuff ?

[@rebeccarendle3706]

So true.. You have to go back several times.. Some areas I have done 4x.. Decluttering is continous.. Also once decluttered.. You need to live with things and readjust after a while.. And your taste develops and changes with decluttering and living more minimalist... But each time becomes easier.. Due to less stuff and knowing what you really use and need!... Great that you brought this up!

[@tammyhogan3726]

Not a fail. Two plus years in I finally realized there is not a "there" there. Priorities change. Tastes change. What seemed needed just isn't. It is ever evolving. It is a journey.

[@sophiagray3191]

Decluttering is definitely an on-going process, I've been doing it for years and years and absolutely love it. It's so calming and satisfying to me. 😊

[@sarahr9323]

Finally someone with a kitchen sink cabinet like mine!! All these KZbinrs have no pipes in the way and I can't use the things they have. Thank you! Also I started minimizing my house 2 years ago and it's never done. I'm constantly touching up spaces and rearranging areas. It's part of the fun 😜

[@TheMinimalishMama]

I loved this Natalie, and totally agree - it takes a few times to figure out what works, and regular maintenance! Along the way, you change your habits and systems to put things in their new homes, so it gets easier and easier!

[@cheryl336]

I enjoy these videos so much because of you I have tackled 80% of my own I love the last month or so now all I have to do is my laundry room and for your negative always remember just like you said we learn as we go we always can go back you're such a positive person

[@laraharding849]

I love the idea of building several passes into decluttering. The Minimal Mom calls it the Onion Method. It takes the pressure off. I think you hit the nail on the head when you said the mirror makes stuff look like twice as much. For that reason, I think a slim, closed cabinet with sliding doors would make that look so much neater. I love your little shelves. I think they call out to be on the wall behind you above the towel rail, with just a couple of desert themed things on to simplify the number of objects on view, calling for your attention. 🌵🦎 🏜 remember plants need sunlight to be happy.

[@lilbasketballer32]

For my hair ties, I keep them in a little container like you're doing but I also keep them all on a binder ring, or a carabiner, so I end up pulling them all out then pull one off the ring. I found if I was trying to pull out out before the binder ring I ended up pulling multiple out of the container at once and spilling them.

[@candycandyissodandy]

Going on four years of continually decluttering our home! Finding we enjoy living with less and less and less over time.

[@grogers511]

We store wraps/bags in wire storage racks attached to the inside of both doors under the kitchen sink. It’s taken a few passes to peel back another layer and perhaps get more real with myself about what we really use. I still revisit areas for maintenance.

[@cactusrose9601]

God bless you! Yes, the struggle to maintain minimalism is real..... but so worth it!!

[@lpnffchick]

🍍 so glad you are real about this. You see houses on KZbin and they look so perfect and in reality it’s probably just the space they are filming lol!

[@shelbys2750]

I love those picture shelves that you put in the bathroom, that's exactly what I want to do in mine when we get to that point.

[@karindaniel3436]

Love you being real and authentic!

[@ericabechaz1153]

Thank you for your encouragement on going back to the drawing board! Also I just cleaned my kitchen while watching this episode. I've enjoyed your messy to minimal episodes for boosts of get up & organize you can do this! Thank you for sharing your life and family with us.

[@jhemeyer]

LOVE this transformation so much! I’m loving going through & binge watching the Messy to Minimal series from the beginning. I found you through Dawn’s channel at The Minimal Mom, and I’ve always wished she had documented the very beginning of her minimalism journey, so I love being able to watch yours from the start. Changing those bathroom shelves was EVERYTHING! What a difference!

[@TheKatina16]

Recently found you from Dawn’s January declutter series. You are so industrious! And I could listen to your voice/wisdom every day. Bless you!

[@Jayzie00]

For under the kitchen sink, you could attach or hang an organizer on the cabinet door for all your wraps and sandwich baggies. They would then stand upright and be easier to grab. Search “cabinet door organizer” and you’ll find tons of options. Same for your spray bottles. If you want to have more of them handy you can attach a dowel or towel holder with a rod so multiple bottles can hang from it. If you own there’s versions to drill in or if you rent there’s versions that hang over the door. There are so many great organizers nowadays that don’t break the bank

[@melissataylor5187]

I use that same tiered rack under my sink and have always loved it!

[@AngiDas]

Your videos are such an encouragement and also a balm to my soul. You have been such an example of having a functionally home and also healthy soul. Have a blessed day. 💌

[@sethellenmayo3893]

Totally agree. Minimalism is a journey that you keep going back and tweaking and re-decluttering, etc. It also changes in differnt seasin of life. I started our minimising journey about 6 years ago and it is way better than it was before and we've made real progress. But things come in so often that need 'gatekeeping' or maintenance. You get more skilked at it and I find i do it more regularly as partvof my routine and then it isn't such a major job :-)

[@catharinabra]

Hi Natalie! Loved this revisit because I want to see how you maintain the declutter you’ve done. 🍍 would love to see another followup video! Love the new look of your bathroom after this declutter and the change you brought when you changed those shelves

[@nicholemaclean1888]

Looks great! I can’t handle visual clutter so this just makes me happy. Also not having things on the counter makes me feel better, it makes things look more open.

[@sulmaoropeza7848]

🍍 Natalie, thank you for your honesty don’t be embarrassed. Thank you for doing these videos of revisiting. This is how de cluttering and organizing is, it’s constant. I think we all go through the reorganization of projects even when it’s working. I think that cleaning supplies can last a long time so I hope you just put them in the garage and not threw away. The after looks great. Under kitchen sink it’s a big struggle for a lot of people.

[@PropheticMotherhood]

So true! It’s nice to hear someone else who has to re-declutter as you are enjoying living with less!!

[@karafurr3067]

🍍 I love all your videos, but especially this series. And this video is so real. I feel like decluttering and having a minimal mindset and home is a constant process, not a one and done, especially in our consumerist culture. Thank you for being real!

[@taraisfluffy]

I really like the concept of this video! Its very positive and it highlights that understanding ones lifestyle is key to decluttering and reorganizing. Thank you!!! Hope to see more like this!

[@scraphappyjen4561]

You are so right organising is never a one and done thing. We change, our stage of life changes and there is a constant shuffle of things coming in and out of our lives that means re-evaluating our spaces is an ever-evolving process. That bathroom shelf made the biggest difference. Having everything in a single line and the visual ease created by that and the white shelving really compliments the space. The green plants are the best part 🌳🌵🌱🍍

[@JLWhite-lq9oe]

I lived with what I thought was a small master bath, Kudos to you for making this work. Pinterest hack I used was a over the door shoe rack so when the door was open it hid the mess of products that would normally go on my counter.

[@petro3441]

You go girl.this is a great makeover.love the white with the grey wall.

[@lauraallen2852]

Your bathroom re-visit looks so much better. Love the new shelves, made a huge difference. 😊

[@SimplyBeautiful516]

I have to admit I did some panic buying a few months ago and now I have no place to store all the “necessities”. It’s driving me crazy. So much food and household supplies that I think I literally have a year’s worth. What some people call prepared, is now just looking obscene. And gone are all of the empty spaces where I had decluttered. 😩

[@jennerationcreations5982]

🍍🍍 I haven’t seen them all yet but I’ve watched many of them! I think this journey will be lifelong for me. 🤣. With 5 kids items are constantly coming into our home so we will have to really stay on top of it to keep things decluttered. I’m just starting but already it feels good to be moving things out of our small home.

[@melissafields2459]

Bathroom turned out so cute with the plants and little shelves. I have one in my bathroom that has been great. If it can fit, you might enjoy having your hair products in a taller tub that helps cover all the colors/logos, etc that contribute to the visual clutter.

[@melwalker8639]

The red top you were wearing at the start of the video is so gorgeous on you x

[@kitdubhran2968]

Love those little grey organizing dishes. I got a bunch of those from target and use them inside one of their cheap flat totes. Easy quick way to organize.

[@theminimalartist5020]

🍍! I have watched them all more than twice!! Love your videos!

[@amyfletcher4749]

Yes..the bathroom looks better. Nice job

[@audreyhertz301]

🍍 great job! The bathroom looks so much better!!

[@aspencordoba3204]

The continuity of the white shelfs look great!

[@judynoyes7971]

I don’t know if I would have this many facial products, maybe if I was younger, but at 77, I don’t bother with that much anymore, but you can tell by how fresh looking and young you look it’s working for you. You are lovely to look at.

[@rustysz1064]

I would love to see part 2. 🍍 You're doing an amazing job. As someone who has been an aspiring minimalist for the past 20+ years I can tell you that the decluttering goes on forever. 😊 Minimalism is more of a lifestyle than a process and I always feel better when I'm practicing it then when I'm not. 😁

[@bigreddallas2742]

Enjoyed your honesty! Also. you cracked me up! Other than shampoo/conditioner, I have TWO hair products and ALL of my makeup fits in a three drawer holder that is 5" tall by 5" long by 3" wide!! (Kept under the sink on a shelf). And, yes, it is an ongoing process, one I have been doing since I was 13!!

[@jenwrenredmcmoore880]

Binge watching the series... thanks for the realism and honesty 🍍

[@bethaliz17]

🍍 This has been such an inspiring series, Natalie! Thanks for all the ideas (and for your vulnerability!).

[@felipenreyes5208]

Loving this channel having come across it last week. Some cool hacks and definitely giving me time de clutter. Thank you 🙂

[@anouk.baasdejonge]

I decluttered so much in my second round of decluttering my old childhood bedroom, currently my appartment could also use a good declutter but I'm postponing until after we got married so I can organize the gifts while decluttering at the same time :)

[@jenniferrumsey9887]

You should declutter before you get married so you can begin married life only with what you need.

[@donnawag8197]

We are coming into a new phase, empty nesters, but not in the usual way. We have been the “storage unit” for out son and daughter. And have been happy to help with this as our parents did for us. Now our son has returned to Mexico after living for five years abroad and has removed all their stored things just in time to make more room for our daughter to accumulate furniture and boxes of household goods that she hopes will be moved into her new apartment in the next two weeks. SO...Mama Donna can’t wait to start tackling every room in our house and the office and large storage room in an adjoining building. It will have to be a slow process due to some health challenges, but watching your videos is gearing me up for the monumental task which I intend to thoroughly enjoy. Thanks for all your practical tips and your encouragement.

[@donnawag8197]

And, OH JOY! IKEA has finally arrived to Mexico City!

[@maggiemae3735]

I honestly haven’t ever put much thought into a minimal lifestyle or decluttering or donating things I don’t use and in the process of decluttering my house AND my car, because I definitely have a hard time keeping my car clean!🤣 Love this series! It’s been really helpful, thank you!🍍💓

[@lilysgram5886]

Great job under the kitchen sink & in your MBR Bath!!!

[@kristennese4001]

I am a newer subscriber and I absolutely love your channel. Your personality is so sweet and genuine and I get such a feeling of calm when I watch you. I love your minimal series and will continue to watch you from Pittsburgh! Have a great day.

[@Alex-vc8nq]

🍍 I love that your videos feel so real. I struggle a lot with the decluttering in my house and your channel has helped me a lot. Love and best wishes from Germany 😄

[@corikublank]

I don't remember who said it but I've heard that you should declutter and reorganize a space as many times in a year as you touch it in a day. So if you go into your pantry let's say 3 times a day, you'd declutter abs reorganize it at least 3 times a year. I personally think that's a really good motto to help you your spaces looking clean and being functional most if not all of the time

[@HarmonyOfEnyaMagic]

Yes to more videos of this nature and i love you and your FAMILY is Amazing! 🍍

[@inspiteofbecauseof4745]

Great job! I think with a little under the bathroom sink adjustment you could put those thing that were on the white shelves down there.

[@Lizzy43645]

GIRL! The first video I watched of yours was the bathroom makeover and I too had all those same thoughts but I FREAKING love how it turned out today!

[@glittertogore]

I recently did my second declutter under my kitchen sink and it didn't take long at all 💞 you realize how many different decisions you make and you are a lil bit more easy on letting go

[@raisingthemsimply]

🍍 love this series! Now if only the hubby was on board 😂

[@sandywilliamson4435]

I know what you mean! My hubby is very slowly following my lead.😊

[@witchescauldron]

Oh same! Glad to know I'm not the only one! 😆

[@jessicarodman3569]

The shelves look soooo good!!! Thanks for the idea

[@sarahparks1376]

I am loving this series of yours. It is very motivational. My 5 year old daughter loves watching them with me. 🍍

[@jreule6668]

In your bathroom, maybe install a built-in cabinet between the studs where you took down the shelf. You could get much more space with the clean look of having things put away. Keep up the great work!

[@minimalzebra]

Well done Natalie and yes it’s a journey and it does need revisiting.

[@summerroark94]

So nice! I love the after one the bathroom! The white shelves look amazing and changed the whole room for the better 😃 🍍

[@Bramdmd]

Love the bathroom re organization! It turned out beautifully. I also loved Palm Springs BTW :)

[@Christine4life]

Well I call minimalism trial and error. I've made so many mistakes and I'm doing my best to learn from them. I remind myself the goals... Why did I get into minimalism? What is the reasons, etc. Thank you Natalie! For being real... ♥ ♥ Also 😍 your messy to minimal series! I've watched most of them so far!! 😁 Yes I would like to see part 2 of the video!

[@jenniferwilson511]

🍍 Love the video! I am currently downsizing our family of 4 from over 2000 sq ft to 1400 sq feet😳 purge has become my new favorite word! Love your videos, they are giving me a lot of storage/organization ideas!

[@nikkijohnston2891]

Yes it's hlf ten at night but guess who just got up of sofa and declutter cleaned and reorganised under the sink cupboard and another storage cupboard in kitchen haha !

[@clairemack2750]

"Water kismet"... I love it. What a cutie!

[@ielline]

I'm rewatching ☺️ your videos really help me relax

[@ELCL123]

🍍thanks. I play your decluttering playlist to declutter with. I love decluttering with you!

[@chelsealeger4992]

I bought the exact same organizational items for under our sink and the shelf (that looked like it would solve so many problems!!) didn't work for us either. Instead of saving it for the next house, because we're looking to buy, I just gave it away. I figured that on this "minimalism" journey, if I need multiple shelves or drawers for under my sink, I just have too much stuff. It hasn't gone as planned, but it's a little bit better!

[@debbielenoir5472]

I have made the decision to decide on what cleaners I want to use on a regular basis. I prefer the lavender scented dish soap, hand soap and spray cleaner. I also buy the refills so this cuts down on plastic bottles that need to be thrown away. I also have the mesh drawers because of limited space under my sink. In the bathroom, have you thought about investing in a larger over the toilet cabinet? I cannot tolerate acrylic makeup organizers on top of the cabinet. I bought a professional makeup bag from Amazon and store it next to my dresser in the bedroom. However, I use acrylic makeup organizers to be stored in the cabinet over the toilet for my husband and I to store toothpaste and toothbrushes, deodorant, razors, skin care, etc. I pull my organizer out when I’m getting ready for the day.

[@ohsohome6268]

Decluttering today and needed some inspiration!! Thanks!

[@katemcmahon8843]

I'm really good at organizing but keeping up with it is where I fall short :( I'm so glad you're addressing maintenance of these spaces!

[@NatalieBennett]

Maintenance is SO important! 💕

[@katiewoessner-langenderfer1106]

Thanks for the motivation an encouragement to just keep trying if you don't get it the first time

[@noraimadyckman7843]

Love it! Thanks for being real! And love the bathroom transformation!

[@pinadelmonico]

Awesome job!! So smart & helpful to revisit these spaces! Hooray for ur bathroom & esp the free spot above the toilet!;) thx for the motivation!!😘🙏🏻