TESTIMONIALS:

We’ve hired Olwen and A Good Sort a few times over the years and find her organization and decluttering skills immensely valuable. She’s always prompt and prepared to take on many varied home organization projects. She is also very well connected to recourses including donation sites , movers etc. As we are downsizing to move across country, she helped us find an excellent moving company. That took a huge stress off! In addition she has excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Going through your belongings can be stressful but Olwen’s personality and style help make it a much less stressful experience. In fact, she makes organizing and decluttering a positive and actually relieving experience. We highly recommend her!
- Alan K. , Altadena 2023

 

Olwen was amazing, she helped me to declutter and reassign the spaces in my kitchen after I had extended it. She has years of experience and expertise. She took my ideas and opinions into consideration, in other words she listened! And she helped me with tasks I found very overwhelming. I couldn’t be happier. I can find all my snacks now, as they are in one place and I hope my husband won’t keep buying more until we have eaten some of what we have! The kitchen is a family space with multiple uses and where we spend most of our day. And my child’s items needed to be easily assessable there too. Olwen got all that and more. She is coming back to do my very over stuffed closet , which is a nightmare. I can’t wait!
- Natashia H. , Malibu 2023

 

Amazing ideas, quick work and very kind . A Good Sort is always early , efficient and we have fun while clearing the clutter which makes me so much happier when areas are clear and I can find things easily. Totally destresses me when my home is organized. I have got another project or two, so they will be back!
- R. J. Orange County, CA 2023

 

Once again we called A Good Sort . We needed Olwen’s expertise to unbury us from the piles. With Covid and other illnesses we were unable to keep on top of filing, finding appropriate spaces for items, as we didn’t want to let anyone into our home. As always they did a fabulous job being sensitive to our high level of anxiety and the limited time that we had to spend with them to explain things. Thankfully Olwen has been in our home many times and understands that we want things done properly. We are eternally grateful for such a wonderful service. This time Olwen helped us hire a new weekly cleaner, found other resources for our home as well as clearing those piles that had accumulated. Setting the fantastic system that she created a few years ago back on track . Which totally destressed us and made us smile. Relieved and clutter free thanks to A Good Sort!
- C. C. Los Angeles. 2023

 

A Good Sort saved the day and saved a relationship! Hard working in the unbearable summer LA heat as we left them with a HUGE task . Massive walk in closet and a garage that felt like an impossible task. The Closet had 150 lbs of laundry dumped on the floor, the garage had a warehouse full of contents literally dumped in it too. Olwen and her team , sorted, edited, labeled, classified every last item. So that when we came home it looked like a magazine cover in the house. Incredible before and after scenes. And the garage even though still full as we need to go through items and determine if we are going to keep them all or store them elsewhere. It was easy to walk around and very easy to see and find items. If you want your closet to look like a store and easy to function , then Olwen and her team are amazing! We have used A Good Sort many times over the years. But this time it was an excessive situation and they rose to the occasion and exceeded all expectations as things had gotten out of control through Covid days! Absolutely ecstatic with the results.
- Beth H. , Sherman Oaks 2022

 

Thank you Olwen for everything ! After you left my home, I felt I was in a different place. There was air and space to breath and mind boulders cleared out of my mind. It is now wonderful. Thank you for your expertise and wealth of information and tools. I really appreciate all of it. I look forward to finishing my “homework” . Now I feel that there is light at the end of the tunnel, thanks to you!
- Jennifer G. ,Ventura, CA 2022

 

A Good Sort, Olwen came and organized my two storage units in severe heat with help from a male helper . Absolutely delightful and great energy , Olwen goes non stop. Respectful of your time and shows up early and prepared with great ideas. One step ahead and doesn’t need to be micro managed. She sees a job and gets on with it. Benefited greatly from her skill set . We loved her so much we hired them again in our apartment when packing to move out of the country. Wonderful energy , super friendly and well worth every dollar! Do yourself a favor next time you are overwhelmed with all your stuff, hire A Good Sort. You will be very grateful you did. The Business should be called A Grand Sort!
- Rebekah D. , Burbank, CA 2022

 

A Good Sort, should be renamed A Great Sort. Olwen is a miracle worker! I just moved into a new house and I was feeling completely overwhelmed with the idea of unpacking and organizing my years and years of clutter. Olwen transformed my mess into an organized haven that I know I will be able to maintain. She listened to my needs and concerns and came up with creative solutions to all my organizational/space problems. She was always mindful of our budget , which we really appreciate . We are still figuring out what areas need improvement, furniture and so on, as this is a much bigger home. Olwen has such a bright aura and energy and she achieves so much in a short time. I highly recommend A Good Sort and we will be using her services again in the future!
- Samantha I. , Holmby Hills, California. February 2022

 

Thank you so much Olwen for everything. My filing system is a delight. Much was accomplished in a short time. It is a great relief to me to be able to find everything easily now.
- L. Vance, Brentwood, California. January 2022

 

Our Estate Sale went very smoothly, due to the expertise of Olwen from A Good Sort. She was full of practical information and resources , which really helped me prepare months in advance of the sale date. As we were moving overseas and needed to clear our home, there was much to accomplish. We also discussed advertising and of course she helped us manage the sale on the actual sale weekend. Then wrapping it all up too. I would not hesitate to hire A Good Sort again.
- Linda Cota-Kumagai, Sherman Oaks, California. January 2022

 

We hired Olwen to help my husband organize his home office. She did an amazing job in a time efficient manner. She asked the right questions to determine his needs and acted on his requests. Little things she suggested such as purchasing a label maker added to helping my husband become and remain more organized. Olwen is a good listener and a pleasure to work with. I highly recommend her.
- V. Sussman, Los Angeles, California. November 2021

 

Olwen is nothing short of amazing. I was completely overwhelmed with unpacking my very cluttered garage and soon to be nursery. Baby number 2 on the way! In one day and a half, she took care of both spaces leaving me with a list of manageable tasks for myself and my handyman. She has a clear vision and can just get things done quickly and in a very organized clear way. Highly recommend.
- Luisa P. West Hills, California. October 2021

 

Escrow was closing in 10 days, I was panicking as I had left everything to the last minute. My house needed to be emptied and a friend told me about A Good Sort. Olwen arrived full of energy. She instantly calmed me down by telling me she would make sure everything was completed by the time the new owners needed access. She had some great ideas and resources and she quickly connected me with a very efficient moving company. Handymen were utilized too, they removed small amounts of furniture to many different friends .There was much to do in a short time frame! I handed Olwen the key and I was so grateful that I had minimal involvement as my work schedule was hectic. Olwen took care of everything. After that move, she helped me organize my ever growing closet at my new home as I had been avoiding it for years. She made it all seem so easy and once again I had minimal involvement. My closet has never been so easy to access and so organized. A Good Sort will return to keep us in check . They are amazing, quick and efficient.
- A.D. , Los Angeles, California, July 2021

 

Before our construction started we needed to move and the prospect was daunting. My husband and I were very anxious as we hadn't moved in years . Hiring Olwen made it all so easy. She brought in the right team and that went so well that we actually had fun moving things out and packing up. Moving back in after the construction, we utilized olwen's expertise again. Overall it was a great experience and who can say that about moving. Olwen is coming back to help us fine tune things in some areas. Space assignment is not my forte, but Olwen excels at it. I run my own business, and I don't recommend companies often but I highly recommend A Good Sort, and they are worth every penny!
- C. K. , Los Angeles, California. May 2021

 

Olwen from A Good Sort has organized in my home quickly and efficiently. She’s a delight to be around and passionate and diligent about her work. She listens to her clients and tailors results to their needs. I’m so much more in control of my home, surroundings and possessions than ever before. Olwen fully understands the bottom line and getting the job done on time and within budget. Because Olwen has done such good work for me, I feel very confident in referring her to my friends, all of whom share the same appreciation. She’s simply the best. Thanks again.
- Mark K. Beverly Hills, California. Nov. 2020- May 2021

 

In my 85 years I’ve never been more organized or felt better about my “stuff” until Olwen of A Good Sort came into my life. She has helped to put my many years of marriage, eleven grandchildren and one great grandchild into orderly files so I can lay my hands on them as needed. She also organized my silver collection into Hagerty silver keeper bags labelled and ready for use, just in case we ever entertain again.
I’m looking forward to our next session when we take on my closet. Many thanks Olwen for all you do.
- Lynn Evans, Brentwood,CA. January 2021

 

The service provided was excellent. Thanks for helping us not only see the value of the things we had, but to help us let go of some of the treasures we were not using anymore so others could benefit from them too. I now have a Girl Cave as well as an office!
- Liza S. , Los Angeles, CA. December 2020

 

Olwen is thorough and very clever about how to organize one's creative space. Helped me work through my piles at my design business ,which is located in a warehouse. She is very talented.
- Alicia R., Los Angeles, CA. November 2020

 

A Good Sort came in following Covid guidelines and safety to reset my home office space for optimal functionality. And they also made it a more pleasant place in which to pass the day. Outstanding transformation!
- Rachael L., Marina Del Ray, CA. October 2020

 

I don't know if you can find enough adjectives to describe Olwen's services. She's Prompt, Courteous, personable and efficient. We just moved home. I was totally overwhelmed with boxes of kitchen "Stuff" to the point where I could no longer think straight. Moving from a very large home where everything has its place, to a smaller rental home with limited space is challenging. Olwen approached the Task with calm and clarity. I wish I had taken "Before" photos. She found the logical place for everything . She also gave me ideas for purchases that would help me organize even further. I recommend her highly with no reservations. I look forward to working with her in the future on other projects in my home.
- Ginny C. Studio City, CA. October 2020

 

Olwen is kind, trustworthy and a pleasure to work with. Olwen worked with our family as we moved into a new home before christmas. She made things so easy for us and I had great peace of mind knowing she was on the job. There were days when we felt overwhelmed by everything and Olwen would come in and save the day . We love and thank her for being there for us. There are NOT enough words to let her know how much she has made a difference in our lives. We are very grateful for A Good Sort and all their services they provide but especially for Olwen's caring and personal touch.
- Brandy King, Woodlands Hills, CA. January 2020

 

In May 2019 , I was starting to think of ideas for a major remodel of my home ,in the fall .I needed new windows before winter and I wanted to do something with my old stone floor basement that ran the length of the house . My closets were bulging and so much more . I had a specific budget , I couldn’t do it all . Olwen from A Good Sort , a professional home organizer was in town , visiting some friends. I booked her to come give me a full home consultation. The most amazing thing I could have done. She gave me great ideas . One was adding an en suite master bathroom. I was using the room next door to my master bedroom as a staging area for my favorite clothes . it was full of racks of clothes and shoes and stuff! I was frustrated by the lack of proper closet space in my home. I had lots of closets but they were original to the home and old style , small and badly designed . Based on olwen's recommendations I had my contractor rip out both small closets in my master bedroom. And make one big closet with glass sliding doors which really opened up the room. I asked olwen to come back to help me this year after all the construction work was done . I thought I had purged my closets and organized things pretty well. But I still couldn’t access some items easily, more frustration. Olwen helped me organize my things in a way that made total sense for my lifestyle. I had over stuffed the new master closet! We discussed utilizing the other closets in my house and using the nearly empty basement space as extra storage for seasonal items and things I never wore but wanted to keep! I know, I know, I’m working on not keeping items I never wear! I have a lot of clothes and shoes and other stuff, seriously I have a lot ! And after all the great work i had done in my home I wanted all my stuff to look good but also be easy to access.. It takes a lot of time and money getting organized. Very frustrating for me that it doesn’t go faster or I can’t click my fingers and have it all done instantly , but all the time spent on this major project , is so worth it. Hiring a pro is the way to go , especially financially . I learnt the hard way hiring “ cowboys “ on my first renovations . Pay the professionals, they know what they are doing . Olwen is a Pro . She has been doing this for many years and she knows her stuff . Lots of great ideas. She is professional but very personable and she allows you to discuss ideas and gives you great feedback too. Always gets back to me and she never gets tired of keeping in touch. Awesome experience. I’m busy Working on my homework which is helping me with my budget as I am financially drained after all the renovations. I am actually enjoying the process . Olwen says it is a process , but so is my life ! Hire this Pro,you won't be sorry you did, you will get more than your money's worth, I sure did!
- Sara R. , Woodstock , New York. February 2020

 

Olwen is pompt, courteous and very helpful. She's attentive to the many facets of "home organization " , be they practical and/or emotional. She helped me de clutter and organize my workspace and we ended up freeing it up. Good feeling . Recommend.
- Punch H. Santa Monica, California. February 2020

 

Before Olwen Turtle from A Good Sort came to our home I felt uncomfortable to let anyone into my office. That’s because my office was so sloppy and unorganized. But Olwen always makes me feel very relaxed and she is never judgmental. She always takes care of my mess , easily and seamlessly. Olwen has been to our home before, several years ago. When I knew things were getting out of control again in my home office, I called her and we scheduled a day to work on my piles. I am getting older now and forgetful and it is harder for me to manage all the paperwork, memorabilia and stuff that floats in and out of my life and ends up in my office. I was having difficulty getting into my office as boxes were blocking the doorway and covering most of the floor. I dreamed everything in my office was easy for me and my husband to reach. Olwen worked with me to achieve that dream. We purged a lot of boxes of paperwork throughout the day which was really liberating and made me so happy. Identifying what and why I hold on to all those papers was even more eye opening . I will not look at my mail and papers that arrive in our home in the same way ever again! We saved all the good stuff and Olwen put those things into containers or boxes and labelled them clearly, so I can find them easily. She also set up some new file folders which are very easy for us to read (most important ) and access. We will use our files now as we can get to the desk in my office. Yes, I have homework to do , but it is not so overwhelming. And I am very aware that it took a long time to gather the mess and it takes a lot longer to clear up my mess. I must mention that Olwen is great at working within our budget which helps a lot too! Thank you very much Olwen , for working so hard and getting so much accomplished in just one day! I just can not thank you enough. I would not know what to do without you. I highly recommend Olwen and her services from A Good Sort.
- Anna Martin, Orange County, California. December 2019

 

Olwen from A Good Sort , coordinated a complicated house move from one part of town to another this summer . House fell out of Escrow and there were multiple date changes. Had to change moving companies and handyman due to date changes, several times and Olwen took it upon herself to take care of ever last detail for me. Olwen helped me purge for a few weeks before the move which really helped as I was moving to a smaller home and only wanted to bring essential items ( what I loved ) as I want a simpler and easier system in my new home . She scheduled resources to remove unwanted furniture and items from our nearly 6,000 sq. Ft. home . And took donations daily in her own car always bringing back Receipts, again always eager and more then willing to do this. She unpacked and organized in our new home , helping me figure out space assignment in my new home as everything is very different there. Also Scheduling removals of excessive amount of packing boxes from the move and purchased furniture and so much more ... Olwen will come back to help me finalize organizing after her handyman has completed some work! Thank you Olwen for always being here for me, I seriously could not have done this move without you!
- Carolyn N. , Pacific Palisades, LA, CA. August 2019

 

Olwen was such a pleasure to work with and got right down to business quickly! Not only did she help my husband and I purge both of our closets, but she recommended innovative ideas for us to stay organized , and more importantly , she changed our way of thinking about organization and every day maintenance, so we'll never get back to the way we were. She even checked back in with us to make sure we were staying on top of things!
- Jasmine R., Marina Del Ray, LA, CA. March 2019

 

Olwen is the best! She's so kind and helpful and really helps you focus on what you're trying to accomplish. and helps you not get overwhelmed with what you've not been able to face on your own. She's a positive force of energy and keeps you motivated while providing a safe space to express what's holding you back and getting in your way. Personally, I've been dealing with some stress , anxiety and depression that I had let my home get so full of clutter which of course just added to the stress. She helped me clear out and focus on my living space, put whatever wasn't immediately necessary in storage so i could keep my living space clear and organized. It has lifted such a heavy weight to live in this lovely clean environment where everything has a place. Our next project together is to clear out my storage unit, but at least right now where i spend my days ( I work from home) it feels so so so much better. It has had a huge impact on my stress and anxiety. So I am so grateful. And I can't wait to start our next storage project soon.
- Myka E. Los Feliz, LA, CA. November 2018

 

Olwen coordinated several home moves for my elderly mother in the last year and a half, as I live overseas in Amsterdam. My mother lives in Los Angeles. She moved my mother from one home to another and then a year later from her home to a care facility. She helped me immensely with every detail and also figuring out what items go to different storage units and other homes. The whole process involved downsizing and also going through a huge amount of boxes that came out of storage, filled with family memorial dating back many years. She coordinated and consulted with many of my family members and of course my mother too. It was not an easy process for my mother ,to go from having a home to moving into a care facility, but she trusted Olwen to take care of everything, we both did! Olwen introduced me to a great moving company and together they did several moves effortlessly. In all honestly having someone take this whole overwhelming process off my shoulders was incredible! The whole experience was all very emotional.

 

Olwen, Thank you so much! I really appreciate being able to depend on you so much. I don't know how I could have managed without you. It is wonderful to have someone so organized and yet so sensitive on a human level to handle the complexities that come with life changes like these. It is great to have someone so trustworthy as you.
- Leslie Janoe, Amsterdam. Los Angeles : Hancock Park & Santa Monica.
  June-Aug. 2017 & May-Aug. 2018

 

Hiring Olwen was one of the best decisions I made as a homeowner. My only regret was not hiring her sooner, as she helped me "undo" plenty of stuff that wouldn't have had to be undone had she already been on board! Her organizational skills and knowledge are exemplary, her professionalism is impeccable; and yet they are surpassed by her personal touch, which is what truly makes her stand out in my opinion. Olwen came into my life (and my home!) during a highly charged emotional time for me, and somehow turned her presence into welcome and soothing occasions that I looked forward to, rather than the stressful, nail-biting experience I anticipated. She somehow innately knew when to gently push and prod me forward with actions and decisions, and when to step back and just "let it be." All in all, her skills, experience and instincts are second to none, and she has my highest recommendation.
Thank you, Olwen!
- Jesse H. Huntington Beach, CA. April 2018

 

Olwen is my dear friend and runs 'A Good Sort'. She is also the most amazing professional organizer for your home. She has helped me with so many decisions. A Good Sort helped me with decluttering, removal of items in my home and most importantly going through my many storage units. Helping me reduce the storage units down to just a few was a huge relief. I was dreading it actually, but it went much faster with Olwen's expertise and guidance and we had fun too! She does everything in her fabulous Irish loving, determined, helpful and quick way. I highly recommend her if you are moving home, downsizing or need anything organized. I couldn't have done it all without her help and advice. She truly is A Good Sort! With love and respect...Melanie
- Melanie Griffith , Hollywood Hills , Los Angeles, CA. May 2018

 

My closets were over flowing before olwen from A Good Sort entered my life. Olwen came highly recommended by a friend who was thrilled with A Good Sort. Olwen helped me realise how many beautiful clothes, shoes and bags that I had accumulated, but I didn't wear. She explained the importance of collating and culling in my closet and in fact all over my home. This helped me make the decisions of what to keep, throw away, donate, sell or give to a friend. She helped me purchase timeless pieces to coordinate with my existing closet. Everything now comes together effortlessly and I have learnt some cool styling tips too. My closet was organized by color and size which wasn't working for me. Olwen worked tirelessly to customize my closet for my personal style.She orchestrated selling some of my items to consignment stores.The whole experience has been enlightening and actually saved me money!.
- J.J., Beverly Hills, CA. January 2018

 

Last minute we needed to pack up and move out of our home due to unforeseen construction. AHHH!! We were not sure where we were going or if we were putting our things into storage. It was a relief to know that a total stranger could come into our lives and quickly take control of a very stressful situation. Olwen is the queen of organization and seemed to thrive on the constant challenges we threw at her. We were thrilled with the progress and the endless amount of professionalism, contacts, information and so on, that Olwen and her team brought to the job. And I must mention Olwen is incredibly flexible and she managed to navigate around the whole mess effortlessly. We have booked her to come back to unpack and organize us fully to optimize our new spaces.
- Cathy and Tim, Santa Monica, CA. January 2018

 

I am embarrassed to admit my home office was a disaster that always over flowed on to my dining room table, the floor ,the kitchen table and eventually everywhere in my home! My New Years Resolution was to get organized. It has been a problem for a long time and I keep doing the same thing over and over and over and miraculously expecting the results to be different and they weren't! Olwen arrived full of energy and great ideas. She helped me de-clutter and organize my home office in less time than I had imagined. I had very unrealistic expectations about this huge project that I had tried to solve many times over the years and couldn't on my own! With Olwen's advice I spent money wisely purchasing a new desk .She re purposed items which I loved and she was always conscious of my budget and style. To say having a professional organizer in my home has changed my life, would be an understatement.The Importance of having someone with her skill set is critical; the skill to look at your space from a different perspective and maximize it. It is like you turned on the light for the first time, clarity yes! It wasn't easy going through all of the piles of paper, that was the hardest part of the process for me. Now I actually like going into my office and I can find everything. Olwen has taught me some tools which I now utilize daily, not only in my office but throughout my home. Time management and her constant voice in my head will keep me on the clutter free path. She is coming back to help me organize more areas in my home and I've scheduled her in my calendar for a once a year tune up in my home office. Best gift I have received in years , the gift of time!
- I. Byrne, Pasadena, CA. February 2018

 

Olwen is the most amazing organizer I've ever had. She is resourceful, creative, dedicated and completely supportive. I can't imagine using anyone else.
I moved again this year and thankfully Olwen & her team (assistants , handymen, and moving company) were fantastic. I’ve used Olwen from A Good Sort many times over the years to help me get organized in my home and to move home. She really knows what she is doing. This past move was very difficult as I was downsizing again and moving some things to storage- going in between homes until my new home is ready to move into. Assessing what to keep and what to donate, what to put into storage and all that tedious stuff! Moving was very overwhelming and emotional for me this time, much more so than any other move in the past. Olwen helped me in that process, she always says it is a process and it is. thankfully she is great at guiding and helping me make the tough decisions. Having to deal with your items in several storage units can be very frustrating when you are in between homes.. We started in 2016 by purging what I could in the house and garage, outside, all over in fact …. but the big task came in January 2017 when I was actually moving and got real about the restrictions on this move . Olwen was great at keeping me focused as this one wasn’t easy! Thanks to Olwen, now I have the resource of some young helpers to access my stuff in storage. When I move back into my new home I will be able to sit back and relax knowing Olwen will take care of everything. She is just great at figuring out space assignments and coming up with solutions to problem areas or lack of storage. She is working with my interior decorator and also the construction crew at my new home so we maximize all the space that is available for storage and then also help to create some we wouldn’t have thought to use. I won’t have any challenges about settling back into a new home. That is the joy and wonder of working with a true professional who can help you think out of the box. Olwen is always one step ahead of you and is there to help you solve all the bumps or craters in the road! Call A Good Sort you will be very happy, relieved and there definitely will be Clarity!
- W. Margolis, West Los Angeles, California. 2016-2017

 

Olwen from A Good Sort has helped me get organized in my home in the past few years. Finding someone who is helpful, resourceful and nonjudgmental was very important to me. I have a busy Interior Design business and I am always on the run and knowing you have someone who will come on board and you can trust to get things done has been a huge relief for me. Bringing in a Professional who can assess your particular situation and help break the pattern of despair as I call it, changes everything. I just kept repeating the same thing over and over and ending up back in the same spot. Olwen is great at figuring out your problems zones even if you don’t know them and she helps you work on changing things to get the long term results you want. She doesn’t judge or criticize, she listens and is very attentive and she will give you the end result that you desire within the confines of the job, budget and situation. As someone who owns and runs her own business, I fully understand the bottom line and getting the job done on time and within budget. Because Olwen has done such good work for me I feel very confident in referring her to my clients on every job. Especially referring her to those who don’t know what a Professional Organizer is or how she will help them or change their lives for the better. Some clients use her for small projects, others call her when they are moving.
Many of my clients have a full staff but they have utilized Olwen’s expertize and referrals. She is often that missing link in getting the job done properly and efficiently. A Good Sort are Professional, resourceful, friendly and they actually show up on time, which is rare these days.
- JM Designs, Glendale, California. 2016-2017

 

After living in my home for nearly 30 years, Olwen Turtle not only helped me do "A Good Sort" of my stuff -for a big move from Southern to Northern California - but also gave me sound advice (i.e. start by collating things that belong together) and she also recommended a fantastic mover! Along with lots of hand holding and encouragement which was much needed to motivate me to get ready to downsize and relocate. Thank you Olwen from the bottom of my heart!!!
- V. Morris, Highland Park, LA, California. July 2016

 

Recently my garage was sorted under the direction of Olwen Turtle from "A Good Sort". I thought the price would be steep but the opposite proved to be true. This service is invaluable. What was confusing for me was that she straightened out everything so easily, in quick movements and with the speed and energy of a group of jockeys. She even explained to me how I got stuck in the first place! She is a pleasure to be around, easy and observant. You cannot give yourself a better present. Don't miss out.
- Robbie Jacobsen, Yorba Linda, Orange County,California. - March 2015

 

"Olwen saved the day! We had a large home with years of stuff tucked away in every corner and closet that needed to be organized and packed away. Olwen gave me immediate attention and she made herself available to come to the house and assess the job with very short notice. Within a day I received an organized and very thorough bid. We were asking a lot and Olwen rose to the occasion. She worked amazingly well with our client and was able to give her guidance and direction in a kind and friendly manner that gave our client the wherewithal to accomplish what previously was overwhelming. I highly recommend A Good Sort"!
- Elizabeth McConocha at Pardee Properties, Venice, California. - April 2015

 

My realtors had the wonderful insight of hiring a Professional Organizer to help me when I was getting ready to move home after many years. Olwen helped me declutter my home by identifying ,packing and moving items to ready the house for sale. Frankly,at first I couldn't figure out why I needed an organizer. Well, after living in my home for over 16 years and having items from my late husbands 26 years here too, I was crazy to even think I could handle any of it on my own. Thank goodness they hired Olwen Turtle from A Good Sort! Olwen came in and in no time got to know my needs and comfort level. She was more than effective, yet helped me stay at ease with my very challenging decisions. She was working under a time limitation and handled everything so seamlessly that I would forget that she was there except for the fact that things were marked and disappearing (boxed) very quickly. In Short, Olwen kept me focused and was so supportive that she even let me feel that I helped while she did 90% of the work! She really kept the stress level down. Trust me, if you ever need help, give her a try. She is professional, straight forward about the issues, a hard worker and is a pleasure to be around! I will use her gain!
- Patti Jordan, Mar Vista area, Los Angeles, California. - April 2015

 

My mother (she is 91) and I were traumatized with the thought of moving and downsizing her from her own home to go into assisted living. I Consulted with Olwen and got some great tips on organizing items in a much smaller space and buying organizational products.I am very organized in my own home so I planned on doing all the organizing for my mother myself. Then the whole situation became very overwhelming and emotional. I hired Olwen and she took the burden off my shoulders and helped in so many wonderful ways. She made the whole experience seem so easy and effortless. My mother adores her as she is very kind and extremely patient especially with older folks. Olwen helped alleviate a lot of my mother's fears dealing with such a life altering move . All in all a wonderful experience and well worth the money. Stress free and relieved mother and daughter,
- Jean and Mary, Pasadena, California.

 

I am a very busy stay at home dad with kids and I also work from home. Olwen's help was invaluable to me and my wife who was not really involved with the organizing process but very happy with the results! We are a very organized family but Olwen showed us some great new ways to organize some areas and also pointed out some very obvious spaces that we were not fully utilizing in our large home. Olwen is Professional, punctual, discreet, reasonably priced ,very flexible and very pleasant to have in our home. We will use her services again in the future.
- Tobey and family in Brentwood, California.

 

Olwen Came highly recommended from a friend who had used her services several times. My wife and I were anxious about the amount of clutter in our home and how we would tackle it all in a timely manner and within our budget .Spending time on the consultation was most productive,giving us ideas and also the time to make a plan and do homework in advance of Olwen working with us. We did some work on our own before we started to work with olwen and when we came to a grinding halt we knew we needed to schedule time with the Professional. We were surprised at the amazing results of our de-Cluttering session with Olwen and her team . Setting up a system that worked for us after the initial de-cluttering was so easy. As we continued to do more work on our own we found we needed further assistance from Olwen and asked back for another session. Olwen alleviates your worst fears, tackles any project with gusto and makes it all seem so easy. What seems unsurmountable to us is easily solved by Olwen . She is informative, fast and efficient and we love her positive outlook with all her great ideas. She has helped us implement so many new ideas into our home and lifestyle that have made it so much easier for us to be organized .Also helped us to easily maintain the efficient system that she has set up for us. Highly recommend her and her team. Well worth the time and money invested. Time and Money spent on Creating Clarity in our lives which is priceless to our family.
- T. Bates and family Simi Valley, California.

 

Overwhelmed with the whole getting organized situation but knew I needed to do something as things were out of control especially in my home office . A friend suggested getting profession help from an organizer . I didn't know people like Olwen existed. Consulted with A Good Sort and was very happy with the meeting. I was anxious and overwhelmed again when they arrived to do the work . I did not do any of the homework suggested at the Consultation before the work began. I had no idea how important doing the homework would be overall but especially in relation to the budget. But I did work on the list of homework provided after the initial work session which has helped me keep my budget under control. I am relieved that I can move around my home office and find things easily. I don't go out and buy stuff all the time now because I can find my supplies. I have saved a bunch of money already even with the organizing fees, all in all a great experience. I will do the rest of my home when money and time is available. But currently I am using some tips and ideas that olwen suggested, they are working out great. Who knew getting organized could actually be this easy and a huge stress reliever. Coming home to calm at the end of my day is life changing for me as I have a very stressful job and very little free time to deal with these issues. Olwen has a way of making you feel calm about the whole process which was very scary to me initially. Now I can't wait for our next project . I am excited to do the work that needs to be done to fully organize my home . I am not anxious or overwhelmed anymore. Can't say enough good things about Olwen and A Good Sort.
- Jay Hardy, Los Angeles, California.

 

Olwen helped us de-clutter and organize our house in the midst of the constant chaos of three young children running about. After ten years of accumulating too much stuff and not knowing where to put it all, we needed help deciding what to get rid of, what to keep and how to set up a system of organization. Olwen was a fresh pair of eyes and she came up with innovative ways to rearrange our house. We started out thinking we had too little storage space, but Olwen organized our belongings so well that now we actually have empty shelves in our storage room! She is energetic, efficient, and willing to tackle even the messiest of projects. She was always mindful of our budget and only made suggestions on products that she felt would really benefit us. We highly recommend Olwen for your organizational needs.
- M.R. ,Santa Monica, California.

 

Olwen's approach to a variety of tasks at my home was very helpful.
She was systematic,but creative ,organized but opened minded.Never judgmental even with my unending number of items.
Be sure to have plenty of work because Olwen accomplishes a lot in a relatively short time
- J.B. California.

 

About Olwen Turtle..of "A Good Sort"......I was a fashion model with Eileen Ford in the Fifties, along came The Television Set and "the TV Commercial".....and then, in the Sixties, my contract to Alfred Hitchcock to Star in THE BIRDS, and MARNIE ,.......I had over that period of years, the opportunity to collect a wardrobe that is unusual, unique, beautiful, extensive, and expensive....day clothes, cocktail dresses, evening gowns, jewelry, shoes, scarves......I have had a building built with cedar lining to house this collection. Eventually, I cried out for help!!!!........Enter...Olwen Turtle!!!!!
Since this lady,( friend for a number of years), came to help me with this ever growing issue of too many wonderful things. My life has been changed!!!.......What she did with me was a bit of a mind changing edit on how I look at this collection of  'can't let that go' or  'how many of those do you need', and other relative thought changing issues.....
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Thank you Olwen.........With my wardrobe felt gratitude forever.......

X0X0X0X..........Tippi    (Tippi Hedren)

 

"Olwen moved me into my new home in a way that made me able to see everything I have, feel at ease in my house, and completely got rid of my anxiety about organizing my closet. I am so grateful to her!"
- D.J. Los Angeles, California.

 

Olwen Turtle is amazing.  I have worked with her several times and she always knows exactly how to approach a new problem.  She has helped me with a serious clutter problem...sincerely changed my life.  A great sense of freedom has followed that change and I have never been more creative, free and happy.
She "staged" my house when it was for sale and it sold before the first open house.  This was a house that was a true mess before she was involved.
Recently, she helped me with moving into a studio space that was too difficult for me to handle alone...one day's work and all was right.
She is constantly sensitive to my process, encouraging of my progress and a pleasure to work with.  I can't say enough good things about Olwen.  As I said before, she is amazing.  
- Carole ,Santa Monica, California.

 

Thank goodness Olwen tackled my scariest mess with conviction and fortitude. I am absolutely grateful her for her service!
- Diane W

 

I have always been lucky enough to have very busy but enjoyable jobs - I thrive on the multi tasking and the hustle and bustle but somehow, when it gets to organising me I just find it impossible - I seem to run out of energy knowing that I have a vague grasp on things and nothing too disastrous will happen if I leave things another week or three! Then I met Olwen and was intrigued by what she did and having had a recommendation for her skills from someone I think of as super efficient - I took the plunge!   She has completely rearranged how I think about stuff - we have had massive clear outs of all sorts  - from the basic admin and other  important stuff to my wardrobe and generally how I organise myself.  Over the last year I am feeling so much better about my dimishing piles of bags of stuff - lots of it has gone, what's left is accessible and ordered in a meaningful way - I can't believe how good it feels.   Yes, I did feel a bit guilty that I could not get a grip on this myself but you know what, having someone with Olwen's persuasive and methodical ways to work alongside you eases the pain.  Olwen has become  a regular booking in my diary and worth the investment.
- Ann Goodger, Fulham, London, England.

 

I requested help from “A Good Sort” organizing service because of its very favorable references on "Angie’s list".  Olwen the owner helped me to de-clutter & organize approximately 8 years of disorganized office files and related paperwork; overstuffed closets, including filled boxes of photos, clothing, etc. which were in numerous piles throughout my master bedroom and in a second bedroom as well. I had attempted to tackle this problem myself but it was overwhelming.  Olwen came into this situation and with her efficiency and precise & creative organizational skills made an insurmountable task manageable.   I also requested her professional organizer assistance including her decorator skills with many other projects in other rooms/areas in my home, all which she handled with great professionalism & sensitivity.  Olwen first tackled the master bedroom, initially to address years of unfiled paperwork; and during this process I asked Olwen’s assistance to also redecorate this bedroom which hadn’t been decorated in almost 20 years.  She carried out this project enthusiastically with many valued and creative suggestions. This included wall paper removal, painting, king size bed removal; removal & assistance with the selection of mini blinds and bookshelves:  Olwen coordinated purchases, their installation and supervised the workmen; and as well did the personal shopping for designated items.

Over a period of several weeks, Olwen tackled multiple projects in my home skillfully, with a boundless energy and cheery attitude; her knack for repurposing items was especially appreciated.  She is focused and with her professional organizer abilities successfully resolves challenging tasks and brings order out of the chaos.   My living space is now a restful and peaceful environment; and it’s great to be able to easily access information from my files. Coming into a person’s home to de-clutter and re-organize is a most personal and delicate undertaking; and what Olwen brings to the job is her rare ability to pace the work respecting the client’s emotional readiness “to do the work.”  I look forward to working with her on future projects.
- Cee Cee, San Gabriel Valley, California.

 

Every home should have one! That best describes Olwen Turtle. Fortunately, my home has had the benefits of Olwen's expertise on many occasions. She has reorganized both my home office and my closets. I am a single man and I, like most people I know,have great difficulty keeping my home office in some semblance of order. That's where Olwen has come to the rescue. Her organizational skills are superb and her diligence unexcelled in my experience. She is a real professional and seems to thrive on cleaning up other people's messes. Her patience, tenacity, and competance in sorting, filing,and generally improving one's quality of life. Olwen is a delightful gal and her fees are very reasonable.
- From a happy customer,
Larry Schnadig, Brentwood, California.

 

I can't recommend Olwen enough... she came into a stressful moving situation, calmed us down, and cheerfully and quickly went about organizing and packing for our move. She never made me feel embarrassed about the amount of kitchen gear I have amassed (actually she was thrilled)... and was very careful with all our various equipment. She was always on time and responded quickly to my phone calls.
- Kirstin,U., Los Angeles, California.

 

Olwen Turtle is a fantastic, kind, trustworthy, patient and organized individual who has helped me to put my chaotic and creative world in order.
- Marina Drasnin….artist/florist/photographer
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