April Decluttering Checklist: A Fresh Start for Spring

Written By Launa Klok

April is the perfect month to declutter and create a more organized, peaceful home. Whether you want to simplify your space or make room for new things, this checklist will guide you through a systematic decluttering process to kick off the spring season.

1. Living Room

  • Sort through magazines, books, and ornaments: Donate, sell or recycle anything you no longer need or love.

  • Tidy up electronics: Organize remote controls, chargers, and wires. Donate unused gadgets.

  • Pillows & throws: Wash and store winter textiles and swap out with spring fabrics and colours. Donate any excess pillows or blankets that don’t add value to the space.

2. Kitchen

  • Purge your pantry: Check expiration dates and toss anything you don’t use or that’s expired.

  • Clear the countertops: Donate, toss, or sell clutter like random mugs, chipped or unmatched dinnerware, or unused kitchen gadgets.

  • Tidy the cabinets: Donate, toss, or sell old cookware, mismatched lids, or duplicate items you no longer use.

3. Bedroom

  • Clothing: Go through your closet and drawers. Donate or sell clothes you haven’t worn in the last year. Switch over capsule word robe to spring and summer clothing and store away heavy, winter clothes. Keep out some sweaters for layering during cool evenings.

  • Shoes & accessories: Purge shoes that are damaged or no longer suite your style-donate or sell.

  • Nightstands & dressers: Remove clutter from your nightstand and dresser. Only keep essential items.

4. Bathroom

  • Expired products: Toss old makeup, skincare products, and medications. Dispose of medications at local pharmacies that participate in the BC Medications Return Program.

  • Towels and linens: Donate towels that are frayed or no longer in good condition-some people will use for pets.

  • Under-sink storage: Organize or toss any expired or unused cleaning supplies or products.

5. Entryway

  • Coats & shoes: Donate or sell any coats or shoes you don’t wear or need.

  • Key trays and bins: Empty out any random items collecting dust and organize what’s left.

6. Home Office/Workspace

  • Paper clutter: Sort through mail, old documents, and magazines. Shred what’s unnecessary.

  • Desk & drawers: Tidy up your desk, donate unused office supplies, and organize paperwork.

7. Storage Areas

  • Garage/Attic/Basement: Start with one box or bin at a time. Purge things you no longer need or use.

  • Seasonal decorations: Check if any decorations are broken or out of style and discard or donate them.

8. Toys & Kids' Stuff

  • Outgrown clothes and toys: Donate items your kids no longer use or have outgrown.

  • Games & puzzles: Sort through and donate any games or puzzles you no longer use.

9. Books & Media

  • Books: Donate books you’ll never read again.

  • Charging cords: Purge old cords you no longer use.

10. Sentimental Items

  • Photos & memorabilia: Digitize old photos or memorabilia that no longer serve a purpose. Keep only the most meaningful items.

In Conclusion:

Decluttering in April is a great way to refresh your home and make room for the things that truly matter. Take it one step at a time, focusing on a few areas each day, and enjoy the lighter, more organized space you create! 🌼✨

Launa Klok
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