Office Overhaul | Speed Cleaning Success

[@robynvanderveen6740]

Homeless Shelters & Youth Shelters can always use toiletries :)

[@JavaFirst]

Perhaps domestic violence places as well.

[@leanneb6622]

And clothes

[@MegPat4]

Are you doing a holiday gift guide this year? Yours are my favorite. You always have great ideas.

[@melaniekim4344]

I love how Winnie absolutely doesn’t move during that first clean even though you’re working right around her😂 But yay! Great work Jen! Keep it up👍🏽 I clicked so fast when I saw you uploaded😁 love these videos!

[@jenniferlarsonjaylaplans]

I was thinking the exact same thing, you could only see Winnie breathing, hilarious!

[@0JReynolds]

I worked on our family home office a couple of months ago. My granddaughter happened to be over visiting and we ended up having a kind of party working together. Even my husband got in on our work as lots of the paperwork was his. I was sad the next day when she went to school because it was such a fun day. It took me a week of working on it because we went through every file and got rid of out of date warranties. I can see your happiness shining through doing this kind of work. I know you enjoy getting things done. Proud of you sweetie.

[@JodieC26]

Women's shelters would love the unused bath products. Great work!

[@samanthagreaves3022]

I know that you are struggling with how overwelmed you feel, but I just wanted to let you know that you have always been an inspiration to me and you're video's are just what I need to get motivated with my own home. Best of luck getting everything done and just remember that you're not alone and we all love you.

[@SabrinaJeanJackson]

I have a few areas that need a huge overhaul with organizing, purging and cleaning (basement and craft room). I put them off because I’m limited on time but you are motivating to just set 20 minutes aside each day. That’s doable! Thank you! I can’t wait to see how your craft room turns out.

[@lornavansteen4416]

Great Job!!! I have an art room that I did the same, 20 minutes at a time just cleaning the floor and horizontal surfaces. I found that once I did that the overwhelming feeling left and I wanted to be in the space. I think you should keep filming because you may inspire a viewer to tackle their own space. Being overwhelmed does something to us mentally and many times in my life I did not allow myself to enjoy other things because I always felt like I needed to finish a specific task first. Keep going!!!!

[@Erin-thornycrown7]

I clean my house 20 minutes at a time. I am super proud of you for showing yourself grace and coming up with a plan that works for you. ♥️

[@cindihansen8111]

Way to go Jen! I am in the same boat, trying to clean things out! I just donated 5 grocery sacks of wooden stamps and craft supplies and I feel like a ton of bricks are off my shoulders. As a card maker/scrapbooker, I have accumulated an obscene amount of stuff and I don't use most of it 😳 my style has changed and now I find that I find myself reaching for clear stamps instead of my wood mounts. The wood mounts take up more space than I want to deal with. It was REALLY HARD at first, but its getting easier and easier!!

[@glenniepeery8989]

Thank you for sharing your journey. I have an office that has gotten out of control, and I've put off cleaning it for months. You have given me the inspiration to jump in and do a bit at a time because mine is completely overwhelming too! I appreciate your being so honest about the difficulties you've had through the process. I struggle with perfectionism, so these videos are so helpful!

[@organizedmama78]

Great work, Jen. It’s so nice to see you donate so much to charity. Knowing that someone else will find great use for the items and cherish them is the best feeling 😊

[@carliduncan6408]

Hi Jen! I love the speed cleaning which shows how much you're sorting. My office has also become like yours and I'm working through it at the same time too. I would be interested to see some normal speed clips showing your decision making process and how you determine what will go into which pile. Thanks again for the great content!

[@PALMBEACHPICKER]

You are doing a wonderful job. Twenty minutes a day has already made such a big difference . Keep up the great work.

[@prettypixychick]

Looking good! IMO if you don’t take the shelves down, you should switch the bins out for a neutral color.

[@prettycountrygal2367]

You did a good job!!! You have inspired me to work on my apartment, which is basically two rooms the size of your office, plus a small walk in closet and a small bathroom. I have finally got my kitchen table clutter free and clean and fresh. And tomorrow I'm planning on decluttering the floor around and my chairs. And next week, I'm going to work on another part of my kitchen/living room floor. It's a living room kitchen combination. Keep up the good work and I feel like I am going through this journey with you.

[@HJPeet]

Yay! So glad to see the momentum. I agree with taking down the shelving. It’ll be so much more open and zen without all that bulk on the walls. Now that you’re a purge machine, you won’t need the storage anymore! :)

[@ruthlott3765]

The music with your “speed” work is so perfect for these videos 🤣👍. Thank you for sharing your method to your madness 👏👏👏

[@Kischa07]

Look at you go! Yay Jen... So happy for you!!! To be completely honest, I am quite the neat freak (or so I thought) but my home office got nutso too! We have 4 children, work 4 jobs between my husband and I and life just got crazy! I finally realized that I was avoiding my office too! My space is much smaller but I still packed a ton in it! I decided to tackle a little bit each day and am already feeling so much better! My next project is the closet in there... ugh that’s going to be “fun” lol! Thanks for keeping it real and inspiring us!

[@HannahBMann]

A little progress each day adds up! Looking forward your next update!

[@mbbee83]

Love this and so glad to see it going well! FYI, Apple has an online resale option too, they'll mail you a box and you send it in and can get a credit/gift card. We recently did it for our old phones and the whole process took less than two weeks from start to finish and was way less stress than dealing with trying to get to the Apple store in person.

[@TWILL50]

I appreciate you being realistic with the the declutter process. Because it takes time. Keep up the good work. I think there’s a book about this process. Not everyone can do Marie Kondo. I can’t!

[@123mintjelly]

I so hope you are still doing your Christmas Gift Guide - it has really helped me out a lot in the past. Hugs to you !

[@bluewrenbirdie]

Yes, take down the shelves! That big wall of clutter is so visually overwhelming, I can't even imagine it hanging over my head all day while I'm trying to work. Maybe keep a small section for your albums if there's not room for them in the other bookcases. But I'd be tempted to use narrower shelves and store them covers facing out, so they become art in themselves. Then move what you still need from those bins (you mentioned you never go in them) into the closet with the rest of your supplies.

[@theboutique1]

Maisie T I agree

[@saloca87]

Just watching this makes me want to go sort out my own desk space! There's something so satisfying about a clean and clear desk! Off to see how much clutter I can clear in 20 minutes now!

[@lucyluvz12]

YES ! YES! YES! Jen you have clear , separated dedicated areas with items set to go to there destinations.I love this phase,I’m telling you ,you would have regretted just donating EVERYTHING! super productive my lady!

[@gailcarsten7903]

You've made great progress and should be proud of yourself. I think once you get all the stuff out of the room and organized you'll be able to have a different perspective on things. I would not rearrange the room. It's really nice and it's a bonus to have all that shelving. The challenge will be to not keep accumulating things so the room doesn't revert back to what is was. Carry on and good luck. You're doing great!

[@christianehoran1600]

For me these are the most inspiring vlogs you've ever made. My paper mess is overwhelming to me but seeing you tackle your office is helping so much. Thank you Jen!

[@cjordan919]

love the sweet red, yellow, green, and blue drawers on the shelf above your computer monitor. love these vids. i'm in a similar place of being uninspired by my space. working at chipping away and uncovering clarity

[@HK4seven]

Great job!! You sound much happier with this speed clean. :)

[@pattybarnes4944]

Jen..you can do it! Sometimes, decluttering can be daunting..what to do with stuff. Hope you will do some vlogmas this year?!!

[@whatgwenloves]

It's always so crazy how smoothly things start to go once we get momentum. It looks so much better!

[@eiyiyiyi]

Very old saying .... what's the best way to eat an elephant? One bite at a time. Same goes for decluttering! You're doing a great job. hugs, eileen

[@lauralvegan2835]

Boy, you really make a lot of headway in 20 minutes. So inspiring! I feel a sense of accomplishment just seeing what you get done. And, yes! I love the speed cleaning filming. I, personally, find it motivating. Happy purging!

[@amandahaak5077]

I’m inspired to work in my home office! It’s the room that always gets away from me and is a catch all for the family. Great idea on the 20 minute shifts so as not to get overwhelmed!

[@amim5144]

Perfect timing jen! I just sat down with my breakfast and coffee! Ok, watching now!

[@patriciawakefield169]

Thx for sharing. When you showed those 2 purses, I thought those would be perfect for CC. They are adorable and smaller for the time she would want to carry a purse...or play grown up, etc...Great Job letting go of your belongings. I have such a difficult time with emotional attachment to "things". Take Care. : )

[@penelopepeach]

I can’t believe how much you got done in such a short amount of time! Thanks for sharing your progress because it’s motivating me to get through my own stuff. About those Disney Dooney’s - they will DEFINITELY sell! There are FB groups dedicated solely to people reselling their Disney Dooney’s. There’s always a demand for them. Side note - I’m eyeballing that Rifle Paper Co. bag! So gorgeous!!

[@lucyluvz12]

I am so glad you consigned the Prada & LV ,those are such sought after items by a lover of such..and poof off to another happy home,something I once loved I want to place in a happy home To be loved,I’m very nostalgic

[@cazfloss1990]

For once I could actually watch something like this without feeling guilty as I’d had a good clean and tidy of my house this morning!

[@Tinkerellastreasuretrunk]

Baby steps. Jen I have been following you since the beginning. I have won a prize from you a few years back. (Julep nail polish holiday set) you inspire me with my organization especially with my hubby and myself downsizing from 3 bedroom to a 1 bedroom home you were in my thoughts for my own journey and No it wasn't easy !! But Keep up the great work. God bless.

[@memyselfiii1]

I have a big pile of Christmas gifts that I need to organize. You make me want to get it together and do it.

[@rebeccaotis8056]

Glad to see that you are finally getting some forward momentum! I'm really looking forward to seeing how things turn out and what, if any, redecorating and reorganizing you do!

[@Sarah-ij3hg]

Loving seeing the great progress in this series. So motivational tfs 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@pineconelife]

Jen, fantastic! I love how you say the 20 minutes are working. A good reminder to us all to break up the tough jobs and just start. Super decision on the Instagram account. Only put up what you can handle shipping. You”be got this!

[@lauralvegan2835]

You need to show yourself your BEFORE footage. You’ve made huge progress in a short time! Kudos to you.

[@skywriter9359]

It’s really good. My house needs same kind of ruthless clean out.

[@ghettoarcade]

I think changing out those bins would go far in that room. They are just so busy and loud

[@theresac9099]

I like the bins, they have personality

[@LanaLiloShow]

YAY! 👏🏻👍🏻😊Glad you’re making progress on your project! I like your idea of having a new background/inspiration wall. Now that you have kids, (especially as they get a little older and are invited to birthday parties and things) I think wrapping paper organization will really come in handy. So maybe you can hang it somewhere else, or if you don’t have room then maybe hang only 1/2 or look into other paper storage. But I can see that dispenser getting a lot of use in the future.

[@priyagln]

Just as I decide to tackle my wardrobe, I see your video! Love it

[@shelleywells2912]

I have a storage closet that is impossible to walk around in! So I have decided to mimic your 20 minute idea! So far so good heading out with donations soon. ! Making progress too :) thank you !

[@scottishmama4684]

Good progress. It's amazing what you can get done in short bursts.

[@collegechik3]

Yes, please more of these videos. Always love, but rarely comment. ❤️🤗

[@TheGoldProject]

Woohoo!!! You made some great progress. What an amazing set of donations. Big hugs, friend. You have been on my mind daily. Saying prayers for you and sending positive vibes.

[@DeeHazel]

Great progress Jen! I always feel a better when I move out clutter and I love this idea of setting a little time limit.

[@itsmeredith]

Thanks for sharing!! Bit by bit we are all getting closer to our organizational goals, thanks for leading the way!

[@1stubble]

Great to see you speed cleaning again!!!

[@HayleyAKAGiggles]

Really enjoying these videos! Excited to see the final result :) keep up the great work !

[@RJweblink]

This is a great progress Jen! I can tell by your voice that things have already improved the way you wanted too. I have consolidate my stuff and only have few that I actually use that serves its purpose, I don't over categorize very important to me whether papers or online inventory of stuff.

[@amandagomez7140]

You have such gorgeous things. Hopefully you saved a few special pieces for Cece when shes older.

[@carolsailer1395]

Your making great progress!!! I went in my closet & did a “pick up”...been shoving crap in there for the past week or so...time to clean it up!!

[@Blessed2BaMommy1020]

It is so nice to see you smile! Congrats on the progress!!💗

[@TheNatureChick1]

So inspiring! This makes me want to tackle some of my scary spaces too lol. It’s great to see you making progress and feeling good about it. Can’t wait to see what’s next! P. S. LOVE Winnie snuggled up in her bed, she looks like a stuffed animal!

[@lindseysmith5791]

This is interesting! Gives me motivation to clear my clutter and my headspace will clear along with it. Keep it up! Can’t wait to see what you do with this space in the end 🎉🎉👍

[@Moonlight-co4hs]

'Little and often' is a great way to go. 🎶

[@SavvySerena]

Your doing awesome! My husband is a hoarder and I am constantly having to go through things. I need to do what you have said in the past "get brutal" because I noticed more things were gone when you did this.

[@joshabby4268]

Great progress.. yayay.. Hope you & don are doing well along with the kiddies.. xo

[@chasdinh1]

Miss these types of videos! Love it!

[@susanvelez6534]

The bath and body products are great for a woman's shelter good job mama!

[@cathyscraftylife1309]

Amazing job! It’s amazing what 20 min can do! Thank you for the motivation. 😊

[@kelldogg5132]

Perfect timing as I am cleaning out my office desk!!

[@StudioSaraCam]

Please share about that cute advent calendar!!! 😍👏

[@kledfordMK]

This was my favorite of the cleaning series!

[@dreamdesignmom]

CC might like playing with your Disneyland run purses 😉 I’m so glad you decided to Sell one item a day on Instagram

[@vslife8217]

yes I 'm here for it. you have inspired me to start my mbr.

[@MaryK-iw9xo]

👏🏼 👏🏼 👏🏼 wow- you got a lot done! It must feel good!

[@amymerryman9330]

Totally off topic, but what brand/style are your house shoes?

[@JustCallMeMeghan]

Hopefully you're anxiety is starting to lift some. Sending you love.

[@southerncouponista]

Making some good progress, Jen!!!

[@showtimesynergy87]

race bags!?! heck yes!

[@lesli3352]

Ive been waiting like krazy for an update😉

[@love2planandteach]

I love your videos! Your office is amazing! Where did you get the desk and filing cabinet system?

[@baitsandbikes6405]

💜💜💜I love this video! I need to do the same! Good job girl🤗

[@laurenb7170]

Thank you for continuing to share with us! Nice progress! :)

[@smitasethi5770]

Hi Jen, I’ve been watching you for years and years...Here are a few tips I live by so life doesn’t get over cluttered.. 1. If you haven’t used it, worn it in 2 years... your not going to.. with the exception to seasonal items. 2. Ask yourself if you really like an item...give yourself 6 months more to use it or wear it... it your don’t... it’s time to go 3. I’ve turned all our memories into a digital formats... I’ve learnt this from my mom... as she downsizes no one wants to hoard old photo albums or memory books...it’s she kept them for 30 years + but now what... sometimes things look great but you have think about the reality usage of them also. Good luck and keep decluttering!!!

[@mademoisellepierre2020]

You had a Halloween candy dish from Grandin Road in one of your older videos. I'd love to buy it, if you ever decide to sell it.

[@sophiawitkowski1082]

Another fab video love the Disney bags I am the same as you it’s not that I don’t want too sort things it’s just getting started isn’t it you are doing soo well hope you anxiety is get a bit better I suffer from that too soo I know how are it is some times x

[@DisneyPoppinsDisney]

Definitely interested in the race bags!

[@caesa1057]

Send the bath and body products to Project Beauty Share! Or if you want to do something more local, check with shelters and churches with food pantries.

[@hugskissesxoxoashley9925]

Thank you for sharing your process! Satisfying to watch! Also - that Purple Tink D&B has had a good resale value online in the past. Not sure about today’s market but you should list it! (Not saying that for myself just have seen people sell that release online over the years lol)

[@BonnyL]

Yes put your race bags up for sale ... they are Dooney and Bourke and will sell quickly

[@shannjess5223]

Would your local childcare centre like the old diaries, cards and paper for art and bags for dress ups?

[@TammySkipperTV]

Love these videos! I'm so inspired to really work on my space this year. Can I ask if that's your race medals hanging near your monitor? Could you show how they are tied?

[@ElaHumanRightLawyer]

I'd like to see what is inside the bags of stuff you get rid of :) just curious i guess

[@MrsRebW]

Ela Ana Berker me too - I feel like hearing reasons for letting things go is so interesting

[@Dootsgirl]

You’re doing great! Thanks for sharing with us!

[@simplifyandsatisfy]

Give bath and body products to the food shelf! Go Jen go.

[@MsJustice007]

Hello Jennifer!!! I'm the one that lives 10 miles south of you and I had previously begged you to keep the Silhouette Cameo machine, I stopped your video to say that I hope Hope hope that you're keeping the machine & I promise we can take classes together or figure it out on youtube, if you want to. I hope so :) okay, back to watching your video......

[@MsJustice007]

you did a great job, Jennifer!!! Please contact me, I'm shy, too, but I've always wanted to hang with you. Susan near Chicago

[@janettesquires]

Great progress Jennifer 🙂

[@shereegarrett9241]

Love the Vera Bradley totes

[@Paula-xp7ve]

Very proud of you! Now I need to get motivated to do the same ❤️