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Are you excited for the return of routine? You’re not alone!

As someone who thrives on time alone for creativity, reflection, and planning, I’m welcoming the routine with open arms.

Of course, there’s a bit of sadness too—we’ll miss having our eldest daughter around.

Even with summer in full swing, I’ve been busy with multiple Tidy & Clean visits, and I’m thrilled to see so many of you returning for more. Your support is utterly fabulous!

While school’s been out, I’ve shared more of my personal life on Instagram stories. But now, I’m eager to get back to showing you more of what you love here on my grid.

If you’re looking for help to return your home to its pre-summer state, give me a call!

I’m here to help you transition smoothly into this new season.

Dad, what was four years ago feels like it could have been yesterday.

Thank you for modelling freedom, passion and creativity to the world.

G R A T I T U D E

I had a fabulous time at Brightlingsea beach this weekend.

How did you spend your weekend?

I’ve been intentionally spending less time on social media.

It’s made space for quality connection, improved mental health and more time!

It comes at a risk, of course.

I love Curated Space, the wonderful clients who trust and invest in the services I deliver and you - the Instagram audience!

Thank you for engaging, following, sharing, commenting!

What are you grateful for?

Love,
Laura x

O U T O F O F F I C E

Back 13th August

😎 Stay cool
👌🏽Be well
🧴Wear sunscreen

Laura x

E M B A R R A S S M E N T

the - ‘feeling ashamed or shy’

Occasionally my clients share their embarrassment about their home or business

Sometimes it takes just a few tweaks to achieve the desired outcome

Other times it takes a whole restructure

Either way, I’ve got your back

Seasons by Curated Space is coming in September

Quarterly guides to support seasonal switchovers in the home or business through the seasons!

To celebrate Curated Space’s birthday, Seasons is £9 a quarter to the first 10 wonderful subscribers (usually £15 per quarter)

For details share your favourite season in the comments

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A N X I E T Y

Inside Out 2 inspired

‘What will *they* think if I ask for help to manage my home?’

‘Will they force me to get rid of things I love?’

‘Can I really afford a Professional Organiser?’

‘I wish I could let people come over but I worry what they will think of my home!’

I had ALL these thoughts before hiring

Following our connection call, I knew Jenn had me covered!

Book the connection call, ask the questions that are circling in your mind and get clear!

For your organised space is only a couple of weeks away!

See you then!
Laura x

Follow & favourite to catch Anxiety’s pals

schools out for summer 🌦️

declutter school uniforms with consideration for the environment

1. run the scheme! only accept clean, bagged textiles, but it’s fine if they’re ripped or torn! Your contributions will be re-used, donated or recycled into something new! Check https://www.dunelm.com/info/about/take-back-scheme for participating stores

2. accept clean, dry, reusable clothing! Place them into a blue textile recycling bag. Blue textile recycling bags are occasionally delivered through your letterbox, contact [email protected] to request yours. Check your recycling calendar for collection dates www.colchester.gov.uk/your-recycling-calendar

3. Check your local recycling points on with a helpful map showing your closest spots and the items you can recycle there! www.recyclenow.com/recycle-an-item/clothing-textiles

‘come in, excuse the mess!’

Why? Why do we say this?

I say it!

I’m trying to unlearn apologising for my home that looks, well, lived in and lacking in storage.

If you’ve worked with me you’ll know storage is the answer! Well that…and less stuff of course!

I don’t quite have a shovel, but I do have an estate car, with a big boot. Let’s fill my car with your ‘s**t’ (no I don’t really believe it’s s**t) it may sit there for a day or two, until I get around to donating or recycling.

If you want to get rid of s**t
Message me
Laura x

Simple way to create space in your home this summer
Get organised for the next academic year as this one is finishing up

If your child has had a growth spurt like mine, you’ll know the school shirts you’ve been eking out aren’t going to button up in September!

Use my tried and tested method I’ve been putting into practice all year
I’ve fallen into this rhythm each half term
This might sound like a lot of work just for one week
It’s helped us to keep on track

Please save, share, like & comment!
Follow along for more school & summer organisational tips!

Laura x

Remember is there for use 🌎♻️🫰🏽

B E F O R E & A F T E R

This was such a joyful project to work on!

It’s a multifunctional space for family meals, celebrations, study, garden access for laundry & dogs

I’m thrilled this is a repeat customer, since their home is one of such vibrancy!

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B O O K C L U B

Curated space book club launching 1st July!

We’re gearing up to read by .

Supporting local legend, Jo and independent book shop

What you can expect from Curated Space book club during July;
- in-person discussion
- private online chat
- bi-weekly video call

£11 for your copy of paperback Fair Play

£35 paperback copy of Fair Play
60ml Smith Co Goods candle,
H!P chocolate bar and finally,
Teapigs taster pack OR mac n me locally roasted coffee.

S T Y L E D D R E S S E R

My client transformed this space from a work from home desk to this gorgeous dresser a while back. But like many surfaces in our homes, they attract…
1. The project you work on when you get a moment
2. Pocket contents (queue a handful of coins 🪙)
3. Anything that spills over into another area

This serene nook had a clean & clear from top to bottom. Removing rogue items & more!

Again, the benefits of the Tidy & Clean service is being inspired to review what’s serving you in your home!

My client started a charity shop bag during my visit 🥳

Availability for July ✨

DM me to discuss!

J O I N M E &

S H A R I N G I S . . .

T R I C K Y !

(my 5 year old says ‘sharing is caring…’ I thought this was cute… until I got tonsillitis for the second time in 4 weeks)

Here’s an area from yesterday’s Tidy & Clean session!

This work and study area is so colourful, vibrant and quirky! It’s always important to maintain personality.

To achieve functional desk space, I ensured additional surface space was provided.

Again, my client was self-motivated to declutter items during the ‘messy middle’! This meant there were less items for me to return to the spaces.

These drawers had a tidy too, and there’s one for everyone now!

The space had a deep clean too…
Cobwebs 🕸️ GONE
Dust 🧼 GONE
Floor - hoovered

If you’re planning a holiday and you’d like your home Tidy & Clean for your return, send me a DM to schedule your appointment!

S U M M E R K I T C H E N

This client asked for their kitchen to be ready for a gathering this weekend.

This space was going to be the home of food prep, drinks, socialising & celebrations!

This kitchen has many personal touches and it was so important to maintain these framed prints, house plants & joyful sentimental items!

My aims were…
Available worktop spaces for food preparation
Zoning for morning rituals & drink making facilities
Deep clean of kitchen space

Not only did we get this space party ready this client has also requested monthly maintenance sessions!

Would you like to know another bonus?
My client was super motivated to fill a whole bag of donations ready for the charity shop during my visit!

DM me to discuss your Tidy & Clean session!

W H Y H I D E ?

I protected my body when breastfeeding because society sets us up for keeping this hidden… by selling gorgeous privacy protectors*…

I hid my home from visitors because it wasn’t pictured perfect, it was cluttered, messy and dare I say it…

…underneath, dirty!

I no longer hide our breastfeeding moments from the world

AND

I’m on a journey to opening the doors to my home

Come with me?



*protecting your privacy is a choice, it’s your body, your experience, I am purely using my personal growth in breastfeeding and housekeeping as an example*

T I D Y & C L E A N

T H E D E T A I L S

Certainly, pay attention to your dreams. But...
..if your dreams start to feel overwhelming or out of reach, don't let them discourage you.

Instead, take a step towards making them a reality.

Maybe even start with small steps regularly, and you'll begin to move towards your goal of an organised space.

Where will you start today?

My personal journey of mental health and clutter for Mental Health Awareness Week 13-19 May.

During the perinatal period, I experienced anxiety. Looking back, likely PTSD too. Our home became overwhelmed with well-meaning gifts for our new baby, adding to my anxiety.

Seeking support, I hired a Professional Organiser Jenn Jordan. Together, we decluttered and organised, while working up a sweat, bringing calm and relief to our home and my emotional wellbeing.

By caring for our space, we not only improve our mental wellbeing but also our physical health. Did you know engaging in activities like decluttering and organising can be a form of physical activity? Imagine the workout I've had on these warmer days emptying out garages and sheds! 😅

Remember, it's okay to seek help if you're overwhelmed by clutter or struggling with mental health. Taking small steps can have a positive impact.

Give it a go, put your favourite tune on and shimmy as you declutter a kitchen cupboard!

Here's a photo of me and my first born around a week after her birth. Don't be fooled by my wide smile, my physical and mental health were in tatters. This is my wardrobe from a similar time and despite it transitioning through postnatal, breastfeeding, pregnancy and repeat... it's remained quite minimal.

Just how I like it.

It’s been non-stop illnesses over here, for weeks. I’m tired of it now. I know it’s no one’s fault. It’s like there’s this illness shadow hanging over us, preventing us from being our true selves. I feel like I am holding my breath sometimes, until I have my personal space and I can see to my own needs for a few hours. I’d have liked to have been more calm & nurturing for my children. Truth is, im inner autumn (pre-menstrual phase) and i really would like to be left alone. My surroundings have been neglected, affecting our use of the home & my mental health.

Do you relate to any of this?

It’s not all clutter and illnesses…

Here’s some highlights of my week…

1. at with

2. Pitting medjool dates ready to be filled with smooth peanut butter and coated in 85% dark chocolate. Thanks for this recipe

3. Youngest child having a fab beach day with Daddy

4. Someone has this beautiful rose in their front garden!

5. Lentil soup recommended by . It was so tasty I’ve eaten it all week!

6. It’s all about balance right? This Mars blondie was super sweet so enjoyed in two sittings made me the most delicious flat white to go with it

7. Bagged this pot for £1 in my local charity shop. I have no use for it since I am not great at plant care. Why do I have an allotment again?!

8. I’ve had these posters for around 8 months and not displayed one until this week 😅 thanks for enabling me to advertise my business

I T ‘ S H E R E

HOME, a Curated Space experience!

Email subscribers received their copy this morning, and…

I’m already hearing the most fabulous feedback!

‘It’s amazing!’

‘Oh my, what a personal growth!’

‘This dropped by my inbox today, such a fabulous reflective course!’

Are you subscribed to my email?

I’ll be sharing the gift again next week with new email subscribers!

Is your laundry out of control?

Are there clothes scattered around?

Do your drawers close?

👆That’s to go in the washing machine
👉🏾 That basket is for hanging on the washing line
👈🏼 That pile is for ironing and then putting away and, and, and breathe… 😅

Have you considered a laundry system?

🗝 I am going to suggest a some approaches you could try…

I mean who doesn’t want less piles (the clutter kind), more space, more time?!

Comment LAUNDRY to receive my top tips!

I M A G I N E . . .

… keeping only the things you use and love

and rehoming the rest!

What does this bring up for you?

Share in the comments!

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T H I S I S W H Y . . .

I mean it when I say, Curated Space’s services are judgement free, compassionate & insightful!

This client scheduled an Onsite Consultation and saw these results 🙌🏽

Let your environment work for you, creating space in your environment & mind!

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I H A V E N ‘ T G O T …

It all together!

I’ve been having a lot of fun with work over the past couple of weeks!

With .essex

And, this is what I prioritised this morning ✨

I’ll admit my home gets neglected.

Would you like to watch me get it in order?

S P R I N G 2 . 0

10.30am Sunday 24th March

Jo .book.club & I are co-hosting the second Death Club gathering.

I’ll speak about döstädning, Swedish Death Cleaning.

It’s held downstairs at Red Lion Books

Suggested donation can be made at the event.

Book your place via link in bio.

10am 21st April

Held at

Martine & I are co-facilitating a workshop aimed at new parents / parents to be.

The Essentials. What you and your baby really need.
Register interest by sending a DM to either of us

E S S E N T I A L I S M

I am READY to deliver ‘The Simplify & Thrive Workshop: Elevate Your Business with Essentialism’

Full day of speakers & exhibitors on 14th March in Braintree.

✨Tickets available via link in bio

Check out the quotes I’ve discovered during the planning!

〰️ Stephen King ‘Kill your darlings’.

〰️ Derek Sivers ‘If it’s not a hell yes, then it’s a no!’

〰️ Anne Lamott ‘No’ is a complete sentence.

As I prepare for

The Simplify & Thrive Workshop: Elevate Your Business with Essentialism

Ready for on 14th March. [tickets in bio]

I was reminded of this quote ‘No is a complete sentence’ Anne Lamont.

Is it?