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Simplify & Bloom

A Los Angeles based organizing company helping busy families streamline their spaces and fall in love with their homes again.

01/12/2022

Medicine Cabinet Glow Up! ✨
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So let's talk about how we went from A --> B here. When organizing any space, it's so vital to not only empty the space, but to also think consciously about the space as a whole and what items need to be in easiest to access in what we call "prime real estate.”
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This is why I suggest that a bathroom medicine cabinet or its top drawers should only store your daily essentials. When you have limited space in your bathroom, it might seem counter productive to limit these spaces to less items, but in reality the key is to make the items in the cabinet the easiest to access, not burried behind others or placed without rhyme or reason. It’ll not only make your morning/night routine run more smoothly but you’ll come to learn more about which items you actually use, and in turn, realize you don’t need new skincare items. Lol
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BUT, if you do want to try that new under eye cream you recently learned about. Place it here so that you remember to use it or be able to return it within the window if you don’t like it. 😉
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Also, utilizing small acrylic risers such as these, allow you to truly maximize vertical space. One of my absolute favorite things to do. 🙌🏼

01/10/2022

It's here. The SECRET to staying organized! Are you ready?! ...
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1. Give every item a home
2. Put the item back after you use it
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I know, I know. There's a lot more that goes into it. But if we're really trying to get to the bottom of how to stay organized long-term, it comes down to this: all of your items having a clear and specific home AND making the conscious action of putting the items back where they belong after they're used.
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One of the issues many people face is the accumulation of random things around the house. There's stuff on counters, there's catch all drawers. I know, it happens. There's also an influx of new items that come into a home. It can get real wild, real quickly, I know.
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But if I can help ease your mind a bit, its with this. Don't overcomplicate things and always start small: one drawer, one shelf. And if you need a quick win -- put on a fun song and do some "turbo organizing" and put as much as you can away in it's rightful place. And if you add in a little dance at random moments, it will make it more fun by 76.5%. 😉
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And if you need some help with Step 1 -- I.AM.THERE. You just let me know when! 😊

12/09/2021

Yesterday was an AMAZING day! 🥰
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I presented at December Sales Meeting and it couldn't have gone better! Truth be told, one of my fears has always been public speaking. Since I was a kid, just the thought of speaking in front of a crowd made my heart race. So when reached out to me about presenting to a group of around 35+ designers and staff, I thought "Oh my god, Yeeessss!". Buuut the excitement and fear simultaneously set in.
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Though, there was no doubt in my mind. I was going to do it and rock the hell out of this presentation. I'm confident in my abilities as a business owner, as an organizer and in my fun, yet calm demeanor that has tremendously helped me connect to my clients and serve them well.
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And really, I've been wanting to present to partnering businesses for years now. I just hadn't taken the time to initiate it. So I couldn't be more grateful to have gotten this opportunity to truly push myself out of my comfort zone. I'm so happy I was able to share about who I am, where I come from and how Simplify & Bloom helps make people's lives easier.
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After it all, they all had great feedback and dare I say, I see many more presentations in my future! 😊️
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Moving forward, I am so excited to build lasting working relationships with the amazing team of designers I met. I can't wait to see the magic we create for our clients! This coming year will be a great one, I can feel it!!! ✨

10/20/2021

8 Things you can donate to pet shelters 🐕

▫️Unopened pet food or treats
▫️Leashes, collars, harnesses
▫️Food & water bowls
▫️Storage bins, ziplock bags, cleaning supplies
▫️Office supplies
▫️Metal crates or carriers
▫️Sheets, blankets and towels
▫️Sturdy toys

✨ Always call ahead to find out what your local shelter currently needs. And as you can see with this list, they’re items we all most likely all already have and may have been meaning to donate. 😊

09/09/2021

Party Essentials at your fingertips. 🙌🏼
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This Montauk basket + SmartStore inserts from The Container Store, make storing disposables a breeze! Given that we all have/need these at some point, shoving them in random cabinets will be a thing of the past! Giving them a home will definitely be a game changer! 😉

09/08/2021

Labels!! ✨
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Love em' or hate em', I firmly believe they're essential in any kid space. Tiny humans can be part of the process in staying organized long term and actually thrive with routines and structure. The key is to teach them where their specific toys belong and how to periodically clean up after themselves.
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Will their bedroom or playroom be a disaster sometimes? Definitely -- and that's okay. But when there are clear homes for each of their toys, reseting back won't be as challenging as it used to be.
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I personally love making cleaning up a fun activity. Particularly making it a race is a fun game with any little one. I suggest dividing the room and seeing who could clean up their side first.

OR

Having a dance party clean up where you make up dance moves as you're putting toys away. 😂 Being a Nanny for 5+ years taught me how to make the most mundane daily activities super fun. 😉🙌🏼

08/31/2021

✨ S H E L F S T Y L I N G ✨
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Color coding and aligning purses with heels can elevate the look of any shelf. It can also make getting ready that much easier. 🥰

08/27/2021

How to decide what to donate when decluttering your closet. ✨
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Questions to ask yourself:
◻️ If it needs repairing or altering -- ask yourself if you're really going to make the time to take it. If you truthfully will, create a labeled basket specifically for these items. AND set a date for when you will take them.
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◻️ If you had an event to go to tomorrow, would you choose to wear that dress? Or, is it truthfully not your style anymore? It’s okay if its not!
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◻️ How would you feel wearing this item? What we wear is a form of self-expression and is meant to make us feel good, make us feel like our most confident selves. ☺️
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◻️ Do you feel bad about the money spent? Well, the truth is, the money was spend long ago -- and forcing yourself to wear it, even when you obviously don't really like it (given you never wear it) won't magically give it more value. Rid yourself of the guilt and donate it so that someone could truly love it and feel great in it.
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Tell me, where do you struggle when decluttering your closet?

07/28/2021

Sometimes, a little rearranging can make such a difference. 😍

I've worked with kids for soo many years and have come to learn what works and what doesn't -- when it comes to not only motivating them to clean up after themselves but ways on how to make it fun.

While studying at UC Berkeley, I worked at an Infant & Toddler Center and at a Before & After school program at a nearby Elementary school. Once graduating with a degree in Social Welfare, I became a Behavior Interventionist working with children diagnosed with ASD disorders and also a Nanny for an amazing family. I have always loved helping families thrive and segwaying into Pro Organizing is something that came so naturally.

So, how can you get your little ones to participate in maintaining the space? Let's get real. Those tiny humans are so smart and can easily learn where things belong.

Tip #1: I personally love walking them through any new system - and to help with retention, literally asking them where specific toys belong throughout the process.

Tip #2: Make it fun! They love to win, am I right? Make it a race and divide the room. (Ex: Say "You clean up everything on the rug, I'll clean up everything on the floor") and GO!

Tip #3: To try and help a mess from even being created, I love to only have 1 activity out at a time. Ex: If they want to play with Magna Tiles - but then want to do a Marble Track, then they'll need to clean up the Magna Tiles. Of course, there are exceptions, like leaving up the super cool castle they just made, but cleaning up the rest of the tiles that weren't used can be done. 😉

Tip #4: Don't get overwhelmed when things don't go as planned. Things might end up everywhere at some point, and it's okay. You're doing the best you can mamas! ✨

07/12/2021

I want to wish this man, my favorite person, the most amazing Birthday! 🎉

We’ve known each other since we were 11, been in love since we were 21, and to say this guy gets better with age is an understatement. 😍

He is the kindest, smartest, wittiest, hardworking and most lovable person, and I don’t know how I got so lucky. ✨

Baby, you’ve grown so much the past few years and I just know this coming year will be incredible for you! I love you!! 🥰

07/05/2021

Chris, being the most amazing uncle that he is, came up with , in efforts of bringing awareness and creating community for .2.
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Now that Isaiah is currently receiving his sister Faith’s bone marrow through an IV, he will be closely monitored in the hospital for 100 days. As he goes through this challenging journey, we will be pushing ourselves to do what is challenging for us for 100 days.
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My commitment will be two fold, personal/business.
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Truth is, I’ve always struggled to workout consistently — especially on full organizing days. I’m a little energizer bunny and organizing all day can really take it’s toll. ’s monthly program’s have been a life changer for me and will be what will undoubtedly help me succeed in this feat.
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I also find it really hard to be active on here. Partly not giving it the time it deserves and partly struggling with being more open and being seen.
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So…here I am, committing to working out every single day and posting on IG daily with at least 1 Reel a week. This may not seem much to some, but we all have such distinct struggles and goals.
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If you’ve been having a hard time committing to that one thing you’ve always wanted to do.
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That one thing you wish was a part of your lifestyle, today is your Day 1 my friend.
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Isaiah’s strength and resilience since his Leukemia diagnosis in October has been remarkable. Now is the time for us to push ourselves, just as he has.
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THIS is your why.
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Now, let's do this!! 👊🏼

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Gabriela Michel Professional Organizer

Simplify & Bloom is an all-inclusive home organizing service serving Los Angeles and the surrounding areas. Our specialty is creating organizing solutions that help busy families enjoy more spaciousness in their overcrowded lives and schedules.

Every Simplify & Bloom client enjoys absolute confidentiality, personalized services, and all-inclusive packages that take the guesswork out of hiring a professional organizer. We make sure that you have everything you need to enjoy a beautiful, simplified home without any extra hassle.

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