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Hosting a Joy-Filled Decluttering Yard Sale
Eleanor Brooks May 10, 2025

You’ve done it. You’ve thanked, sorted, and joy-checked your way through every room of your home. Now, you’re left with a collection of once-loved items ready for their next chapter. Instead of sending them straight to donation centres or recycling bins, why not create a celebration of letting go — and maybe make a little Read More

How to Let Go of Sentimental Items with KonMari
Eleanor Brooks May 4, 2025

Have you ever opened a forgotten drawer only to find old birthday cards, trinkets from holidays, or a slightly crumpled school award, and suddenly found yourself frozen, unsure whether to keep or toss? You’re not alone. Letting go of sentimental items can feel like an emotional minefield, and for many, it’s the hardest part of Read More

How to Maintain a Clutter-Free Home Long-Term
Eleanor Brooks May 2, 2025

You’ve put in the hard work — the piles are gone, the spaces gleam, and your home finally feels like a sanctuary. But maintaining that peace? That’s where the real art lies. Many people find that after a successful decluttering spree, the clutter slowly creeps back. The good news? With strategic routines and mindset shifts, Read More

Minimalist Storage Ideas That Spark Joy
Eleanor Brooks May 2, 2025

Imagine opening your wardrobe, kitchen cabinet, or hallway closet and feeling immediate calm. No chaotic piles. No frantic searching. Just a clear, simple space where everything has its place and purpose. That’s the magic of minimalist storage — and when inspired by KonMari storage solutions, it becomes even more powerful. It’s not about stripping your Read More

How to Create a Personal Joy Checklist for Decluttering
Eleanor Brooks April 29, 2025

Decluttering isn’t just about getting rid of things — it’s about uncovering what truly makes you feel alive, supported, and at peace in your own home. Using a personal joy checklist during the decluttering process allows you to reconnect with your authentic self and turn tidying into a transformative journey. Inspired by the renowned KonMari Read More

Organising Hobby Spaces with Joy
Eleanor Brooks April 29, 2025

Imagine stepping into your hobby space — whether it’s a craft room, a garage workshop, or a cosy reading nook — and feeling an immediate spark of inspiration. No digging through piles of forgotten supplies, no battling clutter just to find your tools or materials. Just pure, undiluted joy. That’s the magic of applying the Read More

Organising Family Spaces with Joy and Harmony
Eleanor Brooks April 26, 2025

Imagine walking into your family room and feeling an overwhelming sense of calm rather than chaos. With toys neatly stored, books lovingly displayed, and every cushion in its rightful place, your living space becomes a true sanctuary. Sounds idyllic, right? In busy households, family room decluttering can feel like an endless battle. But by embracing Read More

Organising Your Home Office with the KonMari Method
Eleanor Brooks April 23, 2025

Imagine opening the door to your home office and feeling instantly energised and inspired. No messy stacks of paper, no tangled cords underfoot, no mystery items shoved into drawers “just in case.” Instead, every item in the room has a purpose, a place, and a meaning. That’s the magic of home office organisation using the Read More

Decluttering After Loss: Honouring Memories Mindfully
Eleanor Brooks April 21, 2025

Decluttering is never just about tidying objects; it’s about processing emotions, memories, and life chapters. When it comes to sorting through a loved one’s belongings after loss, the process becomes deeply personal and often overwhelming. Whether you’ve recently experienced grief or are supporting someone else through it, approaching grief decluttering with mindfulness, compassion, and a Read More

The KonMari Way to Organise Storage Units
Eleanor Brooks April 17, 2025

Imagine opening your rented storage unit and instantly knowing where everything is. No battling through toppled boxes. No digging through forgotten piles. Just an organised space that supports your life, rather than weighing it down. Storage units can be a blessing when used intentionally, or a black hole for clutter when they’re not. That’s where Read More