Redecorate and Organize
WWe’re in the middle of a full-on home project whirlwind. Our main goal is to replace the carpet with new hardwood floors, and while we’re at it, we’re repainting and reorganizing much of the house. If you follow along on social media you’ve probably seen the non-stop updates—lots of photos and the inevitable chaos that comes with a big overhaul.
With the flooring crew scheduled to remove the carpet, it made sense to repaint a few rooms beforehand. When the floors are going in, you might as well freshen up walls and ceilings too.
My bedroom is now painted Glidden Polished Grey, which I absolutely adore, and the family room ceiling is Glidden Wood Smoke — another favorite. I’ll be sharing more photos and updates as each space comes together and the projects move toward completion.
Painting ceilings before the new floors are installed is practical and efficient—less worry about drips on finished wood and fewer obstacles for the contractors. Once you decide to tackle one project, everything seems to link together: new floors, fresh paint, updated trim, and a general purge of things that no longer serve you.
To prepare for the work, we had to empty pantries, cupboards, dressers and shelves. The house becomes a staging ground of boxes and furniture as you strip spaces down to their essentials. It’s chaotic, but surprisingly motivating. Clearing everything out creates an opportunity to be selective about what goes back.
During this process you naturally part with items that are worn, unused or no longer fit the vision for your home. That makes room for the pieces you truly love. It also turns a stressful project into a refreshing reset: better flow, more function, and a calmer living space.
Of course, part of reorganizing is discovering things you forgot you had—or things you realize you don’t need. I found expired spices, dated décor, and items that have been tucked away for years. Getting ruthless with these things is liberating. If something doesn’t add beauty or function, out it goes.
As we emptied shelves and closets, we also made room for newer finds from recent shopping trips. Clearing out makes it easy to see where something new would actually fit and be appreciated, rather than just collecting more clutter.
When the vision for a room becomes clear, you gain momentum to remove anything that doesn’t belong. That might mean donating, recycling, or tossing items that have outlived their usefulness. The result is a lighter, more intentional home.
Some tasks are surprisingly bold—like hauling out an enormous, outdated television before the new stairs are installed. It’s the practical choice: remove the heavy, awkward items while you still have old carpet and easier access, rather than risk damaging new surfaces later.
This phase is a great chance to say goodbye to things you no longer need. Removing excess helps create order and a calmer environment for your family. The effort of sorting, donating and purging pays off when each room feels renewed and purposeful.
Good-bye, everything.
Stay tuned for updates on our projects—I’ll share more decorating and organizing tips, seasonal ideas, and a few summer giveaways as everything progresses.
PS: Over the weekend my blog was moved to its own server, so things should be running smoother and faster. Expect more posts and updates now that everything is back up and running.
Happy Monday, everyone! How was your weekend?
Giveaway winners:
Seattle winner: Susan
National winner: Amanda Gray
Both winners have been notified and their gift cards will be sent this week. Thanks to everyone who entered and shared their enthusiasm. HomeGoods is a great place to find pieces that help bring a refreshed home together.