How to Declutter and Organize Your Home: 10 Tips Just In Time For Fall

Fall is the perfect time to declutter and organize. It’s a new season, which means you can start fresh and declutter your home, workspace, or office. Getting started with organizing your home doesn’t have to be complicated. With these five tips for Fall organization, you’ll be on your way to having a decluttered and organized space in no time!

Start With The Why

When you’re decluttering and organizing, it is important to understand why. Having a clear understanding of what your end goal is to help keep you motivated throughout the process.

Think about why getting organized in the Fall makes sense for you! Do you want an uncluttered home before hosting guests? Are holidays approaching and need time to prepare? Are you tired of having clothes in your closet that don’t fit anymore?

By thinking about why it makes sense for you to get organized now, you’ll be more likely to stay motivated when the going gets tough.

Start Small

Starting small is key! You want to make decluttering and organizing feel doable so that you don’t get overwhelmed. Instead of thinking about everything you need to do, think of one area that needs work and start there!

You can always add on more later if the initial organizing session goes well. If you’re new to organizing, don’t try to tackle the entire house. Instead, start small and work your way up by decluttering one room or space at a time! A kitchen is always an easy place for beginners because it’s so visible in our homes. It will give you the motivation to continue along with other rooms.

Multitasking Slows You Down

Most people like to multitask, but when it comes to organizing your home, doing too many things at once can slow you down and prevent you from finishing the job. Instead, stay focused on only one room or space until that is done before moving onto another area of your home.

Also, if you’re working on decluttering and organizing your home, don’t do other things at the same time, such as watching TV or checking social media! You’ll get more done if you stay focused.

Declutter Before You Organize

When it comes time to get your home or office in order, decluttering should always come first. If you don’t have anything in your house that brings value or joy, you won’t have a hard time getting rid of it. This step is essential because you want to make sure what’s left in your home has meaning and purpose for you.

Donate, Store Away, or Sell

Now that you have simplified your life by clearing out clutter, it is time to get rid of the rest. Any items that don’t fit into how you want your home to look should be donated or stored away for later use.

You’ll find that after donating and storing away unwanted materials, not only will you feel lighter but also relieved knowing things are taken care of in a thoughtful manner!

Baskets, Containers, and Nooks

Baskets are great for storing items that need to be put away. They also look nice if you have them on display in your home. However, if you don’t want baskets out of sight all the time, use nooks! 

Nooks can serve as a place to store things like blankets and pillows or even shoes. So next time you’re looking for ways to clean up clutter around your house by creating more storage space without sacrificing style, try using one or two nooks instead of just adding another basket into the mix!

Prepare Your Home For Guests

If you’re having people over this fall season, it might be time to give your space a little extra love. Making sure everything is picked up, put away, or stored away will make the experience more enjoyable for those who visit.

When people visit your home, you want them to feel welcome and comfortable. A cluttered space can create an uncomfortable atmosphere for guests. 

When it comes to tidying up your home for guests, the key is organization. If you make a list of what needs to be done and then prioritize based on how often those tasks need to be completed- such as dusting every day versus cleaning out closets once a year-you’ll be able to get more done in less time with much less stress. Make sure that all dirty dishes are put away before company arrives; if not, they will likely end up piling up while everyone tries to keep them from getting in the way.

Don’t forget about keeping pet hair off the carpet by sweeping beforehand! After organizing and decluttering, take some deep breaths and look around at your hard work – you’ve earned yourself an afternoon nap or binge-watch session after.

Simplify Your Morning Routine

If you want to be more productive in the morning, simplify your routine! Start the day with fewer tasks to complete, and prioritize your energy on those that are most important.

By simplifying your morning routine you can accomplish more in less time than by overloading yourself. This will help keep things from piling up and making your morning a stressful one.

Start To Holiday Sort, Declutter, and Organize Now

You can get ready for the holidays by starting to declutter and organize your home now! That way, when you need things, they will be easily accessible. Try not to wait too long because this process takes time, so it’s best to start early if possible. 

And if you need help decluttering, don’t be shy with asking the kids, your hubby/wifey, or even family to help you. I feel as though everyone has felt some holiday pressure at least once in their life so don’t feel ashamed. 

Take Time for Yourself

This is a great time to take some “me” time! Making sure your home is uncluttered and organized helps you feel relaxed. It is a great opportunity to start fresh and enjoy yourself after the crazy summer months!

The cooler weather, the holidays, and pumpkin spice everything! But with all these great things come a lot of clutter that can make your home feel cluttered before you even start decorating for the season.

There is no time like the present, so get started now on some organized Fall cleaning! I hope these tips were helpful.

Let me know in the comments how you plan on getting organized.

Talk soon,

Andie