February is “Declutter Month for a Cause “— Tips to Getting Started

When I looked at my editorial calender and saw that Febraury is Declutter Month for a Cause, I thought of my good friend Avery who is a closet organizer. She also helps homeowners de-clutter their homes.

I asked her to share her best tips:

She stated- Start with a goal in mind, let’s determine what cause you want to donate to, that will help you stay focused , motivated and organized.

Avery suggested:

Sort items into categories: Divide items into categories such as donate, sell, recycle, or throw away.

Be ruthless: Ask yourself if you really need or use an item. If not, let it go.

Get organized: Label your boxes or bins for each category, and keep items in their designated area until they can be disposed of or donated.

Make it a fun event: Invite friends and family to join you in decluttering, and make it a party. Serve some desserts and coffee or wine and cheese!