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  • 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!

    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

    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

  • A neatly stacked pile of books on a sunny windowsill with green plants in jars nearby, representing simple tips for book decluttering and organization by dClutterfly.com.

    5 Quick Ways to Declutter Your Books

    School’s out and summer has sprung. Even if you and yours are done with school, it’s still a great time of year to clear out all those dust-collecting books and magazines that have piled up over the winter, to make space for what matters. This week, tackle your shelves, nightstands, coffee tables – anywhere your…

  • Black upright piano in a bright and organized room, surrounded by potted plants, artwork, and hanging storage bags for a tidy aesthetic.

    Keep it Organized. Resist the Fling.

    We’ve all been there. We arrive home after a long day, and the flinging begins. Keys, tossed under the pile of mail. Shoes, kicked under the coffee table. Dirty dishes, stacked in the sink, right next to the dishwasher. Whenever I’m tempted to fling (which is every day) I can still hear my wonderful grandma,…

  • A well-organized display of vintage and antique dinnerware, including plates, teacups, and mugs, in a wooden shelving unit at an appraisal or auction house.

    Reputable Appraisers & Auction Houses

    The best way to find a reliable appraiser is through one of these three organizations: For wedding rings and estate jewelry, we recommend: Furniture, Art and Home Décor, these are our favorites:

  • Person sitting in a cluttered garage, gazing thoughtfully toward the sunlight streaming through the window, symbolizing emotional blocks associated with decluttering.

    Emotional Resources for Healing Clutter Blocks

    Making space for what matters is a founding principle of dClutterfly. “Every day, people who are paying me by the hour to get rid of their excess stuff, give me reasons why they can’t let go of their excess stuff,” she says. “I kept hearing the same seven reasons over and over and started to…

  • Senior Downsizing Checklist

    Senior Downsizing Checklist

    This timetable is the in the perfect-world scenario so go easy on yourself! ASAP – First Things First 6+ Months 3 Months 1 Month 2 Weeks Before Move 1 Week Before Move Move Day