Tips for Successful Fall Decluttering
Try the “One Drawer a Day” Rule: Tackle one cupboard, drawer, bin, or box per day to avoid overwhelm. You don’t have to get it all done in a weekend. Start with the most frequently used spaces and move down the list as time allows. Use the Three-Box Method: Label boxes “Keep”, “Donate or Sell”, and “Toss”. Be decisive. Leave the boxes in plain sight to remind you of your task as you begin stashing away summer items and transitioning to fall activities. Ask Seasonal Questions: As you pack up, evaluate whether there are items you didn’t use this year that you don’t want to keep another year. Similarly, when you drag out decor and clothing for the fall, ask yourself whether you used items last fall or winter. If not, donate them now. Get the Family Involved: Pick a date, outline tasks, and get everyone on board. Make sure your goal is achievable. You can make it fun with a parents versus kids competition or have rewards for a job well done.
Letting Go to Welcome More Decluttering isn’t just about making space—it’s about making room. For clarity, calm, creativity, and even connection. As you lighten your home this fall, you may just find you’ve lightened your mind, too. So before the snow falls and the holiday season sweeps you away, take this opportunity to simplify your space and start fresh. Because a well-loved, well-edited home is the coziest place to be when the seasons change.
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