351 // Why Organizing Is the Real First Step to a Cozy, Cohesive Home

If you’ve ever bought a new rug, throw pillows, or wall art—hoping it would finally pull your space together—only to find your home still feels “off,” this episode is for you. Before you pick up that paintbrush or shop another sale, there’s a crucial step that often gets skipped: organizing. In today’s episode, I’m talking with professional organizer, Nicole Gabai, about why organizing isn’t just about putting things in bins or hiding the mess—it’s about creating the foundation for a beautiful, functional, and cohesive home. You’ll learn: Why decorating before organizing leads to frustration and wasted money How organizing helps you make smarter design decisions (and fewer mistakes) The surprising impact your “stuff” has on how your home feels Simple ways to start organizing today—without buying a single new thing This is the first step toward the cozy, confident home you’re dreaming about. Let’s do it right—and let’s do it together. ✨ Ready for even more decorating confidence? Join The Collective —my monthly membership where I teach you how to decorate your home step by step, with your style, your budget, and your life in mind. Get started here: https://figandfarmathome.com/thecollective // Links mentioned in show: // Buy Nicole's Book, The Art of Organizing: https://amzn.to/4ohvnpa Become a Design Bestie by joining the newsletter: https://bit.ly/designbestie Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com Website: https://figandfarmathome.com Join The Collective (monthly membership): https://www.figandfarmathome.com/thecollective Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/ FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group