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Unless you are a decluttering fanatic like me, decluttering won’t top your list of fun things to do.
The feeling of satisfaction the results reap however is another story. And when you can declutter in 5 minutes – it’s a win win!
Remember that the hardest part is getting started. This is why I am diving into these projects that you can declutter in 5 minutes, so that you can warm up and see how effective a little decluttering can be!
Here are 10 decluttering projects you can do in 5 minutes
1. Winter accessories
They’re thick and bulky, and winter is totally over. Remove all of your thick scarves, gloves and hats. Check that everything is in great condition, and remove any pieces you have not worn this winter. Fold, and put everything back neatly into it’s place. The perfect clothing category to declutter in 5 minutes.
2. Laundry supplies
Often low on our priority list, laundry supplies often need a little attention. Check all your stock. Remove any empty bottles. Give the remaining ones a good wipe. Clean the shelf, cupboard or surface that holds all your detergents. Perhaps it’s time to leave a little bin where your laundry supplies are. I know that if I do not, we’d have tumble dryer fluff all over the place!
3. Your handbag
Take out everything. All of it. Might I suggest you do this close to a trash can? 🙂
Chances are, you’ve got a long-lost lippy hiding at the bottom, and a few loose change in there too. Discard the stuff that belongs in the trash, clean your bag, decide what stays and what goes, and pack it neatly.
5 minute decluttering project success!
4. The bedside tables
Is it just me, or are nightstand drawers notoriously hard to keep tidy? When I do take the time to empty them, I’m often surprised at how much stuff I thought disappeared is inside of them. It must be the size of my drawers. They’re large enough to hold a thing or two, but too tiny to be assigned a particular use.
In any case, a decluttered bedside table is a good thing. Go for it!
5. Wherever your incoming mail & papers sit
Everyone’s got a place where all of the mail, school forms, and other bits of paper reside until it is used or forgotten. Sort through what you have. Throw away the useless bits into the recycling bin. Take note of any important dates in your calendar. Fill out any forms needing to be submitted. Most importantly, think of a solution if you do not have one yet. Such paper needs to be deposited in a safe space such as labelled trays, or even a drawer; and dealt with every 2 or 3 days to ensure you do not miss anything.
- Medicine Cabinet Cleanout: Spend 5 minutes sorting through your medicine cabinet, disposing of expired medications and organizing the remaining items.
- Shoe Rack Cleanup: Quickly tidy up your shoe rack or entryway by pairing up shoes, tossing out any worn-out pairs, (whilst you’re at it: and returning stray shoes to their designated spots.
- Utensil Drawer Tidy-Up: Organize your kitchen utensil drawer by removing any duplicates or items you no longer use, and rearranging the rest for easy access.
- Backpack Check: Have your kids empty out their school backpacks and sort through papers, old assignments, and any items that don’t belong. This helps keep their backpacks light and organized for the next school day.
- Linen Closet Refresh: Quickly tidy up your linen closet by folding towels and sheets neatly, checking for expired or worn-out linens, and organizing everything by size and type.
Aren’t you psyched to get DECLUTTERING! I am too – just by writing this!
Have a SUPER day my lovely mamas!
Nakita xxx
Links mentioned in this episode
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