Posts

The Ultimate Decluttering List

Image
I Promise—You Don’t Need These Things Thoughts From a Professional Organizer After over three years running my professional organizing business, KAS KONCEPTS , I’ve worked in many homes - large homes, small homes, family homes, single-person homes, and everything in between. Different lifestyles, different life stages, different reasons for clutter. But here’s something I’ve noticed: the same items show up again and again. Almost every client has a collection of things they’ve been holding onto “just in case,” out of habit, or simply because they never got around to dealing with them. And almost every client says the same thing after decluttering them: “I wish I had done this sooner.” So take it from both me and my clients - these are the things you probably don’t need anymore and can declutter right now. The Ultimate Decluttering List Things You Definitely Have Too Many Of Reusable bags - you really only need 4-6 good ones . Extra pillowcases. Towels you never use. More than one ...
Post a Comment
Read more

I’m Moving, Again… Thoughts From a Professional Organizer

Image
Truth be told, I’ve probably lost track of how many times I’ve moved in my 42 years. I’ve always been a little in awe of people who say their parents still live in their childhood home - who can go back and sleep in the same bedroom they grew up in. That idea feels wild to me. And also incredibly comforting. But that has never been my reality. My version of normal is movement. New homes, new cities, sometimes even new countries. Starting from scratch more times than most people can imagine. And while that might sound exhausting to some, it’s simply the life I know. Most of my moves have felt like the next right thing . Some, especially in childhood, weren’t my choice. But once I was old enough to decide for myself, my moves were driven by school, work, and the pull of new adventures. Along the way, I realized something important: I can make almost anywhere feel like home. Which surprises people - because despite all the moving, I’m actually a bit of a homebody. So here I am again. Movi...
Post a Comment
Location: London, ON, Canada
Read more

Yes — Professional Organizers Do Get Scammed - Thoughts from a Professional Organizer

Image
  Here’s how I avoided losing thousands of dollars, and the red flags that saved me In mid-December 2025, I received an email inquiry for a home setup and unpacking project.  The client was relocating to London for work in February 2026 and needed a full-home setup after delivery of furniture, décor, and household items. They outlined the scope clearly: An empty home being fully set up Items delivered over two dates Coordination with third-party vendors ( movers, delivery teams, an electrician ) A requested pre-visit date and a firm setup deadline On paper, it sounded like a dream project: a blank slate, almost all new items, and full-home setup. Honestly? It felt almost too good to be true . The Early Process I replied confirming availability and walked them through my standard process: Consultation ( virtual or in-person ) Signed contract Deposit based on an estimated quote He was eager to move forward quickly and wanted the contract drawn up right away. While he re...
Post a Comment
Location: London, ON, Canada
Read more