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  • Person sitting on a couch wearing a polka dot skirt, orange socks, and sneakers, symbolizing fresh starts and casual comfort in post-pandemic resolutions.

    Post Pandemic Resolutions

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    It’s here. That long awaited sprig of hope, the beginning of the end of the pandemic – a vision of a future with hard pants, and small gatherings with friends, many you haven’t seen in over a year. This Sunday is the first official day of Spring, and this year, “hope springs eternal” has a…

  • An open refrigerator glowing in the dark, partially filled with bottles, jars, and containers, symbolizing the need for a thorough fridge decluttering and organization.

    The Great American Fridge Purge

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    Food turned science experiments. Sriracha stains. The 5 half-used jars of mustard. We tend to shove a lot of chaos into that little appliance. Our refrigerators are often cluttered, inefficient, even unhealthy. Good thing it’s National Clean your Fridge Day, the perfect chance to clear it out, clean it up and make space for what…

  • Close-up of a Christmas tree with white and blue ornaments, surrounded by twinkling holiday lights, representing holiday decoration organization and decluttering.

    Declutter Your Holiday Trimmings

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    Halloween, Thanksgiving, Chanukah, Christmas, Kwanzaa…ready or not, here they come! Before the holiday craziness kicks in, it’s a great idea to go through your stashes of decorations and lose what makes you go “ho-hum” versus “ho-ho-ho”. SORTFirst, pull out all your decorations and organize them by holiday so you can see what you have. Once…

  • Dining room with a wooden table, chairs, and cluttered items, emphasizing the importance of creating a clean and inviting space for family dinners.

    Make Space for Family Dinners

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    A makeshift conference room. Laundry center. Mail drop. Storage facility. I’ve seen so many dining rooms (or dining tables) used for everything but dining. There’s no amount of stuff worth sacrificing nourishing dinners at the table, where everyone can relax and reconnect after a busy day. It sure beats eating in front of the TV! So let’s do this!…

  • Closet filled with neatly hung clothing in a variety of colors, showcasing an organized space for wardrobe essentials.

    My Closet Organizing Tips

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    Go ahead, do it. Open your master closet. What’s the first thought that comes to mind? Overwhelming? Crammed? A walk down memory lane? It’s time for fall clothes and a good closet audit can change the way you look at the new season. When you’ve edited down to the pieces you use and love; when…

  • A cluttered home office desk with sticky notes, a coffee mug, and a laptop, illustrating ideas for home office organization and workspace decluttering tips by dClutterfly.com

    5 Home Office Tuneups

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    It’s back to school season, and even if no one in your home is headed to class this fall, now is a great time to declutter and organize your home office.  Your office (or office area) is the space where you want to be able to take care of life’s business quickly and efficiently. By…

  • Bright and clean kitchen sink with dishes, scissors, and glass baking dishes nearby, emphasizing the topic of organizing everything under the kitchen sink.

    Everything Under the Kitchen Sink

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    It can be scary under there. Damp, grungy, funky clutter that makes you just want to close your eyes and close that door.  But be brave. There’s (probably) not a troll under there.  Here are tips on decluttering under the sink once and for all, and make space for what matters! STREAMLINE & PURGE Remove everything and…

  • A playful young boy holding a toy truck and stuffed animal, running joyfully in a bedroom while other children sit on a neatly made bed in the background.

    When Kids are Away, the Clutter-Beast You Slay!

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    Kids are clutter magnets, and their rooms are ground zero. When kids are out of the house this summer, perhaps at sleepaway or day camp, seize the opportunity to make space for what matters when school kicks in.What’s more, if they return to an efficient, organized space, pared down to the items they actually use, it should be easier…

  • Chalk drawing of a person recycling a piece of paper into a bin, representing eco-friendly practices and the importance of recycling resources.

    Recycling Resources Guide

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    Recycling e-waste Most cities have regular recycling programs. Check with your local government website or sanitation company – DON’T FORGET TO WIPE YOUR DATA. Additional e-waste recycling options: Clothes & Fabrics Children’s Gear Housewares Glasses Misc