SPRING CLEANING RITUALS

ARTICLE JOANNE ESCH FROM JOANNESSIMPLESOLUTIONS.COM

UNEXPECTED TIPS TO CLEAR THE CLUTTER ANDORGANIZE YOUR HOME

DON’T ADD MORE

Don’t buy storage containers before your start cleaning. As fun as it is to buy bins and baskets, hold off. Until you declutter, you won’t fully understand your storage container needs. Use the right tools and start with what you have. Get essential decluttering tools ready, such as trash bags and boxes labeled Move, Recycle, and Trash. A professional doesn’t start a project without all the tools necessary to be successful – neither should you!

FOCUS ON THE GOAL

Focus on one area at a time. Set a time limit that’s manageable and focus on a closet or drawer, evenjust a corner of a room. Determine a goal for the space. Visualize the space and determine the goal or function or the space – also the limitations. If you’re going to keep the space organized, you need to have a goal for the space and adhere to it.

NEXT STEPS

Begin to reassemble your space by putting like items together. Find the right containers like boxes, totebags, hutches, baskets, and bins. Repurpose what you already have. Make neat, easy to read labels foryour containers. Remember – take small simple steps. Organizing is a journey. And when you’re done, celebrate the win and enjoy your clutter free space!