#closet declutter

[vibing-vegan]

Another closet declutter

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[tidymalism]

Seriously tired of the stuffed closet?

Time to do a ruthless clothes declutter.

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[iamnotaminimalist]

Entry 67

I unexpectedly lost my patience and decluttered my closet yet again. I was surprised with myself that I decided to donate an item that I used to wear quite a bit. It's just that, for a few years now, I haven't been enjoying the way I look in it. (Comfy as it may have been.)

Very proud of myself. It's a good boost for my journey.

Peace and love.

[iamnotaminimalist]

Entry 59

With my ability to engage with time-consuming hobbies temporarily gone (what with a demanding baby and all), decluttering is the only thing that is both easy enough to do while the little guy sleeps and quiet enough not to wake him up.

So that is what I (continue to) do.

Today was a big win! I pulled out all the boxes from the overhead storage and sorted through them. The old keep/toss/donate routine. I was very happy to discover that I had room in my closet for all the sweaters and scarves I wanted to keep. This means I've managed to pare down my wardrobe to such an extent that I don't need seasonal storage anymore! This was a goal that I set for myself and it is finally accomplished. Yay :)

The next thing that's going to be sorted this way is the pile of plush toys I haven't touched in years. I don't plan to keep ALL of them for Baby.

Peace and love.

[iamnotaminimalist]

Entry 58

Yesterday I found the time to throw out more expired cosmetics (old tubes of aloe vera gel). Today I ought to find time to go over my winter gear and maybe finally say goodbye to things I clung to for sentimental reasons. If they're in good condition I'll drop them off at the second-hand donation bin, and if not - to the textile recycling bin they go. Maybe I'll finally be able to fit all my clothes in the closet afterwards, no need for seasonal storage; if so, it'll be wonderful, as it would clear up the overhead storage space for when baby outgrows his crib (which we will not be donating/reselling/throwing away for now, in case we end up with baby #2 by surprise).

Peace and Love.

[iamnotaminimalist]

Entry 57

I finally did it. Tossed out the loose powder and the cream blush that I felt bad about throwing away. Chucked the contents into the trash, cleaned the packages as best I could and threw them into the appropriate recycling bins. I did the same with a black eye pencil that turned out to have a lousy texture. Today I will finally part with the last few inherited dresses I ended up not wearing. I've been stagnant about it, and bringing in the baby gym and new nursing pillow was the push I needed to get on top of my own belongings.

Peace and Love.

[iamnotaminimalist]

Entry 40

Today I finally let go of an over-the-door hook that I had purchased years ago on an ill-advised whim. I kept it around hoping to find some use for it, but nothing I have is actually wide enough to hang it on. And if it is - it's a location where there's no need to hang anything. So I finally forgave myself for the purchase and let it go.

I also have two hats that I bought as a gag, 8 years apart. The first one is a Hooters souvenir hat. The other is a hat with a rooster on it that reads 'cock' in bold letters (Real mature, I know). I'd keep them, but they don't fit my head so well... I'll ask my married couple friends if they want them as like. A matching set. If not, off to the clothes donation they go.