Living with Intention Is: Choosing Peace Over Clutter Part 2

Part 2 - Before & After

Hello Bloomers!

A few posts back (March 5 - Living with Intention Is: Choosing Peace Over Clutter) I shared that I am reorganizing my home studio.

In an effort to make my workspace more light, open and intentionally designed, I took inventory of how I wanted to use my space, and what I wanted that to look and feel like.

When our surroundings are filled with clutter—both physical and mental—it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and distracted. It personally causes me anxiety! Part 1 of my journey was transforming one shelf to store all my gift wrapping & crafting supplies.

Today, I share Part 2! I focused on organizing my second shelf to store all my gifting items - and now it’s my official gift stash!

Assess, Declutter, Organize

I love picking up thoughtful little treasures when I see them, whether it’s for a last-minute hostess gift, a sweet thank-you, or something I know a family member will love. Having them all organized and ready to go makes gift-giving so much more fun (and stress-free)!

To recap, my home studio is more than just a place to work—it’s a space where I:

• Wrap gifts– I love having a dedicated gift-wrapping station where I can easily grab ribbons, tags, and wrapping paper to make every present feel special.

• Craft and create – Whether it's designing templates, making handmade gifts, or working on seasonal DIY projects, I need an organized area where my creativity can flow without distraction.

• Store gifts for loved ones – Throughout the year, I find the perfect little gifts for family, friends, and hostess occasions. Having a designated space to store and organize these gifts makes holidays and celebrations so much easier!

Organized & Labeled

The first step to my process was:

• Assessing what I truly need – What brings me joy and serves my creative process? What’s just taking up space?

• Decluttering & organize with intention – Letting go of supplies, decorations, or clutter that no longer fits my vision.  And organizing with bins and labels.

• Creating functional zones – A designated area for gift wrapping, crafting, and gift storage, so everything has its place.

Part 2 complete!  My second bookshelf is organized by gift theme. I am so happy with the transformation.  Everything is easy to find, visually appealing and the newfound order makes me excited to dive into projects again!

Ta-da!

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed or uninspired in your space, this is your sign to make a change! Start small—clear a surface, organize a drawer, or create a designated space for something meaningful.

I’ll be sharing updates as I continue this journey, so stay tuned for Part 3!