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Why Cookie Cutter Doesn’t Work for Organizing

December 20, 2020 by kaitlynloos No Comments

Save the cookie cutter for your fave holiday treats, because it doesn’t work with organizing.

Since I’ve been diving into more work with decluttering and organizing, I’ve tried ALL sorts of protocols. As a natural type three “order seeker” from my Decluttering Personality Type Quiz, I’m a connoisseur of all things organization (methods, books, etc.). But it didn’t all work for me. I believe the best way to create new, workable systems is to chart your own path. Read on to see five reasons why cookie cutter doesn’t work for organizing, in my opinion.

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Top 3 Reasons to Collaborate with a Designer

October 27, 2020 by kaitlynloos No Comments

Still feeling the stress of prepping your home for the holidays? Is it time to call a designer? I’m not shy about telling the truth or my opinion as it relates to anything with home design. So to continue that spirit of total transparency – this blog has info for my services in it. But I wouldn’t be sharing it if I didn’t think it could genuinely help so many of you right now. Before we get to that, let me share the top three (3) reasons to collaborate with a designer so you can decide first if it’s what you need.

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10 Designer Inspired Organization Ideas

October 23, 2020 by kaitlynloos No Comments

For any given category of home items, there’s SO many different ways to organize any given one. If you took my recent Decluttering Personality Type Quiz, I’ve received feedback that just taking it has inspired decluttering projects. As a type 3, I’m a closet connoisseur of organization inspo of all kinds. So in wanting to share some visually stunning organization ideas with you, I went to search the entirety of my Pinterest boards, and had pages and pages of options. From there, I selected my top 10 favorites that I felt were 1) beautiful, 2) practical, and 3) repeatable. And spoiler alert, most of them were created by fellow designers and professional organizers. So if you’re all amped up to tackle a closet or a whole room this weekend, here’s my 10 BEST designer inspired organization ideas for your viewing pleasure!

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Budget Home Essentials – Holiday Edition

October 20, 2020 by kaitlynloos No Comments

So my very first blog post “Where to Shop Budget Home Essentials” is definitely one of my most referenced articles on this whole site. This is probably because it’s SO on-brand for what I do for people. The process goes a little something like this… 1) I need something for my house or a client project. 2) I end up shopping between 2-7 different stores and give myself a total headache until I find something that I’m satisfied with the price and quality. 3) I share where I found said “thing” and why you should shop for similar items there. 4) You benefit from my picky and budget-friendly ways. So I thought I’d put together a similar list for the holidays for you, because if there’s any time of year you’d like to save a little money to use elsewhere, it’s now! Back by popular “demand”, I present the Budget Home Essentials – Holiday Edition list!

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What’s Your Decluttering Personality Type?

October 13, 2020 by kaitlynloos No Comments

Today I want to talk about something that might be a little taboo in our homes this time of year. And it’s the frankly one of the biggest barriers I find people have when designing the home of their dreams. It might be a dirty word to some, but clutter is clutter is clutter. Let’s call it what it is! But I’m offering a bit of a different perspective. Because although I design homes for a living, I’m by no means a master at organization. In fact, when I was in kindergarten, I wanted to be an ice skater/painter/writer/dog trainer for the blind. Um hello, none of these dreams involved decluttering a house. I’m a creative type, so I’m motivated to make things prettier and easier. And I love to learn about processes for organization and some of the mentalities behind it. From my experience, I’m hypothesizing there’s five primary decluttering personality types.

Are you curious to find out yours? Keep reading to get more background on this theory or you can jump to the quiz now!

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Is it Too Late to Start Home Projects for the Holidays?

October 7, 2020 by kaitlynloos No Comments

Hi friends! I hope you’re having a great week. Today I wanted to give a totally honest answer to the big question of “is it too late to start home projects for the holidays?”

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What’s IN & What’s OUT in 2020 Pt. 2

September 24, 2020 by kaitlynloos No Comments

So the follow up to What’s In and What’s Out Pt. 1 was a little challenging in sourcing the images for the what’s out examples. While there’s no problem whatsoever showing what we ripped out or changed in our current home, I hesitate to show client “before” photos. Or even pictures from other bloggers if we’re going to slap my “OUT OF STYLE” label on it! But it’s important to visually show you the differences of what’s in and out of style. Below is part two of my list of the top 10 design trends people are getting the heck out of their homes/lives in 2020.

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Is Your Home Ready for the Holidays?

September 19, 2020 by kaitlynloos No Comments

December is historically my favorite month of the whole year – but it can be a lot! It can feel like three months crammed into one. In my event planning and interior design experience, I’ve learned a little prep goes a LONG way. Especially this time of year! But I’m noticing many folks having unrealistic expectations of what projects can be completed before the big “game days.” And this can add to unnecessary stress! So today I’m issuing this check-in quiz with straight-forward answers on whether your home is ready for the holidays or not. [Click to skip my back-story and jump to Is Your Home Ready for the Holidays quiz now!]

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Holiday Weekend Shopping & the Diderot Effect

September 5, 2020 by kaitlynloos No Comments

Happy Labor Day Weekend, friends! I hope you are spending some time safely with those closest to you, relaxing and savoring the extra time off.  If you’re like me and you’re hitting any of the Labor Day sales at furniture/decor stores this weekend, I have a few quick tips for holiday weekend shopping & some info on the Diderot Effect.

Photo from Matter Brothers in Pinellas Park
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What’s IN & What’s OUT in 2020 Pt. 1

September 2, 2020 by kaitlynloos No Comments

There’s a gal I watch on Youtube who creates videos along the lines of “things in your closet to throw away right now.” And I can’t help but respect the boldness of that! Especially in 2020; nobody’s got time to dance around what they can’t stand in their homes. So I’ve reviewed my recent interior design projects and created a list of the top 10 design trends people are getting the heck out of their lives in 2020. Read on to see part one of what’s IN and what’s OUT in 2020.

Let’s take out the trash!
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I love how this master bathroom from @theivorylane I love how this master bathroom from @theivorylane seamlessly incorporates the built-in shelving above the soaker tub. It’s always a great idea to invest in design elements that help keep you organized! 🛁 Are you ready to prioritize yourself this year and create restful and organized spaces in your home? We’re having another preview for the Decluttering by Design 90-day challenge this weekend! And up to three attendees who RSVP in advance will win a special bonus giveaway to make your results even sweeter. 🎉Tap through my bio linktree to sign up! 📸 from @theivorylane #declutterbydesign #declutteringbydesign #bathroom #bathroomdesign #shelfstyling #bathroomremodel #bathroominspo #declutter #decluttering #declutteryourlife #declutteryourhome #decluttered #decluttertips #decluttered #declutteringtips #declutterlikeamother #minimalism #minimalisthome #konmari #thelifechangingmagicoftidyingup #mariekondo #mariekondomethod #organization #organized #organizingtips #organizedhome #clutter #cleartheclutter #declutterchallenge #bathtub #bathroomorganization
Sometimes decluttering your clothes turns into a s Sometimes decluttering your clothes turns into a side hustle! Check out my IG live chat from yesterday to learn more about ways you can resell your unwanted items and give them a whole new life! #declutteringbydesign #declutterbydesign #poshmark #clothesdeclutter #closetcleanout #declutter #decluttering #poshmarkseller #reselling #resellingtips #minimalism #clearyourspace #clutter #konmari #closetedit #mariekondomethod #clothes #clothesdeclutter #edit #organizedcloset #poshmarksales #poshpackages #declutteryourlife #declutterlikeamother #declutteryourhome #declutterchallenge
The Decluttering by Design 90-day challenge starts The Decluttering by Design 90-day challenge starts in just 16 days and I totally feel it! This program is built for women who are sick and tired of the problems that come with clutter. Whether that’s losing items that throw a wrench in your routines, not having a proper space focus on work, or getting into constant fights with your family members about who-moved-what. Or...all of the above. If you’re ready to take back your home this year and create spaces that support your 2021 goals, I’m ready for you!Tap my bio link tree or kaitlynloos.com/decluttering-by-design/ to register for FREE preview tomorrow at 11 a.m. EST#declutterbydesign #2021 #2021goals #goals #nomoreclutter #declutteringbydesign #declutter #decluttering #declutteryourlife #declutteryourhome #decluttered #decluttertips #decluttered #declutteringtips #declutterlikeamother #minimalism #minimalisthome #konmari #thelifechangingmagicoftidyingup #mariekondo #mariekondomethod #organization #organized #organizingtips #organizedhome #clutter #cleartheclutter #declutterchallenge
Trends like open shelving and glass cabinets tie b Trends like open shelving and glass cabinets tie back to minimalism because it emphasizes only keeping matching sets and items you absolutely love. I loved creating this kitchen design last year to help modernize and create a new space for my client’s family to connect. Need help clearing the clutter in your kitchen? The Declutter by Design 90-day challenge starts in just 17 days! 😱Check out my bio link tree or kaitlynloos.com/decluttering-by-design/ to register for the challenge today!#declutterbydesign #kitchen #kitchendesign #kitchenideas #kitchenisland #declutter #decluttering #declutteryourlife #declutteryourhome #decluttered #decluttertips #decluttered #declutteringtips #declutterlikeamother #minimalism #minimalisthome #konmari #thelifechangingmagicoftidyingup #mariekondo #mariekondomethod #organization #organized #organizingtips #organizedhome #clutter #cleartheclutter #declutterchallenge
With a lack of closet space at our new place, I’ With a lack of closet space at our new place, I’m likely going to be investing in some sort of IKEA wardrobe system during my Decluttering by Design challenge time. But now I can’t UNSEE this grand inspiration from @danakminterior as shared by @lonestarsouthern 😍Maybe my new office will be a more fully integrated #cloffice (closet and office combination)...👩🏻‍💻💁🏻‍♀️I certainly have enough clothes for it! 🤣Do you have any closet organization goals this year? Let me know in the comments! #declutterbydesign #organizing #organized #closetinspiration #wardrobe #closet #decluttering #declutteryourlife #cloffice #declutteryourhome #decluttered #decluttertips #decluttered #declutteringtips #ikeapax #closetorganization #organizationinspiration #organizationinspo #princesscloset #declutterlikeamother #minimalism #minimalisthome #konmari  #organization #dreamcloset #organizingtips #organizedhome #clearspaceclearmind #spaceclearing #cleartheclutter #declutterchallenge
It’s so funny how a move can play games with our It’s so funny how a move can play games with our energy and emotions. One minute you feel like Hercules and the next minute you feel overwhelmed and ready for a 5-day nap. 😴As my designer friend Wania reminded me: “it’s the clutter!” @livingstoriesdesignstudio (You are the best!🙏)In the Declutter by Design challenge we’ll be focusing a LOT on setting goals for progress in the right direction, and NOT perfection. This is because progress creates its own momentum and can lead to better results than you can even imagine. I love this progress photo a client shared with me from #quarantine. Even though the full plan wasn’t completely executed at the time of the photo, the progress was palpable. And feeling really good for both sides! Where are you wanting to make progress in your home? #declutterbydesign #declutter #decluttering #declutteryourlife #declutteryourhome #decluttered #decluttertips #decluttered #declutteringtips #declutterlikeamother #moving #minimalism #minimalisthome  #movingtips #bedroom #bedroominspo #konmari #thelifechangingmagicoftidyingup #mariekondo #mariekondomethod #organization #organized #organizingtips #organizedhome #clearspaceclearmind #spaceclearing #clutter #cleartheclutter #declutterchallenge
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