Ask Jes: Photo Storage Tips, Dealing with a Flooded Basement, and More! - It's All Clutter

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29th Sep 2023

Ask Jes: Photo Storage Tips, Dealing with a Flooded Basement, and More!

In this Ask Jes episode, we're diving into your most pressing decluttering dilemmas. Join us as we explore practical solutions for storing and organizing photos, dealing with flooded basements, managing tiny toy chaos, and taming a sprawling jewelry collection. Our goal is to provide you with actionable tips and insights to transform your living spaces.

📸 Question 1: Photo Storage and Organization 📸

"Look at the big picture: photo storage and organization"

Discover the best practices for keeping your cherished photos safe and accessible. Whether you're torn between using envelopes or albums, we're here to guide you in finding the perfect solution. Learn how to protect your photos from temperature changes, humidity, and potential disasters, all while ensuring easy access.


📸 Question 2: Managing School Photos and Duplicates 📸

Wondering what to do with all those school photos and duplicates you've stumbled upon? We've got your back! Learn the art of digitization and how to curate a collection that truly matters.


🏠 Question 3: Dealing with a Flooded Basement 🏠

"Why you should not use your basement for storage!" & "Flooded Basement? Beware of this health hazard!"

If you're struggling with a basement that keeps flooding, this segment is for you. Gain insights into the cost of maintenance, the worth of using the space for storage, and essential steps to address this persistent issue.


🧸 Question 4: Taming Tiny Toys Everywhere! 🧸

"Tiny Toys EVERYWHERE!?"

Parents, rejoice! We're sharing expert strategies to wrangle those tiny toys like a pro. From McDonald's toys to Legos, find out how to create defined spaces for each collection, maintaining both organization and sanity.


💍 Question 5: Organizing a Jewelry Collection 💍

"Organizing a giant collection of jewelry?"

Calling all jewelry enthusiasts! Dive into the world of jewelry organization with us. From practical storage solutions to the joy of committing to wearing your beautiful pieces, we'll help you navigate your overflowing collection.


Join us in unraveling these decluttering challenges and arming yourself with actionable insights. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode of decluttering wisdom. Let's transform your spaces, one question at a time!


Got more questions? Drop them in the comments below and stay tuned for more decluttering insights. Your journey to an organized and stress-free life begins now! 🌟


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It's All Clutter
How to deal with ALL of the clutter life throws at you!
Jes Marcy is a Clutter Coach and Advice Columnist who believes that all our clutter is connected (the stuff on the floor, the wonky finances, the difficult relationships) and it's ALL clutter!

Her fully integrated approach to dealing with clutter results in the most practical advice woven into mind-blowing ah-ha monents on each episode. And the results speak for themselves. Jes Marcy has helped thousands of clients declutter their homes once and for all and find empowerment in all areas of their lives as a result.

If you are looking for something new and different when it comes to clutter, this is the podcast for you!

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Jessica Marcy

I have always been impacted by my physical surroundings. Growing up I spent a lot of time reorganizing my room, moving my furniture around, redecorating, and trying to help contain the stuff in our lives. For me, there is no better feeling than being in a freshly reenergized space. Having a home that feels perfect for you adds a tremendous amount of value to our lives.

In the past two decades, my personal and professional lives have taken many different forms, but my childhood interests in decluttering, organizing, physical spaces, and systems have remained the common threads. I considered Professional Organizing as a career at every twist and turn along the way, but always chose a parallel route - a Master's in Archival Science, a pop-up children's consignment sale business, fund-raising, communications and event planning, food blogging, homesteading, and raising a family are just some of the fun adventures I've had.

Eventually, my "hobby" of helping everyone I know declutter, organize, arrange and decorate their space was clearly more than a hobby and it was the exact right time to jump fully into the Professional Organizing world. When I did, I brought a slew of complementary skills and lessons from my previous ventures, jobs, successes, and failures.

I currently work with clients virtually, in workshops, in online group settings, over the phone, and in their homes and offices. I refer to my style of Professional Organizing "Prioritize Your Sanity" because that is always the goal of this work we do together. When your space supports your life, you are free to focus on what really matters.

My work today brings together everything that I've learned over the years plus it enables me to work directly with people and see such dramatic transformations in their lives. Every day I feel inspired by my clients.

Decluttering and organizing is not simply throwing out your possessions, or sorting them into clear bins with beautiful labels. It's figuring out how you can create an environment that supports you and your family every day. It's about honoring your past, dreaming of your future, and creating space to live in the moment. It's a beautiful journey, and I would love the opportunity to support you along the way.