The Declutter Hub Podcast

It's National Organising Week in the UK and the theme is all about food waste. So Lesley and Ingrid have recorded a podcast all about getting organised in your kitchen and reducing food waste. For detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As Halloween approaches, Ingrid and Lesley talk all about keeping decorations and fancy dress under control. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode we talk about the importance of preparing a decluttering project for success. For detailed show notes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode Ingrid talks to Canadian Professional Organiser, Mylène all about her tips for meal planning for your family. For detailed show notes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In part 3 of this series on loft decluttering and organising, we talk about the final stage - zoning and organising your loft to ensure ongoing success. For detailed show notes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Part 2 of this loft series we talk about the logistics of organising a loft and discuss typical questions to ask yourself to ensure success. For detailed show notes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Part 1 of this three part series on loft decluttering, we talk about the emotions and psychology involved. For detailed show notes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Lesley talks to Nicki Munns from All Organised, based in Kent. Nicki is a specialist in downsizing working with the Senior Move Partnership. Nicki tells us the things you need to think about when you are moving from a larger property to a smaller home. For detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode Lesley and Ingrid discuss the emotions, habits and personal circumstances that stop us from achieving a clutter free home. We also chat about our brand new membership The Declutterhub and explain what we offer if you join. For detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Ingrid and Lesley talk all about email overload and how to overcome it. For detailed show notes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, we talk about what you can do to prepare yourself and your family when the kids go back to school. For detailed show notes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Ingrid talks to Miami based Rivka Caroline about how, as a mum of 7, it was easier to be organised than disorganised. For detailed show notes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Lesley finds out about Ingrid's life before becoming a Professional Organiser and what led her to this role. For detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode we talk about decluttering your car so it doesn't become a dumping ground. For detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode we discuss how to get your instruction manuals in order. Instruction manuals for appliances, furniture and toys are often strewn around the home in drawers, cupboards and files and rarely get looked at. Decluttering them is straightforward and here we give some hints and tips so you have only what you need. For detailed show notes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this podcast Lesley talks to Clutter Fairy client, Cheryl Magowan, about the impact the decluttering journey had on her life and the change in direction she subsequently followed. For detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Ingrid and Lesley talk about how things in Lesley's life guided her down a path towards becoming a Professional Organiser. For detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, we discuss how to pack your suitcase for a holiday, what to bring and how to maximise the space. For detailed show notes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Utility rooms can become a dumping ground. To ensure they are effective, you need to keep on top of decluttering and organising. For detailed show notes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode we discuss why you shouldn't ignore jewellery when decluttering and organising your bedroom. For detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest expert Jo Jacob explains how to declutter, organise, digitise and back up your photo collection. For detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode we talk about how satisfying decluttering and organising stationery can be. We explore the stationery items in your drawer that have been around for years and why it's time to let some go. For detailed show notes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode we talk about the dreaded junk drawer, the kinds of things we find in one, how to declutter it and how to organise it well using containers so you can find the important things you need. For detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this podcast, Lesley and Ingrid explore how difficult decluttering makeup is if you are a huge makeup fan. We explore how hygiene is important when decluttering and how best to organise your makeup. For detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this podcast Lesley talks to Kate Ibbotson, Yorkshire based professional organiser and owner of A Tidy Mind, about decluttering and organising children's toys. For detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We discuss the special things that form part of our children's lives and how we can distinguish quality over quantity so we don't become overwhelmed with sentimental items. For detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Garages end up being dumping grounds for lots of random stuff that no longer lives in your home. In this podcast Lesley and Ingrid chat about how to declutter, sort and organise your garage. For detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Moving house is considered one of the most stressful things in life! In this podcast Lesley and Ingrid talk about how to plan a house move and all things that need to be sorted and done to make it go as smoothly as possible. For detailed show notes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode we are talking to guest expert Nadia Arbach from Clear The Decks in Oxford. Nadia is a professional declutterer, creativity coach, host of the “Declutter and Organize Your Sewing Space “ podcast and creator of four online courses. We talk about the 7 habits that crafters typically have that cause clutter in their creative work spaces and what the solutions are to these habits. For detailed show notes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Does your under stairs cupboard look like a tardis? In this podcast Lesley and Ingrid talk about how to take back control of your under stairs cupboard. We talk about what we have found in under stairs cupboards, what the general problems are and how you can sort it! For detailed show notes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Ingrid and Lesley talk about the benefits of hiring a Professional Organiser to help you in your home, what to expect, what to ask and how they can help you. For detailed show notes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Lesley talks to friend and personal stylist, Colette Ali. Colette discusses the importance of feeling good in all the clothes in your wardrobe, how we should research before we shop, why buying quality is a must, the importance of looking after your clothes and the need to understand your own body shape. For detailed show notes visit declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Do you want to organise your wardrobe like a pro? In this podcast Lesley and Ingrid chat about what you can do to create a beautiful looking wardrobe. We talk about different hangers, whether to hang or fold, how to create categories and how to make sure your wardrobe works for you. Don’t micro-organise, but create a system that makes sense to you and works with the space you have. For detailed show notes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this podcast, Lesley talks to Liz Law from Let Liz Clean Up Your Clutter. Liz is a professional Ebay seller and manages the Ebay sales process for clients from start to finish. When we declutter our homes, often we have certain items that still have value and could potentially be sold. Ebay is often the place that people go to sell their stuff but is it worth it. But should do the selling yourself and if so, how do you manage that in the most efficient, effective way? For detailed show notes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this podcast Lesley and Ingrid chat about the most efficient way to declutter a wardrobe. We share a step by step process with our listeners so you can follow this plan when you are going to declutter your wardrobes. Our tried and tested process makes for a good plan when you’re ready to start your sorting. For detailed show notes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today’s episode Lesley and Ingrid are talking about the psychology behind decluttering clothes. For some people decluttering their clothes is very hard to do and a lot of emotions are connected to it. Lifestyle changes, fluctuations in weight, too many of the same type of clothing, feeling guilty and sentimental items are all reasons why decluttering clothes can be daunting. For detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today's episode Lesley and Ingrid talk about command centre organising. A command centre is a central area in your home where whoever is involved in managing daily and weekly planning and routines keeps all the important stuff together. This place is very often in the kitchen but we'll discuss different options of where this command centre can be and what things you would find there. For detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode we are talking to guest expert Juliet Landau-Pope from JLP Coach, who’s a mentor, editor, consultant and author of 2 books. Juliet is an expert in procrastination and has written “what’s your excuse for not being more productive”. We talk about overcoming your excuses, stop procrastinating and getting things done. For detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How to declutter a kitchen like a pro! The kitchen is the heart of the home and an important room to get right. Lesley and Ingrid chat about accessibility, compromising and logic when you are decluttering your kitchen. For detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

One of the main benefits of having decluttered and organised paperwork is that you can save a heap of money. Lesley and Ingrid talk through a list of options that you can try, to save your hard earned cash. For detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s episode is all about Marie Kondo. Her new show Tidying Up on Netflix has everyone talking about decluttering and organising. Lesley and Ingrid chat about her methodology (clothes, books, paper, komono and sentimental items), folding clothes and the meaning of spark joy. For detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode we are talking to guest expert Anne Blumer from Solutions for You and author of Mastering the Business of Organizing. Anne has created a 5 Steps to Organizing Process and she also shares her 10 organizing principles. In this episode we also discuss why decluttering memorabilia is so hard and what questions you can ask yourself when decluttering. For detailed show notes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's episode is all about how long you need to keep paperwork in your filing system. Lesley and I discuss the different categories of paperwork and how long we keep them. Decide what your own comfort zone is and how long you feel comfortable keeping paperwork. Some people want to go paperless, while others want to keep everything for 7-10 years. There is no right or wrong way as long as it’s all organised and you can find it when you need it. For detailed show notes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode we are talking about the 10 top tips to start you on your decluttering journey in 2019. Having a plan, being realistic, getting started, choosing your destination and organising for your lifestyle are just a few of the topics being discussed. These 10 top tips are an ideal starting point if you have made decluttering your New Year’s resolution. For detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today's episode, Lesley talks to two friends who embarked on a challenge to change their clothes shopping behaviours. We talk about the psychology of shopping, the details of their challenge and most importantly what they learnt from the process and whether they would recommend it for anyone who wants to challenge themselves in the New Year. For detailed show notes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's the final countdown until Christmas! We realise that there are still lots of things to do, but if you plan your tasks you will be finished on time. In this episode Lesley and I will be talking you through the last minute preparations, so you're ready to enjoy this magical time of year. For detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Your bathroom is one of the smallest, but most important spaces of your home. It always surprises us how long it takes to sort through lotions, potions, perfumes and makeup, but the payback in time and money is worth it. In this episode we discuss the key things to remember when you declutter your bathroom. For detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today's episode Lesley and Ingrid chat about planning ahead for a super organised Christmas. December is always a very busy time of year, so we like to get stuff done in November so you can enjoy the holiday season. For more detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest interview with Leslie Josel, owner of Order Out of Chaos, and a global expert in ADHD and chronic disorganisation. Leslie explains that she works a lot with students who struggle with space, stuff, but mainly time manangement. For detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our guest today is Jo Middleton, who was a client at The Clutter Fairy. It's important that we get perspectives on decluttering from people who have had clutter and disorganisation in their lives and have turned a corner. For detailed shownotes go to declutterhub.com/the-podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices