Frequently Asked Questions
How did you get started doing this type of work?
More than 10 moves while my husband was in the military forced me to learn how to arrange a room that was beautiful and functional . Each home was different but the furnishings never fit the same in each house so I learned to be creative. Along the way I helped countless friends and family with their homes and it’s blossomed from there!
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a home organizer?
I would recommend finding an organizer or stager who listens to what your needs are for the project you’d like to work on. Then, I would arrange a consultation to make sure she/he is a good fit for the project.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
My Bachelor’s degree is in Human Services, which has helped me understand the psychology behind what we buy and why we hang on the certain things. It’s also been beneficial to creating ways to let go of things that no longer serve a purpose and that allows us to free up our time for the things that are important in this point of our lives.
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My family’s many moves forced me to choose the important (and frivolous!) things that came with us. Each different home’s configuration made me find new uses for the same piece of furniture...what would work in one house inevitably did not work in the next! So, I became skilled at reinventing and reimagining new uses for old pieces!
I will take these skills and pass them on to you to help you achieve a space that works for where you are in life.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
We start with a phone call, then an in-home consultation, which is beneficial for both my clients and me. It gives us a chance to talk about the project before we work together, but it also allows me to evaluate your project and get a feel for everything you're trying to achieve and do in your space (both short term and long term). This way I can set you up with a system that will serve you for years to come.
What questions should customers think through before talking to professionals about their project?
Determine what your goal is for the area:
What function do you want out of your new space? Art studio? Guest room? Office? A combo? It’s important to try to determine how you’d like to use the space, so you can take out the things that get in the way of how you want to use it.
How do you envision the space once it’s organized?
Are you ready to declutter and let go of some things?
What’s your budget?
By when would you like the project to be completed?
If you’re having a hard time answering these questions, I can help you with that, too!
These are just things to consider.
What should the customer know about your pricing?
Each job is completely different and is why I offer a discounted consultation of $50–I want the client to get to know me a bit and make sure I’m a good fit for their job. I can also suggest ways for you to declutter/organize/rearrange at a discounted rate and leave the implementation to you.
What types of customers have you worked with?
My clients come from all walks of life, from busy moms of young kids, to empty nesters, to couples with combined households, to individuals caring for elderly parents, to young adults who want something cool in their dorm rooms.