Thursday, January 10, 2013

Behind the Blog: Clutter Confessions

Confession time - we are not that organized, shocking I know.  Some areas of our life are definitely more organized than others but, when it comes to small spaces in our home - it can be a struggle.   Its something that is actually starting to drive me crazy and something I haven't really wanted to tackle...until now.  There has to be some better solutions for the clutter chaos we have going on - especially in places like drawers and cabinets.  Plus, its the beginning of the year - the perfect time to begin a big clean-out and organization of sorts, I'm know I'm ready for it.  So whose with me?!

But first you would probably like to see our disaster.  For us, its really the small spaces that have gone awry (and maybe Silas' room, shhh don't tell).  So be prepared - these are not pretty shots.  This is real life people.  Up first, our pretty secretary desk...isn't it nice?


But if we peek inside, we will see a different story...


Whoops - chaos abounds.  This is one of those areas that I don't think I have even looked in or used in several months because I know its a total disaster and I don't even want to try.  So here it has sat all neglected and over stuffed.  I have no idea what is even in this thing.  The only thing this desk has been used for recently is for stuffing stuff in that we didn't know where else to put.  Well things will be a changing soon little desk.


Whose up for some crazy drawer photos?  All of you? Great!...below is our kitchen junk drawer.  Every house has to have one right?  We have like 50 (not really, but really).


Below is our beside drawers.  Justin's and Mine respectively.  Can't really tell a difference here - we are both good at this. 



Next up is some crazy shelf organizing  clutter.  This cabinet is in our main bathroom and its another place that I haven't really done anything with since we moved in except for to shove stuff in.  Mysteries abound in there.


In the back of the house we have some shelves.  I have tried to slowly work on getting this spot organized.  Its not too bad (compared to the rest) but it still needs a ton of work.  I just don't think this space is being utilized correctly so I have some changes in mind.



I also have a little idea for hiding this hot water heater - updates to come.


So, if you are wondering - I have begun my quest!  Woohoo.  I must add, I'm not trying to achieve perfection here.  I know our home is lived in and a perfectly clutter free home is kind of ridiculous to assume.  I would just like to achieve better function - and also to not avoid some spots in our house because they are in chaos.  If I can get some systems working then I think we can maintain a decent level of controlled chaos...hopefully.


Oh, if any of you are journeying on similar quests I must tell you that Michael's is currently running a sale on all of their organization systems - which includes all bins, baskets and boxes!  I picked up some the other day - all buy one, get one free!  That's like a jackpot in the organization world.  Boxes ain't cheap friends.


Whew, well nothing like sharing your mess with the whole world to light a fire under your behind.  It feels quite good to let it all out.  This blog just got real.  And now I'm loosing my mind.  So anyone else have an itch to take back over your desks, drawers, shelves and cabinets?  Or maybe just one of those things since we seem to be living in clutter chaos over here!  Who else has the organization bug?  Share with me!

Happy Thursday!

14 comments:

  1. I'm with ya sister! My hidden spaces are a mess! I just love the boxes and baskets from Micheals..great taste!

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    1. It happens so fast too right? Thanks! They had some great choices on storage! Have a great weekend!!

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  2. Me, me, me! I have a few areas that require major organizing. Hmmm, but will I get to it?
    I agree with Jamie. You picked up some great stuff from Michaels! :)

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    1. I know, I have been so unmotivated to do it - for me its just starting, that's the worst part. Have a great weekend!

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  3. Good post! It's nice to know that not everyone is perfect so maybe for a second I can feel like I'm not the only slacker in the world! I'm working on getting more organized in 2013!

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    1. Thanks Laurie! I am faaarrrr from perfect and so is my house! But really, whose house is? I'm going to try to get more organized too!

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  4. Thank you for your honest pictures. I can relate to being overwhelmed with clutter, in fact I'm still cleaning out some hall drawers right now. I'm stopping by from aloha blog hop. Nice to meet you.
    Leslie (aka Gwen Moss)

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    1. Its so easy for me to get overwhelmed with it! The hardest part for me can just be getting started! Thanks for stopping by!! Heading over to your blog!
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  5. haha it's so me! my hidden space are completely unorganized! Maybe 2013 will finally be my year to get organized and clearing mess.

    http://nondieter.blogspot.com

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    1. I hope it will be for me too! Its so easy to close to door or drawer and forget its not there!! Thanks for stopping by!

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  6. Great post! I am always getting rid of things because I can't stand clutter. We are stopping by from the Aloha Blog Hop!

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    1. Thank you and thanks for stopping by and for following!!

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  7. Hehe! Those drawers look familiar... I have a habit of throwing everything in whatever drawer is nearest to 'tidy up' when someone comes round. Problem is, I never re-organise it... Maybe now I might get motivated, I'll have to go check out Michaels sale! New follower here from the Aloha Friday hop :)

    http://www.lapetitelulu.com/

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    1. haha! I am the best and tidying up that way!! I'm trying to get a grip on the situation though and get a better system for organization! Thanks so much for stopping by! Heading over to your blog!!

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