Hello, organizing clients and friends-
Happy summer! Below are 'before & after' photos from a few of July's jobs, process notes, and links to products I recommended to the clients. Enjoy!
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Before & after: laundry room |
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This client wanted to reclaim her laundry room's functionality and spaciousness.
First, I presorted categories of items so that the client could decide on what to keep in the laundry room, what to donate or toss, and what items belonged in different rooms of the house.
Next, I laid out items that the client wanted in the laundry room by category so that she could see duplicates and choose what she wanted to pare down.
Finally, I placed those categories of items in locations that made sense to the client: laundry detergents in the built-in drawers beneath the washer/dryer, household cleaners in cupboards, and lightbulbs, batteries, and gift wrap in the closet. I reused organizing bins that the client had on hand to contain categories of items and labeled each bin, shelf and drawer with its contents.
As a result of our work, the client now has open floor space and easy access to the washer, dryer, utility sink, counter space, and household supplies.
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This client wanted a calm, peaceful bedroom.
First, I gathered clothes together for the client to divide into three categories: current season, out of season, and donate.
Next, I hung the 'current season' clothes in the closet by category (dresses, tops, cardigans, etc.) and color. With all her clothes now visible, the client did a second pass to winnow down her wardrobe to just her favorite items. We stored her winter clothes and extra bed linens in labeled bins under the bed and on the top shelf of the closet.
While the client was sorting clothes, I did a deep clean of the bedside tables, bureau, and under the bed.
Finally, we made up the bed using a new duvet and pillow shams that she had on hand.
As a result of our work, the client now has a restful, relaxing space with easy access to her beautiful wardrobe.
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This client wanted a functional bathroom with space to enjoy 'spa days.'
First, I cleared everything from the sink countertop, plus the contents of the drawers, into laundry baskets. As the bathroom is small, I set up the client in a different room so that she could sit comfortably while she sorted items. First she sorted the baskets of items into two categories: keep or toss. We then sorted the 'keep' piles by category: everyday, first aid, medicines, travel, hair, nails, teeth, eyes, face, skin, and makeup.
Next, we placed the categories of items according to frequency of use. For example, we stored her 'everyday' items in the most accessible top drawer, and first aid in the slightly less accessible bottom drawer.
While the client was sorting items, I did a deep clean of the sink, mirror, counter, and drawers.
Finally, I made labels for each drawer and container so that the client can easily find, use, and then return each item to its specific home.
As a result of our work, the client now has open counter space plus easy access to all of of her skin care and beauty products.
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Ready to schedule an organizing session?
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Returning clients, text 206-932-2939 or email lisajoholtby@gmail.com.
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More 'before & after' photos, FAQs, how-to videos, and podcast interviews are on my website, lisaholtby.com.
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