Why Organizing Beats Decorating - Carrie Locklyn Shares Her Secrets!

Should you focus more on home organization or home decorating? Let's find out which is more important! In this episode, I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with Carrie Locklyn from Extreme Makeover: Home Edition—a woman whose journey is as inspiring as it is entertaining. From her early days as a backup dancer for Mariah Carey (yes, you heard that right!) to touring the world with iconic stars, Carrie’s story is one of fearless reinvention. I was blown away as she shared how she moved from the dance floor to embracing the art of organization, transitioning into an HGTV star and mastering the craft of interior design. We dove into the real, unglamorous side of life on TV—talking about everything from lugging boxes in messy hotel rooms to finding beauty in the chaos of decluttering. Carrie’s down-to-earth approach, her knack for mixing humour with practical advice, and the way she champions taking risks, even if it means failing spectacularly, truly resonated with me. I was especially struck by how she balances the art and science of organizing—turning everyday clutter into a canvas for a soulful, personal space. Tune in for a spirited conversation packed with laughter, tough truths, and a whole host of behind-the-scenes stories that remind us that sometimes, saying “yes” to life’s challenges is the boldest design choice of all. To learn more about Carrie, check out her website https://www.carrielocklyn.com/ Follow Carrie on her socials! Instagram:   / carrie_locklyn   Facebook:   / carrielocklynextrememakeover   You can find more Clutterbug content here: Main YouTube Channel: @Clutterbug Website: http://www.clutterbug.me TikTok:   / clutterbug_me   Instagram:   / clutterbug_me   Facebook:   / clutterbug.me   #clutterbug #podcast #interiordesign #organization #homeinspiration #transformation #carrielocklyn