Top Tips for Decluttering Craft Projects & Art Supplies (& what to do with 1/2 done projects!)

[@nightowl8548]

One thing I started doing on vacations when when my 4 kids were small was buy a Christmas Ornament instead of cheap souvenirs. Sometime we end up with multiple ornaments from each trip if we have different adventures along the way. As a family we pick out the ornament from the places we visit and I write the year on the back. Then each year as we decorate the Christmas tree we reminisce over the fun times we had on each trip, the sights we saw or places we visited, silly stories or mishaps from the trips. It's such an enjoyably time as a family and vacation money well spent in our opinion.

[@lucyguzman7641]

What a thoughtful idea and thank you for sharing

[@Dawn-tv1bk]

Another way to deal with "free" or "gifted" items is to accept them with grace and kindness and then immediately take them to the "give away" bin or put it in the "give away" box you have at home. This is a technique I've been using for those especially persistent people who want to give you things. They mean well😁

[@Nan-59]

You, my dear, are SUCH a SMART MAMMA!! You truly are!! I sure hope new moms hear what you say. My children are 38 & 35 now. People saying, “The time goes fast” can hardly be imagined, when you’re up all night nursing baby, or up with your sick child. I KNOW! Been there. Really! But, lemme tell you CHILDREN grow into ADULTS in the blink of an eye! I treasured every day with my kids! I hope you do, too! If you’re in the middle of trying times with your kiddos, Please Remember, This Too Shall Pass 💕. Hope everyone is well, safe, and careful!!

[@DD-xf1yd]

I loved the part where you discussed, "The ONE Question we DON'T ASK: "COULD we use it again?" You're so right: The question isn't COULD WE?... but WILL WE?!?! That question's a real game-changer.

[@annarepke1118]

As a "creative being" myself, there is nothing like a clean space to get the juices flowing again. It's just that all my beautiful CARD STOCK is so hard to get rid of (even though I don't use it)!!! I started decluttering , with a vengeance, when I watched your house staging video in order to get our house ready to sell. I love how it feels and am looking forward to downsizing and a clutter free home. I'm feeling the need for second layer of the onion to start coming off! I love your videos and eagerly watch the commentary of your lives unfold. Thank you for the smiles you bring into our world.

[@Nan-59]

Anna, Hi! Send your card stock to the girls!! They’d love it!! Card Stock=Project Heaven!! (hope dawn doesn’t see this!!). & I love cardstock, too! 🧡❤️In the past, my kids worked at Office Depot & Kinkos!!❤️🧡

[@annarepke1118]

@@Nan-59 I've already given boxes of it to my daughter in law... who is trying to minimize! lol. It might be one of my last layers to go.. ;-)

[@sjameson7100]

I’m curious if you ever worked up the courage to part w your card stock. I’m currently struggling w this. I’ve improved in many other areas - but card stock makes me so happy to flip through even if it’s not getting used! 🤪

[@Bonebrothsoup]

I have ADHD so keeping my craft supplies organized is really difficult. I have been struggling with clutter for a while because i always had the "oh i COULD use this for something else" or "what if i need it some day" mindset. I tried ever decluttering method i could find and nothing worked, your video is the first thing that actually worked and got me motivated to clear out my craft supply closet! Thanks a lot!

[@brendas.7335]

I loved the response to "I'm bored"! That was exactly what my mom used to say 😂 She could always find jobs for us to do, but we learned that it was not her job to entertain us all day. And we did learn to use our imagination!

[@tribalbabymum]

I thought that was cool, too. But my kids always have a new game to try out...

[@andmelinda]

Your daughter is so sweet! She seems to make quick decisions on keep or toss. Wonderful habits to instill.

[@MK-be6lf]

She got a good start from Mom! I missed the opportunity with my own son while he was growing up, but will impart good habits to my future grand kids (if I ever have ones)😉

[@thehappylittleuke9432]

"It's not stuff that entertains our kids, it's their imagination." Preach it, sister!

[@tporters1]

"She doesn't have a hard time with it. Another member of our family has a little bit harder time..." In the background, "Hey!" LOL!

[@TheDriftwoodlover]

😂😂😂

[@atomiclisa]

The architect of the Guggenheim (and more), Frank Gehry, grew up with no toys, only firewood pieces, kindling, that he and his grandmother would use like building blocks. Worked out pretty good for him!

[@sheilasheilaford4018]

agree with you. The cube storage looks like it ought to be the answer to all our storage needs but, in fact, for all the reasons you give (🤣!) it’s actually not practical at all. Many thousands of people are probably regretting their choice of the same item! The drawers look infinitely more useful, and make the most of space. I so enjoy ‘joining in’ with you and your family. Although I’m an old granny who lives many miles away in the U.K. (south coast of England), I feel like you are friendly next door neighbours. Thanks for continuing to vlog (i hope that’s the right word). I enjoy it very much. How lovely that you are encouraging resourcefulness and self-reliance in your children. I’m having to self-isolate quite strictly, but have so many hobbies and activities indoors that i’m interested in, that it will be a pleasure to have the opportunity/time (I hope!) to catch up with them. I so well remember my mother allowing me to be creative with card, scissors, tape, empty boxes, etc., at home, when I was young. I loved it, and was never bored. It thought me to look within myself for answers, not constantly dependent on others. Your new top looks very pretty, and spring season. We are just coming into spring now, and the increased sunshine will help to give us cheer in the difficult days ahead. 😀. I wish you and your family well and happy. I loved Tom’s measured reaction to you painting the ‘ugly sofa’ grey! But you had to try, didn’t you! I would have had to give it go too! It’s a real ‘cliffhanger’ now! Thanks Dawn and family 💖

[@laika421]

The Sterilite Deep Ultra baskets fit perfectly in the cubes, and then I use smaller containers inside. So all of my floss is in it's container, then I have aida fabric, a folder with patterns, clear zipper bags for each project...I keep a WIP bin so I can just toss stuff in. Using clear bags to organize projects helps so much.

[@kimfarrar4328]

Thank you for putting out content during these days of social distancing. I always feel like you’re talking from just next door rather than across the country. ❤️

[@betsyfowler2342]

I agree, love your videos. Even as an empty nester I love your tips.

[@TheDriftwoodlover]

You approach such a slippery subject in such a concise way! My gut is to hold on to bits and pieces for "some other" project that never materializes. Lesson (finally) learned.

[@fern6545]

I'm subscribed to a bunch of different kinds of channels, but yours is the one I wait for and watch first - and I imagine, as an empty-nester I'm probably not your targeted audience. Also noticed that blue- tangled-yarn got "rescued." I can relate. :)

[@bethw7617]

I love the challenge of de-tangling. But I don't keep the yarn I won't use.

[@Christyi]

I'm also an empty nester that loves watching this channel! It gives me lots of ideas in how to work with my grandkids. Wish I had known all this when I was raising my boys. In the meantime, it's helping me declutter my 20-plus years in this home. 😃

[@TheDriftwoodlover]

Fern, I'm nearing retirement and Dawn is my mentor! 😀

[@fern6545]

@@TheDriftwoodlover Same!

[@Julie-ok5fr]

Oh Dawn....I sooo had this scenario about 10 yrs ago with our kids!! I had kept so many markers, coloring books, yarn, stickers, beads, glitter, glue, even those scissors that would cut out decorative edges that did not even cut well. My daughter also had a similar thing that she called a "cube organizer" shelf with those canvas bins from IKEA. She finally grew tired of "organizing" it and now, it is used in the garage for shoe storage ;) We had set it out there for donation and realized, hey, this would clear up our "shoes by the front door" problem ;) And yes, to those craft and hobby kits. Our kids went through a lot of those in the past and we would have bits and pieces of crystal kits, bath soap kits, make your own whatever kits..the idea sounded fun at the time but the result often turned out less than satisfactory ;) My advice having lived through this with our kids now 19 and 22... 1. Don't keep everything because you think the kids NEED it to be entertained (I did that) 2. Don't receive/take everything given to you just because it was "free" or you felt obligated (I did that) 3. Don't buy things just because they are on sale at the craft store (I did that) 4. Go through what you have every month or so to avoid getting too attached to it & to see it it still holds value to you (I never did that!) 5. Don't buy more bins in attempt to organize your things (I did that) 6. Don't feel like your kids won't be well-rounded unless you try out tons of different crafts & hobbies. They will show you and tell you what they love to do if you are listening :D This is off topic, but this is the 2nd top you have worn lately that I LOVE. The sleeves suit me and I also love the stripes! It Also looks pretty on you. Adeline reminds me of my daughter at that age :) :)

[@kimhumphreys1908]

I have those Ikea drawers for painting supplies. With those Ikea drawers you can use a labeller to label each drawer - stick the label on the “handle” part - you can see the labels if you are standing at the drawers but no ugly labels on the drawer fronts.

[@irenehinojosa6629]

I love the saying not can you use it again but will you use it again? That just makes so much sense!

[@Kate.West.]

Yes i definitely think those kits need A LOT of adult supervision. I basically spend my day at work doing "arts and Crafts" and some of these kits i find tricky and need patience to make them come out like they look on the box... not to mention additional supplies not contained in the box! I think those kits are fun to do if you are maybe looking for something new to try, so see if you like it. If its something you like then you could get more of it. But i think probably its best to aim to do the whole kit in one sitting (maybe invite a friend round or a couple of siblings do it together). That way the kit gets used up, and you can have the fun of trying something different. If i buy these kits for friends kids i tend to buy a couple of smaller kits rather than one large kit, so it basically a couple hour activity and each kit is done with. If they come across something they like they can always get refills. Also i'm not sure if the end result is all that important..... i think just having a go practising fine motor skills, and problem solving when it doesn't work. I used to LOVE those kits when i was your daughters age. Finally i think with art supplies it really helps for everything to be accessible, and stored in a way that you can open a draw or cupboard and see everything you have really easily. That way it can spark your imagination for things you might want to create. As a kid i loved mixing up the art supplies in projects, so would want to make something out of clay, then make a fabric thing to dress it in, and play with it in a lego house, and do some sort of paper craft at the same time...... 8 year old me would have seen that as a day well spent!

[@kristichristman4143]

Really helps to see the girls involved and working through because my daughter can see their process and use that to encourage her. Appreciated the real life experience with this video!

[@infopubs]

Let's face it: we ALL get more creative when we're bored! My husband is getting tons of projects done right now :)

[@cathypritchard4306]

My advise is to get rid of all “started & not finished” projects. Donate them & maybe someone else can use. I agree with all your ideas on keeping a minimal home. Thanks for all your ideas. 😋

[@kimwatts6338]

Great content. When someone is a crafter it is vey hard to edit our supplies

[@navigodelaney119]

You are training your children to count the costs in such a brilliant way. Not easy or quick, but so worth the effort. I wish I'd "known" you when my kids were little.

[@TheMinimalMom]

Thank you for watching!! Here is what you can find in this video: 1:05 Do we like the cube shelves for art & craft storage 1:31 With remodeling, how we're reconfiguring their desk 2:16 **THE QUESTIONS we ask!** 4:23 Learning what ACTUALLY keeps kids occupied & playing on their own 6:29 Where the girls store their special keepsake items 7:42 NEVER (ever, ever) ask this question when decluttering! 8:27 **How do we get our kids to not be wasteful?** 10:03 What if kids (or ME!) have a hard time parting with things? 10:21 What their NEW DESKS look like

[@Christyi]

I really love how you added this to the description of the video! Question: have you had a hard time making donations during the quarantine?

[@TheDriftwoodlover]

I love this feature too. Will you continue on other videos?

[@angelastoutenger7944]

It's great that Adeline makes quick decisions...wish I could do that! Really like the IKEA cabinets. I'm going to have to check them out for organization.

[@heatherboers6493]

You are so motivating. I’m an empty nester and watching you with your busy and loving family makes me feel some of what I used to have.

[@susanmorrisonnarring837]

The one question you don't ask... that was a game-changer for me having grown up with grandparents who lived through the Great Depression & kept everything "just in case you might need it"! Thank you Dawn!

[@kristasy6689]

This is so relatable 😅 thanks for the great questions to ask the kids to help them get rid of stuff! I’m about to declutter the same shelf and same drawer that my kids store all their homeschool/craft things in and this video is super helpful!

[@ArleneAdkinsZell]

If one of my children had a craft kit or project they did not like or vdid not intend to complete, they had to find a creative use for at least 25% of the supplies. They seemed to enjoy that, it really brought out their creative side, taught them how to see things differently, taught them to think before acquiring and each time we had a discussion about wastefulness. It also helped keep the clutter down as well as saved money, we got the idea from another mom in the home schooling group.

[@tracysigner2760]

Love the art declutter. I’m a visual person for my imagination so drawers never work for me as I stuff even more. Instead I have a handy husband who simply added additional shelf’s to some of the cubes and I slide clear trays in them so I can see at a glance.

[@Reenie581]

This is a great idea. I love using cubes.

[@lemonsama52]

I was actually hoping Dawn might give us an update as to whether she feels like the drawers have been a better system overall for her kids compared to the cubes. I am about to upgrade my daughter's art setup and would love some intel before I buy shelving!

[@deniseestrada7037]

Thx for this video- my son 💚's creating artwork & crafts also... (we're learning to declutter stuff he doesn't need!)- I don't love those shelves either (but I have them🤦‍♀️)... for us: hiding the shelf in the closet & using it to display lego creations works! Art stuff transferred to a small rolling cart (bcuz he loves drawing the most)- *Important to find what works for ur individual kids💚... thx for the inspiration!!🙂... God bless😇

[@loramcclamrock5549]

I have found that there are small plastic dressers ( about a cubic foot with three drawers) that fit beautifully in the storage cubes. I love storing paper, and stationery supplies in these, for example. I can see them and they are at my fingertips.

[@VoicesofAncientEgypt]

I would love to know where you found these.

[@annettevanderklippe1653]

Thanks Dawn! Your great ideas for questions to ask yourself often run through my head - very helpful. My children used to spend Saturday mornings tidying up their toys (which were NOT minimized at that time) and then gues what they did Saturday afternoons? They got imaginative and started playing and took them all out again! I was often overwhelmed but it was obvious that they enjoyed the tidiness as much as I did. I wish I had watced your toy minimizing videos a long time ago!

[@daisygirl111975]

Thank you Dawn for keeping us entertained during this new normal period. All your videos are thought provoking and the best distraction from the current situation.

[@mistyfalkenstein16]

I'm a knitter and have a yarn stash. I decided to let the container/boundary be the bad guy. My two bins are full, and my "to knit" bag is full, so I can't buy more yarn until I've knitted through the to-knit bag and make space in the bins. It also helps to remind myself that sales will repeat later, so the FOMO isn't a real threat. That realization has helped me resist impulse buys just because there is a sale.

[@valentineyoung1450]

I like your spring tops. I recently decluttered my sewing stuff and it makes me feel so good now I am sewing in the better organized area. Thanks for all your tips.

[@mtheron100]

Yes! Loved this! The rule in our house is that if it's on the floor for a day, it's clearly not important to them and I get to pass it along. Also, if you want to keep it, you have to take care of it. If it's not taken care of, you clearly don't want to keep it. Works so well! My 7 and 5 year old love going through their things and frequently asks me to help them declutter!

[@kimberlyvela8106]

Thank you for this video and having your daughter showing her decisions, have 8 year old daughter loves to keep everything she makes or gets from school and I've try to give her tips but I watch this with her and help her understand that its ok to let go.

[@alixcriswell9529]

Dawn, your videos are quite inspirational for me. My decluttering and purging process has been taking a very long time but your videos are helping me make more progress. It's fun when Tom joins you as well especially when you are talking about the home projects and your RV. Thanks so much for breaking down the process and making it easier and more fun. Blessings to you and your family!!

[@wolf_bridge5114]

I haven’t even watched it yet, but I saw that you had a new decluttering video and immediately felt joy. Bless you❣️

[@kerie893]

This could not have come at a better time! We have just had to reconfigure our spaces as hubby is going to be working from home and the adult desk was in the playroom. We have now moved the tv into the playroom and used a couch to separate it into two smaller areas. Adult desk is now in the lounge room, and I LOVE the new setup so far. Also less floor space for them to spread stuff out = hopefully better at packing things away once finished as they won't actually have space for multiple stuff out at once. My 6 yr old is super crafty, but like you said - some paper, tape, textas, scissors are the most often used to create. And I love seeing where her imagination takes her.

[@sarahjohnson9267]

I've done this since my kids were little. If they come to me saying they are bored, I give chores! I think it taught them what you said, imagination and more independence.

[@caldrm1]

Th a space looks so much better. I need to get some of those drawer units. Hope you are all staying healthy & happy!

[@deniseg6880]

Wonderful video! My kids are very artistic and keeping supplies manageable can be challenging! I have been decluttering alot lately and it is surprising how well the kids embrace it! I think they realize how much better it is to live and play in an organized place and they feel bad tossing so much junk...my kids have been happy to say no to things they don’t need now or saving their money for one bigger thing rather than lots of clutter. Kids sometimes understand better than us adults 😁❤️.

[@melm9487]

Another good idea is to take yarn, floss, partially used paints and markers, and other craft supplies to a senior health care center. Call the Activity’s Director and ask what they can use. Their budgets are always low and they rely on gifts from families and others to keep going. They also appreciate puzzles, gently used games and books.

[@wifemotherprepper2462]

I would LOVE to see a video about minimalist baby and toddler toys and activities. I have a 6 month old and a 19 month old and work full time at home, so I would love some ideas about the minimum they need and how to get them to not get bored quickly and want a screen or me to directly entertain them, would also love activity ideas for us to do together too! Also, I love how well behaved ur kids are and would love to know ur house rules and discipline techniques;)

[@stacyhigginson170]

I just bought that big shelf for my scrapbooking stuff 😂 I'm going to make paper shelves all along the top row though so it should hold all of my different papers very nicely! I'm excited to get it all put together!

[@eavening4149]

Our glycerin soap making kit comes out twice a year. The crystal growing kit...came out super small. I think all those small extra beads and craft parts could go into one giant spare items clear jar, limited space. They came in a kit, but they can be repurposed. For me, creativity can also come from random items put into new configurations once they are disassociated from the original purpose. But limit the storage, yes.

[@lemonsama52]

Yes spare parts can definitely be part of that creative process! I am about to downsize our container for them as well though. Love the idea of glass jars!

[@nancyrampmeyer8492]

Using my imagination, you have spirits at :25 with the blue yarn dancing around all by itself. So fun. I, too, love your top.

[@sarahr7279]

I do not have any advice lol. I so needed this video. I recently removed all craft stuff from it's designated spot because I couldn't easily get to anything. I moved it all downstairs to a table to sort through it when I'm ready. This was very helpful and will rewatch when I'm going through it. Thank you for your help as always!

[@mrsbunch3501]

Totally agree with you re craft kits... They never work out or require loads of adult supervision! My daughters prefer just getting actual supplies rather than kits. Love the new drawers, hopefully they work out well. I do find (particularly for my youngest who is nearly 5),that we need to continuously go through supplies and let go of things!

[@mcdaniellynda]

I agree with the “I’m bored” comment. My daughter learned real quick, never to say she was bored.

[@margaretvillalpando7722]

I absolutely love what you said about the kids saying they are "bored" and getting a chore. :) My kids (when younger and at home) they knew better than to tell me they were bored. LOL They knew they would get a chore to do. I don't like that word! LOL My kids always had regular chores to do as well but they would get an extra chore if I heard the word "bored". I love you videos by the way. You give good advice for parents and folks in general. Keep up the good work. I always look forward to seeing your next video. You and your husband amuse me with all of your "projects" etc. :)

[@sunshine3914]

Lol. That’s why I’ve never used that word in 60 years.

[@leebutler9644]

I love Adelaine I love her laugh and smile 😊

[@helpmetosleep]

Even as an adult I give myself a time lines. Sometimes it helps me knock out stuff I really do want done. Like competition with myself.... and such a good feeling for space back and craft completion & on to new things

[@carriepinkduck]

I've learned so much about what my kids will actually play with during the pandemic. We have so much they never use. They love Legos, action figures, drawing, and video games (which we limit). They also prefer to be outside with bubbles, chalk, bikes, or playing in the snow. I'm so ready to purge everything else.

[@jillygirl2024]

What a cute Spring look the Lavendar stripe top with ruffles on the sleeves and the earrings you were wearing.

[@lesleyharris3198]

When my kids were young I had a rotation of toys and art supplies, most of the stuff was boxed up and I would get 1 box out, and then it was like new toys each week, but special toys or cuddles were always out,

[@nancyfrank9609]

Just a suggestion. My kids loved Brain Quest when traveling in car on trips.

[@tanialimacosta]

Loved the "I'm bored" hint!! I'm soooo going to use that! Thank you

[@michelle8143]

I love Alex drawers, that was a great choice. I actually use one as my dresser inside my closet, it fits everything I need.

[@amycooper1652]

Great video! I've adopted the question "WILL I use it again?" Makes so much sense that something that worked in the past can now move on if I won't use it again. Also, I love your lt blue striped shirt it looks great on you! Thank you for another great organizing video!! 👍👍

[@shannonerickson6076]

I like these videos with just your family so much more. I loved this video!

[@erinfrasch2775]

Great video Dawn! We have had the same experience with craft and science kits. They don’t always turn out and then you are left with extra bits and pieces. I hope you and your family are safe and healthy. Have a great day 😊❤️👍

[@rachelmontgomery3889]

Shallow drawer units are great for craft storage, both for limiting/containing and access. Just wish I would have been to ikea a few weeks ago to pick some up for my girls, would have been a fun makeover for their room. * I think once we get through these long weeks at home there will be lots of clarity about what we really want to take time to use and what didn’t make the cut. In the meantime we’ll keep working through the house to reset the spaces that need another layer of the onion peeled.

[@ashleylockwood4255]

I like how that new desk area looks! It’s going to be so nice with the stairs.

[@joleensandahl3472]

Love, love, love your hair. Also so nice to have the kids make decisions.

[@shelley465]

Thank you - this video is helping ME sort through the items on a small desk in my room (my kids are grown now).

[@sj6728]

That was such an amazing transformation!!! It was very satisfying to watch. Also brought back memories with my Granddaughter. she loved arts and crafts. the drawers are perfect

[@frogleymom]

We use those same drawers from Ikea for dressers. Each of our kids has one. They fit really well in closets (using the full depth) and the drawers are big enough to hold quite a bit (even when the kids don't fold things). Our bigger girls (14, 13, 12) fold their clothes so they can fit more, or they hang extra things like dresses and sweatshirts that would take up too much space. My rule is that it needs to fit in their dresser or be hung up... anything that ends up on the floor is "excess" and we can let it go. ;)

[@zahavailan3782]

Wow this is so healthy for your kids! And they’re beautiful!

[@lydiahiott6164]

Your daughter is a gem❣️❣️You must enjoy her❤️❤️

[@JJ-cx8gl]

I'm glad you found the IKEA Alex drawers. They are the best. I use the wider version for my sewing supplies and for nightstands in our bedroom. Yes, I know there are many drawers but they keep all of the things we use (including the current book I'm reading) neatly under control. I like the look of your new creative area. I like "Will I use this"? This will be my question as I sort my craft area.

[@carmenm.4091]

What a great solution! Love it.

[@maryfiona7641]

LOL this applied to me more than kids. I need to revisit my own hobbies.

[@kimkay1741]

Convicted! Peeling some more off my craft layers. Good option for us sewers looking to declutter our stash: we may be able to see masks for health care workers. I saw something in the paper about this yesterday and today googled sewing masks and it popped up with blue cross/allina link☺

[@78Kimberli]

Thank you for your amazing videos. It helps to know it’s okay not to hold onto every little thing!

[@cinnie2543]

Looks like I watched this a year ago, but getting ready to de-clutter my hobbies now and it was helpful to review. Thanks!

[@lvlc5]

Loved it... right now this is something we need to tackle...

[@susanmckenna3882]

My kids are grown and out of the house, but I'M the one who hates throwing/giving away my craft supplies! 😂 I don't want to admit that my creative juices have dried up. And I love to be the person who can supply a need. You're having a sixties' party and need a vintage tablecloth? I've got it! 😂 It's a travel theme and you'd like old suitcases? I've got it! 😂😂 Sunday school class needs a costume? I've got that too. 😂😂😂 The question I ask myself most is, if I keep it am I willing to dust it? You are giving your children a great gift, teaching them to not hold on to things too tightly. ❤️ Time for me to go look through my craft supplies. And I agree, drawers are the best for storage. Cubes and cubbies, not so hot.

[@leftycrafter]

Any additional thoughts on grown up crafts? Knitters, crocheters, quilters etc are notorious for accumulating tons of craft supplies. I’m drowning in yarn and sewing fabric!

[@susiemccoy7]

Good morning ladies, Adeline is so cute...

[@anitabeaudoin5624]

Awesome! Thanks for the new videos. On a Monday, even! haha Yes, great question to ask...will I use it again?...instead of could I use it again? Do I even want to? lol I have often asked myself the question you challenged me with..."but, could I live without it?" That one has been my game changer, along with "would I buy this again?" Amazing how that cuts through the indecision. haha Love you guys! Hang in there, this too shall pass! :)

[@andreamiller6200]

Always a great video, such a comfort in these times and so practical! I looked at your description box to see if I could find where you said your adorable pastel vertical striped scoop neck top with short ruffled sleeves came from (is it new - it is perfect on you) but I could not locate this info. Can you say more about it? Delighted that you continue to share.

[@DD-mn9jh]

I know what you mean about craft kits not working! My daughter’s bath bomb kit didn’t work until I searched how to make bath bombs on KZbin. It turned out that it needed a lot more oil then the instructions suggested. We also never had luck with those crystal growing kits. Always enjoy your videos!

[@rroumeli]

Love this video and the perfect question of "WILL I use this?" vs "Could I..." My big question that I didn't see answered is: did it all go out in the trash or could some of it be donated and if so, where? I hate the idea of throwing out perfectly good craft items but I'm not sure where to take them...?

[@michelleh.6363]

My kids are grown and I have some toys here that they didn’t want to part with...I’m now stuck with going thru it...grandkids love playing candy land game and some others I kept...but I have many toys to go thru...some I want to give the kids for their kids...but I have 5 kids so a lot of these items have been passed down thru all...but it’s a process for sure!! Tfs I wish I could move quickly thru the process like you did!! Lol 👍💕😎

[@WhereTheLionsRoar]

Love your videos! I would love to see a video on minimal, open-ended must-haves for a creative art area.

[@ordinaryeverydayanne6594]

This is a great video! Some kids have a lot easier time with de-cluttering their things. My oldest has a really hard time with it and has more things than her siblings. Her arts and crafts get pretty crazy too. I'm hoping with some training and practice it will get easier for her.

[@janego2018]

I'm a grown-up in part-time home office. A chaotic desk makes me run away from it, as well... Ps. I love the drawer solution. It gives limited, yet ample space which is visually peaceful.

[@estherbayer7164]

Great job girls!!!!!

[@jillthurow502]

My brother is awesome with “I’m bored”! His chores are fantastic, the kids learned quickly to occupy themselves, and this was before social media😊🤣

[@cindy3861]

Another great video, lots of tips I can implement in there, thanks!!

[@juanitaturner7019]

Since I have been decluttering didn’t need 2 of my cube storage units. My daughter also has the 5-drawer cabinet with her desk from IKEA. She loves the cabinet bc everything she needs is hand and very organized. I only have the desk however thinking the 5-drawer cabinet would be nice to organize my area better for scrapbooking.

[@melaniehumphreys6445]

With craft items I ask does it “spark joy” because that is why we do hobbies. I also discard scraps after a project. Especially paper scraps. I have significantly paired back my crafts collection to the main crafts I really enjoy. Painting, art journal, sewing, crochet and card making. If items dont fit in these categories or I know I wont use them I let them go to someone who will.😁

[@milylore]

So true!

[@kelseyd4196]

I LOVE asking *WILL I use this again?* As opposed to COULD I use this again? That really feels like the key to minimal living! It shall be my new mantra!! Also, how can I encourage a family member to declutter items that I don't really know what they are? My hubby is a computer guy for a living and he has SOOOO many cords, monitors, keyboards, towers, hard drive thingies, memory whatzits, etc in a TON of huge bursting boxes! He WILL pull something from them maybe 3x a year to use, but otherwise it all just sits and is taking over our garage! How can I be sensitive to his needs/wants while still decluttering this space? PS-- I've tried my new mantra question with him. No success. He thinks he will use it all! HELP!

[@ShatteredRippleBooks]

Craft storage hmmmm several storage tubs in a couple of areas of the home and a hostess trolley too. We have a small flat so very little storage space and I do several crafts. I am working on sorting things out though. I definitely want to have an art cupboard. It's just what to do with the stuff currently in it lol. This decluttering takes time.

[@amandalashley3819]

I'm so guilty of the "I could" with art/craft supplies.

[@TheDriftwoodlover]

... Amanda, so am I and then I never do. So much creativity, so little execution! 😂

[@amandalashley3819]

@@TheDriftwoodlover the thing is, sometimes I do use it...years later 😅