In this podcast Lesley talks to Kate Ibbotson, Yorkshire based professional organiser and owner of A Tidy Mind, about decluttering and organising children's toys. For detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 17, 2019•47 min•Ep. 33
We discuss the special things that form part of our children's lives and how we can distinguish quality over quantity so we don't become overwhelmed with sentimental items. For detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 10, 2019•39 min•Ep. 32
Garages end up being dumping grounds for lots of random stuff that no longer lives in your home. In this podcast Lesley and Ingrid chat about how to declutter, sort and organise your garage. For detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 03, 2019•37 min•Ep. 31
Moving house is considered one of the most stressful things in life! In this podcast Lesley and Ingrid talk about how to plan a house move and all things that need to be sorted and done to make it go as smoothly as possible. For detailed show notes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 26, 2019•35 min•Ep. 30
In this episode we are talking to guest expert Nadia Arbach from Clear The Decks in Oxford. Nadia is a professional declutterer, creativity coach, host of the “Declutter and Organize Your Sewing Space “ podcast and creator of four online courses. We talk about the 7 habits that crafters typically have that cause clutter in their creative work spaces and what the solutions are to these habits. For detailed show notes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party s...
Apr 19, 2019•43 min•Ep. 29
Does your under stairs cupboard look like a tardis? In this podcast Lesley and Ingrid talk about how to take back control of your under stairs cupboard. We talk about what we have found in under stairs cupboards, what the general problems are and how you can sort it! For detailed show notes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 12, 2019•23 min•Ep. 28
In this episode, Ingrid and Lesley talk about the benefits of hiring a Professional Organiser to help you in your home, what to expect, what to ask and how they can help you. For detailed show notes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 11, 2019•32 min•Ep. 27
In this episode, Lesley talks to friend and personal stylist, Colette Ali. Colette discusses the importance of feeling good in all the clothes in your wardrobe, how we should research before we shop, why buying quality is a must, the importance of looking after your clothes and the need to understand your own body shape. For detailed show notes visit declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more ab...
Mar 29, 2019•27 min•Ep. 26
Do you want to organise your wardrobe like a pro? In this podcast Lesley and Ingrid chat about what you can do to create a beautiful looking wardrobe. We talk about different hangers, whether to hang or fold, how to create categories and how to make sure your wardrobe works for you. Don’t micro-organise, but create a system that makes sense to you and works with the space you have. For detailed show notes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for...
Mar 22, 2019•28 min•Ep. 25
In this podcast, Lesley talks to Liz Law from Let Liz Clean Up Your Clutter. Liz is a professional Ebay seller and manages the Ebay sales process for clients from start to finish. When we declutter our homes, often we have certain items that still have value and could potentially be sold. Ebay is often the place that people go to sell their stuff but is it worth it. But should do the selling yourself and if so, how do you manage that in the most efficient, effective way? For detailed show notes ...
Mar 15, 2019•30 min•Ep. 24
In this podcast Lesley and Ingrid chat about the most efficient way to declutter a wardrobe. We share a step by step process with our listeners so you can follow this plan when you are going to declutter your wardrobes. Our tried and tested process makes for a good plan when you’re ready to start your sorting. For detailed show notes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad...
Mar 08, 2019•27 min•Ep. 23
In today’s episode Lesley and Ingrid are talking about the psychology behind decluttering clothes. For some people decluttering their clothes is very hard to do and a lot of emotions are connected to it. Lifestyle changes, fluctuations in weight, too many of the same type of clothing, feeling guilty and sentimental items are all reasons why decluttering clothes can be daunting. For detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for anal...
Mar 01, 2019•34 min•Ep. 22
In today's episode Lesley and Ingrid talk about command centre organising. A command centre is a central area in your home where whoever is involved in managing daily and weekly planning and routines keeps all the important stuff together. This place is very often in the kitchen but we'll discuss different options of where this command centre can be and what things you would find there. For detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services...
Feb 22, 2019•19 min•Ep. 21
In this episode we are talking to guest expert Juliet Landau-Pope from JLP Coach, who’s a mentor, editor, consultant and author of 2 books. Juliet is an expert in procrastination and has written “what’s your excuse for not being more productive”. We talk about overcoming your excuses, stop procrastinating and getting things done. For detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn...
Feb 15, 2019•48 min•Ep. 20
How to declutter a kitchen like a pro! The kitchen is the heart of the home and an important room to get right. Lesley and Ingrid chat about accessibility, compromising and logic when you are decluttering your kitchen. For detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 08, 2019•25 min•Ep. 19
One of the main benefits of having decluttered and organised paperwork is that you can save a heap of money. Lesley and Ingrid talk through a list of options that you can try, to save your hard earned cash. For detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 01, 2019•25 min•Ep. 17
Today’s episode is all about Marie Kondo. Her new show Tidying Up on Netflix has everyone talking about decluttering and organising. Lesley and Ingrid chat about her methodology (clothes, books, paper, komono and sentimental items), folding clothes and the meaning of spark joy. For detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com...
Jan 25, 2019•33 min•Ep. 18
In this episode we are talking to guest expert Anne Blumer from Solutions for You and author of Mastering the Business of Organizing. Anne has created a 5 Steps to Organizing Process and she also shares her 10 organizing principles. In this episode we also discuss why decluttering memorabilia is so hard and what questions you can ask yourself when decluttering. For detailed show notes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - ...
Jan 18, 2019•59 min•Ep. 16
Today's episode is all about how long you need to keep paperwork in your filing system. Lesley and I discuss the different categories of paperwork and how long we keep them. Decide what your own comfort zone is and how long you feel comfortable keeping paperwork. Some people want to go paperless, while others want to keep everything for 7-10 years. There is no right or wrong way as long as it’s all organised and you can find it when you need it. For detailed show notes go to declutterhub.com/the...
Jan 11, 2019•41 min•Ep. 15
In this episode we are talking about the 10 top tips to start you on your decluttering journey in 2019. Having a plan, being realistic, getting started, choosing your destination and organising for your lifestyle are just a few of the topics being discussed. These 10 top tips are an ideal starting point if you have made decluttering your New Year’s resolution. For detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - ht...
Jan 04, 2019•24 min•Ep. 14
In today's episode, Lesley talks to two friends who embarked on a challenge to change their clothes shopping behaviours. We talk about the psychology of shopping, the details of their challenge and most importantly what they learnt from the process and whether they would recommend it for anyone who wants to challenge themselves in the New Year. For detailed show notes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.c...
Dec 28, 2018•26 min•Ep. 13
It's the final countdown until Christmas! We realise that there are still lots of things to do, but if you plan your tasks you will be finished on time. In this episode Lesley and I will be talking you through the last minute preparations, so you're ready to enjoy this magical time of year. For detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podca...
Dec 14, 2018•27 min•Ep. 12
Your bathroom is one of the smallest, but most important spaces of your home. It always surprises us how long it takes to sort through lotions, potions, perfumes and makeup, but the payback in time and money is worth it. In this episode we discuss the key things to remember when you declutter your bathroom. For detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad cho...
Nov 30, 2018•26 min•Ep. 11
In today's episode Lesley and Ingrid chat about planning ahead for a super organised Christmas. December is always a very busy time of year, so we like to get stuff done in November so you can enjoy the holiday season. For more detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 15, 2018•28 min•Ep. 10
Guest interview with Leslie Josel, owner of Order Out of Chaos, and a global expert in ADHD and chronic disorganisation. Leslie explains that she works a lot with students who struggle with space, stuff, but mainly time manangement. For detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 06, 2018•51 min•Ep. 9
Our guest today is Jo Middleton, who was a client at The Clutter Fairy. It's important that we get perspectives on decluttering from people who have had clutter and disorganisation in their lives and have turned a corner. For detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 03, 2018•23 min•Ep. 8
Our guest today is Jasmine Sleigh, Owner of Change Your Space, based in Devon. Since 2014, Jasmine has been working with local councils, social services, mental health teams, and the Fire Service with clients who are living in dangerously full homes. She has worked with many people who have a pronounced hoarding issue in their homes, sorting their belongings and making spaces safer. For detailed show notes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services fo...
Nov 03, 2018•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 7
In today's episode we are discussing all the paperwork that lands on your doormat, comes in via school bags and work bags and how to deal with it. If you have a stack of papers in your kitchen, your hallway, your living room or on your desk, this is the episode for you. For detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoic...
Nov 03, 2018•24 min•Ep. 6
In this podcast episode Lesley and Ingrid explain why November is such a great month to declutter to prepare for the holiday season. For detailed show notes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 03, 2018•20 min•Ep. 5
Both Ingrid and Lesley have worked in hundreds of home and feeling guilty plays a big part in holding people back from success in decluttering their homes. In this podcast we discuss the reason why people hold onto things and what they can do to shift the feeling of guilt. For detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adch...
Nov 01, 2018•19 min•Ep. 4
