I’ve always loved creating spaces that feel calm and cozy. Through many moves as a military spouse and raising our children. I’ve learned that home isn’t about more stuff, it’s about finding peace in the everyday.
This space is simply a reflection of me. You’ll find blog posts about minimalism in real life, cozy home ideas, family stories, and little things that spark joy. Think of it like sitting down with a cup of coffee and a friend, less about perfection and more about connection.
Thanks for being here. I hope you leave feeling a little lighter and a little inspired.
I'm a professional organizer and KonMari Consultant, Staging Design Professional and Master Color Consultant based in sunny Pensacola, FL.
Meet Katie,
The Redhead Minimalist
1. I always have chapstick on me. If I can’t find it, I’ll spiral into a full-blown search party. Lose my backup? I may never recover.
2. I’m a total movie buff! Trivia, soundtracks, quotes, I love it all. If you drop a great one-liner, there’s a good chance I’ll finish it for you.
3. Before becoming a mom, I was a teacher. Although my youngest insists I’m a retired doctor, probably thanks to my expert-level Band-Aid skills.
4. One thing I unapologetically own way too many of is blankets. Cozy is a lifestyle.
5. I’m a natural redhead with blue eyes which is officially the rarest combo in the world. That kind of makes me feel like a unicorn.
6. I have a serious love for good pens. If it writes like a dream and comes in purple? Be still my heart.
7. Speaking of which… my favorite color is PURPLE. All shades, all the time.
8. My dream vacation is Scotland. Specifically an Outlander tour. Yes, I want to wear a cloak and walk through the standing stones.
9. I grew up moving around as an Army kid but my favorite place we lived was Peachtree City, Georgia. Golf carts everywhere equals childhood magic.
10. Fall is my favorite season. It’s like a warm hug. The colors, the candles, the decor, the boots… I live for it all.
10 Things About Me
My Training & Certifications
KonMari Certified
Master Color Consultant®
Staging Design Professional® Expert Level
My Journey with the KonMari Method ®
I’ve always been drawn to Marie Kondo’s teachings, her joyful, intentional approach to tidying just made sense. But as a mom, I didn’t think it was something I could realistically maintain. It felt like a before kids kind of lifestyle.
Over time, I tried every organizing method out there, from strict capsule wardrobes to popular Instagram trends, but none of it stuck. The focus was often on numbers or cleaning, not on creating a home that truly felt good to live in.
That’s when Marie Kondo’s message finally clicked: keep what sparks joy. It’s not about how much you own, but how your belongings support your life. That shift changed everything for me.
Today, I embrace life as a cozy minimalist, someone who values simplicity, but also warmth, comfort, and personality. To me, it’s not about bare counters or rigid rules, but about creating a home that feels calm, lived in, and uniquely yours.
Becoming a certified KonMari Consultant has allowed me to help others find that same clarity and joy in their own spaces, and it’s the most fulfilling work I’ve ever done.
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Recognized by
Pensacola’s Bella Magazine for my expertise in organizing, minimalism & home staging.
