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Let's face it, we all accumulate stuff over time, whether or not we like it, and sometimes our homes can feel a little bit overwhelmed by the sheer volume of what we have collected.
As we get on with our lives, there is always a tendency to hold on to things, even things you know you'll no longer use. There are many reasons for this, including:
Those things mean something to you or have sentimental value.
Thinking at one point in the future, you'll be needing it again or will repair them, or even repurpose them.
You hold on to things because it has monetary value and you hope to sell them later.
You may fear you'll regret throwing something away, in case you'll find yourself wanting to use that something in the future.
You may just not have the time to deal with these things, and would rather just keep it away - out of sight out of mind!
You might not know how to get rid of certain things, like kitchen appliances that you haven't used or are broken,
As we live in a consumer-oriented society, people can develop a strong attachment to their possessions and may find it challenging to get rid of things that they bought and collected over time.
It's important to remember that decluttering doesn't mean just throwing things away. There are many things you can do with the things you're getting rid of. Here's a list of what you can do with the items you declutter.
Many items that you no longer need or use can be donated to charities, thrift stores, schools, community centers, or even shelters. This allows someone else to benefit from them.
If you have items that are in good condition but don't serve you anymore, you can sell them online through an online marketplace, garage sales, and consignment shops.
If you have family and friends who you think might find value in some of the things you no longer need, consider giving them as gifts.
Organize a swap meet with friends, family, or neighbors to exchange items you no longer need for things you do.
For those things that are really close to your heart and have extreme sentimental value, create a memory box for them. Remember to keep only what's important.
Keep in mind that the key is to find the most appropriate option for each item based on its condition and usefulness.
In this post, I've listed 101 items that you most likely have in your home that you might want to consider decluttering. They are divided into rooms so if you do decide to embark on this journey of decluttering your home, you can choose to do it room by room, which I know for myself, is easier to tackle. You can choose to do it all in one weekend or one room a weekend.
Whatever you choose, starting the process of decluttering your home will certainly reward you with a more organized and stress-free living space.
Let's get started!
Declutter your home easily with this list!
Kitchen
1. Manuals for appliances and electronics
2. Cookbooks you've only opened once
3. Single-use gadgets that you got because they went viral but you just used them once
4. Kitchen appliances you no longer use or are not working
5. Old and expired spices, dry and canned foods
6. Scratched nonstick pans
7. Old cookware that's collecting dust
8. Mismatched plastic containers - containers with missing lids, and the lids with missing container
9. Old vases
10. Commemorative spoons and plates
11. Fancy loose teas you received as gifts
12. Chopsticks and soy sauce or ketchup packets
13. Take-out menu - everything's online now
14. Excess plastic bags
15. Utensils you don't reach for
16. Expired coupons and promotion flyers
17. Tableware and glassware that you don't really use anymore
Living Room
18. Broken remotes
19. Unused electronic gadgets, such as game consoles and everything that comes with it.
20. VHS workout tapes
21. CDs and DVDs
22. Magazines
23. Picture frames with broken easel backs
24. Chargers for old electronics
25. Musical instruments no one plays anymore
26. Excess throw pillows
27. Artificial or dry flowers that are collecting dust more than anything
28. Anything with an antenna
29. Dusty potpourri
30. Unused candles
Bedrooms
31. Broken costume jewelry
32. Old scrunchies that don't scrunch anymore and broken air clips
33. Lipsticks and cosmetics you no longer use, and might just be 10 years old
34. Excessive decorative pillows
35. Broken lamps
36. Old textbooks in your kid's rooms
37. Old school bags no longer in use
Wardrobes & Drawers
38. Orphan mittens & socks
39. Clothes you haven't worn in a year, be ruthless!
40. Underwear you don't reach for anymore
41. Soccer uniforms the kids have outgrown
42. Bridesmaid dresses
43. Ill-fitting clothes
44. Wire hangers from the dry cleaner
45. Shoes you don't use anymore
Bathrooms
46. Almost empty bottles of bubbles
47. Spare contact lens cases
48. Free gifts from cosmetic purchases
49. Old, half-used, and expired skincare and toiletries
50. Expired medication
51. Unused first aid supplies
52. Shampoo and conditioner you no longer use or prefer
Junk Drawer
53. Unidentifiable keys
54. Roadmaps
55. Incomplete decks of playing cards
56. Old receipts
57. Old mail
58. Pens without any ink or caps
59. Unidentifiable pieces of paper
60. Expired coupons
Playroom
61. Toys your kids no longer play with, or broken
62. Impossible puzzles no one has ever finished
63. Arts and crafts supplies that can no longer be used
64. Outgrown boardgames
65. Filled coloring books
66. Unused stationery
67. Contents of goodie bags from a birthday party
Home office
68. Old business cards
69. Unused notebooks and journals
70. Prescription glasses that are no longer your prescription
71. Excess stationery and especially pens that no longer work
72. Outdated planners
73. Old documents
Utility Closet
74. Random attachments to appliances like vacuum cleaners etc
75. Excess cleaning supplies
76. Excess lightbulbs
77. Random cables
78. Broken umbrellas
79. Old cleaning gear, like mops, brooms, and dusters
Linen Closet
80. Old and torn bedding
81. Old and frayed towels
82. Worn out bathmats
83. Excess table clothes and napkins
84. Old and unused curtains
85. Unused pillows
86. Excess bedding
Attic/Basement
87. Unused furniture
88. Old toys
89. Excess decorations
90. Wrinkled wrapping paper and ribbons
91. Old books, magazines, and newspaper
92. Old suitcases and luggage
93. Old carpets and rugs
94. Old paintings and artwork
Garage
95. Unused sports equipment
96. Outgrown bicycles
97. Old paint and chemicals
98. Unused camping gear
99. Unused and broken tools
100. Unused garden furniture
101. Carpet and tile remnants
So there you have it! The ultimate guide to decluttering your home, room by room, with 101 things you can bid farewell to. Remember, the goal here is to create a living space that truly reflects who you are and provides a serene space for you and your family to thrive in.
Happy decluttering!
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