The Sorting Shed and The Old Haybarn are businesses I created from a lifetime of experience making homes feel calm, functional, and personal—no matter what life throws at you. As a mum to three grown-up children and now a grandmother too, I’ve lived through house moves, renovations, raising a family and navigating life’s many transitions—always with a strong focus on creating order, warmth, and beauty in the spaces I live in.
Decluttering is at the heart of what I do. I understand how deeply personal and emotional it can be to let go of things—especially when there’s a sense of shame or overwhelm. I offer a safe, supportive, and non-judgemental approach to help people take back control of their space. Over the years, I’ve worked with men and women of all ages and backgrounds—each on their own journey, each with unique challenges—and I always meet them where they are.
Once the clutter has been cleared, I offer thoughtful styling to bring your space back to life, whether through simple touches or more creative reimagining. I believe a home should reflect who you are now—not just who you were.
As someone with dyslexia, I’ve spent my whole life finding ways to work around challenges. It’s made me a strong problem-solver, especially when it comes to tricky spaces or situations. Whether you’re feeling stuck with clutter, unsure how to style a room, or just don’t know where to begin—I can help you find a way forward.
My goal is always to create spaces that feel lighter, more joyful, and truly yours—with warmth, practicality, and real-life understanding.
Sandra
“I was anxious about Sandra coming into my home, I must admit I felt embarrased about all the mess in my bedroom, but I needent have worried.... Sandra made me feel ok about myself, we worked together to declutter and organise my bedroom. I now love my bedroom, it looks good and I can find everything. The amazing thing too is that I have carried on being a lot more organised. I used to spend no time in my bedroom and now I feel comfortable and relaxed there. Thank you so much!"
“Sandra assisted with organising several areas of our home, including our office, living room, and kitchen, and I can't say enough good things about her. Her friendly and creative approach made what could have been a tedious task feel enjoyable. She has an incredible eye for organisation and brought such fresh ideas to the process. She was working as part of a team with someone else. Her contributions stood out, and I truly appreciate her insight and hard work. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for thoughtful, skilled, and supportive help with organisation!"
“Sandra helped me declutter my house, starting with my son's bedroom, which had accumulated 12 years of clutter and had become extremely overwhelming. I kept putting off sorting through it. For example, I had a cot piled high with junk. Sandra not only helped me clear it all but also assisted in dismantling furniture. The results were unbelievable – the room was completely transformed!"