DECLUTTERING MY SISTER'S CRAZY MESSY LIVING ROOM! I'm shocked she's ready to declutter 😱 (Ep. 1)

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25 years of clutter and we gotta start somewhere. Living room first and maybe she'll want to do more...
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[@TheCarlaProject]

Thanks to my sister Sherry for being vulnerable and sharing her home with KZbin!! Forgot to mention the stair stepper will be donated... it was just too heavy for us to move. Anyhoo I think this is a great start!! Leave a comment if you want to see more 😍❤

[@RitaVernoy]

Thank you Sherry, we appreciate it!😊

[@cherylthomson4341]

Great progress, very motivating! And yes! We want more!!!

[@jeannesutter4951]

Thank you, Sherry! You are so gracious to let us see your home for your decluttering process. We look forward to supporting your decluttering journey!

[@deannday6930]

Yes! More of Sherry’s home, please. Y’all did a super job decluttering

[@enchilada55]

OMG YES!! Give us part 2!!! and 3 if there is!!! This was so good! Good on Sherry for being so open!! You're an amazing sister!!!

[@atlantapage1153]

What struck me in this video is how you were so respectful and peaceful when removing items. You asked her what she wanted all the way through the process and let her come to the decisions to get rid or remove items. That is how it is done right there! Bravo and it looks great!

[@tinygreenpineapple]

I noticed this too!

[@ninadukette3340]

Yes, it was beautiful. But the sister was ready to change her life.

[@monicacollins8289]

She focuses on the solution. No blaming and shaming. Love that. In fact, that's why I subscribed.

[@MarieBrown-bc9iz]

I need you😊😊

[@magwed4120]

Those metal carts to store chips or flour are not good for people trying to stay organized and only works for people who are organized. It's still visual clutter and will only contribute to the same actions

[@strombi13]

I love all your videos because you keep it real and don’t go out to buy $100-$1000 worth of organizing “solutions”. Thanks to your sister and your friends for allowing us into their homes and giving me the motivation to keep going on my own decluttering journey.

[@missmegany]

Yes, absolutely this!! And the focus on decluttering rather than products (which is bringing MORE into your house) is so helpful!

[@LB-ht1qk]

I totally agree with you about not going out and buying "organizing solutions!" I just donated some baskets and boxes I had purchased a while back for storing and organizing. I was finally able to let go of what was in them!

[@ShanaCooper-r2v]

That's very helpful. Her furniture needs to be re-arranged to give it a different appearance. Separate the areas. Looking inward.Her sofa need to be facing her living room window. Open up the covering, let light come in. Need one nice piece that can hold the items kept and placed at dining room table instead of all those individual pieces. Need area rugs to define the spaces. Great job otherwise.

[@graceaxisa4213]

That round table, so carefully polished in the middle of the decluttering process, is so symbolic of the calmness and promise that awaits this household.

[@madzabinga8382]

This is what sisters are for! What a blessing to have each other to count on. Clutter is totally overwhelming, and sometimes you just need a person to help you out, be the voice of reason, be the mover, and the relocator. So helpful!

[@carolefoldPacNW]

So well said!

[@kathleen9929]

I agree! Voice of reason and Carla is that voice. I know if I had someone helping to declutter and they took away the donate it would be a big help.

[@madzabinga8382]

@@kathleen9929 Sometimes just getting the donations out the door, in the car, and donated is harder than decluttering!

[@joannecoomer103]

I loved the sisterly chemistry between you. It was stressful for you both, but you treated each other with love, kindness and respect. Well done to you both!

[@loisbeyer5336]

Agreed. Its better with a motovatior .

[@paulakelley4845]

Such a kind video. No judgement, no shaming. Asking the right questions and accepting the answers. Cleaning as you go along and uncovering the beauty of this home. You are a treasure!

[@TheCarlaProject]

Thank you so much!

[@JacquelineBrown-zm3xu]

Love it! Please, keep going. Post more of her house. She's doing an excellent job. Not only are you helping her with her clutter, but you're also helping her get around safely. I'd love to see her kitchen done next. ❤

[@LISLOVESTRUTH]

That was only 4 hours!!! It's fabulous. You can actually appreciate all the beautiful pieces she has! That's amazing. Thanks to her for her vulnerability. I'm encouraged

[@shawna2boys716]

Y’all did REALLY good for only 4 hours! She kept her promise and the after looks great!

[@lorraineas1888]

Carla, you have such a gentle way of helping people declutter. You never stress them out but nudge them to do more. So lovely to see you and your sister together!

[@apriljackson5304]

I just love this series! 👍🏻 I have such admiration for your sister and all those who agree to be filmed. In general, people are ashamed of their clutter, yet many have it to some degree or other. Those who bravely share their process truly help destigmatize this common situation. 👏🏼 Bravo on giving us consistently relatable guidance and content, Carla❣️

[@TheCarlaProject]

I totally agree! Thanks for watching ❤️

[@tinabennett8524]

I really enjoyed this one! it’s a very relatable clutter with two families in the same home, or adult children at home, many folks are in this situation and you’ve shown how to attack and conquer the inevitable chaos of food and cooking for multiples. Thanks so much😊

[@Susan-nm3sx]

Great reply April. 😅

[@LynnStAubin-od5qe]

It doesn’t take a lot for a house to get out of control. We’ve all been there. Illness, work, life changes, even a 2 week vacation leaving a husband and 17 year old grandson to fend for themselves 😉 The good thing is once you start cleaning and seeing the improvements, it usually snowballs. Thanks to your sister for sharing and always to Carla for caring.

[@shakirabranch657]

Moving the open shelves to the garage was a great idea.

[@yolandapagan5656]

This is real life in America. When one lives in one house for decades it’s so easy to accumulate unless we have rules about buying, minimalism, etc. This is an awesome series, Carla. I used to do this with friends. And then when I came home things that were hard to declutter became easy to part with. I love your channel and I’m binge watching. You and your family are so nice and fun to watch.

[@juliedorn6023]

I loved Sherry’s comment about being in the airbnb and how they really didn’t need much to have a fantastic time away! 😍🥰

[@shannonw6604]

Yes and how she recognized how relaxed she felt without the clutter. That will be great motivation to continue creating that for everyday life!

[@cs4887]

Reminds me of the Minimal Mom. She said the same thing

[@mikebegonia6134]

Your sister's so brave, to let you film her. And she is able to let go of stuff. Good work, guys!

[@BrokeDadProductions]

This will be a great series, Carla. We can see your sister’s stress and anxiety decrease as she decides on individual items and faces the reality that she likes high end things which makes it difficult to toss away, even if we don’t like it. Like many of us, c19 increased our “stock-up” mentality which got away from us making us look like hoarders. Please thank her for allowing us to walk along this journey with her.

[@annt7384]

I’m with Sherry; going on vacation and realizing how peaceful and tranquil it was living in an uncluttered space was really eye-opening. Her space is neat, but it looks like a store in there! I’m 61 and finally got to the point where I didn’t need what I had. It’s a lot easier to live with a lot less, actually. How wonderful to have such a patient and helpful sister to help you navigate to a new life.

[@mathangelaz5799]

As a trash bag gets full, tie shut, take out of the house, put in bin. Donation items: put in vehicle. Reduces temptation to look at the things again. Worked for me, just sayin’…

[@mathangelaz5799]

Take before and after pictures each cleaning day. It delighted and surprised me about my progress!

[@yvettekinchking8838]

I see wasted money. So many of us gets high from the power of buying.

[@annt7384]

@@yvettekinchking8838 you know a lot of people who hoard and have clutter don’t even buy a lot of those things, right? Lots of freecycled items.

[@Anon-vx7kr]

Oh my goodness Carla. Your sister looks 10 years younger at the end of the video than at the beginning. Way to go, both of you.

[@lostinmyimagination7485]

Your sister should be so proud . It looks great! Good for her. Now she can breathe a sigh of relief and can relax and live in her spacious living room.

[@TheRamFam89]

I hope she is proud of how much she was able to let go of. You are an amazing sister for helping her get her space back.

[@uwdawn11]

I love the way you took the time to assist your sister with respect and dignity. You're fortunate to have each other and she's so courageous to allow you to share this with us viewers. So worth watching. The before and after was so transformational! Thank you.

[@vanillaskye55]

What a great before and after. I would love to see more from her house!

[@jenniferbias5125]

Before she passed, my sister always helped me clean. I'll always be thankful for her non-judgmental kindness.

[@wendyeskelin8765]

You two tackled a lot in 4 hours ! It's nice that your sister was ready to let go of things. It's interesting how having that week away at the Air B&B helped her to feel the difference of a more minimal space in comparison to her own home. I'd say that most of us have a lot more than we need. It's easy to get caught up in spending. I think it's great that she is also committed to a no spend month. I've done that before too. I hope you continue on with her house in weekly video's.

[@marshehutch]

They really did get a lot done in a short time

[@Mary-st3vt]

I’m so impressed with how she let go of things. She’s an inspiration ❤

[@GingerDeBrosse]

Please do more of these with Sherry! She’s adorable ❤

[@susanf4857]

Would love to see more of these type videos!

[@holgre3470]

It is so helpful that other people struggle with clutter. Your sister was so committed and happy to make decisions about items. Sometimes I find it so hard to let things go, I just hate things going to landfill.

[@phyllisrobinson4814]

Thank you to your sister for allowing us into her home. She is like many of us who have accumulated things over time, so she is a source of inspiration! I found myself agreeing with her describing how the accumulation of things can make one feel. Kudos to her for taking the first steps! I would love to see her continuing journey. She is a lovely lady who deserves to have the home she desires!

[@katefinnegan8129]

It was a lot of clutter but it definitely wasn’t trash. There is a difference. It’s great that your sister recognized her home was getting out of control because that’s when it can really turn into hoarding. Your sister should feel very proud of herself. For letting go of so much. It will really make her feel less stressed.

[@carolefoldPacNW]

Reading the comments I’m really struck by how kind and encouraging people are. You are so kind and thoughtful and encouraging so it makes sense that you attract people who watch someone being vulnerable about their struggle and don’t have a criticism or cruel judgment to offer up, just praise and kindness. I think you inspire as well as attract these lovely traits. You’re truly a gem, Carla. I’d love to see more of your work with your lovely sister. She so deserves a peaceful relaxing refuge and she’s well on her way.

[@TheCarlaProject]

I know I’m so happy to see this! She was really nervous about showing her home and being on KZbin and negative comments and I told her 99% of the time people leave the most lovely comments on my channel. Thank you for pointing that out!!❤️❤️❤️

[@Louie2031]

Just goes to show you how much money we all spend on items we don’t really need. I can relate to sisters comment about staying at air b and b and feeling so free. Great work, ladies.

[@jff3490]

I love these sessions with friends and family. It is great that your sister accepted your assistance. I had to laugh at the mason jar addiction comment. I so relate. I had to set a limit for myself. The two of you cleared out so much. Great job ladies!

[@LataArtist]

I'm still debating whether to keep a plastic pesto bottle 😂

[@TheCarlaProject]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Graceandres3]

When your sister expressed how she felt the weight of having so much stuff and how it took away her energy, that really resonated with me. I really learned from the process you used. Thank you to you and your sister for doing this video. It is going to help me.

[@TheCarlaProject]

Absolutely!!❤️

[@brendahamilton4426]

She did a good job. She should be proud 🎉❤

[@kathysultzbaugh3858]

Definitely more of this. She should be very proud of herself. Starting is huge, Asking for help is huge. It's good that she's doing it for her health.

[@elizabethmartin9298]

Your sister seems to have the same wonderful, calm demeanor that you have. You two worked well together! I hope the big dent you made with her home will now inspire her to continue. It was very brave of her to allow your viewers into her home. She seems motivated to make this change, which can be so hard for people with a hoarding tendency. Great, great job!

[@juliewright1895]

What an amazing revelation your sister had on her vacation!!!! Very insightful! I’m so happy for her. Great work and great video! 🎉

[@calistar3]

I hope you make this a series. I enjoyed watching this. Your sister seems so sweet.

[@Cottonstatecountry]

It happens so quickly you don’t even know it. Then you look up and say “how did I let it get this way?” It’s overwhelming. I have several areas of my home just like this and you giving guidance on how to tackle it is such a service. Thank you. It also makes me feel better knowing I’m not alone in it, so thank your sister for me for being real and relatable. Great vid! Subbed!

[@Cottonstatecountry]

PS please show us more of her journey!

[@newwomandouglas2959]

This was a great declutter. I would love to see more of your sister's journey. No one is perfect. I went on a decluttering journey for myself and I'm still on it. Thanks.

[@djterry1218]

I am proud of your sister for letting go of unnecessary items. And you are a sweetheart to do that for her.

[@michele3325]

That's a great idea about a no buy month! Beautiful home!

[@License85]

Sometimes, it's just too overwhelming, and you just need help. She's blessed to have you to help. Keep up the good work.

[@rachelemazza8623]

I'm so happy to see I'm not the only one with a jar addiction!! 🤣 Thank Sherry and tell her she has helped many of us! Bravo to her that she was so willing to let go! DEF have us over her home again, because her speed of deciding makes her a powerhouse of inspiration! I hope she has a good feeling in her new rooms. Hugs, Your east coast friend, Rachele~

[@craiglist483]

I love how kind, respectful and beautifully these sisters worked together! It’s precious that trust is there💖

[@lindal985]

Carla, you are an awesome sister! I would enjoy seeing your sister's freedom journey continue.

[@TheAnimalsMagicShop]

It's touching how kind and patient you were with your sister, and how much courage she had sharing her process. With the way things are in the world I think many of us tend to want to hold on to things "just in case". But when you have less, you can take better care of what you have and it's also more peaceful visually. What a difference, very inspiring!

[@donnalegrand9133]

Oh, we def need to see this journey to the completion!!!!!!!!!!!! Your sister did so great letting go, you sure know how to guide!!! Another great video, thank you!!

[@sandivonins3207]

Ahhh she can breathe in her home! Thank you for being a good sister and helping her out!

[@rochellesiegel5199]

Very determined declutter. So much work will reward your sister with even more ease and enjoyment of her living room. I’d like seeing more of her journey. Thanks for sharing this!

[@margaritadiaz3779]

Her positive attitude was such a blessing on this journey. The room turned out amazing, and I'm confident it will motivate her to continue with the process.❤

[@kkompkoff]

I love how real this is. The pandemic affected everyone differently, it was nice of her to share how it got to the point it did. By doing so, it reminds me it doesn’t take long before you have too much stuff.

[@beeARTcanada]

You can see how lighter she feels after when the room is decluttered and so nice. You can actually see all her pretty things now. Great job.

[@enchilada55]

Carla, I just wanted to say you are a phenomenal sister and human being. You show up with such support and care for all your friends and family in your decluttering series. Your presence is so calm and affirming, you give people confidence to make the change in their life. Thank you!!!!!!

[@reneegagnier3226]

Amazing changes in a short amount of time! Great work!!!! It is so important for my decluttering clients to understand that it is KEY that they stop the flow of items coming into their home if they want to have lasting change. I love the idea of a 30-day commitment to not buying anything. Feels more do-able than "stop buying stuff" in general. This was the first video of yours I have watched -- thoroughly enjoyed it. You have a new subscriber. 🙂

[@TheCarlaProject]

Yes! Thank you for subbing Renee!!

[@lisbethkelsey6622]

I can't wait to watch this, I didn't know you had a sister. ..and I'm so looking forward to your decluttering!

[@lisbethkelsey6622]

Your sister is a doll!!! I loved this video, really liked seeing the small shelving units gone, I think they just collect clutter, so as you remove things they are so much easier to get rid of. Great job ladies!

[@justkiddin84]

Sherry has a lovely home! I think she will feel really happy with her new/old space! Definitely would like to see her progress!

[@cheryllewis-scott8741]

Good job. I’m having a chuckle at your mason jar addiction 🤣. I am addicted to pens, I have dozens possibly a hundred and I love ceramic animals and food storage containers but I have purged my home of most of them and I am very cognizant of my ridiculous addiction when I’m out shopping, so no shade throwing here 🤣🤣

[@n3rdygrl]

I'm super proud of your sister. It's not easy to let the whole world see this. Covid did crazy things to many people, and being open about clutter like this lets others know they're not alone and encourages those struggling in the same way. Congrats on your progress! Onward and upward ❤

[@deloresakins733]

First, how amazing to have a sister! She did fantastic and let go of so much with your help. I love her laugh and her smile. The area looks great and more peaceful.

[@kristenhasleftthebuilding1380]

So wonderful of you to aid your sister. 🎉❤🙏🏼

[@StarRae88]

Great job! I would love to see this be an entire series. 🌿

[@rt3box6tx74]

She's a sweetheart, and so are you for helping her reach for her goals. Sisters are the bffs.

[@pharmor16]

Fantastic work! And your compassion in the decluttering process while with the person helps me be more compassionate with myself when decluttering. Much like Sherry did with the chair, it’s easy to get rid of something when it feels like it’s coming from ‘how will this makes things better’ vs feeling forced/badgered in to it. Thank you for your content!

[@fl2298]

wow wow wow!!!! how amazing did you do in 4h!!!! your sister is such a gentle presence, i feel for her, covid was certainly not easy on most people. You two are doing amazing and I love this serie.

[@kmkackle9524]

Awesome project ladies well done! More decluttering in your sister house inspires me to do more 🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@kellirae1577]

You are a wonderful sister. Everyone needs help and a fresh start sometimes.

[@donzellcooper]

You did a great job cleaning and organizing your sister living room.

[@pamelacooley6457]

Your sweet sister ❤ you are amazing for helping her get things tidied up. It’s hard when things get outta hand to get it all done by herself. You’re an angel

[@marymeyer6578]

Carla, this was so wonderful. Very brave of your sister to let us all into her home. Such a wonderful progress that you both made. Love to see this a series. You are such a gift with your talent of organization. 😊

[@blackandwhite691]

This was an amazing decluttering video! Glad your sister did this with you. Please thank her for us! Sending you guys much love. 💟

[@sherri.]

You both did such a great job in a 1/2 day! I bet she felt fantastic with the wonderful results. I love watching you for motivation. Today I put 2 cartons of books in my trunk, gave a plastic storage unit to a neighbor, reorganized my laundry room, and hooked up an antenna so I can stop paying for cable! 🥳

[@patsfreund9164]

What a transformation! You worked so well together. I was pleased to see how you allowed your sister the opportunities to make decisions concerning this decluttering. You enabled her to change her life. Well done!

[@leahpollard3710]

Your videos are so amazig! I loved seeing your sis Sherry, she did great! She ws one of your best clients so far! My mom was a hoarder so these videos are like ASMR for me lol. Nice to see your beautiful family part of your videos today. Ty for giving us so much joy!

[@nancyevans1278]

Very impressive! Your sister was so positive and willing to donate and throw away what she doesn't use. I am very impressed.

[@lindalorton4334]

I would definitely love to watch a series with your sister! You could help your sister so much get her home back to a place she loves! You two work so well together!!❤

[@christineellis3688]

Thank you to your sister for allowing us into her life and home. I related to SO MUCH of what she said! This is the video that I NEEDED right now.

[@librarylady6mena368]

I really admire your sister’s commitment to this journey. She was so clear on her purpose for decluttering, that’s essential for success. Good job!

[@jeaninelefering5392]

So relatable and motivating to see a real house with real clutter challenges - and the difference you achieved together after only 4 hours ❤ thank you to both of you!

[@moniquefuselier7711]

Y'all did such a great job! So great that your sister was willing to let go of what wasn't serving her space anymore. Brava! Can't wait to see more!

[@duchy13]

It looks so beautiful, cosy and welcoming now ❤

[@MsArtistwannabe]

What a great sister to allow you to share her decluttering. She made so many decisions for a first day. Would love a series of your sisters decluttering journey. Great video. You make it all look so easy.

[@treasureheart1257]

Wonderful! Lovely home your sister has❤

[@Ana.Garcia.]

Yay! The sisters project I love it

[@Ana.Garcia.]

Your sister is so sweet! I hope u do more videos together 😊

[@joellenlee2983]

I really enjoyed watching this video. You were so respectful and sweet to her. The rooms look so cozy!

[@kerrybee1327]

You and your sister did an awesome job. It's a journey, and I'd love to see more of it... just 1 request, more chat next time, as you two are fabulous, and I love hearing you both natter away 😊

[@catritz]

Decluttering the eyes, mind and heart... What a load off. Extremely inspirational, thanks for sharing. Honestly, I wish I had a sister... The love and support you have for each other, is more than heartwarming. God bless you both.

[@halfheartdead7149]

you two did such a good job in that time!! it's great that staying somewhere else helped her understand how nice it is to live in a decluttered home. it also seems to be easier to declutter food than other items (even though it hurts to throw it out, you don't want to keep old food), so it's a good category to get momentum going.

[@krabsenee]

Good job, Sherry! You and your sister make a dream team! Spin kick that clutter out of your house! 🎉 Love this and will wait for more episodes! 💕

[@gypsyislandgal1118]

Great job Ms. Sherry! Thanks for sharing your home with us. We want more!! Does your garage need decluttering? You’re in good hands with Carla leading the project!

[@kirstybrown2480]

You and your sister did such a good job. Well done.

[@gizger5196]

the progress and change you achieved in 4 hours is great! and your sister is lovely and she has some really pretty furniture pieces and now get to shine more

[@monicajay7117]

Your sister has such a gentle spirit longing for a life of less. She speaks to my spirit. After watching a few videos of her journey, I'm convinced I can make my home a safer place to exsist in. Thank you for sharing.

[@nikki.4976]

I would love to see a declutter series on your sister’s place. I love what the two of you did so far. ❤❤

[@dawnvancs6413]

Everybody needs help from someone sometimes. Thank you for being that someone for your sister. I really enjoyed watching you work together to make her life better. God bless your family. 🥰

[@ddcjenn]

She did so well!!! Lovely video and it was great to meet your sister too!!

[@janohare916]

I really appreciate you all! The kindness, the gentleness, the music are all beautiful. Thank you for being you.

[@meirapreisler-berger.dream3045]

Completely agree! Noticed the kindness & nice music too!

[@melanieo313]

Great job Ladies! I'd like to see more of her journey. 👍

[@thestrugglingperfectionist]

I’m a little late to the party here, but I Cannot Stop Watching this sister series! Your sister is so sweet for letting us all in her house. I can’t help but want to jump on a plane and come help paint some of the unfinished areas and put on some trim so she has a finished peaceful home. ❤ I’m so excited for her progress! I would love to see a video where you two work together to start her herb and plant projects and take care of the light and turf outside. I ❤ decluttering projects ✔️! Sending hugs to both of you, love the humor and kindness between you 🤗! 😊

[@kellygreen3943]

So proud of you, Sherry! Carla, you are an awesome sister and YES, I would love to see more of Sherry and her journey! Thank you both for sharing!

[@leeannbalbirona704]

Having a clear dining space is such a great feeling! Good work!