Epi 24 ~ Rapunzel’s Tangled Tales of Hair & Home

05/13/25 • 13 min

A Fractured Fairy Tale by The JJs

🎙️ Epi 24 – Rapunzel’s Tangled Tales of Hair & Home

🧼✨ Practical tips hidden in a fairy tale twist!

📺 Watch now on YouTube: https://youtu.be/MsqyNL1d-44
🌐 Show notes & resources: www.TheJJsDeclutterPodcast.com

🪮 Episode Summary:

In this delightfully tangled episode, co-hosts Julie and Janis give Rapunzel a modern-day decluttering makeover. From hairbrush disasters to product overload and clogged drain dragons, it’s all wrapped in humor and super practical advice.

You’ll laugh, learn, and leave ready to give your own bathroom a royal refresh!

💡 What You'll Learn in Episode 24:

[00:01:49] How to clean hairbrushes and combs:
Remove trapped hair, soak and scrub for fresh, functional brushes that don’t resemble furry houseplants.
[00:03:49] Quick hacks for organizing hair accessories:
Declutter and store scrunchies, clips, and ties with simple, creative solutions—even ice cube trays!
[00:06:23] Step-by-step guide for clearing hair from drains:
Fight the dreaded "Drain Dragon" with baking soda, vinegar, drain snakes, and pro tips like the TubShroom.
[00:08:04] How to declutter hair products (aka the potion problem):
Say goodbye to expired, unused potions and keep only what you actually use.
[00:09:58] Creating your own “Tower Top Salon” haircare zone:
Designate one functional space for all your tools and products—mirror, outlet, and microfiber cloth included.

✂️ Rapunzel’s Hairy Highlights:

“Her hairbrush was basically a hairy houseplant.”
“Long hair, don’t care—unless it’s clogging the drain!”
“Rapunzel didn’t need a prince—just a microfiber cloth and a caddy.”

🧼 Mentioned in This Episode:

DIY drain cleaner: Baking soda + vinegar + hot water
Hair tool organizers & vanity caddy ideas
Mirror cleaning tips with vinegar + microfiber cloth
Storage solutions using bins, trays, tins, and more

🔗 Links & Resources:

📺 Watch the full episode: YouTube Link
🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple, or your favorite podcast app
📸 Follow on Instagram: @abcdeclutterwithjj
👥 Join the Facebook Community: ABC Declutter Facebook Group
🌐 Visit: www.abcdeclutter.com

Keep it Simple, Keep it Intentional, and - as always - Keep Decluttering!!

A Fractured Fairy Tale by The JJs

🎙️ Epi 24 – Rapunzel’s Tangled Tales of Hair & Home

🧼✨ Practical tips hidden in a fairy tale twist!

📺 Watch now on YouTube: https://youtu.be/MsqyNL1d-44
🌐 Show notes & resources: www.TheJJsDeclutterPodcast.com

🪮 Episode Summary:

You’ll laugh, learn, and leave ready to give your own bathroom a royal refresh!

💡 What You'll Learn in Episode 24:

[00:01:49] How to clean hairbrushes and combs:
Remove trapped hair, soak and scrub for fresh, functional brushes that don’t resemble furry houseplants.
[00:03:49] Quick hacks for organizing hair accessories:
Declutter and store scrunchies, clips, and ties with simple, creative solutions—even ice cube trays!
[00:06:23] Step-by-step guide for clearing hair from drains:
Fight the dreaded "Drain Dragon" with baking soda, vinegar, drain snakes, and pro tips like the TubShroom.
[00:08:04] How to declutter hair products (aka the potion problem):
Say goodbye to expired, unused potions and keep only what you actually use.
[00:09:58] Creating your own “Tower Top Salon” haircare zone:
Designate one functional space for all your tools and products—mirror, outlet, and microfiber cloth included.

✂️ Rapunzel’s Hairy Highlights:

“Her hairbrush was basically a hairy houseplant.”
“Long hair, don’t care—unless it’s clogging the drain!”
“Rapunzel didn’t need a prince—just a microfiber cloth and a caddy.”

🧼 Mentioned in This Episode:

DIY drain cleaner: Baking soda + vinegar + hot water
Hair tool organizers & vanity caddy ideas
Mirror cleaning tips with vinegar + microfiber cloth
Storage solutions using bins, trays, tins, and more

🔗 Links & Resources:

📺 Watch the full episode: YouTube Link
🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple, or your favorite podcast app
📸 Follow on Instagram: @abcdeclutterwithjj
👥 Join the Facebook Community: ABC Declutter Facebook Group
🌐 Visit: www.abcdeclutter.com

Keep it Simple, Keep it Intentional, and - as always - Keep Decluttering!!

Previous Episode

Episode 23: Bonus Magazine Moments JUDGY PANTS

Hosts: Julie Weisgerber & Janis Kosmala (The JJs)

🎙️ In this special bonus episode of Magazine Moments Judgy Pants, Julie and Janis dive into a Real Simple article titled “10 Things You’ll Always Regret Throwing Away.” But do we really regret tossing that mug from 1998? With humor, practicality, and a sprinkle of sass, your favorite decluttering duo breaks down which sentimental and practical items might be worth keeping—and which are just masquerading as guilt traps.

💬 Expect laughter, truth bombs, and a few eye rolls as we say NOPE to some of these ‘must-keep’ items.

🧹 What You'll Hear in This Episode:

00:00 – Welcome Back, Break Takers!
Julie and Janis return from a little break and jump back into their “Judgy Pants” series with laughter and lightness.

00:48 – Are You Throwing Away Freedom or Clutter?
The Real Simple article opens strong, but the duo questions the drama of the headline. Is decluttering ever truly regrettable?

01:29 – Important Documents You Actually Should Keep
Janis breaks down which papers are keep-worthy (like birth certificates), and which manuals can finally hit the recycling bin.

02:00 – Do We Really Need Every Card Ever Written?
Julie and Janis agree: keep the heartfelt, ditch the generic. Not every scribble deserves shrine status.

03:00 – Family Photos from the 1940s and the Digital Dilemma
Janis shares her photo overload struggle and offers great advice on scanning and digitizing. Keep the memory, not the mess!

04:00 – Leftover Paint & Labeling Like a Pro
Save space by transferring leftover paint into jars—but yes, those jars the first article told you to keep. Oops?

04:39 – Heirloom Cookware or Toxic Tubs?
Julie gives the lowdown on aluminum Guardian Ware and why it’s better in your garden than your kitchen.

05:20 – Irreplaceable Antiques & Travel Trinkets
Are tea sets and souvenirs worth the space? Not if they’re collecting dust. The key: keep items that are meaningful and useful.

✨ JJ’s Key Takeaways:

Keep only what sparks joy and makes sense. You’re not a bad person for tossing a souvenir snow globe.
Photos are meaningful—until they aren’t. Scan the ones you love and let go of the mystery faces.
Sentiment is subjective. Just because it’s old or expensive doesn’t mean you’re required to keep it.
Label your leftover paint, but don’t hoard cans. Get smart with storage.
Guilt is not a good reason to keep clutter. Your home, your rules.

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Keep it Simple, Keep it Intentional, and - as always - Keep Decluttering!!

Next Episode

Epi 25 ~ The Princess & The Pea… Under the Fitted Sheet

The Princess & The Pea... Under the Fitted Sheet

🎧 Watch on YouTube

What do dryer sheets, fitted sheets, and royalty have in common? They all show up in this hilarious and helpful fractured fairy tale episode of the JJs Declutter Podcast!

Join Julie and Janis as they reimagine the classic tale The Princess and the Pea—this time with a modern twist featuring mattress care, under-bed chaos, and yes... the impossible task of folding a fitted sheet.

👑 In This Episode:

· ✨ A modern retelling of The Princess and the Pea—declutter style! (00:00)

· 🛏️ Tips for changing bedsheets without losing your mind (00:03:08)

· 🧽 Under-the-bed cleaning hacks and why it matters (00:05:14)

· 🧺 Step-by-step tutorial: how to fold a fitted sheet like a pro (00:03:49)

· 🚽 BONUS: “The Royal Flush” shared bathroom etiquette test (00:08:02)

· 🧼 How to prep your guest bathroom like royalty (00:11:14)

💡 Key Takeaways:

· Small cleaning routines can have a royal impact on your home.

· Your linen closet might be hiding more clutter than you think!

· Shared bathroom etiquette can make or break family harmony during guest season.

· Even a fairy tale princess needs to declutter under her bed.

📌 Mentioned in This Episode:

· Guest-ready bathroom caddy ideas

· Linen closet decluttering tips

· The “towel color code” trick

· DIY linen spray recipe (hint: lavender = royal)

🎯 Perfect For You If:

· You’re overwhelmed by laundry and household chores

· You have guests staying over and want to feel more prepared

· You’ve ever stared at a fitted sheet and thought, “Nope.”

· You love a good laugh while learning practical decluttering tips

💬 Join the Conversation:

What’s YOUR fitted sheet folding method—or do you just ball it up and walk away? 😅
Tell us in the comments or DM us on Instagram at @abcdeclutterwithjj

📲 Follow & Subscribe:

· YouTube: @abcdeclutterwithjj

· Podcast Website: TheJJsDeclutterPodcast.com

· Facebook Group: ABC Declutter Community

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Keep it Simple, Keep it Intentional, and - as always - Keep Decluttering!!