Old blankets, fleece throws and towels of all sizes are very appreciated by local animal shelters! I am so glad the yellow pineapple stayed, I just love that thing.
Yaya thank you so much! I am trying to get rid of things and just throwing old, but good condition blankets and towels is hard for me to just throw away.
We have soooo many cables! Thankfully, my son loves to organize and has each one in a plastic bag labeled for what it is and what it's for. If we have several of the same type and they are cables we don't need a lot of, he tosses them. Then, they sit in a fabric box looking pretty on a shelf. Lol it's nice to know where all cables are
I cut smaller pieces from old big towels n keep a few handy for quick clean n throw .. specially with pets n kids around. Saves lots of paper towels n trees .
Old towels are good to have around. Use them as rags to clean really gross things or something hubby can wipe grease off his hands after working on the car or lawn mower, etc.
ds southern Yep, I keep a few too but stored separately. When dishwasher or washing machine is serviced they get used. I also use one for when I colour my hair.
Great suggestions... I love your videos! I just moved and yes, I got rid of a lot of stuff. My donation place was getting so happy to see me again. I got rid of everything from furniture to kitchen things, to clothing, to old decor, you name it. I went through my linens and took 10 full garbage bags of towels and bedding that we were not going to use, and even though I have more closet space in this apartment, I vow to be more ruthless with the things I bring into this space. And confession: I still have three boxes full of papers that I was too much in a hurry to move to go through so I just stuffed them in boxes, it is now this weekend project. I also have too many cables that I don't even remember what they were for. Out they go!
About 12 years ago I started “Free Box Friday”. I get a box, whether it’s something I received in the mail, or I get a wine or cigarette box from the local gas station, and I just fill it up. I put it on the curb for neighbors or passers by to grab on, you guessed it, Friday. In a “perfect world” whomever grabs it would get what they want, and give the remnants to someone else but, I’m sure they have the “courage” to throw it away. I just can’t. I’m too much of a _it’s too good to just throw away, I could use it later_ kind of person to do that. I try to do it every month. It can get overwhelming if the weather isn’t cooperating and I can’t curb it. 😂
6/11/19....WHAT A GREAT IDEA. I live in central FL---in a 55+ restricted subdivision of only adults....Neighbors just put whatever they don't want/have replaced/are tired of dusting @ the curb the evening before trash/ recycle day. We all walk/drive by & get to "pick & choose" what we want---or we bring into our homes to use or donate or give to somebody we know. I got cute 2 chair + glass top table "ice cream parlor" set that came from house next door around the corner---It now "lives" in my screened porch room @ my kitchen entry door! 😅
I began labeling my cables attach a piece of tape with what it goes to on each cable and adapter or big chunky plug. Also I wrap all my wires when I’m not using them even my phone charging wires. Also one really big container to fit them all in one place or a little set of drawers would help keep them all in one place.
6/11/19....I use beautiful thick BEACH TOWELS b/c I reguse to pay for expensive bath sheets/oversized towels. So I buy end if season/clearance priced MATCHING bath towels---6 to 8 each fall---from expensive bath/home stores. THEN I donate the gently used last yr beach towels to my groomer for her to use on the larger dogs that she grooms. THEN I go thru her older towels/declutter by donating more used but still nice towels from her groom shop to the pet shelter whete we both have rescued our "companions". Older/over used/smaller towels we give to her hubby for his auto repair business. I also go to better area of town in late Jan/early Feb & visit the GoodWill store....They ALWAYS have nice/new with tags/barely used towels/hand towels/wash cloths/bath mats/kids' beach towels in all colors/sizes. I buy them on "senior day" & donate to the local rescue shelter & they are immediately put into their "system" for the animals waiting for their "furever homes"! 🐶🐱😳
Woohoo I love new video day! Hope you three are enjoying kicking off your holidays together! Thanks for the new decluttering video. I just recently emptied my "limbo" box and I'm getting ready to donate decor that doesn't make the cut as well. Can't wait to see how your new house is doing! I have a request for more in the Honey Do List series!
You are so right about the accumulation of storage bins. Those things multiply like Tupperware lids. I finally told myself no more purchasing unless I do not have one in the attic I can use. I am slowly going through my attic stash and donating them.
I did the 30 days to minimalism challenge, in more than 30 days, but a person needs more time when they are grieving. I am so glad that I did it. A simpler life gives your mind so much more clarity.
About glasses, when I moved out of my parents house last year, I moved in with my boyfriend, an aunt gave a set of 18 glasses. We all usually dread her gifts because they are always terrible, but this time it has turned out to be practical. They are all the same, so if you break them is no biggie.
I was binge watching your videos last night. I got a sudden urge to declutter a drawer in my bedroom. I felt so good when I finished. I was shocked that I had lots of items to pitch! Thanks Melissa!
Love watching these kinds of videos! We had already been purging in my sons room this morning, but as I was watching this I was motivated to toss a few things from my room as well. Lotions that I like the smell of, just not the way they smell on me.
I don’t know what it is about your videos, I usually end up watching them while I’m decluttering my draws. Maybe it’s keeping me company? I love your videos, please keep making them!
Old stuffed animals (give it a few years! You’ll have this collection!) we get tons of stuffed animals and the boys never ever play with them...so I’m donating them! They take up so much room and make clutter. Also, stacks and stacks of baby shower cards! Birthday, etc. Out they go! Why did I save 100 cards?
Omg I hear you mama! So many cards!!! And so many stuffed animals haha and every time there’s a simple holiday like Valentine’s day when you get 4 stuffed animals in one day haha times that by 2 kids. Ugh! They create so much clutter!!
Hello! Ever since I found your videos - I’ve been watching and listening like there’s no tomorrow! Soooo much of your advice and methods mirror what I’ve done for more than 50 years when as a teen I was responsible for cleaning my family home to help my mom, and then through the years raising my own family. The “kids” are in their late 30’s early 40’s and WOW! Your advice for “parents storing the adult kids stuff” really hit home! If you could devote an entire session to JUST THAT! you would serve your viewers very well (at least the ones in the 60+ group who’s adult spring-offs have moved out! One issue that comes up is that our kids are not living in the same square footage - so much as they might want to keep things, they have no place to store (and storage facilities are costly over time) Suggestions? Thanks again for the great motivation and expert advice.
When I saw the picture of you with the pineapple in your thumbnail and then read the title of the video, I thought, "NO! She can't be getting rid of that iconic pineapple from her kitchen!" I don't know why, but I'm so glad to see it in the new kitchen.
Antiques Restoration sometimes you need to refresh your decor and I’ve never warmed to the pineapple 🍍 It’s so BIG and isn’t used for anything except a prop to collect dust. I would have let it go tbh.
I always start decluttering and when it get too much to handle and everything is mess on the floor while I'm cleaning I take a break watch one of your videos and get motivated again to continue
I've done major decluttering in 2020-2021. I am still getting rid of things. I took 30 boxes of clothing, home decor, office and art supplies to a thrift store in 2021. I have another 2 boxes that are ready to go, and I've started a third. One thing that I refuse to let go of are my CDs and DVDs. I enjoy my collections of music and films, and want to be able to easily access them. I'm trying to spend less time online. By the way, I love the yellow pineapple!
it's good to make a list on some paper of every cable you have. that way, if you need to look for something, just check for it on the list. this works well for other things that you need to store for long term too
Don't know if anyone has suggested this yet, but if you have old cloths, towels, blankets, bed pillows, or plastic or metal bowls, you should think about donating them to animal shelters. They can even use those storage bins to hold dry animal food. They really appreciate all the help and supplies they can get.
Glad the pineapple made the cut. Watching this video using my new Makers Clean cloths from the Good Friday sale to clean my kitchen cabinets. Already in love.
Your videos are so helpful Melissa & Chad! I've recently rediscovered the Clean my Space channel and it's made the whole process of cleaning/decluttering so much less overwhelming. I'm working on installing some new habits and it's already making a big difference! Love your zip up top too btw! You always look so beautiful in your videos❤️:).
When I saw the thumbnail I was so worried that you are going to get rid of that awesome yellow pineapple hahahaha :P I remember your older videos when I first saw that pineapple and got so obsessed with it I looked for a similar one in so many different stores and when I finally found one at the dollar store for 5$ I bought 3 and spray painted them gold and still have them in my living room and are one of my favorite decor items, they just work literaly everywhere =) The FAMOUS CMS PINEAPPLE hahaha :P it kinda reminds me of HIMYM pineapple =)
I've always been terrible with holding on to the most random items for sentimental reasons. Finally went through my sentimental items at the beginning of this year. I am terrible for keeping things "just in case something happens to someone". Well I got rid of some clothes and two of the items were shirts I had that my brother left at my house (I live in Illinois and him in Texas) well a month or so later my brother was murdered. Lets just say that my Sentimental Items will eventually be out of control. I had those shirts for years.
Watching in Aug 2020. Motto I go by every single day is "WHEN IN DOUBT THROW IT OUT!!!" Never forget this. Ask yurself am I gonna use this or wear it again. It's an easy answer of yes or no. If yu have to stop and think about it or if yure not sure, then get rid of it. Plain and simple.
I've moved a lot in the 21 years my husband was in the navy. 8xs Most when he was out to sea too. I did notice now we've been in one place for 15 years now. He retired. We now have way more stuff.. It's easier to move with less things. I only had kid, so his stuff wasn't an issue. All but 2 moves was with movers. Even though, I found I'm organized and not a lot of "stuff" unpacking isn't daunting. Also make sure things are clean before they are packed. Don't need to move dust to another state. We are moving in a couple years when he retires from his 2nd career. We want to downsize. This move no kid. So we plan on donating a lot and selling other things. Fresh start.
I am in the process of unpacking my house. Incredible how much we have! It is overwhelming. Have boxes in the basement and trying to figure out what is what!
10 things to toss outline: 1. Candles. If you have a candle that you dont like the smell like the jar. you can freeze the candle and pop it out. 2. Mix matched glass cups or plates without a set. (Donate them) 3. Storage bins. (A comment below says to take then to animal shelter) 4. Sentimental stuff. 5. Cables and wires. (I'm sure chargers that dont work and old TV wires) 6. Kids things that arnt needed. 7. Kitchen stuff. (Pantry stuff) (spices, old coffee, canned food) 8. Furniture and decor (things that dont match the theme anymore) 9. Files and papers. Old and outdated or expired warranties or just not needed) 10. Linens. (Towels and cloths) 10.
We moved house in July. I had boxed up all the decor items because I liked them so much - of course I did; that's why I bought them. But they just don't go in our new house. They are unboxed and sitting on shelves in the garage (we have masses of room in the garage - not sure if that's a good thing or a bad thing). I keep seeing them and I feel guilty because they are sitting around, unloved but I can't bring myself to get rid of them even though I KNOW they won't find a home in our new place. 😢
The cable box!!! That was a nightmare when we moved into our home a couple of years ago!! Thankfully my husband kept only what was needed! Whew!! I’m a purger and a clean freak, so I TRY to go through things every few months and get rid of anything unnecessary! We have a huge walk in closet and I just purged the crap out of it!!! Lol
So thankful about the pineapple. The thumbnail scared me. That pineapple is the “Friends Peephole Frame’” of the CMSHQ!!! Love it & the letter sign!! #lovefromCT
I’m in the process of getting rid of a lot of stuff before I move in a couple of months. My house was so cluttered that I knew I had to get rid of a lot of stuff so I’m not packing it and bringing it with me to the new place. I love your videos. I have a huge army duffel bag filled with cables that I just need to get rid of.
My dad actually has a whole bunch of extra cables, which to Chad's credit of keeping old cables, has meant when I moved out to college and my own place I didn't have to buy really any new ones. However he does have basically an Alex 5-drawer set of drawers in our basement where he widely winds up all of our old cables in about 2 or 3 drawers, that way they are well stored out of the way but aren't all tangled up :)
Hey Melissa, I saw 'garam masala' in your spice rack! Do you use it often? Do you like it? Coz we Indians are fond of using it in our cooking. :) Also, hello from India! :D I am a huge follower of you and Chad, not only of the 'Clean my space' space but also with regards to your day-to-day life...your decision making, relationship with each other, way of living, etc etc. Huge love to all three of you!
You don't throw away a man's cable box! It's a sacred relic of manhood, ingenuity, communication and lighting powers. . . . . . . . . . . . . YOU DON'T TOSS THE CABLE BOX!
Old blankets, fleece throws and towels of all sizes are very appreciated by local animal shelters! I am so glad the yellow pineapple stayed, I just love that thing.
Yaya great tip!!
Yaya thank you so much!
I am trying to get rid of things and just throwing old, but good condition blankets and towels is hard for me to just throw away.
Storage bins that are no longer needed, especially the larger ones, are very useful to animal shelters. And I would suggest donating them there
That's a great idea - thanks for sharing!
as well as towels and baby blankets
I didn't know that. Thanks for sharing the info!
Animal shelters are very happy to have old towels and sheets (and even bed pillows). Cleaning rescued animals takes lots of towels!
Good to know. I was going to throw those away.
We have soooo many cables! Thankfully, my son loves to organize and has each one in a plastic bag labeled for what it is and what it's for. If we have several of the same type and they are cables we don't need a lot of, he tosses them. Then, they sit in a fabric box looking pretty on a shelf. Lol it's nice to know where all cables are
I cut smaller pieces from old big towels n keep a few handy for quick clean n throw .. specially with pets n kids around. Saves lots of paper towels n trees .
Old towels are good to have around. Use them as rags to clean really gross things or something hubby can wipe grease off his hands after working on the car or lawn mower, etc.
Yep - you're right - but we had more than enough to cover off those jobs and more, so it was time to prune the pile :) Thanks for watching!
ds southern Yep, I keep a few too but stored separately. When dishwasher or washing machine is serviced they get used. I also use one for when I colour my hair.
Learn this from my MIL
New towels from Dollar Tree are good for that too
They can also be donated to pet shelters. They always need towels
Great suggestions... I love your videos! I just moved and yes, I got rid of a lot of stuff. My donation place was getting so happy to see me again. I got rid of everything from furniture to kitchen things, to clothing, to old decor, you name it. I went through my linens and took 10 full garbage bags of towels and bedding that we were not going to use, and even though I have more closet space in this apartment, I vow to be more ruthless with the things I bring into this space. And confession: I still have three boxes full of papers that I was too much in a hurry to move to go through so I just stuffed them in boxes, it is now this weekend project. I also have too many cables that I don't even remember what they were for. Out they go!
Lol! No matter how much I try not to have clutter I am guilty of this too!
So many great ideas, it's amazing what you can get rid of and never miss!!
About 12 years ago I started “Free Box Friday”. I get a box, whether it’s something I received in the mail, or I get a wine or cigarette box from the local gas station, and I just fill it up. I put it on the curb for neighbors or passers by to grab on, you guessed it, Friday. In a “perfect world” whomever grabs it would get what they want, and give the remnants to someone else but, I’m sure they have the “courage” to throw it away. I just can’t. I’m too much of a _it’s too good to just throw away, I could use it later_ kind of person to do that. I try to do it every month. It can get overwhelming if the weather isn’t cooperating and I can’t curb it. 😂
6/11/19....WHAT A GREAT IDEA.
I live in central FL---in a 55+ restricted subdivision of only adults....Neighbors just put whatever they don't want/have replaced/are tired of dusting @ the curb the evening before trash/
recycle day.
We all walk/drive by & get to "pick & choose" what we want---or we bring into our homes to use or donate or give to somebody we know.
I got cute 2 chair + glass top table "ice cream parlor" set that came from house next door around the corner---It now "lives" in my screened porch room @ my kitchen entry door! 😅
I really like how you say "we" in regards to decluttering. It remind to be respectful and honest about this topic.
I just bought my first house, and am unpacking boxes! This is perfect!
I like the mismatched glasses. I see beauty in that particular disorder.
"There ain't no such thing as an R2-D2 cable!" 😂😂😂 I was thinking, does that exist? My brother would love it, lol.
I began labeling my cables attach a piece of tape with what it goes to on each cable and adapter or big chunky plug. Also I wrap all my wires when I’m not using them even my phone charging wires. Also one really big container to fit them all in one place or a little set of drawers would help keep them all in one place.
LOL @ "There is no such thing as a R2D2 cable."
NEVER get rid of the R2D2 cable, it connects the foofoo valve to the doofer.
Hahaha u made me lol
Exactly!!
😂😂
That’s so stupid ... everyone knows it connects the doodad to the watchamacallit
6/11/19....I'm an Atlanta girl so I knew that!
But it's supposed to be a SECRET! 😳 SO DON'T TELL!
Bless his heart 😂 yeap my husband collects cables too 😂
R2D2 cables too?
You are not kidding.
Mine has a drawer full of them and we haven't used them in years. I have no clue what any of them are for. So frustrating.
6/11/19....I use beautiful thick BEACH TOWELS b/c I reguse to pay for expensive bath sheets/oversized towels.
So I buy end if season/clearance priced MATCHING bath towels---6 to 8 each fall---from expensive bath/home stores.
THEN I donate the gently used last yr beach towels to my groomer for her to use on the larger dogs that she grooms.
THEN I go thru her older towels/declutter by donating more used but still nice towels from her groom shop to the pet shelter whete we both have rescued our "companions".
Older/over used/smaller towels we give to her hubby for his auto repair business.
I also go to better area of town in late Jan/early Feb & visit the GoodWill store....They ALWAYS have nice/new with tags/barely used towels/hand towels/wash cloths/bath mats/kids' beach towels in all colors/sizes. I buy them on "senior day" & donate to the local rescue shelter & they are immediately put into their "system" for the animals waiting for their "furever homes"! 🐶🐱😳
Woohoo I love new video day! Hope you three are enjoying kicking off your holidays together! Thanks for the new decluttering video. I just recently emptied my "limbo" box and I'm getting ready to donate decor that doesn't make the cut as well. Can't wait to see how your new house is doing! I have a request for more in the Honey Do List series!
Finally, a sale worthy of being held on black Friday! 👏👏👏
You are so right about the accumulation of storage bins. Those things multiply like Tupperware lids. I finally told myself no more purchasing unless I do not have one in the attic I can use. I am slowly going through my attic stash and donating them.
I did the 30 days to minimalism challenge, in more than 30 days, but a person needs more time when they are grieving. I am so glad that I did it. A simpler life gives your mind so much more clarity.
Oh I was so scared you were ditching the CMS pineapple!
Me too.
i thought it was for swingers
About glasses, when I moved out of my parents house last year, I moved in with my boyfriend, an aunt gave a set of 18 glasses. We all usually dread her gifts because they are always terrible, but this time it has turned out to be practical. They are all the same, so if you break them is no biggie.
Wow, you can actually feel the tension about the cables!
I was binge watching your videos last night. I got a sudden urge to declutter a drawer in my bedroom. I felt so good when I finished. I was shocked that I had lots of items to pitch! Thanks Melissa!
I agree! Why not declutter to live our best lives.. without-so much junk in our home!
I've used my scrapbook to condense my memento boxes. I love making collages and keeping things in those are great x
My husband, too, with the cables! So many cables!
you guys are awesome at making home cleaning fun
Thanks very much Rawl!!!
Totally feel you on the cables!
Love watching these kinds of videos! We had already been purging in my sons room this morning, but as I was watching this I was motivated to toss a few things from my room as well. Lotions that I like the smell of, just not the way they smell on me.
OMG! My husband has a cable collection as well! I have been wanting to know how to best organize them for him.
As always, so helpful Melissa
I don’t know what it is about your videos, I usually end up watching them while I’m decluttering my draws. Maybe it’s keeping me company? I love your videos, please keep making them!
Mellisa! YOU LOOK MARVELOUS darling!! Just saying... Shout out to Chad, my favourite "honey do" lister!!!! All the best!!!
The Crisis Centers always need baby stuff.
Old stuffed animals (give it a few years! You’ll have this collection!) we get tons of stuffed animals and the boys never ever play with them...so I’m donating them! They take up so much room and make clutter.
Also, stacks and stacks of baby shower cards! Birthday, etc. Out they go! Why did I save 100 cards?
I donated a heap of stuffed animals too, just kept special birth bears etc
Omg I hear you mama! So many cards!!! And so many stuffed animals haha and every time there’s a simple holiday like Valentine’s day when you get 4 stuffed animals in one day haha times that by 2 kids. Ugh! They create so much clutter!!
For when ppl doe and you can look back and say awwww
Hello! Ever since I found your videos - I’ve been watching and listening like there’s no tomorrow! Soooo much of your advice and methods mirror what I’ve done for more than 50 years when as a teen I was responsible for cleaning my family home to help my mom, and then through the years raising my own family.
The “kids” are in their late 30’s early 40’s and WOW! Your advice for “parents storing the adult kids stuff” really hit home! If you could devote an entire session to JUST THAT! you would serve your viewers very well (at least the ones in the 60+ group who’s adult spring-offs have moved out!
One issue that comes up is that our kids are not living in the same square footage - so much as they might want to keep things, they have no place to store (and storage facilities are costly over time)
Suggestions?
Thanks again for the great motivation and expert advice.
When I saw the picture of you with the pineapple in your thumbnail and then read the title of the video, I thought, "NO! She can't be getting rid of that iconic pineapple from her kitchen!" I don't know why, but I'm so glad to see it in the new kitchen.
Lol, guilty of clickbaiting the thumbnail ;)
Same here
Antiques Restoration sometimes you need to refresh your decor and I’ve never warmed to the pineapple 🍍 It’s so BIG and isn’t used for anything except a prop to collect dust. I would have let it go tbh.
@@cleanmyspace clickbait victim 🙋♂ love the energy ✨
Good thing it's not your pineapple or kitchen hey
I always start decluttering and when it get too much to handle and everything is mess on the floor while I'm cleaning I take a break watch one of your videos and get motivated again to continue
I agree with the writer's sentiments below wholeheartedly 👍 Joan Bates
Yay the pineapple stays! I'm relieved lol
I've done major decluttering in 2020-2021. I am still getting rid of things. I took 30 boxes of clothing, home decor, office and art supplies to a thrift store in 2021. I have another 2 boxes that are ready to go, and I've started a third.
One thing that I refuse to let go of are my CDs and DVDs. I enjoy my collections of music and films, and want to be able to easily access them. I'm trying to spend less time online.
By the way, I love the yellow pineapple!
I hate when I throw out a random charging cable, only to find out a month later when the emergency flashlight is dead -- I tossed its charger. :(
That's what you get
Bri San yeah - as if self punishment is the goal. HA-HA! Hence I have an entire cabinet full of cords.
it's good to make a list on some paper of every cable you have. that way, if you need to look for something, just check for it on the list. this works well for other things that you need to store for long term too
Look for items that don’t require proprietary/wonky charging cables.
I did it too, since then, I put labels on the charger cable once I bought a new device, gadget
Don't know if anyone has suggested this yet, but if you have old cloths, towels, blankets, bed pillows, or plastic or metal bowls, you should think about donating them to animal shelters. They can even use those storage bins to hold dry animal food. They really appreciate all the help and supplies they can get.
I love your Maker's Clean Cloths! So glad you two had a baby!
Chad needs to do a video....I so love his videos!!
I just sorted out my cables. Good to hear, we are not the only ones collecting these...
I love these videos😃❤
I love your flower jacket!
I love these videos. I feel like there is hope for me to get my house in shape😚
Your videos are great - informative from professional standpoint and you are hysterical!
I LOATHE THE CABLE COLLECTION!!! It drives me nuts. I think we have moved it 7 times. I feel your pain Melissa😭
Glad the pineapple made the cut.
Watching this video using my new Makers Clean cloths from the Good Friday sale to clean my kitchen cabinets. Already in love.
Congrats on 1 million subs!!
Ughhh, I know how you feel when it comes to hubbies wires. He has finally gone through them and sized them down into two boxes! 💐
Your videos are so helpful Melissa & Chad! I've recently rediscovered the Clean my Space channel and it's made the whole process of cleaning/decluttering so much less overwhelming. I'm working on installing some new habits and it's already making a big difference! Love your zip up top too btw! You always look so beautiful in your videos❤️:).
We have Home Sense in the U.S. now! Yay!
My doggie's (Borador: Border Collie/Labrador Retriever) name is Riley :-)
From now on all my spare cables are going to be labelled before they get thrown in a box. I got rid of a bunch that I had no idea what they were for!
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@__ Angel Alvarez Woohoo!
Hahahahaha
Oh yea clean my space well I’m 75,766 so ha 🤣
Mellissa you look lovely in this video! Loving the blouse ! Lots of love to you from Malaysia!
Yes moving, pacing and unpacking are grueling tasks. Great thinking to declutter while packing.
God bless ❤ XOXO
Killer smile! Please smile more often.
Love your shirt!
😂🤣 the Taco Kit 🙌🏻
When I saw the thumbnail I was so worried that you are going to get rid of that awesome yellow pineapple hahahaha :P I remember your older videos when I first saw that pineapple and got so obsessed with it I looked for a similar one in so many different stores and when I finally found one at the dollar store for 5$ I bought 3 and spray painted them gold and still have them in my living room and are one of my favorite decor items, they just work literaly everywhere =) The FAMOUS CMS PINEAPPLE hahaha :P it kinda reminds me of HIMYM pineapple =)
Awesome video. Thank you xx
Can't imagine having so many towels, linens,and wash cloths I have to get rid of some lol! We all have one set a piece in this house!
You look great in that outfit!!
Why thank you!
I've always been terrible with holding on to the most random items for sentimental reasons. Finally went through my sentimental items at the beginning of this year. I am terrible for keeping things "just in case something happens to someone". Well I got rid of some clothes and two of the items were shirts I had that my brother left at my house (I live in Illinois and him in Texas) well a month or so later my brother was murdered. Lets just say that my Sentimental Items will eventually be out of control. I had those shirts for years.
R2-D2 cable, ROFL!!
Melissa the highlights in your hair are nice, and you make 38 look good. Yeah to us in our thirties😊
Watching in Aug 2020. Motto I go by every single day is "WHEN IN DOUBT THROW IT OUT!!!" Never forget this. Ask yurself am I gonna use this or wear it again. It's an easy answer of yes or no. If yu have to stop and think about it or if yure not sure, then get rid of it. Plain and simple.
Omg I fight with my hub about cables. He freaks when I say they need to go. He is afraid we will need it. Same exact story here.
Ordered some cloths the other day. Can't wait to get them. Such a good deal!
THE CABLES! I can so relate!!!
The struggle is real with the cables!
6/11/19....IT'S A R2D2 "THING"!
We women are unable to ever understand b/c we're just NOT "WIRED" that way!
I've moved a lot in the 21 years my husband was in the navy. 8xs Most when he was out to sea too. I did notice now we've been in one place for 15 years now. He retired. We now have way more stuff.. It's easier to move with less things. I only had kid, so his stuff wasn't an issue. All but 2 moves was with movers. Even though, I found I'm organized and not a lot of "stuff" unpacking isn't daunting. Also make sure things are clean before they are packed. Don't need to move dust to another state. We are moving in a couple years when he retires from his 2nd career. We want to downsize. This move no kid. So we plan on donating a lot and selling other things. Fresh start.
Melissa, how NOT to click on your video?? Of course Click! Your videos are great! I always receive some positive energy from you. Have a nice week!
Apart from everything else, I love your blouse too!
You always wear nice tops, I like your style :)
I am in the process of unpacking my house. Incredible how much we have! It is overwhelming. Have boxes in the basement and trying to figure out what is what!
This was so helpful!! Thank you for sharing!
What is the taco kit story?
Daisy Ann she mentions it in one of her kitchen reorganizing videos! I don’t remember which one though, sorry
My partner and I also have "the taco kit." 😂 I almost couldn't believe my ears at that part.
Hahaha - everyone needs a taco kit!
I've already placed my order and I am SO EXCITED!!! 👍👍👍
10 things to toss outline:
1. Candles.
If you have a candle that you dont like the smell like the jar. you can freeze the candle and pop it out.
2. Mix matched glass cups or plates without a set. (Donate them)
3. Storage bins. (A comment below says to take then to animal shelter)
4. Sentimental stuff.
5. Cables and wires. (I'm sure chargers that dont work and old TV wires)
6. Kids things that arnt needed.
7. Kitchen stuff. (Pantry stuff) (spices, old coffee, canned food)
8. Furniture and decor (things that dont match the theme anymore)
9. Files and papers. Old and outdated or expired warranties or just not needed)
10. Linens. (Towels and cloths)
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Yessssss I hit such a declutter wall, totally needed this inspo! ❤️ this channel!!
And we love you! Thanks for watching Brittany!
We moved house in July. I had boxed up all the decor items because I liked them so much - of course I did; that's why I bought them. But they just don't go in our new house. They are unboxed and sitting on shelves in the garage (we have masses of room in the garage - not sure if that's a good thing or a bad thing). I keep seeing them and I feel guilty because they are sitting around, unloved but I can't bring myself to get rid of them even though I KNOW they won't find a home in our new place. 😢
We enjoyed your video Melissa. I always say less is more
The cable box!!! That was a nightmare when we moved into our home a couple of years ago!! Thankfully my husband kept only what was needed! Whew!! I’m a purger and a clean freak, so I TRY to go through things every few months and get rid of anything unnecessary! We have a huge walk in closet and I just purged the crap out of it!!! Lol
Thanks needed the help.
Love your top! You look beautiful! 💗
So thankful about the pineapple. The thumbnail scared me. That pineapple is the “Friends Peephole Frame’” of the CMSHQ!!! Love it & the letter sign!! #lovefromCT
I’m in the process of getting rid of a lot of stuff before I move in a couple of months. My house was so cluttered that I knew I had to get rid of a lot of stuff so I’m not packing it and bringing it with me to the new place. I love your videos. I have a huge army duffel bag filled with cables that I just need to get rid of.
Lol!! We just got rid of a whole bunch of cables! And believe it or not, my hubby got rid of them all on his own! 😆
My dad actually has a whole bunch of extra cables, which to Chad's credit of keeping old cables, has meant when I moved out to college and my own place I didn't have to buy really any new ones. However he does have basically an Alex 5-drawer set of drawers in our basement where he widely winds up all of our old cables in about 2 or 3 drawers, that way they are well stored out of the way but aren't all tangled up :)
Hey Melissa, I saw 'garam masala' in your spice rack! Do you use it often? Do you like it? Coz we Indians are fond of using it in our cooking. :)
Also, hello from India! :D
I am a huge follower of you and Chad, not only of the 'Clean my space' space but also with regards to your day-to-day life...your decision making, relationship with each other, way of living, etc etc.
Huge love to all three of you!
Garam masala is awesome! Thanks for watching :)
Omg! Someone else w/ an R2D2 cable collecting man! 🤣💛
You don't throw away a man's cable box! It's a sacred relic of manhood, ingenuity, communication and lighting powers.
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YOU DON'T TOSS THE CABLE BOX!