Sophia, you are doing an amazing job. I've been decluttering this year as well. I would do your challenge, but it would take me a lot more than 30 days and 30 bags to get rid of my clutter. I have a pen habit too. I think they multiply when I'm not looking. I understand how exhausting this process has been for you. Not just all the work making the videos, but also the emotional exhaustion of having to make all the decisions on what to keep. My Mom passed away 16 years ago and I'm just now going through all of her boxes. It's been bittersweet reliving memories and getting rid of things that I just have no reason to keep. Keep going, Sophia. You're quite an inspiration to a lot of us.
Hi, Sophia. I love all office supplies, and pens most of all! I have started coloring in coloring books (adult version, not kiddo style) and I bought 60 ink gel pens of many different colors. Metallic, neon, pastel, glitter. Plus dozens of color pencils. I am right there with ya, Sophia. Love your videos!
Hi Sophia. I love the idea of you putting the doilies in a photo frame and use them as art. It would be beautiful. Still having your special things but using them in a different way. So glad your not getting rid of any of your pens. ENJOY THEM! great job. xxx
Sophia, I have moved many, many, many times and each time I got rid of more and more stuff, making each subsequent move a little easier, to the point that I don't even keep little knick knacks anymore (plus now I don't have to dust them). My biggest issue is papers! Right now I have papers on my kitchen table, on my couch, on my dresser in my craft room, and I'm sure, one more place. It is snowing here today so my goal is to spend the day organizing, filing, shredding, and recycling everything. Wish me luck!
Sophia your crochet work was truly beautiful. I love lace doilies and I have many that my Grandmother made which I just cannot part with. My Grandmother would be 134 years old now, so her work is so precious to me. You are doing so well with your purging, a much stronger woman than me. I am hoping some of your guidance with kick me into gear!! Thank you.
Sophia your crochet is beautiful! I completely understand the pen hoard. I have 4 Waterman fountain pens that I adore. I have many colorful pens for my planner that I use and that make me very happy! You are doing a great job!!!
I saw this wonderful idea to frame the vintage doilies. i guess u might have already seen it, just reminded me of that.. just stumbling upon ur videos as i am decluttering myself. Wonderful to listen to you. Have a great day..
I think you're doing awesome! Like you said, "we all have something that floats our boat". I can totally relate because I have an office supply fetish--lol! Like you, I have three floors to my house so I need stuff on each floor, because I don't want to keep running up and down the stairs when I need something. BTW love all your pens in the basket.
Lol I've actually seen you throw pens away before. I think the basket of colorful markers/pens is very pretty sitting on your desk. It's very decorative. Sophia you're doing a great job. By the way, if you ever decide to part with any of your lace doilies I would be more than happy to buy them from you...I'm serious. Great video.
I loved seeing your stitchery, it's my hobby. But I understand the "burden" of where to store supplies etc. during the down times when I just am not picking it up and giving it my time. You're doing great on the challenge and I'm enjoying your videos very much!
I totally understand your love of pens. I totally hoard and love pens along with all things stationery. I have pen pals and love to write letters to friends in other countries/states. I just decluttered a bunch of pens but I feel a small bit of regret. So I now understand what you mean by it's ok to keep the stuff you love and enjoy.
Great job! When I did my purses (I love my purse 3 totes full) I was so overwhelmed I had to walk way and come back the next day, but I did it! Now I have one tote half full. And it does feels good. Thanks for challenge!
decluttering the office...I love all things stationary and office supply. so I totally understand. thank you for sharing your journey! you are doing an amazing job! I think the doilies would look nice framed.
I totally understand you. I love pens, markers, pencils...yeah anything I can write with. I love office supply things. Awe Melody is a sweetheart. She is my girl, I adore her. I think you did awesome. You got rid of quiet a bit. That's my opinion. Love you bunches. xoxo
I too have lots of pens lol, black abd blue pens, colored gel pens (which I love!) Fabric pens, metallic pens, white ink pebs, and black sharpies (need to get me some colored ones lol) chalk markers, calligrapy pens. 😊 I use mine too! I get teased too Sophia lol but guess who everyone asks for a pen when they need one 😉. I think you are doing a FABULOUS job of de- cluttering!!! Love you to bits!!! I saved your xmas card too from your xmas card exchange lol, yessss I save cards, special ones from certain people for bdays ect. Lol
:-))) totally get it with the pens...and stationary in general...and...and...and...many other things!!! (for me) such a great job you are doing!!! and I love seeing the process because it does help!
Oh my Sophia whoever you donate that crochet to, the doilie would be so blessed. and SO lucky. Also, while I'm cleaning my areas today I found instead of pens, I have bobbie pins every. where. LOL Don't feel bad about it. I'm like this with yarn. I could open a yarn shop. LOL
hey Sophia, I'm catching up from the week. I so enjoy your videos. I have just cleaned out part of a room. I watch an episode and then I go again. LOL You are an inspiration. That gorgoeous doily your mother made, just an idea you can put a color paper in a large picture frame that would match your room and actually frame this. I did this once with a family heirloom and it really shows off the stitches and adds texture and cotnrast to the room. I'm a stitcher and knitter and I find that knitting is almost like meditation and relaxes me. There are studeis many of them that use knitting or crocheting from therapy. I know you said you were stressed alot and just thought I would share my thoughts. Your pineapple one is gorgeous. Could fram for the kitchen?
I love pens too Sophia!! i don't have a large collection yet but yesterday, when you found that check and got excited for the new ink joy pens it made me laugh because i have been waiting for some money to buy those!!! Seriously, you should start doing pen reviews and scratch tests!
How can one lady have so much talent, that's what I would like to know! Your crochet was beautiful but if you don't want to make them, that's OK! Love you basket of colorful pens but do you still have that box or bag of old pens and pencils? Just curious. LOL !!! Keep up the good work Sophia!! Love having a video to watch everyday !
Pens are a true addiction my desk drawers are full of baggies filled with cute pens and the desk also has large spinner full of pens/markers/pencils. Keep the pens they add a beautiful pop of color to your surroundings.
Today, i plan to get in my pantry and throw away a lot of stuff! Its become the pantry/ storage/ closet 😳. Sophia are you still going to post vid #3 of the back entryway and the finish look of the master bathroom tiles?
Sophia, I agree you don't have to get rid of what you like, just don't bring new pens into your house until you have used all that you have. Remember you also have that huge zippie in the end table in your living room. I think that is the point of purging, only keeping what you can use.
A chaque fois que je regarde une de tes vidéos je me mets à ranger... c'est contagieux! merci pour toutes ces vidéos super motivantes 😊. Moi aussi j'adore les stylos! hi hi 😁 bravo à toi !
I wish I loved pens as much as you do! I have 5 colorful ones in my purse to use for my agenda and I only have 1 pen in the house that I use for signing my daughters school papers and writing down to do list and grocery lists too it's funny how I have yet to loose this 1 pen I have in the house!I also don't have an office since we live in a small apartment so bc I love this challenge I wanted to just walk around my apartment and got rid of what I saw out in the open that I didn't use! even if was just simply trash!
Thank You for Your commitment to Your audience, Sophia. It's okay if You just don't have enough time to post a video every day, or You are too tired, or You just need time with Your family, or You just don't feel like it. We will be here when You do. :)
I'll defend you some on keeping more than the average home for pens, markers, highlighters, small note-pads and post-it notes: one should have a mini note-taking or message center on every level of your home [Just as years ago one would have a phone & message center on each level of the home]. Makes sense.
The boxes of office supplies (pink and flowers I believe) in the office aren't the same as the 3 boxes in the boiler room (with pictures I believe) They would match perfectly in your shelves above the desk !
Maybe you can use shadow boxes on the wall for your heirloom crochet with a photo of who made them plus other things that remind you of them. Just trying help you.
Good for you. You should be able to keep the things that you enjoy and if that means keeping a ton of pens you go for it. We Love you. Keep it up you are a wonderful inspiration.
Do you ever use your phone calendar or reminders? I also am like you- I hoard pens and paper and have planners, yet practicality means my digital calendar is always with me. So I end up using both (not exactly efficient)... How about you? You don't use digital at all?
I love collecting things but am getting rid of a lot of stuff too. But what's the big deal about pens? You gotta have stuff in your house. It can't be a show room house or be bare!
I missed the pen hoarding jokes. Well we all have our issues, mine are candles. I admit I have too many and I'm paring down in this challenge. The office things I don't have. I never used a lot of it and don't think I've spent $5 on post it notes. Candles are awesome!!!!!!
Hi...my name is Kelly and I'm a penoholic. I too can not throw away pens and I buy new ones every time I go shopping. But I love them and they bring me joy so I went apologize for it. :-)
Sophia I love your videos. One question though--why not have a box or container for trash and donations so you don't have to go back and put things in the trash or Ina bag for donation? Favorite part of the video--"I'm not a hoarder but I'm. Going to keep all the pens."
O.K. We'll let you keep your colorful pens. What about the pencils? I agree with everyone else, frame the doilies. You must get your talents from your mother. Will we meet her in a video when you go to France?
Sophia, you are doing an amazing job. I've been decluttering this year as well. I would do your challenge, but it would take me a lot more than 30 days and 30 bags to get rid of my clutter. I have a pen habit too. I think they multiply when I'm not looking. I understand how exhausting this process has been for you. Not just all the work making the videos, but also the emotional exhaustion of having to make all the decisions on what to keep. My Mom passed away 16 years ago and I'm just now going through all of her boxes. It's been bittersweet reliving memories and getting rid of things that I just have no reason to keep. Keep going, Sophia. You're quite an inspiration to a lot of us.
Hi, Sophia. I love all office supplies, and pens most of all! I have started coloring in coloring books (adult version, not kiddo style) and I bought 60 ink gel pens of many different colors. Metallic, neon, pastel, glitter. Plus dozens of color pencils. I am right there with ya, Sophia. Love your videos!
Hi Sophia. I love the idea of you putting the doilies in a photo frame and use them as art. It would be beautiful. Still having your special things but using them in a different way. So glad your not getting rid of any of your pens. ENJOY THEM! great job. xxx
Anyone who is brave enough to part with their beloved Corningware gets to keep their pens as a reward. That's a new rule. haha
oh I love this rule!
Sophia, I have moved many, many, many times and each time I got rid of more and more stuff, making each subsequent move a little easier, to the point that I don't even keep little knick knacks anymore (plus now I don't have to dust them). My biggest issue is papers! Right now I have papers on my kitchen table, on my couch, on my dresser in my craft room, and I'm sure, one more place. It is snowing here today so my goal is to spend the day organizing, filing, shredding, and recycling everything. Wish me luck!
Sophia your crochet work was truly beautiful. I love lace doilies and I have many that my Grandmother made which I just cannot part with. My Grandmother would be 134 years old now, so her work is so precious to me. You are doing so well with your purging, a much stronger woman than me. I am hoping some of your guidance with kick me into gear!! Thank you.
Sophia your crochet is beautiful! I completely understand the pen hoard. I have 4 Waterman fountain pens that I adore. I have many colorful pens for my planner that I use and that make me very happy! You are doing a great job!!!
I saw this wonderful idea to frame the vintage doilies. i guess u might have already seen it, just reminded me of that.. just stumbling upon ur videos as i am decluttering myself. Wonderful to listen to you. Have a great day..
OH the pens crack me up Sophia. It's like your Cryptonite! Loving the series, Sophia :)
Great Job, love the office declutter! So motivating. Don't forget about the computer desktop, you can consolidate icons into related folder icons.
A Rainbow of pens!!!!! So colorful:) You have them neatly organized plus that box is not full!!! Hahaha.
I think you're doing awesome! Like you said, "we all have something that floats our boat". I can totally relate because I have an office supply fetish--lol! Like you, I have three floors to my house so I need stuff on each floor, because I don't want to keep running up and down the stairs when I need something. BTW love all your pens in the basket.
Good for you pointing out that its ok to keep things that you enjoy and dont impede on your life.
Tfs & take care 🌹
Lol I've actually seen you throw pens away before. I think the basket of colorful markers/pens is very pretty sitting on your desk. It's very decorative. Sophia you're doing a great job. By the way, if you ever decide to part with any of your lace doilies I would be more than happy to buy them from you...I'm serious. Great video.
I have a love for pens and Sharpies too! I have an over-the-door shoe organizer that I use to corral my office supplies, labeled and everything.
I have framed my mom's doilies and added them to my gallery wall. Your cleaning videos are just so much fun-thanks!
I am loving the daily videos. I am going to have serious withdrawal when this challenge is over!!!
I loved seeing your stitchery, it's my hobby. But I understand the "burden" of where to store supplies etc. during the down times when I just am not picking it up and giving it my time. You're doing great on the challenge and I'm enjoying your videos very much!
I Love that you kept the pens. I think you can use them up and then discard when they use their usefulness.
I totally understand your love of pens. I totally hoard and love pens along with all things stationery. I have pen pals and love to write letters to friends in other countries/states. I just decluttered a bunch of pens but I feel a small bit of regret. So I now understand what you mean by it's ok to keep the stuff you love and enjoy.
this video made me smile, my oldest daughter has the same "love of pens" and I never got it! Glad to know she is not alone in her obsession! ;-)
It looks so nice, what a great job! I love books and office supplies too. They just feel like home to me. Another awesome day in the bag 😀
I love pens too! I got your back Sophia.
I love color. I think that's why I love pens. They don't take up much room, and they look beautiful. Keep the pens. Don't sweat the small stuff. :)
Sophia, you are rocking this challenge
Great job! When I did my purses (I love my purse 3 totes full) I was so overwhelmed I had to walk way and come back the next day, but I did it! Now I have one tote half full. And it does feels good. Thanks for challenge!
I'm actually jealous of your pens and organization of them. :) They are so beautiful and colorful in that basket!!
decluttering the office...I love all things stationary and office supply. so I totally understand. thank you for sharing your journey! you are doing an amazing job! I think the doilies would look nice framed.
You are the greatest....sometimes you just make me laugh...love it.
I totally understand you. I love pens, markers, pencils...yeah anything I can write with. I love office supply things. Awe Melody is a sweetheart. She is my girl, I adore her. I think you did awesome. You got rid of quiet a bit. That's my opinion. Love you bunches. xoxo
+Spanky Cola too bad I can't store it all or have a dumpster to actually how much it amounts to after 30 days
You could of weighed it as you went through it and seen how much trash at the end of the 30 days weighed that you got rid of. Lol
I love pens too. The little pads you out to recycle can go to school too. We teachers like those little pads.
I too have lots of pens lol, black abd blue pens, colored gel pens (which I love!) Fabric pens, metallic pens, white ink pebs, and black sharpies (need to get me some colored ones lol) chalk markers, calligrapy pens. 😊 I use mine too! I get teased too Sophia lol but guess who everyone asks for a pen when they need one 😉. I think you are doing a FABULOUS job of de- cluttering!!! Love you to bits!!! I saved your xmas card too from your xmas card exchange lol, yessss I save cards, special ones from certain people for bdays ect. Lol
Yeah!! Two videos in one day!!! Great job Sophia! And totally agree, if you love pens, and use them a lot why not keeping them?
Frame the crocheted doilies.
love love loooooove the crochet xx
:-))) totally get it with the pens...and stationary in general...and...and...and...many other things!!! (for me) such a great job you are doing!!! and I love seeing the process because it does help!
You have room for your pens now! That's the difference. You keep them, they obviously bring you joy...xxxx
Oh my Sophia whoever you donate that crochet to, the doilie would be so blessed. and SO lucky. Also, while I'm cleaning my areas today I found instead of pens, I have bobbie pins every. where. LOL Don't feel bad about it. I'm like this with yarn. I could open a yarn shop. LOL
Don't apologize for loving pens Sophia ! Just don't buy anymore for now, we're all so proud of you Sophia !
Lol Sophia! You are great! Yes don't get rid of your pens they are awesome!
hey Sophia, I'm catching up from the week. I so enjoy your videos. I have just cleaned out part of a room. I watch an episode and then I go again. LOL You are an inspiration. That gorgoeous doily your mother made, just an idea you can put a color paper in a large picture frame that would match your room and actually frame this. I did this once with a family heirloom and it really shows off the stitches and adds texture and cotnrast to the room. I'm a stitcher and knitter and I find that knitting is almost like meditation and relaxes me. There are studeis many of them that use knitting or crocheting from therapy. I know you said you were stressed alot and just thought I would share my thoughts. Your pineapple one is gorgeous. Could fram for the kitchen?
Watching this series again for motivation x beautiful writing x
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Sophia, I would also like to see videos on your scrapbooking, especially your digital scrapbooking, when you get a chance.
I really love this series. You're doing a good job!
love your handwritting ♡
I love pens too Sophia!! i don't have a large collection yet but yesterday, when you found that check and got excited for the new ink joy pens it made me laugh because i have been waiting for some money to buy those!!! Seriously, you should start doing pen reviews and scratch tests!
We cleaned out our big walk in closet today and threw away 3 thirty gallon trash bags and about twenty boxes, also have about ten boxes to donate.
Those pens !But they do look nice and neat where they are..and so colorful!
How can one lady have so much talent, that's what I would like to know! Your crochet was beautiful but if you don't want to make them, that's OK! Love you basket of colorful pens but do you still have that box or bag of old pens and pencils? Just curious. LOL !!! Keep up the good work Sophia!! Love having a video to watch everyday !
Pens are a true addiction my desk drawers are full of baggies filled with cute pens and the desk also has large spinner full of pens/markers/pencils. Keep the pens they add a beautiful pop of color to your surroundings.
Today, i plan to get in my pantry and throw away a lot of stuff! Its become the pantry/ storage/ closet 😳. Sophia are you still going to post vid #3 of the back entryway and the finish look of the master bathroom tiles?
hmm yes but there are only 24 hrs on a day hon.
I'm glad you kept the pens. I love pens too!
Sophia you can keep your beloved pens! If that's what makes you happy then so be it! High five!✋🏾
Sophia, I agree you don't have to get rid of what you like, just don't bring new pens into your house until you have used all that you have. Remember you also have that huge zippie in the end table in your living room. I think that is the point of purging, only keeping what you can use.
A chaque fois que je regarde une de tes vidéos je me mets à ranger... c'est contagieux! merci pour toutes ces vidéos super motivantes 😊. Moi aussi j'adore les stylos! hi hi 😁 bravo à toi !
I wish I loved pens as much as you do! I have 5 colorful ones in my purse to use for my agenda and I only have 1 pen in the house that I use for signing my daughters school papers and writing down to do list and grocery lists too it's funny how I have yet to loose this 1 pen I have in the house!I also don't have an office since we live in a small apartment so bc I love this challenge I wanted to just walk around my apartment and got rid of what I saw out in the open that I didn't use! even if was just simply trash!
I would love it if you would do a review on your Gelly Roll Pens. You are amazing. binge watching you. HUGS
keep the pens! that make you happy! my hoarding problem are cute mugs, have a lot! lol!
Thank You for Your commitment to Your audience, Sophia. It's okay if You just don't have enough time to post a video every day, or You are too tired, or You just need time with Your family, or You just don't feel like it. We will be here when You do. :)
I'll defend you some on keeping more than the average home for pens, markers, highlighters, small note-pads and post-it notes: one should have a mini note-taking or message center on every level of your home [Just as years ago one would have a phone & message center on each level of the home]. Makes sense.
Sophia....great job....idea...donate the croche stuff to a nursing home.
I totally get it! I love office supplies!!
Your right.Enjoy life !!!!simple but true😊😊😊
I love pens and office supplies xx
WOW...GREAT JOB..... I AM SO HAPPY TO FIND YOU TODAY..... LOVE THE PEN COLLECTION...... NEW SUBBIE HERE......
Your talents are admirable
The boxes of office supplies (pink and flowers I believe) in the office aren't the same as the 3 boxes in the boiler room (with pictures I believe)
They would match perfectly in your shelves above the desk !
+Julia Lina I should have watch days 16 and 17 before posting :'D
You're like me, you always improve after !
+Julia Lina and there is more room for improvement now!
What will I do when the 30 days are up. Love watching a new video from you everyday.
I thought about this too!
We get it Sophia, Pens float your boat your doing a great job keep going
Maybe you can use shadow boxes on the wall for your heirloom crochet with a photo of who made them plus other things that remind you of them. Just trying help you.
You're doing a good job. No need to get rid of your pens if your family uses and enjoys them.
you and those pens !! lolol too funny :)
I love pens, too. We decluttered out house and the pens stayed. I understand!!
I love pens too !!!! My husband laughs at how many pens I have : )
Good for you. You should be able to keep the things that you enjoy and if that means keeping a ton of pens you go for it. We Love you. Keep it up you are a wonderful inspiration.
Do you ever use your phone calendar or reminders? I also am like you- I hoard pens and paper and have planners, yet practicality means my digital calendar is always with me. So I end up using both (not exactly efficient)... How about you? You don't use digital at all?
How about making some cushion covers out of the crochet, would look beautiful ...
I 💟 pens. Keep all the pens!! You have gotten rid of so much stuff you love already. You have a right to pens ha.
I love collecting things but am getting rid of a lot of stuff too. But what's the big deal about pens? You gotta have stuff in your house. It can't be a show room house or be bare!
I am not dissapointed about the pens. If you got rid of all your pens and did videos around your house I would think I had gone to the wrong channel!
You have a Mont Blanc. How does it compare to regular pens?
I missed the pen hoarding jokes. Well we all have our issues, mine are candles. I admit I have too many and I'm paring down in this challenge. The office things I don't have. I never used a lot of it and don't think I've spent $5 on post it notes. Candles are awesome!!!!!!
Oh Sophia, I would have been disappointed if you had got rid of pens. Yes, we all have certain things we love.
Another super job.
Hi...my name is Kelly and I'm a penoholic. I too can not throw away pens and I buy new ones every time I go shopping. But I love them and they bring me joy so I went apologize for it. :-)
Sophia I love your videos. One question though--why not have a box or container for trash and donations so you don't have to go back and put things in the trash or Ina bag for donation? Favorite part of the video--"I'm not a hoarder but I'm. Going to keep all the pens."
O.K. We'll let you keep your colorful pens. What about the pencils? I agree with everyone else, frame the doilies. You must get your talents from your mother. Will we meet her in a video when you go to France?
I just love ya...ya make me smile :)
my name is Jazzy and I am a pen hoarder......LOL yes I am so I totally feel you! love your office BTW..... :)
Once you have purged will you do a deep clean on your house X
What do you use to take out the yellow stains from the doilies? Love all your videos!
I ll boil them with a solution of white vinegar and lemon juice
You could lay them against a black background and frame the lace pieces to display as art
Who doesn't love pens? As long as they're working keep them I say 😄
I'm pretty sure I have a pen for every day of the year and I regret nothing!
I have at least 25 pens which I absolutely hate but I'm hanging on to them in case I need them. Aah!
i understand...lol
I love pens too, and I have a lot of them.
You could frame the doilies against a black background. They would be beautiful in a grouping.
I love pens too...used to collect them but had to part with them:(
Love pens too. So go for it :-)
Well I watched you for 14 days before I got started, but I started! I actually purge often, but the crap keeps coming back :/