The Big Drawer Tidy Out PART ONE

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At the start of the year I resolved to tidy out the lovely big haberdashery cupboard that you may have seen in the background of many of my videos. It's going to take a l-o-n-g time, so I will make a series and post them from time to time so you don't get overwhelmed by tidying videos!

[@christinevalentine3373]

I love your cabinet. It’s like sitting with a friend and watching them sort through their things. Hearing the stories and absorbing the stories is a privilege. On Star Trek, The Next Generation there was an episode which spoke of the worth of stories to others and your podcast is a reminder of how privileged we are to hear your stories. Thank you.

[@katehenry2718]

"..... all that day you'll have a pin.... " I laughed out loud. There's a pin cushion in every room here because I sew, and mend and quilt and make lace. That means there are pins everywhere.

[@bettywhittington9654]

That butterfly loves your curtains. Of course.

[@terrysheehan9831]

Love watching you sort out your cabinet Kate. Not boring at all. I'm all for hearing the stories behind the objects.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

Thank you! there are plenty of stories! xxx

[@annettewhitbeck6072]

Your videos are never too long. They could always be watched in more then one sitting.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

well - there will be several in this little series I fear! I'll spread them out so it not all just about me tidying! xxx

[@lifeofjoy9404]

This was totally delightful! I fekt right at home with you as you sorted thru your amazing drawer cabinet, Kate. It felt like "old times" befire COVID when a dear friend and I would spend time together helping eachother to sort thru our closets, cupboards, garages, etc., to make the job less heinous. My, what a grand piece of furniture that cabinet of yours is: just 20 pounds?!? I love it!! Anyway, nothing you do could bore any of your fans, I'm sure, nor could your videos ever be too long. We adore you!

[@maryanneanderson8902]

Wonderful video and what a treasure the drawer is. I say yes to the yard sale. I home continuing with the tidying up and took a break for lunch.. left over veggie stew... and watched this . It gave me the perfect motivation to work on my creative space this afternoon. I’ll have some tea and re listen to this whilst I dive into the challenge. 🤗

[@maryanneanderson8902]

PS I found the Kate button on the cover of the calendar ✨

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

This feedback motivates me to keep going - so its a rather pleasant sort of feedback loop! all of us motivating each other! I love it! xxx

[@WistfulCreative]

I think I know what the three balls are...are they surprise balls? I’ve made them for my grandsons at Halloween. Tons of white crepe paper rolled up with treats and prizes. I put googly eyes on them and they looked like wrapped mummies! The boys had great fun unwrapping with candies and toys spilling out!

[@lilyvillager]

That's my guess too!

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

YES!! you are both right! top of the class!!! xxx

[@judygill870]

Oh absolutely have a sale in the shop!!!!! And I love your cabinet also!!!!!!

[@LiveLifeinHarmony]

I love your storytelling. Your voice is so soothing 🤗

[@jamiethrogmorton2540]

Oh I had a big old wood cabinet like that with tens of drawers. My movers gave me a really hard time about hauling it and fitting it into a really tight space! But who can live without such a perfectly useful storage piece for all the little stuff?!?! Not me. ❤

[@jamiethrogmorton2540]

Oh my goodness Kate, your decorations for John and Anna’s wedding were spectacular! Your generosity of spirit shines through all you do. ❤

[@adrianabethluisnion9660]

I love this film! "Piece of plastic... I have no idea what is it?" Who doesn't know it from own drawers, baskets and boxes? :))

[@bluedazz]

A yard sale would be wonderful. I have admired that cabinet in your videos. Imagining all the items I would place in it. The see through fronts are one of the features I like. It is nice to go through stashes like this. The memories that pop up can be grand mental stroll. Kate I have been cutting my paper squares and material for the dog.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

a grand mental stroll .... I like that! Next Dog video coming on Saturday! xxxxx

[@margm4]

What a bargain! I’m so envious🥰 I’d love to have it!!🇦🇺

[@jonnaosborne1832]

I always heard "See a pin, pick it up, and all the day you'll have good luck." Now I hear your version, which is more practical -- "All the day you'll have a pin." Funny! I remember when my Mom was cleaning house, at the end of the day she would have several straight pins and safety pins on her shirt. Nice memory.

[@DeerheartStudioArts]

I don't mind a all to watch you clean out the drawers, I am working at my "to do" list and taking little breaks and watch your vids, pause it when I've got my energy recharged and over and over.

[@judithtaylor6916]

Yes, we do have the time to watch you tidy out drawers. Love the long videos. I card my wool and watch you Kate.

[@nanpark1365]

You should have a bin for each of your children to give them back those little treasures they made for you. Like a little legacy of memories of them to them. Write something in that little book. I have gone to thrift stores and bought men's ties to make into special pillows. A little bit of glam to those in hospital, nursing homes and hospice. Love material.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

That's a good idea - I will start that - because I have so many treasures that they made - or!! how about one drawer for each of them! YES!! xx

[@cheryl8280]

@@thelasthomelyhouse It IS a perfect idea, Kate. After my divorce, I ended up being "the keeper of the photos". Well, one day I was sorting and got the brilliant idea to part with most of the photos. I went to the dollar store and bought 3 shoe box sized gift boxes, sat in the middle of my living room floor and started distributing pictures accordingly. My two girls and my ex were thrilled. It was close to Christmas so I put a bow on the boxes and Bob's your uncle!! (Actually he was my ex but that's another story!!) (I can't understand though, why none of the three wanted mine and Dad's wedding album! It was cute even if it was defunct! LOLOL)

[@marykirtley3474]

Grand idea! Online yard sale sounds very interesting.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

nah! I think the postage costs would kill it! sadly xxxx

[@galewhiteman2047]

Love, love the cabinet. Love it so much I got on line. I came across a “Large English Haberdasher’s Cabinet with Glass Fronted Drawers”, located in Texas, $8,950 USD plus $630 shipping!! I guess I’ll just enjoy yours. 😊

[@rsislandcrafts]

Your cabinet is beautiful. Maybe give each drawer a number. Then you can put all the numbers in one of your beautiful hand made bowls or cups and draw a number. Now that’s the drawer you clean today. It’s going to be a walk down memory lane for sure. Sometimes when I clean I don’t even remember having many of the things.

[@lynnjones5850]

Great idea. I love the memories you share. Yes to a yard sale.

[@cynforrest]

RsIslandCrafts - Robin You’re so clever, Robin!! Please come tidy up my space. Lol

[@rsislandcrafts]

Cyn Forest I’m on my way! 😂. Im much better at cleaning other people’s craft room than my own 😉. I have to play little games or I’ll get so bored nothing will get done.

[@Ukulelestring]

Well done....you've inspired me....I'll start clearing drawers out tomorrow....you make it look so easy and stressfree.

[@cynforrest]

RsIslandCrafts - Robin Does anyone else have trouble letting go of stuff?? When I finally do purge a little ... it never fails, the very next week I need it!! Golly. Perhaps it’s just time to relax and enjoy and use my artist’s space, and not worry about having too much stuff!! That’s my story and I’m sticking to it! Lol

[@dianefutcher7166]

Yes I’m for doing a yard sale in your shop. who wouldn’t want 100 year old flowers 💐 LOL

[@nancyoppegard6665]

You are so lucky to have that beautiful cabinet. Hope you took a photo of it all full of your treasures...would make a great greeting card. Looks like I have a lot of catching up to do on your videos.

[@BethGrantDeRoos]

Am watching this video at 3pm Tuesday afternoon while I am...…… decluttering drawers. I adore the idea of you offering your tid bits in your online site. And I am so enamored with that storage drawer cabinet. Watching you look at all the goodies you have amassed is such a joy to watch!

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

Thank you Beth - I love that you were doing the same thing too! xx

[@annchildress5484]

Yes to the yard sale in shop I used those in making all kinds of crafts. I could go on and on Good luck.

[@gingerleegirl6697]

I loved watching. It’s like watching someone clean out their purse. I think it’s interesting. I think a yard sale is a great idea.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

I don't know why it's so satisfying - but I agree - I watch other channels like this!!! xxx

[@kimberlygray227]

I love the yard sale idea...maybe do a surprise LOT, one price per Lot.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

I'm having to think again- the postage is SOOOOOOO expensive - I am just back from the post office and I can't believe how much money they wanted to post a few small things - it's such a shame! xxx

[@TheHawkeyeQuilter]

"See a pin, pick it up, all the day you'll have a pin." I'm still laughing uncontrollably.

[@maribelishooked4378]

I love watching others go through there stuff. This was enjoyable.

[@annefaught6009]

Kate button on calendar cover: 3 down 4 in from the right! Yard sale? Yes please. This was fun. I wish it counted toward the massive clear up I need to do. xoxo

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

YES!! well spotted! xxxxx

[@rebeccajourney3183]

Yes to the yard sale, but if its too much trouble to post, share with your charity shop! I love your stories! I did not know Dennis the menace was a British chap! So popular in the early 60's? And stayed on the tube for a long while in the states. They still show reruns ; ) Oh you could have put the crochet on one of your denim boxes! I'm not helping am I? I enjoy watching you sort your 33 drawers and the stories are so much fun! I just wish I'd found you at the beginning of the pandemic. You would have helped me cope so much! You feel like such a good companion! Love to you and your Kate! I've been alone 11 years almost since my husband passed away suddenly...still much to do! We are the same age and share so many favorite things. You could be my sister/friend! I never had a sister!

[@WhiTiger]

I enjoyed watching you go through your memories. I think putting things in your shop is a great idea! Hope all is well.

[@evelynfrench804]

I think your idea of putting your treasures out for sale is great. 😀

[@palmocorbus9839]

I love Dennis the Menance too. Glad you kept the pin. :D

[@debbietrotter8857]

I enjoyed watching you tidy up!

[@scottpenaluna5330]

Howdy 💜🇺🇸🙋‍♀️ So then I am not the only one who could listen to your voice while reading off names from the phone book or while the paint is drying on the wall. Signing off Scott's wife Vickie

[@thatgirlinokc3975]

What an adventure you're taking us on. Each draw holds memories. I lost track of time watching. When you said good bye I realized I hadn't heard about the 3 balls! Cliffhanger storytelling 🤗💚

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

You'll have to wait until Part 3! I don't like making really long videos - who has time to watch them!? xxx

[@suewight7621]

A yard sale sounds like a good idea. :)

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

It would be better if you could all come and help yourself! the postage would be crazy!! xxx so - only small things!

[@hazelflynn2344]

I am also a member of the Dennis the Menace Fan Cub! and also have a Gnasher (his dog) badge - it will be my 62nd birthday on Monday and have just found your channel so that’s lockdown sorted then!

[@dorothyzorn4828]

yes...yes...yes have a yard sale in your etsy.... that way all can enjoy your wonderful goodies.....thanks Kate

[@busybeaver793]

I have been watching a program on Netflicks (sp?). It is a Japanese woman named Marie. She helps you to de-clutter your home with different techniques. You hold something in your hands and if you do not have a spark of joy you get rid of whatever it is. Such as you are doing. She also shows you how to re-organize everything you keep. The items you want to sell could possibly be freebies included in other orders. Good luck with your cupboard. It is lovely.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

I saw that on Netflix - it was a programme that was recommended to me ... hmmm .... I wonder why? what do they know about me??? ha ha - but yes - very good suggestions! xxx

[@JudedirectStudio]

I love watching little drawers emptied of bits and bobs. A treasure hunt for sure!

[@cynforrest]

OMGosh!! We’re left hanging. What in the world is the story about the 3 balls you set to the side??? Well, I guess we’ll just have to wait until Part 2! It is sooooo difficult to organize so many different odd bits. All useful but a challenge to store. I’m working on this also. Not doing very well. Lol. Love LOVE your cabinet. With 33 drawers I’d have to create labels for each one or forever forget what’s inside. Thanks for sharing the sorting. It is so wonderful to reminisce about some of our temporarily lost treasures. All the best to you, Kate.

[@gigglegiggles3189]

I thought so too but would not labels be yucky. I would hate to see Kate that organized. Lol.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

exactly that Heather - I couldn't possibly label things - that would be far too grown up - where would be the fun in searching through ten drawers until I found the one thing I was looking for? .... did I say 'fun'??? hmmmm xxxxx

[@SandraOranje]

This is really fun to see what little treasures come out of those drawers. 😁💕xxxx

[@candacenagle505]

Daisy and I truly enjoyed watching you go through the drawers. For multiple reasons. For Daisy it was her first introduction to Norma and she felt an immediate kinship as she too loves to walk around on tables and be the center of the screen. I enjoyed your thought process on what goes, what stays...and the fact that you got through 2 drawers without giving up. I always feel so overwhelmed with the sorting process. I have to say I actually was getting a vicarious sense of satisfaction from your achievement. Anyway, very entertaining and I am looking forward to the next drawers!

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

Hello to Daisy! Norma says Hi! and i know what you mean about vicarious pleasure - ... I watch other people doing this sort of thing and really enjoy it - I have no idea why ... but filming it like this is motivating me to keep going - you guys won't let me stop now will you!!! xxxx

[@candacenagle505]

@@thelasthomelyhouse Nope. NO STOPPING. I need to know what is in all of those drawers....hee hee!

[@gigglegiggles3189]

And ya could watch you for long time. Long videos a treat from you for sure!

[@irenedavis4629]

Treasures! Yes, you should do a sale. Those sorts of treasures might be exactly what someone was looking for. Things that were common and easy to get in the 70's and 80's can often be hard to get, or poor quality, now.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

I'll have to think carefully about the price of the postage though? that might turn it into less of a bargain and more of an indulgence?? xxx

[@irenedavis4629]

If what you have is exactly what someone needs, then they may choose to pay the price. I run an online shop on Etsy and people often pay $4 shipping for a $5 item. Because I have what they need. I hate charging $4 but I have to have tracking because to many packages were disappearing in the post.

[@lorettahenderson8979]

Thank you Kate ❤

[@mariecurrie7657]

"I'm a member of the Dennis the Menace fan club." Of course you are!!! 🤣😂🤓 I would expect nothing less. 😃💜💛💙👍

[@gwynwellliver4489]

I love your cabinet!! What a steal! Going through each drawer is like opening presents. I need to set a sort out goal. Hi Norma! Thanks for the chat. It was a nice way to have some quiet time after work and before I made dinner.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

Thank you! Some of those things haven't seen the light of day in years - and each one holds a tiny memory! many more instalments to come I think!! xx

[@karlajensen1041]

You probably don't see comments written on these older videos....but just in case you do....I'm really liking the drawer clean-outs! It's what I used to have before I had to do a big binge before moving. Your stories are great too!! kj

[@christinepreston2120]

Kate.. I remember the beano comic very well..mother bought a girls one for us..but she was always the first to read it!! My most treasured possession. my father was in the second world war.. they were allocated little sewing kits.. I would think for uniform repairs.. well I have it now.. what tales it could tell.. always fetches a tear to the eye. love the video xxx

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

Those stories are so precious! every single thing has a small place in your heart! xxx

[@gigglegiggles3189]

Thanks for cleaning your drawers

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

You are most welcome!!! and the Yard Sale was your idea when I tidied out my shelves - remember!? xx

[@heatherfoley4945]

Yes!!!! yard sale sounds like a marvelous idea Kate :) This is fun!

[@suzanneritchie7048]

I'm laughing so hard my eyes are tearing up . You started with 1 small drawer & now you need 5 more boxes ... OMG !

[@paulinewhalen742]

hi kate...the yard sale sounds like a great idea..I love how you come up with all the great ideas for your channel. I love your stories.this way we get to find out a little more about you.thanks kate. can't wait to visit again.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

Thank you Pauline - this is going to be a fairly lengthy series I fear! xxx

[@deenawatts3257]

Yard sale! What a great idea! I'm going to try for the pink and black fabric pieces. My porch swing is black and my front door is pink. I've made some pink pillows and think the pink and black would make great pillows. I'll keep an eye on the shop! Looking forward to part 2.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

They're yours Deena - sounds like a perfect fir xxx

[@deenawatts3257]

@@thelasthomelyhouse let me know how much the postage will be and I'll figure out how to get it to you. So excited!! Thank you.

[@yvonnestyhr8308]

I love your extra large craft cabinet. I love organizing, so...I could watch you organize forever. Listening to your stories and laughing at some of the things you pick up and toss around. Thank you. :)))

[@lilyvillager]

I was perfectly ready for another dozen boxes. Don't quit on us like that! It truly is entertaining. Would love to show you some of my treasure stores!

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

I know - that was mean - but I really do need to keep the videos a manageable length. many more instalments to come I think!! xxx

[@lilyvillager]

@@thelasthomelyhouse oh I wouldn't go so far as to say it's mean. More like making people wait for dessert.

[@wendybellhouse5731]

I love watching tidying up 😊 and Vienna found your badge photo on the calendar. Have a great day xxx

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

Well done Vienna!! xxxxx

[@sherrytemplin5684]

I love the cabinet. I was telling a friend just last week about it and that I was going to ask you. And here you have started a series of videos for it. I very much enjoy your videos. Thank you

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

good! you arevery welcome - and it motivates me to keep doing it till the Very End!! (there are some drawers that I would rather not open!!!)

[@lindadaley7469]

I could listen to you explaining about paint drying! lol! Your sense of humor, the cats, and your calming voice are just what I need. I listen to you when I am doing my crocheting and knitting. I have been trying to tidy up my sewing room since Christmas (an elephant couldn't find it's baby in there!) and was getting so frustrated with it then when listening to you today as I am knitting, I had the thought that I don't need to do it all in one go! Just do a small bit at a time and it will eventually get done and enjoy the process as I go along! Thanks for your wonderful videos!

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

i sometimes think i should employ someone for the day to help me tidy up, then i have a burst of energy and do it myself and think how much money i just saved! ha ha ha!

[@scottpenaluna5330]

Me too !!! Just LOVE her voice Signing off Scott's wife Vickie

[@barbaramay9348]

You are amazing kate, the drawers are zwesome. I so enjoy you. I have learned so much fro. You. Bless you. Barb may

[@helenasalin5401]

That was fun watching you clean the drawers, I should do the same thing.🌺

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

Well, there are going to be more episodes - so you can join in if you like and tidy while I am - ??? xxx

[@denisekeeth4595]

I absolutely adore the haberdashers cabinet, I remember going into the local one where I was brought up with my Mum. I was fascinated by all the treasures hidden in the drawers. You're so lucky to have it and for £20!!! What a bargain, it's worth hundreds now. I love hearing all the stories behind everything and can't wait for the next installment.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

I was amazed - even back then £20 was nothing! there are going to be quite a LOT of instalments - I'll spread them out! xxx

[@sylviapage8572]

I love that cabinet. I’ve looked at them on eBay and they are so expensive! I’ve just had a think back and I remember that I started a new job in 1979 and I was earning £29 a week. I’m going to look at eBay again 😁 very dangerous! Last year I bought an architect’s plan chest but it was in Canterbury. I drove all the way there to collect it. The man who sold it said it wouldn’t fit in my car but I told him it would if his dimensions were correct and it did with a centimetre to spare. It had a thick dark oak varnish on it and I decided to pay to have it French polished, it turned out to be solid teak and probably from the 1930s. It’s lovely and a bargain. Mind I’ve had to buy a new car! Thanks as always.

[@cynthiahamblin-perry5880]

OMG! just had to stop and say I love that you are a member of The Denis the Menace Fan Club! I had a friend in UK when my kids were small (she had kids the same age) and she sent my son those comics all the time! I had forgotten all about them! We had a Denis here too but he was different. Oh that brings back memories!

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

That's exactly the thing! all the memories tied up in that small space!!! XXX

[@imajapgerm]

Excellent idea!

[@msjenjenp]

Fascinating watching you sort your treasures. Can't wait to see what you put in your shop. XOXO from Central Florida where it is quite chilly. . .57 degrees F. Brrrrr! 😎

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

I just had to convert that temp to Celsius - 13'C - practically a heatwave!!! ha ha ha!!! (I've just lit my woodturning stove!)

[@lindawitherspoon446]

It is a great chest. Your plan is good. Just do a little at a time and pretty soon it’s done. I love seeing what others collect over the years. You are such an interesting person. I love hearing any of your stories.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

Every single thing in there has a story! So many memories! xxx

[@stephanieloffler8566]

Hi Kate, I'm so glad that I found your channel by accident some dass ago. I searched for some ideas for scraps as I regularly do, but this time your pink/red quilt showed up and caught me. I watched some of your videos since then and I really like them. Hearing you talking, looking at all the craft supplies and hearing your dialect is great (I'm German and love hearing different kinds of English, especially "British English"). All the best, Stephanie PS: Just subscribed for future videos 😉

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

thank you very much! xxx

[@thelandofmint]

Well Kate, I sat through all the 22 mins and watched your video🙌. And enjoyed it very much, felt like going to carboot sale or an antique market😊. Can't wait for the next episode.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

I suppose the best thing about going to a 'virtual' car boot sale is that you don't go home with any tat!!!! xxxxx

[@kiztorres3218]

I really enjoy your long videos. So relaxing

[@lorettahenderson8979]

Thanks Kate ❤

[@kiztorres3218]

I have a friend who sends me letters with a bunch of tiny hearts and stars inside... I'm one of those tidy people who can't stand the things magically ending up everywhere .. But she's a dear friend so I don't mind it so much😊

[@Olivetreedisciples3887]

Yard sale is a fantastic idea!

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

no - I think the postage would prevent it from being worth while ... charity shop! xxx

[@joangreenwood5445]

Hi Kate, Happy New Year to you. I too am enjoying a beautiful sunny, but cold, day here in Halifax, Canada. My ears and eyes perked up when I saw your hand made re-purposed paper bags. Here in our province we are trying very hard to reduce plastic, including plastic rubbish bags and these paper bags would be great for small businesses who don't need to use plastic to wrap purchases and have the time and enthusiasm to turn newsprint into bags. Perhaps you might add a video on how to make these bags to your list of possible you tube videos in your little black book. Thank you for sharing your life with us.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

OK - I will add it to the book - they are so easy - when you get into a rhythm you can make lots - and YES!!! we MUST reduce single use plastic!!!! xxxxx

[@BarbaraC02]

Great idea to sell the various items... but you make a great point about postage. Hmmm. Put them up for sale and see what happens?

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

just the really small/light things - otherwise it's no longer a bargain! xxx

[@PuffofSmokeStudios]

wow i did enjoy this kate, thank you

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

Thank you! xxx

[@dorothyzorn4828]

woo hoo the third row down and 6th one on the cover page of your calendar.....

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

10 out of 10! top of the class! xxxx

[@darlenem4940]

I'm watching this video a couple years late, but how fun to watch you go through drawers and memories. Love this

[@Erndales]

I am in the process of doing exactly the same thing, but in my case it's plastic drawers on rollers ,of which I have many. I have been crafting all my life as well, and have so much " stuff". You should sell some of your " stuff" in your shop, but don't ship things in boxes, it will drive up your postage like mad. Those little flowers...I use those and buy them on line, they just come in a padded envelope, so postage is not much. Oh my gosh you are so like me, I feel like I am cleaning out your cabinet! The pink and black fabric would be a darling doll quilt. I had several boxes for recycle shop, and yesterday I decided to make some wire heart sun catchers...don't you know I went into those boxes and hauled out a bunch of jewelry bits and bobs and used them on my sun catchers... So much for purging my " stuff" 😏 Dale from Canada

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

Dale - you hit the nail on the head! when I want to make 'something' ... anything - I can always find exactly what i need in my stores - it's rather marvellous - so the skill is in knowing what you can let go of because you know you will never do that craft or make that thing again - but ... never say never!!! xxxx

[@dyanewilsonnanacupcake8504]

Such a wonderfully beautiful cabinet.

[@tinatippin5705]

Love the drawers. What a valuable asset to have. I will gladly sit and listen to the stories you tell while you sort through them.

[@addlynn5488]

I can't believe I sat and watched you clean out drawers! Haha! But it was lovely.. rather peaceful and curious at the same time😊

[@cynthiahamblin-perry5880]

Oh I have those bits and bobs too! Having moved so many times in my adult life I prob. don't have as much as you but I always laugh when I go through them and wonder why I kept certain things, other things bring on a memory and some "spark joy" as Marie Kondo would say! Keep forgetting to check out your Patreon page - will do that soon! I've many winter projects going on and limit my internet time lately! Did enjoy this little visit though! Blessings!

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

Moving house is the very best way to rid yourself of this stuff! I have lived here for 33 years!!! xxx

[@debrastallings2892]

I absolutely love your cabinet! I just subscribed to your channel, so I hadn’t seen the cabinet before. As I recall, department stores used cabinets like yours for bras and slips. They had them behind a counter, and the customers clearly were NOT to help themselves. Brings back memories of our small town. Our little department store had 2.5 floors, and had an elevator WITH an attendant! In the “mezzanine”, between floors they sold Boy Scout, Girl Scout, and Campfire uniforms and accessories for all including shoes and socks! Memories...

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

That is exactly the type of cabinet this is - for years it was called The Sock Cupboard - because you could imagine it holding all sorts of things as you describe - I love it! xxxx (£20!!)

[@claudiaebert7842]

Oh Kate, I broke myself laughed. My neighbor certainly thought I was spearting a bit. One flies here, the other there. I think it's so nice that everything has a story. And a whole cupboard for £20? That's just crazy after all. I just love such pieces of furniture. I have a really very wide and large one in the bedroom, where I also store all my sewing things and fabrics. However, it has cost much more than yours. It doesn't have an inch of free space there. I believe minimalism is not exactly our area of expertise. And please do the other drawers. I could have watched for three hours. Greetings Claudia

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

Thank you Claudia! I think it will probably end up being about that long - but spread over time - people only have so much tolerance for tidying videos surely!? xxx

[@cheryl8280]

@@thelasthomelyhouse There is a lady who does quilting, etc. KZbin videos and her name is Jean Truelove. She is a hoot. Very down to earth, like you. AND has had 10 kids!!! The first time I saw her she said "if any of you are minimalists, step away NOW!" Her home is sooooo full of all her treasures and creations, it's amazing. There isn't an inch to spare. You're quite conservative compared to her!! LOL You would really enjoy her.

[@GrampiesCorner]

Spectacular idea...

[@rmlrhonda]

I’m having such fun watching your back episodes. I folded paper cranes for mu daughter’s wedding, too! I’m watching your clear out your drawers and thinking I really should be sorting out my own drawers. It’s on my list!

[@jenniewren9351]

I love your drawer system. Just discovered you, how great to see an English quilter on KZbin.

[@auntmayme8119]

I used to read Dennis the Menace when I was a kid. It was in the weekly Sunday paper. Mr. Wilson, who used to pour milk on his ulcer.

[@terrychristens9110]

Wrong Dennis. I too was confused but the UK version is quite different.

[@bb27232]

enjoyed this immensely - fun to learn that you and i have identical feelings about a couple of things you mentioned - the sole black item in my wardrobe is a big sweater i wear over and orange top on halloween, and glitter stars? yes please! xoxoxo from east coast usa

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

xxxx

[@gingergreenhill1908]

Go for it!

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

Oh - OK!! xxx

[@joyphillips3069]

You can take any kinds of odds and ends of crafts to a public school which are the lower grades in our country I'm not sure what you call them and they'll turn them into all kinds of things

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

you're right - I can take them to the Nursery at Allendale - I know the staff there and they like it when I turn up with boxes of *stuff* xxx

[@bstevenson3448]

I like your longer vids!

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

well, I'm not sure I should inflict myself onto people for hours at a time? but thank you!! xxx

[@daroldelbert1884]

Good idea. That will. Be fun. June

[@suedale1865]

Yes even watching you clear out drawers is therapeutic because of the stories behind the item ( Denis the Menace ) I’m watching these at random of course boringly I could be doing the same but hey that’s boring 😂🤪

[@julieheudebourck]

It a fabulous cupboard x