On a decluttering kick and want to keep going? Here are 15 MORE items that are easy to declutter!
Paper & plastic shopping bags
Even if you are great at remembering to bring your reusables to the store, somehow shopping bags keep creeping into the house. And while keeping a few bags handy is helpful, they can quickly spiral! As professionals, we recommend setting a designated container for them. When they start to outgrow it, it’s time to throw some away!
junk mail
The best time to deal with junk mail is the second it comes into the house. The second best time is NOW! Get rid of it!
“Gifts” you didn’t want
This is a tough one for many of us, but if a gift isn’t serving you, it’s ok to let it go. The point of the gift was in the giving, not the keeping
toys YOU hate
Do your kids have a toy you can’t stand? Maybe it plays an annoying song or frequently breaks just enough that you have to step in and put it back together? Do yourself a favor and make it disappear!
wire hangers
Beauty Products you don’t use
receipts
Obviously some receipts may need to be kept for returns, insurance, or tax purposes. A general rule I follow is to toss any that are past their return window, are for an item that cost less than $200, and aren’t needed for taxes. That’s a lot of paper that can head right in the trash!
ketchup packets
Is your junk drawer full of ketchup packets, soy sauce, and take-out plasticware? In less than 30 seconds, it doesn’t have to be!
Christmas & greeting cards
Do you have cards cluttering up you entryway or counter months after you received them? Most of them can probably be recycled. If there are a few that are truly sentimental, display them or pack them away safely so they don’t get damaged.
old sunscreen
Did you know sunscreen expires? If it’s more than 3 years old, it may not be working as effectively. Throw it out!
markers that no longer work
Throw away any dried markers or pens that no long write
your out of control shred pile
free samples
If you weren’t excited enough to try something out right away, you probably won’t ever use it. Let it go!
Old Bridesmaid dresses
old prescription glasses
These can be donated to Lions/Rotary clubs at several WalMart locations.
Hi, I’m Meghan,
Professional organizer, mom, former educator, wife, and auntie. I am dedicated to minimalism, greener living, and community service.
I believe organization can relieve stress and help all aspects of your life function more smoothly. I hope the information here can help you create a more peaceful home and lifestyle!
