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Explore this elegant modern kitchen featuring wooden cabinets and minimalist decor.

I Stopped Using Coasters and…

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Why I Took the Plunge You know those little coasters that everyone…

A person carrying a variety of secondhand clothes on hangers in a thrift store setting.

I Stopped Buying New Clothes…

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My Thrift Journey Begins You know that moment when you stand in…

A starburst chandelier with colorful accents.

I Don’t Own a Dining…

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The Chandelier Dilemma So, let me take you back to a few…

Contemporary living room interior featuring a stylish sofa, decorative pillows, and a vase of flowers.

I Stopped Trying to Make…

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Chasing the Illusion of Space You know that feeling when you walk…

A warm and inviting living room setup with a fireplace, perfect for cozy winter nights.

I Stopped Decorating My Mantel…

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The Mantel of My Dreams So, I recently made a change that’s…

assorted-color ceramic dinnerware set

I Serve Dinner on Mismatched…

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Setting the Scene with Quirkiness Picture this: you’re walking into my dining…

Warm and inviting living room featuring a cozy sofa, stylish decor, and natural light.

I Stopped Cleaning Before Guests…

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Embracing the Mess: A New Approach to Hosting Picture this: it’s Saturday…

woman in yellow t-shirt standing in front of chalk board

I Let My Kids Draw…

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Creating a Canvas for Creativity So, here’s a fun little secret about…

Elegant Scandinavian-style bedroom with neutral tones and cozy decor for a relaxing ambiance.

My Mother-In-Law Hates My Decorating…

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My Mother-In-Law Hates My Decorating and I’ve Never Felt More Free Picture…

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I Kept All My Kids’…

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Turning Chaos into Creativity So, here’s the thing: kids are like little…

About Me
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Madison Cates

Mom, Wife, Minimalist.

Join me in my journey to declutter my life and live a simply beautiful life.

Gallery

A collection of old clocks laid out for sale.
A white front-load washing machine in a laundry room.
A person holding a cardboard box ready to ship.
A pantry shelf filled with containers of food.
A row of storage units with green roll-up doors.
A vintage-style living room filled with furniture and a lamp.
A cluttered storage space filled with assorted household items.
A modern dishwasher drawer built into kitchen cabinetry.
Household items packed in a wooden crate and cardboard boxes for donation.