Creating Positive Spaces

Creating Positive Spaces Creating Positive Spaces is a professional organising service for your home and office. Before viewi

If you are feeling stressed and overwhelmed with clutter and disorganisation in your life, then please contact Joey Camilleri on 0401 149 185

We can have a chat about your organising challenges and determine the best approach to getting you organised. I specialise in organising:

- Home/ small offices

- Digital/ online content

- Paperwork

My organising service involves:

- Reviewing and a

ssessing your current organising challenges

- Identifying your organising goals and make a plan to achieve those goals

- Work with you to accomplish your organising objectives

- Establish maintenance systems to keep you organised

- My organising solutions are designed to meet your needs and circumstances

If you want to live a more organised and productive life, then get in contact with Joey on 0401 149 185.

🪑 Antique, Vintage, Retro, Replica or Reproduction... what's the difference?Recently, while working with a client, we fo...
10/06/2026

🪑 Antique, Vintage, Retro, Replica or Reproduction... what's the difference?

Recently, while working with a client, we found ourselves discussing whether a furniture piece was vintage or antique. It made me realise that many of the terms we use when buying furniture and home décor are often misunderstood.

Did you know:
✔️ Antique furniture is generally over 100 years old.
✔️ Vintage furniture is typically between 20 and 99 years old.
✔️ Retro furniture refers to new pieces inspired by past styles.
✔️ Replicas and reproductions aren't the same thing!

Understanding these terms can help you make more informed decisions when sourcing furniture, whether you're furnishing a home, looking for a statement piece, or trying to shop more sustainably.

I've unpacked the key differences in my latest blog.

Have you ever purchased a piece thinking it was one thing, only to discover it was something else? Let me know in the comments!

Learn the key differences between antique, vintage, retro, reproduction, and replica to master your furniture sourcing journey.

To sell or not to sell? đź’¸ Don't let "to-sell" piles stall your decluttering journey! In my latest blog, I share a simple...
05/06/2026

To sell or not to sell? đź’¸ Don't let "to-sell" piles stall your decluttering journey!

In my latest blog, I share a simple framework to help you decide if an item is worth the effort of selling or if donating is the better path to a clutter-free home.

Struggling to decide whether to sell or donate? Discover how to determine if selling is the right option for you when decluttering your home.

Screen vs. Reality: The Colour Gap 🖌️Ever bought something online only for the colour to look completely different when ...
14/05/2026

Screen vs. Reality: The Colour Gap 🖌️

Ever bought something online only for the colour to look completely different when it arrived? It happens to the best of us!

The golden rule for home styling: Never make a final colour decision based on what you see on your screen.

I'm sharing exactly how to test samples and use lighting to ensure your home looks exactly how you envisioned it. 🏠✨

Stop the guesswork when choosing home colours. Learn why you should never trust your screen and the 4 steps to selecting paint colour

After nearly 10 years as a Professional Organiser, I’m often asked exactly what I do. Many people mistake organising for...
28/04/2026

After nearly 10 years as a Professional Organiser, I’m often asked exactly what I do. Many people mistake organising for tidying or cleaning, but they are actually very different tasks.
Understanding the distinction is the secret to a home that actually stays functional. In my latest post, I break down the key differences and explain exactly when to do each.

Discover the key differences between organising vs tidying vs cleaning, and learn when to do each, to keep your home clutter‑free.

Rethink “I Might Need It Someday” – Break the “what if” habit and reclaim your space! Get actionable insights to let go...
16/04/2026

Rethink “I Might Need It Someday” – Break the “what if” habit and reclaim your space! Get actionable insights to let go of clutter, boost productivity, and create a calmer home today.

đź”— Read the full blog below.

https://creatingpositivespaces.com.au/rethink-i-might-need-it-someday/

Rethink "I might need it someday". Discover practical insights to let go of “what if” clutter, to create a calmer, more purposeful home today.

Decluttering and organising paperwork can feel overwhelming. It’s not just the piles — it’s the decisions, boredom, and ...
13/03/2026

Decluttering and organising paperwork can feel overwhelming.

It’s not just the piles — it’s the decisions, boredom, and fear of discarding something important. In my latest blog, I share simple strategies to help you:

âś” Start with quick wins
âś” Reduce decision fatigue
âś” Sort paperwork without feeling overwhelmed
âś” Set up easy habits to prevent paper from piling up again.

If you’ve got a drawer, box, or filing cabinet you’ve been avoiding… this one’s for you.

Feeling overwhelmed by paper clutter? Discover practical strategies for how to declutter paperwork, along with tips for ongoing maintenance.

It’s so easy to jump straight into buying new furniture or storage.A new bookshelf. A sideboard. More drawers. Better “s...
24/02/2026

It’s so easy to jump straight into buying new furniture or storage.

A new bookshelf. A sideboard. More drawers. Better “solutions.”

But before you click add to cart, it’s worth pausing.

Over the years, I’ve seen how costly (and frustrating) it can be to buy pieces that don’t quite fit — whether that’s the space, your lifestyle, or the actual problem you’re trying to solve.

In my latest blog, I share 8 things to consider before buying furniture or storage — simple questions that can save you money, space, and regret.

If you’re thinking about upgrading or adding storage this year, this one’s for you.

đź”— Read it here: https://creatingpositivespaces.com.au/questions-to-ask-before-buying-furniture-or-storage/

Joey


How to choose furniture and storage: avoid costly mistakes and buy pieces that fit your space and lifestyle.

Hoarding and collecting both involve acquiring items — but they aren’t the same thing.In my latest blog, I discuss the m...
17/02/2026

Hoarding and collecting both involve acquiring items — but they aren’t the same thing.

In my latest blog, I discuss the main differences between hoarding and collecting, including how they affect:

• the way items are acquired
• the way they’re organised
• how functional the home is
• how distress shows up around letting go

It’s a topic that’s often misunderstood — so I wanted to break it down clearly.

đź“– Read the blog here: https://creatingpositivespaces.com.au/hoarding-vs-collecting-whats-the-difference/

Hoarding vs collecting: key differences explained, including clutter patterns, organisation, daily function, and emotional distress.

✨ Workshop Announcement ✨I’m partnering with Laneway Learning to run my Effective Space Planning workshop.📅 Tuesday, 3 F...
29/01/2026

✨ Workshop Announcement ✨

I’m partnering with Laneway Learning to run my Effective Space Planning workshop.

đź“… Tuesday, 3 February 2026
⏰ 6:15–7:30pm (AEDT)

Learn simple, practical ways to improve how a room functions — from zoning and flow to furniture layout. Perfect for renters and homeowners.

👉 Click here for details and to book.

Transform a room in your home into a space that works for you! In this workshop, you’ll learn practical tips for analysing your space, creating functional zones, improving traffic flow, and arranging furniture and storage to suit your lifestyle. Perfect for renters and homeowners, this session foc...

Many of us hold on to things because we don’t want to be wasteful — and that comes from a good place.But sometimes, hold...
29/01/2026

Many of us hold on to things because we don’t want to be wasteful — and that comes from a good place.

But sometimes, holding on to clutter can quietly create a different kind of waste: wasted time, energy, space, and peace of mind.

In my latest blog, I explore waste in a way we don’t often talk about, and what we might be losing when we hold on to too much.

✨ Read the blog here: https://creatingpositivespaces.com.au/reframing-waste-what-clutter-really-costs-us/

Holding on to clutter to avoid waste may be costing you more than you think. Discover the hidden ways clutter creates waste in your life.

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