If you’re thinking of becoming a minimalist, you’ve likely heard about the benefits you can expect, such as saving money, time and space. However, minimalist living comes with some drawbacks as well. In this post, I’ll share 10 surprising things…
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17 Minimalist Kitchen Ideas for Small Spaces
Before I start writing a blog post, I always do a bit of research first. And as I was scrolling through minimalist kitchen advice for small spaces, something became abundantly clear – most of the tips and ideas out there…
How Many Dishes Do You Actually Need?
Have you ever looked inside your kitchen cabinet and wondered if your family of four really needs thirty assorted plates? Or questioned why you own a set of twelve serving platters when your last dinner party was… well, a decade…
My 17 Item Home Declutter (& Decluttering Tips!)
As a self-proclaimed minimalist, it’s hard to believe that I still have things left in my home to declutter. But, I do! Between starting and ending hobbies, my needs changing, and the occasional purchase, I find myself needing to declutter…
15 Ways to Sample a Minimalist Home (Before You Commit)
Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed by the clutter in your home? Are you constantly searching for things you know you own but can’t seem to find? If you’re nodding your head in agreement, embracing minimalism may be the answer…
How to Create a Minimalist Home (15 Actionable Tips)
My minimalist home doesn’t look anything like the aesthetic images you’ll find on Pinterest or Instagram. I don’t have white walls, modern furniture or neutral colored decor. To me, a minimalist home isn’t about achieving a certain aesthetic or adhering…
The Secret to Decluttering Your Space
Decluttering can feel like a never-ending battle. But what if I told you that the secret to decluttering your space is as simple as avoiding a few common excuses? From ‘I might need it someday’ to ‘I’ll do it later’,…
How to Be a Minimalist in a Big House (10 Simple Tips!)
The minimalist lifestyle continues to gain popularity as more and more people find freedom in living with less. The trendier the lifestyle becomes, the more questions people have. One of those questions being, can you be a minimalist in a…
Can Minimalists Own Furniture?
Can you be a minimalist and own furniture? The short answer is, it depends. Minimalism exists on a spectrum. Some minimalists choose to take a more extreme approach to the lifestyle while others are more relaxed. Considering how varied the…
Kitchen Appliances You Don’t Need as a Minimalist
I find that my kitchen can quickly become the most cluttered space in my home if I’m not being intentional with the things that I bring into it. Most of us cook every day and we need certain kitchen appliances…
How to do Household Chores as a Minimalist
When I first began my minimalist journey, I set a goal for myself to declutter my household appliances. But as I got rid of more and more things, I found myself faced with a challenge: how to tackle household chores…