Fresh Start in 2022
Welcoming a New Year too often means saying goodbye to valuable space in our homes. Whether it’s counter space, cabinet space, or storage space, new gifts and busy schedules lead to clutter and overfilled storage bins. We’re here to help! Today we’re sharing some tips to ensure you’re protecting your space in your transition out of the holiday season and into 2022!
1 PACK AWAY ALL HOLIDAY ITEMS
If you’re like us, you usually end the holiday season with a few more decorations than you started with. Whether it was a decor trend we had to have, or a thoughtful gift from friends or family, it happens, and that’s okay! If there are items that stayed in your holiday bins during this holiday season, ask yourself if those items really belong in your home anymore. Styles change and it makes sense that you wouldn’t use the exact same decor year after year after year. Put the things that no longer serve you in a donate pile.
If you are feeling like it’s time to upgrade your holiday storage containers, you can check out our favorite items here.
2 DECLUTTER
Two things can be true at once - the holiday season is merry and bright and it leads to weird piles of stuff all over the house. One of our favorite hacks for this problem is placing a basket at the stairs for each member of your household as a catchall for the random items you find around the house. It’s a great interim place to store toys or other gift items that need to find a home.
3 DONATE
With your catchall baskets in use, it’s time to find homes for all your new holiday gifts. Often, to make room for that new Air Fryer, sneakers, or books you have to part with something else. In our experience, it’s much easier to let something go when you know it’s going to a good cause. When you’re finished decluttering and curating your space after this holiday season, here are some great local organizations who are always looking for donations.
The Revury
Is an online marketplace for consigning and shopping designer fashion. Your time is valuable and so is your closet. The Revury find homes for pre-owned luxury apparel and accessories because it’s good for the environment. And it’s good for you. Click here to schedule your consignment pick up.
Habitat for Humanity
Habitat ReStores are independently owned reuse stores operated by local Habitat for Humanity organizations. ReStores accept donations and sell a constantly changing inventory of diverse, high-quality merchandise to the public at a fraction of the retail price, while diverting reusable household items and building materials from area landfills.
Maria’s Closet
This is a great place to donate your holiday party dresses you don’t plan to wear again. Maria’s Closet provides “free new or nearly new formal wear, accessories, hair and makeup for Prom in a fun, carefree environment that inspires today’s young women to experience Prom with confidence.” You can find instructions on how to donate here.
St. Vincent DePaul
St. Vincent DePaul of Los Angeles accepts donations of toys, clothing, housewares, and more. Items are provided to those in need or sold at their thrift store locations across LA. You can read more on what is and is not accepted as donations, and schedule a pick-up here.
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Teresa
