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Moving Into A New Home And Downsizing
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Moving Into A New Home And Downsizing

Moving Into A New Home And Downsizing

Living A More Abundant Life With Less – Downsizing And Decluttering Does your life seem too cluttered? Do you yearn for a life that is both simpler and richer? The solution you need could surprise you! I’m Rita Wilkins, or as some know me, “The Downsizing Designer.” I’ve learned that, through downsizing, I am able to lead a life that is [...]

By Rita's Minimalist Essentials|2021-03-15T08:48:26+00:00March 5th, 2021|decluttering tips, Decorating, Design, design ideas, downsizing, downsizing tips|Comments Off

How To Take Your “Cloffice” To A Whole New Level: Home Office Organizing 2.0
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How To Take Your “Cloffice” To A Whole New Level: Home Office Organizing 2.0

How To Take Your “Cloffice” To A Whole New Level: Home Office Organizing 2.0

BY RITA WILKINS THE DOWNSIZING DESIGNER Can you believe that it’s been almost a year since the pandemic struck and we were all suddenly required to shelter in place and to figure out how to work and learn from home full time. Most of us scrambled to find places in our home where we could [...]

By Downsizing Decluttering|2021-03-02T09:10:02+00:00March 2nd, 2021|decluttering tips, Decorating, Design, design ideas, how to utilize space in your house, Interior design, Interiors, redecorating tips, Space Planning|Comments Off

Bring on the Romance! How to Design a Minimalist Master Bedroom Retreat You’ll Love Year-Round
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Bring on the Romance! How to Design a Minimalist Master Bedroom Retreat You’ll Love Year-Round

Bring on the Romance! How to Design a Minimalist Master Bedroom Retreat You’ll Love Year-Round

BY RITA WILKINS THE DOWNSIZING DESIGNER Have you ever wanted to make your master bedroom your own private refuge? A place just for the two of you, a romantic getaway in your own home… not just for Valentine’s day or special birthday or anniversary, but for all year long.A room that the minute you [...]

By Downsizing Decluttering|2021-02-25T18:17:32+00:00February 25th, 2021|Decorating, design ideas, Interior design, minimalism, redecorating tips|Comments Off

5 Top Design Secrets for Designing Your Small Spaces
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5 Top Design Secrets for Designing Your Small Spaces

5 Top Design Secrets for Designing Your Small Spaces

By Rita Wilkins The Downsizing Designer Designing small spaces is absolutely one of my favorite topics. Although for many of you who know me well or who have followed me for a while, you know that I have many favorite topics that are design-related because I love what I do. But this is personal! Many [...]

By Downsizing Decluttering|2021-01-19T18:53:03+00:00January 19th, 2021|Decorating, design ideas, Home Decorating, how to utilize space in your house, Interior design, living in smaller spaces|Comments Off

Do You Want to Learn a Few Tricks of the Design Trades for Refreshing Your Home Without Spending a Dime?
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Do You Want to Learn a Few Tricks of the Design Trades for Refreshing Your Home Without Spending a Dime?

Do You Want to Learn a Few Tricks of the Design Trades for Refreshing Your Home Without Spending a Dime?

By Rita Wilkins The Downsizing Designer My mom used to call it as “making due”, a good old fashion word for repurposing, reusing, and recycling, using what you already have so you can stay on a budget and still make your home look new again. Believe it or not, this is one of my favorite [...]

By Downsizing Decluttering|2021-01-04T14:53:23+00:00December 1st, 2020|decluttering tips, Decorating, design ideas, Interior design|Comments Off

Start Refreshing Your Home Without Spending A Dime
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Start Refreshing Your Home Without Spending A Dime

Start Refreshing Your Home Without Spending A Dime

How Can To Refresh Your Home Without Spending A Dime I’m Rita Wilkins – also known as the “downsizing designer.” As some of you already know, I am living with 95% less than what I used to own and I have never been happier. As the downsizing designer, I help others learn how to start [...]

By Rita's Minimalist Essentials|2020-11-23T14:10:53+00:00November 6th, 2020|Decorating, design trends, downsizing, how to utilize space in your house, redecorating tips|Comments Off

Do You Have a Love-Hate Relationship with Your Bathroom?
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Do You Have a Love-Hate Relationship with Your Bathroom?

Do You Have a Love-Hate Relationship with Your Bathroom?

Do You Want to Fall in Love All Over Again? By Rita Wilkins The Downsizing Designer It might surprise you, but according to a survey by “Bathroom Habits,” the average American spends: 3o minutes each day in the bathroom. 182 hours each year. And, that’s just the average! And, that’s a whole lot of time [...]

By Rita Wilkins|2021-02-01T12:27:57+00:00September 1st, 2020|A Peek into Your Good Life, Baby Boomers, Bathroom Remodel, Decorating, Design, design trends, Home Decorating, Interior design, Interiors, Space Planning, trending|Comments Off

Empty Nester? What’s Next?
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Empty Nester? What’s Next?

Empty Nester? What’s Next?

You just dropped off your youngest child at college and moved him into his dorm. The ride home seems longer. It’s quiet and tearful. You walk through the front door of your home where there are no more lacrosse sticks or gym bags to trip over. There are no dirty socks on the family room [...]

By Rita Wilkins|2023-11-06T10:11:58+00:00September 11th, 2019|A Peek into Your Good Life, Aging in place, Baby Boomers, bucket list, community, Concepts, decluttering tips, Decorating, Design, design trends, downsizing, empty nest, freedom, Home Decorating, Interior design, Interiors, lifestyle, minimalism, motivation, personal growth, retirement, simplicity, simplify your life, Start Your Good Life, Starting the Good Life, time, travel|Comments Off

8 Hacks to Glam Up Your Small Space
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8 Hacks to Glam Up Your Small Space

8 Hacks to Glam Up Your Small Space

As a specialist in downsizing, along with years of remodeling for clients, I have come across many unique small homes that do a wonderful job of maximizing available space. The trick be minimal in your approach: remove clutter and focus on features that elicit feelings of openness: light, simplicity and air. But we need our [...]