Carla, I love how you present yourself with authenticity, and that is so refreshing to see on KZread. Your self-improvement journey isn’t stumbling toward an unrealistic standard set by social media. Your authenticity is what keeps me watching and keeps me inspired. Thank you!

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

so appreciated thank you!!

@FrogeniusW.G.

2 жыл бұрын

Same here! ♡

@hyggegirlstefx988

2 жыл бұрын

RT: Very well said!❤

@TheRonskins

2 жыл бұрын

I agree! Perfectly stated!

@TheJabberchica

2 жыл бұрын

Yesss perfectly put

I don’t want this to sound awful. You’re an inspiration for me because you and your apartment are REAL. I’ve said this before. You’re not in some really nice, fancy, expensive, staged home. I appreciate this and you.

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

i appreciate this comment more than you know!!

@angelwings1

2 жыл бұрын

Just said more or less the same. Carla is so refreshing!

Looks great! A trick I learned years ago for cleaning area rugs: after you vacuum, turn the rug over and vacuum the backside. Keep turning it back and forth, vacuuming each side, until there’s no dust coming out on the floor under it. This will help lengthen the time between shampoos.

@michigangrandma3452

2 жыл бұрын

Great idea . I also use oxyclean on it too. Works great

@mrsi82

2 жыл бұрын

Great tip+

@FrogeniusW.G.

2 жыл бұрын

Right. The upside-down thing I do too.

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

genius... thank you for that!

I actually like the oversized sofa. It looks very comfy and fills the room nicely.

@michigangrandma3452

2 жыл бұрын

Yes it's really a nice couch. Carla has great taste .

I love how down to earth you are. So many of these types of videos it seems to be all about a tonne of make up, hair done, perfect rooms and big smiley ‘look at me’. They come across as so false. Love how grounded you are and keeping it real xxx

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

thank you soooo much for watching!! ❤️❤️

Your home looks clear, cluttered free and lived in. nothing could be better. Great Job Carla

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! 😊❤️

OMG, Samson is so smart! Giving you the side-eye! Your living room looks great! I really like the yellow/white decor piece you have on the coffee table. It brings in your TV console. You are so right about having less inventory allowing you to keep your space more tidy. When I look around my place, I enjoy the “negative space“ as much as the space that has things in it. ❤️

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

thanks susan!! yes i want more negative space, it's so important in design and calming. Eventually will sell console table but letting it be for now. thanks for watching😊❤️

I've said this before and I'll say it again... your voice is SO soothing. Would definitely listen to you do a guided meditation, lol.

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

thanks chantal maybe i will do a guided clear the clutter meditation one day lol

That's the best part of decluttering is that it is easier to clean and maintain the room. Also, this gives room for changing decor if wanted. I am always taking some small bag of items to the thrift store and don't miss any of it.

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

So true!

In this apartment you can feel warmth and coziness. I like it. From Germany 🇩🇪 💜😍

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

thank you!!

I really enjoy watching your video's. They're fun, calming and I really like the kind and appreciative attitude you have towards decluttering and improving your home and yourself. I hope you post more in the future!

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!!!❤️

@hyggegirlstefx988

2 жыл бұрын

Well said!

Fewer things means easier to clean up, I agree. I need to follow your method. I think you have the best method, taking everything out of the room! And then your next method of looking at one thing at a time and making a decision about that one thing is perfect. I get overwhelmed by looking at the mass of things.

Carla, i love your progress!!! I would love to see a fiddle leaf fig tree in the corner of your living room! They’re very easy to care for and it looks like you get plenty of natural light to keep it happy! House plants are a game changer! Love you girl!

@KWilliams22

2 жыл бұрын

Yes I was thinking a nice big plant in that corner too 😍

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

i had a fiddle in my bedroom ages ago and she died :( i may have to go the artificial route but stay tuned :)

I put my tote bag & keys in my bedroom for safety reasons. My everyday shoes is in the Living Room under the coffee table becuz that’s where I sit on the couch before heading out. My place is small as well 😊 Good job 👏🏼 👏🏼

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

sounds perfect! dont you love small space living!❤️

Carpets and rugs can never get totally cleaned :( wooden floors for the win! I just want to say you do decluttering videos so well, and I love how you explain your thought process. Some people only speed themselves up and it's so boring.

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Iva!! Yea I think it's so important to show the process cuz it is so mental. Thanks for watching!!❤️

You didn't see that rug getting any cleaner as you shampooed it, but I did! Well done, that was a lot of work. You're quite right about the position of the sofa. What a great job you've done on this living room! You must feel really proud of yourself. I'm quite a lot behind you in getting things decluttered and cleaned the way I want them, but I'll get there. In the mean time, your progress is encouraging to me so keep it up! :-D Greetings to Samson as well. I laughed when you sent him to his own bed!

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

thank you for watching!! ❤️❤️

I just started watching your channel recently and love it. I realize that this video is a couple of years old but still I wanted to say that your living room didn’t even seem like it needed decluttering. To me it already seemed so minimalist and nice. I’m sure it felt great to clean it and go through everything to make sure you are only keeping things you really love or need, but I can’t even imagine having so few items out 🤩

Awesome job! For the shoes, you can get a shoe cabinet from IKEA -they have a few different versions. That way the shoes can be hidden in the cabinet and not create clutter by the door. They have a top to them so a great place to have a home for your keys and purse also.

@FrogeniusW.G.

2 жыл бұрын

True. And they are not deep. (Is that the right term?) Only 20cm from the wall or so.

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

that's what i'm thinking!!

Carla, try a plant in the empty corner of the living room, like a tree type plant that would look awsome, some plants around the house always make it better

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

stay tune for next week ... :)

@pamschonfarber1041

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheCarlaProject oh I will curious now

And I have to agree with you about dropping stuff off to donate. Taking it downstairs and getting in the car, and THEN getting it to the thrift store can be such a struggle. lol.

You need your own Talk Show. I think you would do well!💜

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

that is the sweetest thing to say thank you!!

I really like the natural light coming into your living room. Your home is relaxing.

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

Oh thank you!

Omg!!! And Samson didn't go to the rug anymore 🤣 poor guy... his little cute face. I love ypur videos 🤗

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

that look he gave me hahah 😂❤️

Hi Carla Loving your decluttering journey and the amazing progress you’ve made. Couple if suggestions but feel free to completely ignore: 1) if it fits, have you tried rotating your rug horizontally so it sits under the sofa and tv unit entirely? It might ‘zone’ your living room more distinctly. You could also try keeping the rug rotation as is and sliding it more under the sofa. A bit if trial and error. 2) for the empty corner, i seem to remember you where searching for ideas in a previous video. Perhaps you landed on an outcome but if not, maybe a small table and couple of chairs could work. You could use it for eating, reading, diy, an alternative work space etc. Again you could ‘zone’ it with your favourite wall art. It could also to give you a different perspective of the room. Anyway just some suggestions that totally depend on your own needs and lifestyle. Do what works for you!

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

yesss love the small table idea going to work on that in the new year!:) xo

Omg….Samson totally understands you when you tell him to go to his house 🥹

@TheCarlaProject

Жыл бұрын

oh he speaks english fully lol

Really happy and proud you decided to go with no shoes inside route! It will stay cleaner for sure this way ✨ loved the video as always!

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!!

For a future thing to do, there are rug cleaning services. I live in Japan and I thought it would be really expensive, but it wasn’t. You should check it out for the future. Rugs are dirtier than you think… Definitely, start taking off your shoes when you enter the house.

That basket would be cute for a place to throw shoes. I can’t remember what they are called but I bought one for a friend awhile back I love those baskets.

With the couch under the window, you should mount your tv on the wall your couch currently sits against. I think you could make it into the focal wall and draw peoples attention there instead of the entrance!

I have a bag of nails, chair felts and hook stickers just like that. 👍

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

it works right!!

Your dog is so cute. He looks at you ready for your command, and so lovingly

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

he's so smart and the sweetest!!thank you!❤️

Omg that rug changed colour! 🤣🤣

Check the width of the space between the doorframe and the couch, then you could pick up a short bookcase to sit there. You could use the shelves for shoes in a basket or 2, and then use the top of it like an end table.

Those IKEA bags are SO clutch!!

When I was washing my dishes this morning you popped in my head 😂🤗💞

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

hhahaha i am honored to be thought of during dishes 😂

The mirror in your living room looks exactly like the one I have!

great progress, it looks so light and your doggie is the sweetest doggie ever.

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

thank you he really is 😍

You should get the new rugs out they have that are washable. My daughter has one its so cute.

you are such an inspiration sorry for my bad English love from Paris France 😄😄

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

Merci beacoup!!!💕💕💕

Maybe an over-the-top-of-the-door shoe rack (the kind with pockets) for your front closet & back door. I understand you can cut them in half if you don't need so many pockets in one place. Very handy. Well done, you're rocking' right along!

@hm3217

2 жыл бұрын

I have one of those and it works great. I also use it as a limit on how many shoes I allow myself to have 🙂

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

Great idea!

You inspired me so I just cleaned out my junk drawer in the kitchen and my bedroom. I wouldn’t say I have a messy home but some things just get cluttered up and it feels so good to throw things away and put things in place again 🤍 And no shoes in the house is so much better. Ever since I moved out almost two years ago I have the no shoe rule. All my guests know and if someone is new I’ll ask them to bring extra socks or slippers if they get cold feet fast haha

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

Yay so glad to hear this and thank you!!

It looks fantastic! It's so peaceful and serene.

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

It really is!

Hi Carla! I love your videos! I'm a professional organizer. Keep at it lady! I wanted to mention to you that a perfect storage solution for your keepsake items is something I call a memory bin. You can get a clear plastic bin 66 qt or smaller at Target for like $8. Anything you don't want to display but is sentimental to you and worth storing you can put in the bin! Hope this helps! Happy holidays!

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

oh love the memory bin such a great idea thanks kori!!

You are an inspiration! And you have a great attitude, some things just have to be, and imperfections are ok!

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

thank you so much!!❤️

I agree, that’s a smart dog! It’s looking good. I guess I’m in the minority when I say a little table with two chairs for eating in that empty corner would be nice. If you have a guest over one day they will have a spot to eat at. They won’t have to sit on the couch and eat…..you could even put up some “kitchen” art on that wall to make it more of an eating space. Maybe, Perisian black and white cafe photos. Something simple

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

i agree about a little table alison! i had a dining table there before but it was too big. thinking i will do a bistro table with two chairs there after i'm done decluttering rest of house. thx!

@susannovak8263

2 жыл бұрын

Wow, I like that idea!

Love your videos and how you keep it all real. One maybe crazy idea is you could totally just swap your bedroom and your living room if making the couch work in the space isn’t coming together quite right.

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

i've thought of this too but hoping i can eventually get the space just right.❤️ thanks for watching!!

Have you tried the sofa with the left side against the back wall, and the right side coming out into the room? Might sound a bit strange, but you still have a clear walkway into the corridor and when you sit down you will have your back to the rest of the apartment and only see window. Plus you could have your TV in the left corner on an angle which would cut out glare.

So true, everything is either easier or harder than you thought!

closet declutter soon pleassseee we gotta see it

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

it's coming😂 december i think i can tackle it!

Late suggestion: I keep my coins in a recycled flip top gum dispenser in the door pocket in my car, that way it is always handy for drive thru purchases etc...Also, just saw in one of your other videos how you struggle with power cords everywhere, I have no solutions for that...they are the bane of my life also, just wanted to share your pain!😆 Love your videos, I'm bingeing! ❤

@TheCarlaProject

8 ай бұрын

Lol thank you for commiserating it’s the worst 😂

Love it! Just open and cozy!

Dear Carla, I was really waiting for your living room declutter part II: it is beautiful! Thanks for inspiring us with honesty.

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad! Thanks for watching!!❤️

I gave pillows and blankets to local animal shelters who request that sort of thing. That was my alternative to human donation locations

Really interesting to hear about the things in the box as you were decluttering. Thanks for sharing. I have a suspicion Samson will be back on the rug before you know it 🥸

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

He was 😂

What do you do with family photos/travel photos. Since nothing is on the walls? Digital album?/tv slide. I feel like You and Samson should do a fall vibes photo shoot haha

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

oh my gosh we should hahaha. I need to add photos to the walls. I just get overwhelmed with printing and framing but it is on the list! xo

Off topic comment... I saw a woman in the background of a scene in a Christmas movie today and she reminded me of you, Carla. I got so excited to tell you, like you are my IRL friend, and then remembered you don't even know me, LOL! Thanks for another great video! Your living room looks great!

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂 I LOVE IT!!!

Wow! It looks amazing. I so feel what you are talking about with the "tipping point" in decluttering. Your pup is awesome too-oh do I know the doggy side eye!! Thanks for inspiring this Seattle girl!

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

thank you diane!! that tipping point is such an amazing place to be. it was unexpected but i'm so thrilled!😍

Fantastic job! Well done! I find it super relatable because I've also recently got rid of my Lack tables 😀 don't know what it is about them, they do the job and they're cheap, but something about their style rubs me the wrong way. Also, I laughed so hard when Samson got off the rug, it's like he understands what you're saying 🤣

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

they are so cheap and i thought i would use it when i sell my console but it is the wrong height as a tv stand...almost was regretting getting rid of it bc thought maybe i could use it in my bedroom closet but it was the right decision for now. 😂❤️

@swiinka

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheCarlaProject nah you did a right thing, they have no extra storage and they're quite big, you're better off

Can't wait for the bedroom closet clear out!! Living room looks relaxed and spacious now. I can smell how fresh it is🙂

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

Me too!! thank you for watching!! ❤️❤️

It looks incredible. I noticed the same thing after decluttering. Our home is tidy more often than not and since there’s less stuff to pick up, I can spend time cleaning and keeping stuff actually clean. Which is wonderful. I don’t feel like I’m wasting my time as much as I used to, and I also feel like I have more chill time as well. I can remember spending all day Saturday and Sunday cleaning the house while my husband plays with the kids since he works all week. Now we can go out and do stuff together as a family. What a concept! Have leas stuff = having more time for life!

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

so much more free time i love it !!

I really love your videos!!! Love the realness of it all...ty!

Really good video, and it looks great. Love your process and sharing..and Samson! I will bet that you could find a canvas and paint yourself a large, simple, cool abstract piece of art vor that blank wall over the sofa 😊🤩

Hi Carla! Sharing my living room thoughts; you could keep your couch where it is and put your TV on a console I'm the corner between your bedroom and kitchen door (i think where you've ended up putting your desk). Also Alexandra Gater did a recent video building a cute diy cover for those air vents that still allows it to be used!!!

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

oh i will have to check her channel thanks for heads up!

You can cover the radiator with a tapestry or drapes.

So tidy! I need to clean a rug but instead I’ve put it away, haha. You are so good cleaning yours. I tried having blank walls lasted about a week and now every wall in our living room has a picture or something on it, I’m a maximalist, where you drop stuff to goodwill I shop goodwill. Great video as always, maybe today I clean the rug. Thank you and Hi from New Zealand.

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

hahaha i am a little bit of both and love thrifting for gems too...especially when i travel!

Loved the living room videos, great job! You’ve shown that you don’t need new stuff to transform your space 💛

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

this is true!! thanks love!

Looking so fresh and clean! It's amazing how "less is more" when you declutter, and keeping places tidy becomes so much easier.

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

So true!

Love it! I was waiting for this video! :D

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!!

You did a marvelous job ,love it

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

thank you!❤️

Living room looks great!! Love your videos.

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

So glad! thank you!❤️

It look good

I love it!

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

thanks carla! :)

Thank you for sharing your journey with us. :)

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

More to come!

Lovely vid 👍 room looks very clean & calming 🤗

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! 😊

Love your channel!❤️

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you ❤️☺️

Hey Carla, I’m a new subscriber. I know I’m late but I think the sofa is a good size for the room. If the furniture is too small it makes it look cheap. Now that lime green table hum….Can’t wait to see more from you.

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

lol thank you!! and thanks for subbing too!!❤️

I lurve free stuff! Now I find other people who like free stuff and give all my stuff to them lol! I really liked the sofa when you turned it towards the window in Vid1. Yes it cut the room but made half the room a cosy living room and then extended the hallway and made it a throughway - which gave you another room. That corner with the small white table could become a feature storage corner?

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

lol it is the best giving my stuff to friends and seeing them using them!

One thing I’ve implemented with free or cheap stuff is that I Ask myself if I would have paid for the item? If no, then it’s a no thank you. Your Livingroom looks great! 🌟

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

Great tip!!thank you!❤️

Decorative keepsake box.....love it ❤️ looks amazing!

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 🤗

@tamoracernyprofessionalorg7647

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheCarlaProject your welcome!

I LOVE these cleaning videos 😍

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

You deserve a nice treat.great job.the space and your couch looks so relaxing now

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 🤗

Yay been waiting for this one! I really enjoy watching your videos! I love your approach. It makes me feel like I can do it too! 💜

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

thank you and yes you can!

Love! So fresh and so clean! Minimalism mama! ❤

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

Yes! Thank you!

I knew it was only a matter of time till I saw those stickers bite the dust. Samson looked so cute in all the shots. He obviously needs his own channel.

Well done!! I love your approach to decluttering and the results are terrific. You inspire me ✨

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad! Thank you so much!❤️

I have a big clear plastic tub for my keepsakes that I do not want out on display, It keeps them safe and clean, and they are easily accessible if I want to look at them.

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

basket survived. now in my kitchen not sure what i'll do with it next...😄

You are getting there!! 🤗

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

Yes I am!!

Hey I’m so happy to be one of your new subscribers. I’m watching your part 2 declutter video and enjoying it.

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

Welcome!! Thanks for subbing!!❤️

Was waaaiiting on this video. 😁 Yes, it is the small improvements we make and little habit changes that set you up for better success! Thank you, C. ❤️❤️❤️

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

So true!thank you!❤️

4:05 Like a squirrel!! 😄

Fun cleaning with you! So true about actually driving to donate is the hardest part. My trunk is always full because I’m waiting to donate til I have more stuff because I dread going 😂. Samson knowing you mean go to his bed and his faces are adorable. Satisfying to see that dirty rug water!

Your videos are super relaxing with your chill vibes after hammering college work. Keep up the good work ♥️ ♥️♥️

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them!

I love your personality and always look forward to your videos. Also, Samson is so cute and smart and such a good companion! Thank you 😊

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching!!

Lovely video again, take care 😍♥️

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

thanks love!

I really love your videos! Yes definitely having fewer things and everything you have has a home makes keeping a clean and tidy home much easier. Even with a family of three I also discovered the same peace and resulting tidiness. Goodluck on your journey.

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

thank you regina well said!!xx

Amazed about your progress, you are doing so well and you radiate this positive peaceful energy 🤗 Your space looks really nice...just wanna share my thoughts: I would paint the yellow TV console in a neutral colour, that fit to the rug and sofa (nature white, grey or brown), and I would order a shoe cabinet from Ikea, they have really small ones that fit everywhere and store a lot of shoes vertically...

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

planning on ikea shoe cabinet yes thank you!! oh and plan on selling the console pretty soon! :)

You are doing so good, I can hear the difference in your voice and puppy is intelligent!! 💜

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

You are so kind

Love you videos so much! And Sampson is a little legend 🤣😍🐶

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

hahaha yes he is a legend love that 😂❤️

Amazing job! It looks so calm and serene.... also, I'm here for the Samson content - he's so cute and curious!

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

he has a lot going on in there..so smart!❤️

Hi Carla! Going to declutter today so this was perfect! Totally love your couch and am looking into getting one for our home. Looks like it’s the perfect size and coziness for my little family. Love the side eye Samson gave you 😂♥️

@TheCarlaProject

2 жыл бұрын

thank you betsy!! the sofa is really comfy so definitely recommend. it's jolene sofa at macys❤️