Cheers!
Check out these before and after pictures of the great progress made by people participating in Declutter Happy Hour.
Let’s celebrate our decluttering successes.
To get you started, here are some 15 minute projects that we completed before the class:
Shannon’s desk:
It was so piled with stuff she couldn't think straight, much less get any work done.
After just 15 minutes, the top of the desk magically appeared. And, she could work again!
Janine’s Purse & Electronics Shelf:
Janine's landing spot for her purse and small electronics was close to toppling over.
In just 15 minutes Janine put away all the extra stuff, and created a safe space for her purse and electronics.
Here are some 30 minute projects completed during the class:
Linda’s Receipt Drawer:
Linda's receipt drawer was a jumble of papers that need to be sorted, tossed and stored.
Linda not only sorted the receipts, but created a system to help her keep new receipts organized.
Linda’s Desk:
The desk was covered by papers that had to be dealt with and stuff that belonged in other rooms.
In just 30 minutes everything was put away and the desk was clear.
Cathy’s suitcase:
Cathy hadn't quite gotten around to unpacking her suitcase after her last trip.
The papers had seemed daunting, but they're handled, the clothes are put away, and the cats can play with their toy!
Marita’s small office:
This project was completed in 30 minutes, including putting the clothes in the car for drop-off at the laundry. Marita reported back that the dry cleaning had been picked up and put away in the right closets within a week!
The futon was covered with dirty clothes and stuff that needed to be put away.
Everything's put away, donated or tossed.
More stuff to put away. Especially books!
Every paper handled. Only the stuff that belongs on the desk is left!
Additional Decluttering Projects:
These projects were worked on over the course of several (or more) decluttering sessions.
Linda’s Pantry:
Linda worked on this project throughout the April 2009 session of Declutter Happy Hour.
The pantry was cluttered and disorganized.
After a few decluttering sessions, Linda's pantry is organized and easy to use!
Linda’s Basement:
Linda and her husband had accumulated quite a bit of stuff after 34 years of marriage, and only one move.
Gradually decluttering the space over several years, Linda was able to repaint the walls and floors.
Cathy’s Coffee Table:
It had been too long since papers and mail had been sorted and handled.
Cathy tossed, recycled and put away. A few decluttering sessions later she had her coffee table back and the papers handled.
We’d love to celebrate the decluttering you do.
You can email before and after pictures to dhh [at] shannonwilkinson [dot] com and we’ll add them. You don’t even have to include your name if you’d rather not. Do let us know how long you spent decluttering.
Want to join in the fun?
Where would you like to reduce clutter and create some space? You’ll have at least two hours dedicated to it during the month if you sign up for Declutter Happy Hour! Plus you’ll learn new things to inspire you and help you work on your own.
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