We FINALLY Found The Floor!!! | Extreme Decluttering & Organizing My Parents’ House Ep 4

[@SpaceMakerMethod]

How good does it feel to see all that floor space?!?!!

[@rebeckamattisson5083]

👍👍👍👍👍🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩

[@nenooceanchild1675]

that was so cool .. keep going 🥹

[@jaynebrandon7184]

Oh her your dad has some beautiful art is there anyway somebody could get some of it I mean it's easy willing to sell her I mean it would be nice to be able to share some of that beautiful art..

[@DogdayDraws]

What did you do with the photos you took out of the frames? My MIL has a ton of photos in frames and I don’t know what to do with them or how to store them properly. She passed away 2 yrs ago. Thanks 😊

[@librarynan4610]

My daughter who is a professional Marie Kondo organizer helped me declutter and I do not miss a thing I donated. I can’t believe how much left the house. One thing that helped me let books go was to distinguish between books that I read and would not read again and books that I read and would read again. I was able to donate about 150 books to a local used bookstore whose profits go to support adult literacy. All of the rest I let go of went to a local thrift store that has a large food donation program. Decluttering was a win/win!

[@sarahkinsey5434]

My coworker is getting her house professionally decluttered and organized. She has 5 kids and a husband, four of her kids are on the Autism spectrum and some were homeschooled. She donated 300 books from the first pass alone

[@rabczanska]

Very small suggestion: when asking someone to sort cords and cables, sit and untangle then and separate them with twist ties. Then hand the "cable expert" in the house the box of separated cables. They are far more likely to sort them quickly. When just handed a tangled box of cables they will just put it aside forever!

[@sheila3936]

It also helps condense like 3 boxes down to 1. Just went through the same thing myself.

[@SpaceMakerMethod]

Def! Unfortunately we just didn’t have time for that because of our timeline and they were fine with just putting them in a box for this particular project, but everyone and every project is differnt

[@natabulous6429]

Thats a nice gesture, but if the cord expert wanted his/her cords, they should take the time to are care of them and untangle them instead of shoving them down a black hole.. 🤷‍♀️ to me, unless you're a child who doesn't know better, take care of your stuff to help it last 🤗

[@JlNXED]

THIS! i had to untangle and do a rough sort of about 3 big bins worth of cables for my dad, but it made it easier when the time came to declutter and store and put to use, otherwise we probably wouldn’t have moved as fast or gotten rid of any and kept it stored like the mess it was in

[@fianorian]

It's always such a joy when you find the floor in a room like that. When I was in the process of decluttering, everything got dumped in the craft room, and it was beginning to look like your room. I have only recently got it all cleared out and painted the walls. When it was done I stood in the middle of the room, spun around with my arms out, and cheered. (Goodness knows what the neighbours thought.)

[@SpaceMakerMethod]

Haha! Sounds like a good victory dance!

[@sarahkinsey5434]

Craft rooms seem to end up being the catch all rooms don't they

[@vickinoeske1154]

I've watched many de-cluttering videos (easier than actually de-cluttering😀), but this series spoke to me. My craft room looks like your mom's depression room and feels totally overwhelming. Thanks so much for showing me it can be done.

[@SpaceMakerMethod]

You can do it! It will be hard, but all you have to do is start!

[@vickinoeske1154]

@@SpaceMakerMethod Thank you for your encouraging words.😊💪💪

[@jodybogdanovich4333]

I've been binge-watching decluttering channels too. I hope I get motivated like you did. 🙏🤞My problem is chrinic pain and fatigue from an autoimmune disease. I've had a couple of good decluttering/cleaning sessions by setting a timer for 20-30 mins (depending on how I feel), then rotate through different areas or zones, stopping in one area and moving on to the next when the timer goes off. I find that it helps me keep going if I see a little progress throughout my home rather than getting bogged down in one area. I do have ADHD too. 🐿Squirrel! I take rest breaks as needed between timed sessions but have learned to set a timer for that as well, because it's too easy to not get back up again if I don't LOL. If it means having to rest for the entire next day, so be it.

[@dorism.9475]

Wow, huge amount of progress! This is such an overwhelming job for your Mom to have done on her own, but having you there motivating her and pushing her is making all the difference!

[@SpaceMakerMethod]

I think it was just the motivation she needed bc she’s still going even after I left!

[@infopubs]

I know it's huge amount of work, but the big decluttering session videos are my faves!

[@SpaceMakerMethod]

Yay! Mine too! And more series from other parts of the world are coming soon!

[@caromurray6152]

I actually started clearing out stuff from my garage today ( a long overdue project). It’s amazing how much I’ve hung onto, including but not limited to, airline boarding passes from 20 years ago, theatre programmes & old Christmas cards! Why this has taken me so long I have no idea. Still I’m inspired to keep going especially now that I have freed up one shelf in there!🥴

[@SpaceMakerMethod]

Oh just stare at that shelf when you need encouragement!! Keep going!!

[@ewen9415]

This is amazing, what a gift for your parents. I just had a friend help me with my stashed photo frames etc, and it made such a difference to have help. Glad you kept a few old clothes, it's special to have something tangible to show/share with kids/nieces one day. And the 'dad box' full of cords, classic 😂

[@SpaceMakerMethod]

Haha that is a dad box 😂

[@ulqulqu]

I think the more closets / storage areas we have, we tend to end up with more stuff, mostly because they have a place to accumulate

[@psymompa]

Yes! my dad refused to add shelves because he said it just added more clutter.

[@SpaceMakerMethod]

💯

[@leeanncornell8305]

So true.

[@sarahkinsey5434]

I think I heard that in one of the Minimalists documentaries. Some expert said the bigger the space the more we feel we need to fill and spread out

[@jeno264]

Your family is completely creative! Loved Dad's artwork! 💖💖💖 So much ground covered!!

[@SpaceMakerMethod]

And you should see my other sibling’s artwork!

[@adriennehilll]

LOVE THIS SERIES 💛💛💛

[@SpaceMakerMethod]

Thanks boo!

[@yvettekennedy1114]

Wow, this was so satisfying to watch. And may I say, your mom is such a talented seamstress! The clothing was just beautiful.

[@SpaceMakerMethod]

Thank you! I had forgotten just how much she’d made for me over the years!

[@pama.6410]

Using the timer and breaking it up to allow yourselves to step away for a small break is such a great idea. It can be used for any cleaning task, really! The hard part is starting. Your Mom is already over the hump now because you got the ball rolling for her! It is really wonderful what you have accomplished. Again, the donation centers must be so happy to see you coming!

[@crimsonrose51]

I love this series. I'm seeing a lot of youtubers about your age decluttering their childhood homes for their parents. It might be trending. Anyways the transformation so far is AMAZING!!!

[@alenasteflova3564]

Hi April! Great job to you all. Just have to say what an amazing job you are doing being patient with your mom. I know first hand it can be difficult to be patient especially when you are minimalist and the other person isnt. ❤️ keep it up and hope other things will go your way as well. Greetings from Prague

[@SpaceMakerMethod]

Thank you so much! And can’t wait to visit Prague one day!

[@alenasteflova3564]

@@SpaceMakerMethod Very close from Amsterdam! Keeping my fingers & toes crossed that your plans will go smoothly from now on. And also, dont sweat anyone making you feel that you 'should have' or 'could have' known things. I for example should have known that when reconstructing a 120yo house, you measure ALL the walls, so you dont end up having to return and reorder some kitchen cabinets because the room is wonky :D

[@valentinat3250]

Many would not agree, but I decided to donate all of my books. That decision alone reduced clutter and opened up space. Those I really want to read again I will get as an ebook.

[@DipityS]

Fantastic and motivating job, April and Mama-April. The sheer mountain of physical stuff is one thing, but it's the emotionally baggage you both went through which is the hardest part. It's also motivating to know you're opening up the space for both your parents' interests and creativity - allowing them space for themselves. Those twenty minutes are an excellent way to avoid being overwhelmed - somehow they make it easier to start - perhaps because you don't think you have any chance of actually completing the task so it loses the pressure? I don't know, but it works! Thank you for the flyby pupper Dirk at 15:04 - I'm always happy to have a pupper flypast. Also the shots of pupper Dirk from above with his little round tummy are appreciated. I want to squish him so much!

[@laurysteinke865]

What a great daughter you are! I did the same thing for my mom when she moved in with us! 💕

[@SpaceMakerMethod]

I bet she was very grateful for you too!

[@laurysteinke8921]

@@SpaceMakerMethod thank you sooo much! I lost her 6&1/2 years ago. Your time with your mom is precious! 💞

[@vivssaura]

I'm loving this series, it's really inspiring me to do the same in my house. Hugs from Brazil.

[@SpaceMakerMethod]

I’m so happy to hear that! Just tackle it and you’ll feel soo good afterwards!

[@paigemarcantel3943]

Looks amazing!!! You are such a good daughter.

[@jennifersosebee8761]

Love these decluttering videos! Gives me motivation!

[@SpaceMakerMethod]

Yay! Thanks for watching!

[@dniki2152]

April and mom, thank you so much for sharing. It is very generous of you to let so many strangers into your home. Your mom is not unique in holding on to things. It is so much the way if that generation. Don't know where she is finding the strength to let so much leave her life at once, but I am sure you leading the way and her being able to go down memory lane with her is key. You're a good kid. Take care of your health:)

[@deonebergman20]

You are a trooper! I’m tired just watching you trying to make decisions!

[@Chrisplainjane]

Even watching this is overwhelming so snaps to you guys for getting through this under a major time crunch! Can’t wait to see the final.

[@sabreenaazam8876]

Omg I think this is the first time I heard the space maker method. Love the channel April ❤

[@kathyborth6677]

Floor space is huge progress. Last time I didn't mention your room & it was huge progress too. Can't wait to see bathroom. Take care

[@SpaceMakerMethod]

Thank you! Felt so good to see the floor!!

[@joannayeo9545]

I’ve just subbed and I think I am in love with your mum’s home and things. I am a level four hoarder and I feel I am on the right path at last. Every step, however small, is a huge one for me. My steps are slow too but this progress is so freeing. Good vibes to anyone who is doing this journey xx

[@kathiecondon9187]

My church does “trash n’ treasure” each July 4th. I have gotten inspiration from this series and am decluttering different areas of my house. Today was the clothes in my closet. It has been tiring but so nice to look in the closet and see some empty space. Can’t wait to see your next installment.

[@rebeckamattisson5083]

You are your mom are awesome!! Tell her that she is doing great, dealing with all the stuff, decisions and emotions. It will feel so rewarding to reclaim that room and make space for your parents creative hobbies. I helped my parents with some decluttering this weekend. They have lived in the same house for 41 years (I just turned 40 this May) and they have almost never thrown away or said no to anything...including big furniture from dead relatives. So we declutter now and then (I live a couple of hours away from them and we don't have time or want to declutter every time we meet) and they seem to enjoy their space. Lots of love to you and your parents!

[@Jen39x]

Your Mom really did a great job of packing those closets. Everything was packed neatly away and cared for. I think your traveling & Korea have turned it to your “super power”

[@madzabinga8382]

April, your local STAPLES or OFFICE MAX store has a great electronics recycling service. Cords, cables, monitors, even small appliances. They will take them and properly recycle them.

[@SpaceMakerMethod]

Oh that’s really great to know! And I’ll be sure to tell them! Thank you!

[@plynn136]

Your mom had a lot of very nice decor items. You obviously get your design and artistic talents from mom and dad. That is so cool. The room is looking great! Thanks for another great video.

[@SpaceMakerMethod]

Thanks for watching!!

[@milenaizabela818]

Watching this while eating breakfast for encouragement to continue my decluttering!

[@SpaceMakerMethod]

Love it!!

[@Angelized12]

I’m currently packing up my apartment to move to a smaller space, and I have a lot of things to sort through from my mom, who passed away. These videos are really relatable (esp the stages of being overwhelmed and then relieved lol) and encouraging, so thank you for showing us ❤️

[@unakeane532]

Wow that’s some achievement. Your dresses where lovely from your proms

[@SpaceMakerMethod]

I mean back in the 00s they were really cool!

[@alchittenden]

Watching you guys declutter this room has been so incredibly inspiring! I just moved a couple months ago into a fairly small space and I've been trying to unpack and go through everything and get rid of as much as I can. Watching this series in particular has been so helpful. Thank you for sharing this experience with us, April!

[@estherhorak2607]

Hello from austria! My granny has exactly the same photoalbums. 😅 China must have shipped them to every possible spot on the globe they could find. 😂

[@estherhorak2607]

Those with the ships and the sea/costal pictures

[@SpaceMakerMethod]

Bahahaha

[@sharondumont9048]

Looking good, your a great daughter to help your parents 👍🏼❤️😉🇨🇦

[@SpaceMakerMethod]

Thank you 💛

[@TheMercymerz]

Binging on this series. Oh my! I am feeling exhausted for you but very motivated to go thru my own stuff now! What a trooper you are to help your mom! Great job!

[@angelaweathersbee1334]

This series inspired me to start on my depression room. Thank you!

[@fanfreluche]

just a word to tell you that I love your dog!! I had the same when I was young; Wirehaired Fox Terriers are wonderful dogs. finally very nice job of decluter

[@lesmess.]

Shout out to your mom for really letting go of a lot!

[@vmontemayor1288]

Y’all have done such a great job! Misc and pictures is always exhausting to go through. I’m really excited to see the finished product. It’s been so nice to see it as a depressing room and now it’s going to be a happy creative space

[@donnahilton8924]

I really like that you address rude comments head on! Love the videos. Discovered your channel just a bit ago & now binging older videos. And, of course, subscribed.

[@SpaceMakerMethod]

Thank you so much, Donna 🥰💛

[@suecahill2364]

Nana's painting is fabulous! Best wishes!

[@garyanngeistfeld5907]

Great job! I wish I was there, I love sorting and organizing. I just noticed the jacket with the FCA emblem on it, GREAT ministry! It made a huge impact on our family.

[@RadCenter]

I don't know why I'm so excited to watch this series, but I am!

[@RadCenter]

PS What are the plans for this room when it is finished? It would make a great painting studio for your dad!

[@SpaceMakerMethod]

It’s going to me get sewing room. She’s wanted a space of her own for as long as I can remember and she has some big quilts she wants to finish, so it’ll be a great place to spread out!

[@juliejenkins1456]

Wow . Your great at this. Your parents must be thrilled how thoughtful you are and a blessing to have🤗. Love Julie from Lancashire in UK. Stay at mine any time😁xx

[@margomarino1149]

Giving me some inspo this morning to deep clean my bathroom lol 🙃

[@SpaceMakerMethod]

Oh I love a good deep clean of the bathroom!

[@SolCavazos]

Thank you! Awesome series, thanks for sharing.

[@SpaceMakerMethod]

Thanks for watching!!

[@_JanetLouise]

wow, so much stuff .... good job!! I must continue with my stuff ....

[@SpaceMakerMethod]

You got this!

[@Sophie-kn3gh]

Love the series!!

[@SpaceMakerMethod]

Yay!! Thanks for watching!!

[@suziemack1810]

Great job 👏

[@bynmiller7794]

You went to LakeView! So did my husband and I! Crazy!

[@kathleenkaleookalanismith8724]

It would be so cool if your parents converted their garage into an art room for both of them so jewelry supplies, art supplies, sewing supplies and essential oils were in one space. Just a thought. 🫶🏽And curtain off the washing machine and dryer and have one small unit to store tools.

[@karenmcneill2602]

The painting @12:01 is beautiful!!! Did your Dad paint her or your Grandma????

[@nnagildan8455]

The portrait of the young lady at 12.01. Strong family resemblance there - your mum? Or Nana? I started on my parents kitchen yesterday. We managed, by reorganising and decluttering, to clear out one cupboard. My Mum is stunned. Thanks for your inspiration 🙏

[@mimishimaineko1173]

Progress is measured in tiny steps that add up to an impressive result!!!

[@SpaceMakerMethod]

💛💛

[@H2G24life]

I know its long in the past, and youve even come back for a season 2, but those two cloests in the craft room, I wonder if they need to stay closets? why knock out the doors/wall between and just have more floor space and shelves there.

[@judenebaer9997]

That space is really amazing in a short time. See you next time

[@SpaceMakerMethod]

Can’t wait!! Thanks for coming back each Sunday!

[@nancycosgrove4005]

Awesome!

[@Tinamar65]

You helped so much people already! Do you ever wonder how/if they do keep up? 🤔

[@GoingGreenMom]

Rofl, I am putting the old bathroom tiles onto my kitchen floor today. Lol

[@WhitneyKerr]

omg I just bought that exact same happy face planter less than a month ago :)

[@nancygoodin7588]

Wow i use to live in san angelo move to ky 2017 use to live on Wyoming street

[@SpaceMakerMethod]

that's crazy!!

[@donnamaco1]

I have started a large filing cabinet with my mother, dad and little brother's papers. They died one after the other. My grandmother also died during this time, but no paperwork involved. tuff.

[@SpaceMakerMethod]

My mom was saying that same thing… the amount of medical paperwork and just life paperwork accumulated from a family members death is A LOT to go through and A LOT of paperwork in general.

[@robinwiebler9838]

Question for you, in one of your videos you said how much you dislike fake plants. What do you recommend for extremely high places in the bathroom I have 2 shelfs areas above the doors. I thought plants to give the bathroom some color and spa feeling. I need a ladder to reach that area so live plants would be difficult. I enjoy your channel.

[@bgholmq]

Oooh I would also like to know. I have a similar very dark corner.

[@lindaisserlis6550]

Hey Robin! That’s her opinion on fake plants. Fake plants have a place and a purpose. I was a decorator for years and to this day I have fake plants in my house. Buy what you like. Maybe cascading down a little. Put them in some pretty pots. Our homes should reflect what we like. What makes us happy. Add other things you like. Maybe large shells, ceramics you enjoy, glass jars filled with vase fillers that I’ve seen at Target. My one suggestion, scale. Go for it!!

[@SpaceMakerMethod]

I probably said that about fake plants when I was in Korea 🤣 and we didn’t have any good fake options. But there are a ton here! I’m a huge believe in adding green wherever you can and honestly, fake plants are sometimes better if you have pets at home anyway! I’d say go for it! And if it’s high up, no one will really notice!

[@robinwiebler9838]

@@SpaceMakerMethod thank you for your response. After the master bathroom renovations are done I’ll rethink my options, since I have live plants through out my house I think the fake plants will work. Thinking about a Boston fern or snake plant in a colorful ceramic planter for a pop of color. I enjoy your videos and thank you for responding.

[@robinwiebler9838]

@@lindaisserlis6550 thank you for responding, waiting for the renovations to be done for purchasing anything. I like the idea of fake plants with ceramic planters for a burst of color.

[@ap85jp87]

I noticed that your Mom and Mother-in-law have a lot of Longaberger baskets - me too! Oh, what to do?

[@SpaceMakerMethod]

We try to reuse them for organizing where possible, give extras to friends or donate. Tho I have seen some at antique stores but they tend to not sell for much, so I’m not sure it’s be worth your time. I think your best bet is to use them as organizers while and after decluttering and organizing!

[@koko137591]

🖐🏼🙂

[@SpaceMakerMethod]

😍

[@denetriawright9100]

Ha we’re😉 waiting on you and the Gorillaboo girl to get engaged and married what happened? Mtj with his fathering skills got this on 🔐!!…

[@jackandlill]

April - I wish you would show the before & after of your in laws LR in your opening.....like you do the other space you show from Korea. Just a thought! Love this series & your channel ♥ Can't wait to see what you do next & hope that you are able to get everything in order that you need to go abroad - sooner rather than later!

[@spicybrown75]

I'm so disappointed that you guys decluttered but then went and bought stuff again.

[@SpaceMakerMethod]

As I said, they were items that she didn’t have or that needed to be replaced.

[@AlNisa21]

There’s no way your parents accumulated the majority of that stuff in only 2 years of the pandemic. That looks like many years of accumulating and never decluttering.

[@fabigrossi2976]

They did not, it's stuff from family members.

[@SpaceMakerMethod]

And I forgot to mention, they’ve lived in this same place for about 40 years and raised their kids here too so it’s got a lot of wear and accumulation with in!

[@dniki2152]

@@SpaceMakerMethod I don't know why people are do quick to critique. Your parent's home only has things that were used and loved by family members. It has to let ho of things when you have had to let go of do many people you 😍loved. You are doing sth very difficult n doing great. Thank you for sharing and helping others.

[@michelepastele5347]

I certainly don't consider myself a minimalist, but the amount of 'stuff' your parents have is RIDICULOUS! Have they waited years just so you could take time out of your life to help them 'grow up' and throw out and recycle things? Something is emotionally really out of kilter with people who have to save everything like this. It's just GROSS. There is a university department in California that documented American families and their obsession with stuff ... your parents' place is only a few hours away from filling up the showers with six feet of junk. I would STRONGLY recommend that your parents seek a good 'hoarders' therapist to address what is going on with them emotionally. I am saying this respectfully, but this is OUT OF CONTROL considering their ages!!

[@jenniferwright8355]

Oh please. I know genuine hoarders, this house is nothing like it.

[@SpaceMakerMethod]

Actually I don’t think there’s anything respectful in your remarks. They’ve lived in this house for 40 years and when you never go though your stuff, it all accumulates. And to address your “there’s something emotionally wrong” with them, they dealt 4 family deaths all back to back before the pandemic hit, 1 of which would be unbearable for any parent. So yes, there is a lot of emotion stored in this room, a lot of which she’s processing while the camera isn’t on. Please don’t be rude on my channel.

[@dniki2152]

Why word your thoughts like that?

[@sheila3936]

It’s been mentioned in every video in the series that a good portion of that room were possessions of family members who passed. Everyone grieves in their own way and time. Your lack of empathy is astounding. Apart from that, it seems pretty standard for people with passions and hobbies to accumulate related stuff. Sewing can definitely be one of those space consuming passions. I’m impressed how much her mom was willing and able to purge. Lovely team work throughout the videos.

[@ScoutFinch88]

Rounding the corner past the ugly part into seeing your progress and all that open space is always so satisfying! 🤍✌🏼