Kim Kubsch Preventing unwanted gifts is a tough one, yet nobody wants items that won’t be used or those that clutter the home. There are many reasons for giving and receiving clutter-free gifts, such as: Lack of space, Reducing clutter and overabundance, Protecting the environment with less in the landfill, and Valuing material possessions less…
Tag: Joyful Downsizing
April 2026, Features
Why Your Kids Don’t Want Your Stuff
Kim Kubsch Do you feel you have reached the age or time when you need to decide to divide, disperse, or dispose of your stuff—from accumulated dishes, books, tools, furniture, and memorabilia? Have your kids created established homes, marriages, and babies? Will they want to inherit your vast inventory of lifelong treasures or mementos that…
Features, March 2026
Joyful Downsizing: Secrets to Stay Organized
Kim Kubsch Your home should be a reflection of what you love, a space that you feel good about and that functions well for you and your loved ones. Here are six secrets to stay organized: Secret #1: Don’t buy stuff you don’t need. If you keep buying stuff that you don’t necessarily need, it’s…
October 2025, Features
No Need to Buy More, Just Re-Design with What You Have!
Kim Kubsch Redesigning your home using only what you already have is a fantastic way to refresh your space without spending money! Rethink how things can be used differently by repurposing and rearranging. 1. Declutter First • Clear the Space: Remove unnecessary items to make it easier to visualize how to use things you already…
September 2025, Features
Travel Bag Organization Makes Travel More Fun!
Kim Kubsch After you research the weather forecast and main attractions, it’s time to make a vacation packing list. The list is the best way to write everything down on paper or in your phone. Organize the list into clothing, shoes, documents/electronics, and hygiene products/cosmetics. Itemize by bag: personal carry-on bag (purse), carry-on suitcase, backpack,…
July 2025, Features
How to Create a Fitness Hub in Your Home
Kim Kubsch Transforming any space into a fitness hub is a productive and convenient way to invest in your health. Here is a step-by-step guide to add fitness in your home! 1. Assess the space • Measure the dimensions of your space. What equipment and fitness activities will fit? • Check the ceiling height to…
June 2025, Features
How to Declutter with Health Challenges
Kim Kubsch Tired of living with all of that clutter, yet health challenges don’t allow you the ability or energy to get rid of it? Here are a few tips to keep in mind as you navigate the decluttering process: 1. Take it slow. It’s totally okay to acknowledge any limitations you might be facing…
May 2025, Features
Why Organize Your Digital Legacy?
Kim Kubsch In this digital age, we rely heavily on computers and laptops for email and business, on the conveniences of smartphones to stay in touch with people and pay bills, and we use wearable devices to track our physical activity. We also rely on various online accounts like Zelle or Venmo to stream a…
April 2025, Features
Secrets to Stay Organized
Kim Kubsch Your home should be a reflection of what you love, a space that you feel good about, and that functions well for you and your loved ones. To achieve this, here are five secrets of organized people: Secret #1: Always put things back where they belong. Put things back where they belong as…
February 2025, Features
Purge Clothing to Sell
Kim Kubsch Once you have purged your clothing items out, separate them into three categories. Sell Individually: Brand names and highly sought-after pieces that someone may search for specifically. Examples include designer handbags, expensive coats, limited edition dresses, and hard-to-find shoes. Consignment: Mid-range brand names and good-quality pieces that are still in season and on…