My daughter is at the tween age now, where she’s starting high school so feels quite grown up but is still only 11 (and a bit). She wanted a more grown up room to reflect her new status as a high school kid, so we worked together to overhaul her room. One of the major tasks was decluttering her bedroom. It’s no secret that tweens can accumulate a remarkable amount…
Category: Decluttering
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How to Declutter Your Bookshelves: A Step-by-Step Guide
Bookshelves are more than just furniture; they are places to showcase our interests, passions, and even a bit of our personalities. Over time, however, these shelves can become overwhelmed with books, knick-knacks, and dust (or rocks, things your kids have made at school and Lego in my case!), making them feel more like cluttered chaos than a literary haven. If you’ve reached the point where your bookshelves need a makeover,…
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10 Things I’ve Stopped Buying Since Going Minimalist
Minimalism isn’t just about having less stuff and living in a small space. It’s about being happier in your day-to-day life and letting the items around you bring you peace. Decluttering my life has been an eye-opening experience to just how much clutter I was bringing in and what things I find I no longer need now that I live a minimalist lifestyle. Here are 10 things I stopped buying…
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Post-Christmas Decluttering Checklist
As the calendar rolls around to the New Year it’s time to think about packing away the Christmas decor. Whenever you take down your decorations, whether it’s the traditional Twelfth Night or 1 January (like me!), it’s a great time for a spot of post-Christmas decluttering. Decluttering your home is not just the act of tidying up; it’s a process that can positively impact your physical and mental well-being. After…
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Why September is the Ideal Time to Declutter Your Home
September has always been a time of new starts for me. When I was younger, I had the excitement of back to school and new stationery (who doesn’t love starting out with new notebooks and pens?!) and now I’m older, it’s the excitement of my daughter heading back to school after the long summer holidays and me gaining some much needed headspace again. I love the return to routine that…
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How to Declutter Before Christmas
The holiday season is just around the corner, and it’s time to prepare your home for the festive cheer and warmth of Christmas. However, before you deck the halls, it’s a good idea to declutter your home to create a welcoming and organized space for the holiday festivities. A clutter-free home not only sets the stage for a joyful celebration but also allows you to fully enjoy the season without…