Do you feel overwhelmed by the clutter in your home? Are your closets and kitchen overflowing, making it hard to find what you need? I’ve been there, and I know how draining it can be. This year, I’m here to help you take back your space, ease your mind, and create a home that feels calm and functional.
It seems in 2025 many people are thinking the same thing. They are overwhelmed and burnt out with overconsumption and want to lead a life in 2025 with mindful spending and underconsumption. #trending
Whether you live in a smaller space like me or have a huge home, being intentional about what we bring in and what we let go of can help declutter our home and our mind. Clutter doesn’t just take up physical space—it weighs on us mentally. That’s why I’m starting this decluttering series: to help you tackle one area of your home at a time and reclaim your peace of mind. Let’s begin this journey together!
Throughout January, we’ll focus on a different part of the home each week, with tips and actionable steps to help you decide what to keep and what to let go of. I will send you a list each week of the month in January right to your inbox to consider. Let’s kick things off with the kitchen.
Week 1: Decluttering the Kitchen
Your kitchen should be a place of nourishment and joy, not stress. With the holidays wrapping up you may have gotten new additions to your kitchen but perhaps some are an upgrade to your existing appliances or utensils. If you’re constantly digging through cluttered drawers or struggling to find space for your essentials, let’s change that. Start here:
- Extra coffee mugs – Keep your favorites and donate the rest.
- Spatulas and utensils you never use. Do you really need three spatulas?
- Food storage containers without lids or that you rarely use.
- Water bottles and travel mugs that multiply over the years. Which ones do you never grab? get rid of them
- Expired spices, pantry items, and freezer food – Let’s make room for fresh, usable ingredients.
- Small appliances collecting dust, like that waffle maker you never use.
- Extra cutting boards and baking dishes you haven’t touched in ages. Do you really need 4 cutting boards?
- Unused or expired medicine or vitamins
- Unused or expired cleaning supplies
- Cookware overload – How many frying pans and pots do you really need?
Decluttering your kitchen creates more space to cook and connect with your family. Imagine opening a cabinet and seeing everything you need—no digging, no stress. This week, let’s make that vision a reality!
week 2: decluttering your closets
I don't know about you but for some reason I have a hard time letting go of clothes. Whenever I do a purge I often look at pieces of clothing I haven't worn (sometimes in years) and tell myself, "Oh, but I might wear that to an event" or "But it might look really cute if I had the right pair of pants to go with it."
Then, months, sometimes years go by and I still have not worn it. Let's go through our closets this week and ask ourselves, is this piece of clothing/shoes/etc. serving me anymore? Will I wear it in the next 12 months?
Below is a list to get you thinking about items in your closet to go through. Of course this is not an exhaustive list but something to get you started!
Clothing:
- Items that no longer fit – If it’s too small, too big, or unflattering, it’s time to let it go.
- Damaged clothing – Pieces with holes, stains, or missing buttons that you haven’t repaired.
- Duplicates – How many black t-shirts do you really need?
- Rarely worn items – If you haven’t worn it in a year, it might be time to part ways. I promise, you won't miss it!
- Clothes you don’t love – If it doesn’t spark joy or make you feel confident, donate it.
Shoes:
- Worn out pairs – Shoes that are uncomfortable or beyond repair. I have shoes I love but never wear because they hurt my feet... time to let them go!
- Shoes you never wear – The ones that looked great in the store but don’t match anything. Donate them or post them on marketplace.
Accessories:
- Old bags or purses – If they’re out of style or you’ve replaced them, it’s time to let go.
- Belts, scarves, and hats – Pare down to the ones you actually use. How many hats do we really need? I have 20 toques between my husband and I... not necessary!
- Jewelry – Get rid of anything beyond repair or without sentimental value. Tarnished jewlery or items you haven't worn in over a year.
Seasonal Items:
- Outdated seasonal clothing – Keep only what you’ll wear next season.
- Excessive seasonal gear – Pare down to two reliable options for gloves, hats, and coats.
Miscellaneous Closet Items:
- Empty or broken hangers – Donate the extras if you’ve downsized your wardrobe.
- Gifted items – If you’re only keeping it out of guilt, let it go.
- Old costumes or event outfits – Prom dresses, bridesmaid gowns, or Halloween costumes that you’ll never wear again. Post it on marketplace!
- Unused storage bins or organizers – Only keep what’s functional and fits your space.
- Forgotten clutter – Bags, boxes, user manuals, or items hiding in the back that you haven’t touched in ages.
Sentimental Items:
- Clothes with memories but no use – Take a photo for the memory and donate the item.
- Kids’ clothing – Save a few meaningful pieces and donate the rest.
By regularly decluttering your closets, you’ll create a more organized and functional space. Aim for a wardrobe that reflects your current lifestyle and brings you joy!
week 3: declutter the bathroom
A clean and organized bathroom can make your daily routines smoother and more enjoyable. Here’s a practical guide to help you declutter your bathroom and create a calming, functional space.
Ask yourself the following questions for each item:
- Do I use this regularly?
- Is it expired or worn out?
- Does this add value to my daily routine?
Separate your belongings into the following categories:
- Keep: Items you use daily or weekly.
- Toss: Expired, broken, or unusable items.
- Donate: Gently used items (e.g., unopened toiletries).
- Relocate: Items that belong in another part of the house.
Actionable Decluttering Checklist
cabinets and drawers
- Toss expired medications, vitamins, and supplements, or anthing you don't think you will use
- Recycle empty bottles or containers. Have multiple lotions or hair masks? Be sure to use them up before buying more!
- Donate unopened or unused toiletries you don't use
- If you haven't used the product in over a year, you likely won't ever use it- Let it go!
- Organize backup supplies (e.g., toothpaste, razors) into organizer baskets or bins
shower and bathtub
- Discard nearly empty bottles or products you no longer use
- Keep only essential itemsyou use regularly. LET GO of what you do not use
- Use a shower caddy to minimize clutter.
countertops
- Remove non-essential items
- Store daily essentials
make up drawer
My make up drawer is actually in my bedroom but I know many keep their make up in their bathroom
- expired, broken, empty make up products
- products you don't use
- If you have 4 blushes, 5 eyeshadow pallets- can you cut it back to the ones you mainly use?
- Make up brushes you rarely use- maybe you have multiple brushes that serve the same purpose- can you stick to one?
linen closet
- Donate old towels, hand towels, face clothes you do not need or use
- How many towels do you really need? Your linen closet is likely packed with items you don't even need or use!
- Throw away or put aside for rags your stained or damaged linens
cleaners
I am sure everyone keeps their cleaners in different rooms in their home but I figured I would add this one here.
- Throw away an expired cleaners or ones you never use
- If you have multiple half empty bottles of floor cleaner, be sure to use up what you have before buying any more!
Hopefully you are finding these lists helpful to think of different items and areas within your home that you can declutter.
I know how hard it can be to look at an item and think, "I never use this, but one day I might, and it is in good condition." But I challenge you to let go of what no longer serves you and takes up space in your home and mind.
I have struggled with letting things go in the past but I have never regretted letting something go.
week 4: declutter the main living area
Alright, this week I am categorizing this as the main living area but this may look different for everyone.
Essentially, let's focus on everything we haven't touched yet.
Here’s a list of ideas to help you declutter your main living area:
- Magazines and Catalogs: Recycle anything you haven’t read or don’t plan to read again.
- Decorative Pillows and Blankets: Keep only the ones you use and love; donate or store the rest.
- Old DVDs or CDs: If you’ve gone digital, consider donating your physical copies.
- Knick-Knacks: Evaluate if they still bring you joy or fit your space’s aesthetic.
- Books: Keep your favorites and donate ones you’ll likely never read again. This one was hard for me!
- Cords and Electronics: Toss out any broken or outdated items. How many extra USB cords do you really need?
- Games and Puzzles: If they’re missing pieces or haven’t been used in years, it’s time to let them go.
- Toys and Pet Supplies: Purge items that are no longer used or in good condition.
- Candles: Keep the ones you love and donate or toss the ones you’re not using.
- Furniture: Assess if any pieces are overcrowding your space or not serving a purpose.
As I continue to update and renovate my home, I’m focusing on creating functional and organized spaces. For me, this means giving everything a designated home. If something doesn’t have a home, I ask myself: Do I truly need this? If the answer is yes, how can I create a home for it? This mindset has been a game-changer for maintaining a tidy and intentional space.
Stay tuned for more to come!
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