Black Friday is coming. Many of the people in our communities love to shop and can’t resist a bargain. If that’s you it can be hard to resist the temptation of a fantastic deal and those deals are there by the bucketload in the run up in the frenzied weekend that is Black Friday. In this podcast we’re going to talk about how to break your shopping habits in general and hope that some of these tips will sink in before you succumb and hit that buy button Mentioned in this episode: Episode 13...

How often have we got lost down a rabbit hole of social media when looking for tips to make our homes both functional and beautiful? Today I’m delighted to be joined by fellow Professional Organiser Zoe Berry from LIFE / EDIT who always manages to find exactly the right balance between form and function in her clients’ homes. Mentioned in this episode: TrofastKallax Shelving UnitVariera boxIKEA Drona About the Declutter Hub Podcast We're Ingrid and Lesley and are super excited you're...

This is something that every single one of us has in our homes but often we don’t have the space to store as many as we have. In today's podcast we're talking shoes; why we have so many and how to store them when you’re struggling for space Mentioned in this episode: Episode 123 – Sorting out and How to Organise Socks!Episode 129 – How to Create a Capsule Wardrobe with guest Laura TaylorEpisode 180 – 10 things to declutter from your wardrobe About the Declutter Hub Podcast We're Ingrid and...

If we had a pound for every time someone said I don't have time to declutter we would be two rich professional organisers. Having said that, time is a very precious commodity and needs to be used wisely. Today we’re going to unpick where time fits into your decluttering journey. Mentioned in this episode: Episode 120 – Guest Regina Lark talks about organisation and timeEpisode 241 – How to use an organise planner with guest Monique Sveinsson Episode 260 – How to get things done with a...

When it comes to decluttering there is one emotion that is lesser known but vital to conquer if you want to be successful. In today’s podcast we are going to talk through 10 things that might be lurking in your home that fall into the aspirational category… or do they? Let's find out. About the Declutter Hub Podcast We're Ingrid and Lesley and are super excited you're here! If you're sick to the back teeth of clutter dictating your home life then we are here to help you get control back...

Do you ever ask yourself this question? “ Do I need this”? Well that is exactly what our guest today did and she made an award-winning documentary film about consumerism, excess and the stuff from which happiness is truly made. Listen in to find out more insights from our guest Kate Schermerhorn. Mentioned in this episode: Episode 79 - Home staging for a house saleEpisode 50 - Guest expert Nicki Munns discusses downsizingDo I Need This? Documentary About the Declutter Hub Podcast We're...

For many different reasons Lesley decided it was time to go back to basics and practice what she preaches with her wardrobe decluttering. Lesley makes no secret of the fact that she loves clothes but it was time to get real and start to dig deep with her emotional connection to stuff. She learned a lot throughout the process and in this podcast we chat through her learnings. Mentioned in this episode: Episode 129 Creating a capsule wardrobe with guest Laura TaylorEpisode 132 What to do with...

Our guest today believes the Western world's emphasis on speed erodes health, productivity and quality of life. His message is simple and game-changing: to thrive in a fast world, you have to slow down. So let’s dive into the power of slow in a fast world with Carl Honoré. Mentioned in this episode: How to discover your inner zenTed Talk - In Praise of Slow About the Declutter Hub Podcast We're Ingrid and Lesley and are super excited you're here! If you're sick to the back teeth of clutter...

How do we get things done? That’s the million dollar question, right? In this podcast we are going to talk about making a list, prioritising the list, executing on the list, evaluating the list and then starting the cycle all over again. Mentioned in this episode: Episode 138 - How to keep momentum when declutteringEpisode 241 - How to use a planner to get organised with guest Monique SvienssonEpisode 244 - How to create your lasting legacy About the Declutter Hub Podcast We're Ingrid and...

It’s fair to say that products to assist you with organising your home are all the rage at the moment. Every time you scroll social media you see a new gizmo or gadget that is going to change your life. Today we are going to talk through some of the organising products that we think are worth investing in. Mentioned in this episode: Episode 9 Guest Expert Leslie Josel Discusses Her Work with ADHD and Its SymptomsEpisode 109 Our favourite organising products Episode 234 10 Organisational...

How do you deal with the transition from a young adult leaving home for the very first time to a full blown home owner with all the responsibilities that entails. That’s what we’re talking about in today’s podcast with our guest, Penny Moyses. Mentioned in this episode: What should I do with my wedding dressClean and Tidy Home Show About the Declutter Hub Podcast We're Ingrid and Lesley and are super excited you're here! If you're sick to the back teeth of clutter dictating your home life...

There are a number of things that stand in our way of a successful decluttering journey and one of the biggest is people. As if the stuff wasn’t hard enough to deal with, we need to navigate the thoughts and emotions of other people too. In this podcast we delve into how to deal with friends and family when you’re embarking on a decluttering journey Mentioned in this episode: Episode 239 How do I fall back in love with my house Episode 226 How do I ask for help with my clutter Episode 142 -...

Today we’re going right back to basics to talk about why clutter holds us back and keeps us stuck. We’re going to talk about some of the typical emotions that people feel and tell you all about our September 2023 Reset Your Home Challenge. Mentioned in this episode: Episode 242 - How to overcome decluttering roadblocks Episode 116 - Why is decluttering transformational Episode 201 - Is perfectionism stopping you in your decluttering tracksSign up for our Reset Your Home Challenge About the...

Today’s guest is Feng Shui Master Maria Green. Maria lived in “a flat from hell” and this triggered her interest in how our spaces and surroundings affect us and set her on the path to the study of Feng Shui. In today’s podcast we are going to delve into what Feng Shui is and isn’t and how it can help you declutter your home. Mentioned in this episode: Episode 79 – Home staging for a house saleEpisode 229 – Decluttering and organising small spaces About the Declutter Hub Podcast We're Ingrid...

Our bedrooms should be a sanctuary, with relaxing at the forefront of our mind. But often we have a bedside table, cabinet or nightstand that is anything but calming. In this podcast we’re going to talk about the 10 things you need to declutter from your bedside table. Mentioned in this episode: Episode 25 – Organise your wardrobe like a proEpisode 172 – 10 things to do in your home dailyEpisode 211 - How to create a calm bedroom About the Declutter Hub Podcast We're Ingrid and Lesley and...

One of the things we regularly find when we’re decluttering homes is giftcards.  Sometimes it can feel like a lucky win if it’s a gift card you’d forgotten you had but if it’s expired it can leave you feeling like you've just wasted money and an opportunity.  In this podcast, we’re going to delve into gift cards; giving them, receiving them and organising them  Mentioned in this episode: Episode 85 - Decluttering cardsEpisode 67 - What to do with unwanted giftsEpisode 202 - Gift cupboard...

In this podcast we welcome Cassandra Aarsen from Clutterbug. Many of you know her from her Youtube Channel, hosting the tv show Hot Mess house and her decluttering books. We chat through the Clutter Bug philosophy and the 4 organising styles associated with it. About the Declutter Hub Podcast We're Ingrid and Lesley and are super excited you're here! If you're sick to the back teeth of clutter dictating your home life then we are here to help you get control back and spend your valuable...

When we are decluttering our home we will undoubtedly come across things that are just no longer useful.  No if’s or but’s we just aren’t going to use them again. In this podcast we’re going to talk about 10 things in your home that it’s finally time to let go of. About the Declutter Hub Podcast We're Ingrid and Lesley and are super excited you're here! If you're sick to the back teeth of clutter dictating your home life then we are here to help you get control back and spend your valuable...

It seems like only yesterday that we celebrated our 50th podcast in 2019 and here we are, 200 episodes and 4 years later still loving recording each and every podcast, but things don’t stop at the recording stage.  There’s a whole lot of work going to get each episode to be released every Friday and it’s not just Lesley and I doing it.  As this is our 250th episode we want to take you behind the scenes and acknowledge each and every person that makes the Declutter Hub podcast what it...

When a loved one passes away and you bear the responsibility of dealing with their belongings it can be stressful, time consuming and confronting. In today's podcast we’re going to talk about something we like to call sensitive house clearance and how it might help you in this situation. About the Declutter Hub Podcast We're Ingrid and Lesley and are super excited you're here! If you're sick to the back teeth of clutter dictating your home life then we are here to help you get control back...

If you are on a mission to declutter your home it can be hard to get the balance right. In this podcast we are going to chat through some of the things to consider to make sure your decluttering projects are successfully in balance and result in a harmonious outcome. About the Declutter Hub Podcast We're Ingrid and Lesley and are super excited you're here! If you're sick to the back teeth of clutter dictating your home life then we are here to help you get control back and spend your...

My eldest son, Luke and I have always had a very open and honest dialogue which is why a recent diagnosis of ADHD left me wondering how I could have missed something so substantial and impactful when I work with people with ADHD each and every day. I’ve invited Luke onto the podcast to share his ADHD journey with us and it’s a fascinating listen. About the Declutter Hub Podcast We're Ingrid and Lesley and are super excited you're here! If you're sick to the back teeth of clutter dictating...

Today we’re here to talk about 10 things to declutter from your kitchen but there won’t be any chipped plates and expired food to be seen here. As always we are thinking outside of the box, so sit back and see how many of our 10 things you have in your kitchen. About the Declutter Hub Podcast We're Ingrid and Lesley and are super excited you're here! If you're sick to the back teeth of clutter dictating your home life then we are here to help you get control back and spend your valuable...

It’s time to delve into the world of crafting, and more specifically knitting. Ingrid and I often find where there's craft there’s clutter and where there's clutter there's craft. So in today’s podcast I’ve called on an expert to discuss her take on craft clutter. About the Declutter Hub Podcast We're Ingrid and Lesley and are super excited you're here! If you're sick to the back teeth of clutter dictating your home life then we are here to help you get control back and spend your valuable...

Deciding what to leave behind when you die is a personal decision that should be made with care and consideration for your loved ones and your own values and priorities. But how do we make sure we are leaving the right things to the right people so your legacy can be a lasting one? Mentioned in this episode: The Declutter Hub recommends StoryTerrace! About the Declutter Hub Podcast We're Ingrid and Lesley and are super excited you're here! If you're sick to the back teeth of clutter...