There was a time when regifting felt like a taboo subject—something you’d whisper about, but never openly admit to doing. But now, as many years have passed, I’ve learned that regifting can be a truly thoughtful gesture, a way of sharing joy, and, yes, reducing the clutter in our lives. But it has to be [...]
Hi, I’m Rita Wilkins, the Downsizing Designer, and I want to talk to you today about something that many people overlook when they think about decluttering: time. Decluttering isn’t just about clearing physical space—it’s about simplifying your life so that you can reclaim time, the most valuable resource we have. We often think of decluttering [...]
Hi, I’m Rita Wilkins, the Downsizing Designer. If you’re on a journey to simplify your life, you’ve probably noticed that decluttering isn’t just about getting rid of stuff—it’s about letting go of the things that no longer serve you. One of the most challenging types of clutter to deal with is identity clutter, the things [...]
Whether you live in a small city apartment, a starter home in the suburbs, or a tiny house in your son’s backyard, this blog and video will share five design strategies to make the most of your home—regardless of its size! Living in smaller spaces does present a few challenges: Limited storage Less personal space [...]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wGb5pYe4LU0 Hi, I’m Rita Wilkins, also known as the Downsizing Designer. Welcome to my “Five in Five” series, where I share five quick tips in just five minutes about decluttering and simplifying your life. Before we get started, let me ask you a question: Do you ever wish your life was just simpler, less hectic, [...]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qgWeWJiMj40 Hi everyone, it’s Rita Wilkins, the Downsizing Designer, back with another edition of my “Five Tips in Five Minutes” series to help you declutter and simplify your life. Today, we’re tackling a common challenge: finding the motivation to declutter, especially when you just don’t feel like it. Decluttering can sometimes feel overwhelming, but with [...]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kCHstNTClWs Welcome back, everyone! It’s Rita Wilkins, the Downsizing Designer. I want to thank you for the amazing response to last week’s debut of my new series, “Rita’s Five Tips in Five Minutes,” affectionately known around here as “Rita’s Five in Five.” Today, I’m excited to talk to you about the incredible benefits of incorporating [...]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7lh-yGbRO6c Hi, I'm Rita Wilkins, also known as the Downsizing Designer. I'm thrilled to introduce you to my new YouTube series, "Five in Five," where I'll be sharing five transformative decluttering tips in just five minutes every Wednesday. These quick and effective strategies are designed to help you streamline your home and reclaim your life [...]
Hi everyone, it’s Rita Wilkins, the Downsizing Designer, back with my five quick tips in five minutes to help you declutter and simplify your life. Today’s tips are all about how to motivate yourself to declutter, even when you don’t feel like it. Let's get started! 1. Invite Friends Over There’s nothing more motivating than [...]
Hi, welcome back everyone! It's Rita Wilkins, the Downsizing Designer. Thank you for the amazing response to last week's debut of my new series, "Rita’s Five in Five." Today, I want to talk to you about the incredible benefits of incorporating short weekly decluttering tasks into your routine. By setting aside just a little time [...]
