decluttering & reorganising my ENTIRE apartment (very cluttered & messy) in melbourne

[@northwoodfalls1403]

Why is it so satisfying to watch people decluttering? It’s soothing, I think. Decluttering and moving things around, reorganizing etc., changes the energy of a space. I don’t even care if that sounds woo woo. It’s just true lol. It’s like the energy gets stuck and stale and moving things around unblocks it and I get instantly infused with fresh energy and creativity. Have to say (well, I don’t *have* to, I just want to …. 😆) as a Canadian just going into winter, when you rearranged your winter coats/jackets I did a double take and rewound because I was like, “where are they?” Hahaha. We have a closet the size of your entire wardrobe just for our gear. Snowsuits, heavy duty snow boots, cold weather rain gear, warmer weather rain gear, a variety of winter coats (from full on parkas to dressier coats to work/active in various lengths for various activities/needs), the in between “what the hell is it even doing outside today?” coats/jackets …… all the various versions of hats, gloves, mitts, scarves ….. the idea of being able to give a few square inches of space for “winter wear” still has me giggling. A big job, to be sure ❤

[@scrivspo]

you're SO right!! it really does feel like a new energy. and omg, australians think it's cold here in melbourne but NOTHING like you hahahaha that is crazy

[@ggerdagg]

@@scrivsposorry but where are you living? I am really curious where is no winter.

[@scrivspo]

@@ggerdagg anywhere in the southern hemisphere is the opposite to you, so Australia has summer when the US/UK etc has winter x

[@ooolalalivv]

Casually flashing your half marathon medals and the fact that Ethan does Olympic rings! You two be doing it all!! Hope you're having a relaxing Sunday and soaking in clean feels of your space 🤍

[@scrivspo]

He’s a fitness king!!! I’m trying my best hahahaha. Love you thanks for watching!!!

[@ooolalalivv]

love you🤍

[@lauramcgarrah7472]

Omg love you both love your energy❤

[@Intaanputraa]

“Mental Health Care Plan…? What’s that doing here 😜” what a relatable sentence 😂

[@scrivspo]

Hahahahaha

[@BibbyLou99]

I’m constantly singing to myself “don’t put it down, put it away” to a funky tune and it really helps 😂 Also we have a lot of small systems in place being a ND household so everything has a place but it’s an easy place too (washing being a big one)

[@scrivspo]

I am obsessed with your funky tune that is the best thing ever

[@famewolf.mp4]

Ahh from the jump I'm just smiling like a goof u guys have the best energy together :') Ethan looking so dapper in those pants!!

[@scrivspo]

omg this made my day!! and how COOL are his pants! he's in his fashion era

[@erinmctague7188]

I got a costume box in elementary school because one of my moms best friends had older girls with random clothes and I got all of them 😊. This video was so satisfying. Living in an apartment definitely challenges a person to come up with different ideas.

[@scrivspo]

Aw I love that!!! And I’m so happy you enjoyed ❤️

[@MaraMara89]

That really helped me realize how much things I do own 😱 I live (alone) in my place for 6 years now, so that is partly a reason, and before that I rented place and was living in a dorm so I do own random plates, cups or pots and travel gear (suitcases, backpacks and bags)🙃 I also love having hard copies of books, so probably half of my belongings are books (1/4 probably clothes and 1/4 other things). I definitely need to declutter, especially boxes with miscellaneous stuff. All you ideas seems quite nice (even though putting tea so out of reach is not for me as I drink some everyday). If you would ever need more space for cups/mugs it is good idea to have extra shelf insert (for example Variera from IKEA), it also works great to divide space for plates (I have flat ones under it and soup ones on it) - that way you can have all plates you needed at nice level shelf - really convenient. Maybe you can consider switching sides for clothes in wardrobe too? If you would hang your coat on the left side and then your "video" clothes and your everyday cloths on the right side you would have all your everyday clothes in one space - meaning you would need to mostly use one door to reach for almost all everyday items (less time watching that little mess made of video things) :D

[@scrivspo]

Oooooh that’s a really good idea in terms of my clothes!!

[@Delkb89]

Okay I love the idea of a costume box-although you mentioned it might seem like "hoarding", I do think it's clever to hold on to these pieces for a just-in-case and to also cut down on landfill waste!

[@scrivspo]

I agree!!!

[@PalakMahanot]

Genuinely the best cleaning & organization video! I'm pumped to clean my house after watching this

[@scrivspo]

Yay so happy you enjoyed!! Good luck with your clean!

[@anetaw.3742]

I have a strong plan to declutter my whole apartment between christmas and new year. It's a perfect few days when I'm off work. Love this kind of content and I will rewatch your film in a month and 2 weekes :) Edit after watching for the 1 stime: I also have a shoe box for all things related with my fiance and our relationship since the beginning. We know each other nearly 20 years so its full of great memories. Ikea Malmback picture shelfs (or similar) are perfect for Vinyls!

[@scrivspo]

Omg that’s so cute that you have a relationship box 🤍

[@itshellosydney5284]

I love seeing you do this together!

[@scrivspo]

So happy you enjoyed!!!

[@miriansmile]

So satisfying!! I feel so relieved for you! Having a clean and organised space translates into clear mind! Since you moved I have always wondered why didn't you get a small (maybe round) dining table and two chairs for the centre of that space, since it also seemed to me that all the furniture was piled against the walls. I guess you have to be in the space to know what feels right (and most importantly, what fits 😂)

[@scrivspo]

We’ve talked about this before and if my desk wasn’t in the living room we’d 100% do it! But I think it’d be too much furniture 😭

[@EnchantedWhispers25]

Omg when all the cans kept falling 😂 lol he has impressive catching skills! Great video and I love that you went section by section, this would take me days in my house. 😅

[@scrivspo]

Hahahaha so funny

[@ursyreynolds3836]

absolutely love this sort of chill organising video!!

[@scrivspo]

Yayyy I’m so so happy you enjoyed it!

[@yaycaffeine]

Omg I'm about to declutter and organize today, this is the perfect vid to get me motivated to start!

[@scrivspo]

Good luck!!!! It’s so satisfying!

[@jadesimone8947]

Trying not to wake my housemate up at 6am while laughing at the cans falling out 😂 xx

[@scrivspo]

Hahahaha

[@kirrisolly-slade1313]

Inspo for your seasoning grinder…. I know it’s summer time so might not be what your feeling but ginger is so good in soups like a carrot and pumpkin or roast veg soup! 😋

[@scrivspo]

YUMMMM

[@MaLittleSyd]

Hi! This is the first video from you i'm seeing, and I really wanted to leave a comment (I rarely do) to say a big thank you to you both! I've felt so welcomed into your home as you were explaining things in a very simple way and talking straight to the camera, without cuts every 3 seconds, definitely appreciated it! I've moved in a new appartement this year but I've been sick all the time and too tired to tackle on the organising as I want it to be. I think when I'm ready to, I'll be coming back to your channel to give some motivation and strength! I also have a costume box and 3 memories shoe boxes ;)

[@scrivspo]

This is such a lovely comment!! You’re always welcome in our home! Try tackle it one room at a time so you don’t feel too overwhelmed and give yourself lots of treats 😂😂 hopefully see you again in my comments once you’ve done your organising!!!

[@jodybogdanovich4333]

Same situation. Let's get 'er done (baby steps as energy allows)!

[@linilavender]

I don't know why but I had to laugh so much at 2:04 💀😅

[@scrivspo]

It’s sooo funny hahahaha

[@clarapenaloza1933]

Hi!. about the furniture separating the couch from the desk, you can turn 90 degrees to each side and use it for decoration and/or storage. that way you sill get the separation but get rid of the ¨wallitis¨

[@scrivspo]

I’ve tried that shelving unit all types of ways and it just looks really odd 😭

[@irenero8932]

You can also add legs to it. Ikea also has drawers and doors to add.

[@rog5184]

I love home organization and declutter videos. 😍😍

[@scrivspo]

Yayy so happy you enjoyed!

[@Hjg936]

So satisfying! Makes me wanna organize my room as well

[@scrivspo]

Yesss you should do it!!!

[@elaynejuten9084]

I love a good re-org video! I haven’t done a re-organization in a while! I did a huge clear out about a year ago and have actually kept up with the maintenance of it all. Maybe I should make some clutter to declutter lol.

[@scrivspo]

Wow I’m so impressed!!! Teach me your ways hahahaha

[@elaynejuten9084]

@@scrivspo lol, well my job doesn't entail making fashion content for KZbin, so that helps to start. 😉😆 My main motivator is use what you have. That's really helped me keep things organized and in check (aside from my nail polish collection... 😬)

[@hberror404]

Yaaaay loved this, just what I needed ❤ also yes absolutely a costume box family 🎉

[@scrivspo]

Yayyyyy so happy you enjoyed xxx

[@edwardleecaliforniausa]

Hi Harriet happy Monday night and I loved your weekly reset vlogs and your editing is sooo good and you are amazing Supporter

[@scrivspo]

Thanks Edward ❤️❤️❤️

[@edwardleecaliforniausa]

@@scrivspo your welcome sending you hugs ❤️ 🤗

[@beckyangelique]

Just reorganised my bedroom so this is great timing! Love these kinds of videos 💖

[@scrivspo]

Omg great minds think alike!!!!

[@steffney]

I just love organizing and decluttering videos 😍 maybe you can show in like a pile next time what you decluttered ❤️😊

[@scrivspo]

Oooh yes I’ll do this next time!

[@christielee9899]

thanks for showing us a realistic reorganising

[@scrivspo]

of course!!! thanks for watching

[@puneet6940]

so happy to see another video from you :)

[@scrivspo]

Yayyyy thanks for watching!!!

[@BethGould]

Mental health care plan HAHAHAH too relatable 🙃

[@scrivspo]

Looool we love our menty health queens

[@rominahamel8458]

Omg my family also had a special custome box!! me and my sister loved to go in there and dress up silly and play ❤

[@scrivspo]

Awww that’s so cute!! We were the same!

[@Jenny559716]

You could use one of the empty kitchen drawers as a tea drawer so it easy to get to

[@scrivspo]

I don’t really drink tea too much!!! But if I start drinking it more I’ll defs move it

[@lenalenalenar]

thank u so much for a video like this !!! i love love love them ✨

[@scrivspo]

Yay so happy you like them!!!!!!

[@Hjg936]

Your eyes look extra beautiful in this lighting 31:33

[@scrivspo]

Omg thank you ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@catymushroom]

This is giving me so much inspiration and motivation!! 😄

[@scrivspo]

aw yayyyy

[@usch5271]

Love these long vlog style videos ✨

[@scrivspo]

yayy this makes me so happy!!

[@leticiadelbianco9916]

so many good angles I'M OBSESSED hahhahah

[@scrivspo]

YAYYYY

[@LisaBorde]

You could put the books in a pile with the lamp on top :)

[@scrivspo]

Oooh cute!!!

[@jodybogdanovich4333]

I did that in my bedroom because my repurposed nightstand was too short compared to my bed. Looks great, works great!

[@madeleinepousar]

This video is really satisfying 😊

[@scrivspo]

Yay so happy you enjoyed!!!!

[@HereIAm247]

Love a good declutter. :) One thing I have learned is that it is not always 'just' how much stuff you have - sometimes, you don't utilise your rooms as effectively as you could. When I did a big declutter, I realised that I did have too much stuff, for sure. BUT - I was also using my space wrong. My bathroom have no storage (no cupboard or drawers, the room is tiny). The hallway closet held towels, sheets, seasonal wear, hygiene and beauty products, off season shoes, all my bags, and all my clothes, extra duvets and pillow cases, christmas decorations and my laundry. I still don't know how this closet can hold that much stuff. The small kitchen held all the kitchenware, as well as cleaning supplies, cords and manuals, papers and documents, my memory box, old books and games, and my plant pots. And my combined living room/bedroom? (the biggest room in my apartment) A ton of old clothes under the bed, that was impossible to get to (not that I wanted to wear it), a shelf of workout equipment, where I mostly use a select few items. And two bookshelves with more old books I would never read again, and a few boxes full of junk. I was basically using my most valuable space as a storage unit, instead of a functional home. And the smallest rooms held the most items. I think many people fall into that trap. In my living room, I emptied the space under the bed, and promised to never store things under the bed again - and I LOVE the feeling it gives! Most of it was donate, with a few memory items to keep somewhere else. I replaced one of the bookshelves with a dresser, where I now keep my creative stuff (I donated the old studbooks I kept on it before). The good thing about a dresser is that it looks neater, even if it is a bit messy inside at times. I kept the workout equipment I used, moved it to a different corner, and created a vanity table (a mirror and a shelf where I keep my everyday items - now I actually relax when I get ready in the morning). I got rid of half of the books on the other shelf, so it could also hold some decorative items. This room is now functional, instead of a storage area, and I love to hang out there. In the bathroom, I utilised some of the hooks to create a tiny extra shelf, so I can keep the essential bath products in there. In the hallway, I got two large, but decorative laundry baskets so I actually had the laundry space I needed, and it could free up space in the closet. Massive declutter of wardrobe and hygiene products, and I invested in some cheap baskets that utilised more space in the closet (kind of works as drawers, as well as dividing categories). And I can now actually access everything easier. Before, the back of the closet was 'dead space', because there was no easy way to get to things there. In the kitchen, a massive declutter of everything, especially books and paper. It is definetely shocking to see how much junk one can keep. But I think it makes it a lot worse, if one is not taking advantage of the space they have, or is using the best spaces as storage, rather than a functional space.

[@scrivspo]

Love this, thanks for all your thoughts!! It’s definitely a process isn’t it, I’m still figuring out what works best!

[@jrose37]

I would switch the books and the other stuff you put with the bottles/ records because that cupboard would be perfect to leave "open" styled like that

[@scrivspo]

Ooh cute!

[@BethGould]

We’re also a costume box household 👏🏻

[@scrivspo]

Yaaaassss

[@nataliefedden-gt6ky]

Love this vid, the editing with the text on the wadribe slide opening 👌 inject in into my veins 😂 On the broken desk drawer, I had a the same thing with my ikea desk, literally couldn't even get my hand in there, then one day just gave it a big tug and it opened and is now fully usuable. You probably have tried that already but if not maybe give it some brute force 👍

[@scrivspo]

Ethan magically fixed it for me!!! There was a loose screw blocking it from opening lol

[@nataliefedden-gt6ky]

@@scrivspo yesss! How satisfying!

[@marinamerch]

Such a great video!! 😊

[@scrivspo]

So happy you enjoyed!!!

[@sailorPinata]

I would display the pink cowboy hat on the wall honestly

[@scrivspo]

Omg that’s fun and smart

[@uncletaytay9362]

this was such a good video !! x

[@scrivspo]

So happy you enjoyed!

[@flexknits]

My unsolicited advice: get a NICE box to put your “special box” in. You can keep the shoebox inside it, but you’ll wanna give it some structure and love 😌

[@scrivspo]

This is honestly a great idea!!

[@sailorPinata]

22:50 Unless you're using it frequently, you could put the scale in the empty space so it doesn't collect dust on the floor and your bathroom will look tidier !

[@scrivspo]

Oooh smart!!

[@jenramirez5329]

❤❤New viewer❤❤ Seeking motivation to my declutter session within my home! Thank you for the motivation and virtual support! ♥️♥️

[@scrivspo]

i hope your declutter goes well!!

[@mellyjoy]

I need bulk recipes. We make food for 3-4nights too. But we just need more food ideas. We always go for curries as it’s easy to make it quantities

[@scrivspo]

Curries are so good! We also do a big pasta sauce (veggie bolognese) and just boil the pasta every night, also a really good carribean lentil dish 🤌🏼🤌🏼

[@IvyLilley]

Absolutely love this! Came up in my recommended. I suggest in the future you don’t show your safe for safety reasons though! Definitely move it now 🖤🖤

[@scrivspo]

Oooh good idea!

[@naomiseddon920]

Id definately put the toilet rolls in the open front cubby they’re plain look fresh and easy to keep looking g tidy x

[@scrivspo]

Oooo

[@naomiseddon920]

🥰🥰🥰

[@Punkypurplechaos]

Internally screaming watching you put your dishes in the pantry and food in the cabinets but if it works for you 😂🥲

[@scrivspo]

Hahaha I had it the other way around and someone suggested this! It’s working well for us so far!

[@sarshac648]

my fellow melbourne queen im from regional victoria and im a new sub

[@scrivspo]

Hiiii I’m so happy to have you here ❤️

[@mariam-rehan]

Hi I am from Egypt , I really enjoy your videos a lot , you have a really sweet calm positive energy personality Can I suggested some ideas for yt channel Can you try old money aesthetics I guess it will suits you Maybe try different styles from all around the world make it as series U know here in Egypt we follow the casual USA look but some how it hits different idk the same sweat pants doesn't look quit the same in each country maybe the way of manufacturing the cloth It just translates in a different vibe So I just wanted to say All support and love to you❤️❤️❤️

[@scrivspo]

Awww thank you for watching and thank you for the ideas!!!

[@mariam-rehan]

@@scrivspo love you sweetie ❤️ god bless you

[@LittleCutieABDL]

I like your dungarees 😊

[@scrivspo]

Thank you!!!

[@LittleCutieABDL]

@@scrivspo haha you welcome 💁🏻‍♀️ 🩷 Mila 👒🌸

[@MakeupCleaningAndCats]

Closet turned out great! I also have been cooking every 3 days because it’s just 2 of us lol

[@scrivspo]

glad you can relate!!

[@MariaClara_x]

I would maybe try to rotate the living room box shelves to use it as a vertical bookshelf or something 🤔

[@scrivspo]

I already donated them!! I definitely want a tall bookshelf to go there but that one was just not it

[@chanellemercier8741]

I love that you seem to be a natural beauty, down to earth and practical, not obsessed with perfect insta looks, makeup, outfits, backgrounds etc. I love Aussie utubers keep up the good work!!

[@scrivspo]

Thank you so much angel ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@asmaasalahsalim]

i like Ethan

[@scrivspo]

He’s the best!!

[@MuhammadZama]

good job

[@scrivspo]

Thank you!!!

[@MuhammadZama]

welcome@@scrivspo

[@LaikasFriend]

my mother is a seamstress and i'm a cosplayer so you could say i have a costume bin 😭

[@scrivspo]

I love this sm hahahaha

[@jennifersershen927]

Plates should go in the right side closest cabinet,glasses and cups on left lower cabinet. Pantry is where the food and larger appliances should go. Pots and pans should go in the lower cabinet where you put the tea towels. I watched where you placed everything and it made no practical sense to me.

[@scrivspo]

Totally fine if it didn’t make sense to you! We had everything organised in the way you suggested and it didn’t work well for us, we might change things up again but this is working for now!

[@mariamoller9269]

Hey you might want to move your health food to a less warm spot

[@scrivspo]

Oooh you think next to the oven is bad??

[@megancata1]

It's kinda weird to watch this video right after the declutter video filmed 7 months later. Several random questions I had about her home in the other video were answered in this one though.

[@scrivspo]

Hahaha I’m glad!!

[@lucyclark704]

You are lucky that Tupperware dont come after you for calling your clearly not Tupperware storage - Tupperware. A friend of mine referred to Ziplock bags in a blog and Glad sent her a cease and desist letter.

[@scrivspo]

Hahahaha wow I hope the Tupperware legal team would have better ways to spend their time!!!

[@miyayume_eclectic_dream]

I am 9 min in the video and....yes decluter is first thing as we all have THINGS but I also thing that small [open] storage is waisted space and potential.

[@scrivspo]

I donated it ❤️

[@sailorPinata]

You have 2 bathrooms ? I would do one for my partner and one for me

[@scrivspo]

This would be great but we have guests stay often so it’s easier this way!!

[@gbk1t]

How to reshuffle your sh*t

[@scrivspo]

I threw out so much stuff! Including an entire shelving unit hahahha

[@pinadelmonico]

Great vid but u didn’t give full “before” & “afters”😂

[@scrivspo]

I know, I did my best but only got a few!

[@alangiles776]

Hi Harriet 🙂 🔥🫒 You have worked hard on your declutter. Everything you have done looks good. I couldn't live without some snacks though 😋 😂.

[@scrivspo]

Thank you so much Alan!!