Declutter, Organise, and Maintain a Tidy Home for Life
The Space and Time Organising SYSTEM is a step-by-step decluttering guide designed to help you stop clutter at the source, sort your belongings, and maintain an organised home effortlessly. Decluttering isn’t just about tidying up—it’s about creating lifelong habits that help you stay in control of your space.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by clutter, struggling with home organisation, or simply looking for easy decluttering tips, this simple 6-step system will set you up for success.
🛑 Step 1: Stop the Stuff (Break the Clutter Cycle)
Before we organise, we need to stop clutter from building up in the first place. Many people accumulate things without realising—whether it’s impulse buys, sentimental items, or things kept ‘just in case.’
How to stop clutter before it starts:
✔ Ask yourself: Do I really need this?
✔ Reduce impulse purchases and unsubscribe from sales emails.
✔ Set household rules (e.g., “One in, one out”).
✔ Avoid keeping things out of guilt or obligation.
💡 Related Resources:
📌 Dear Grandparents- please stop giving the children So. Much. Stuff! (Blog)
📌 10 benefits of having less stuff (Blog)
🏡 Step 2: Your Commitment to Being Organised (Mindset Matters)
An organised home isn’t about perfection—it’s about developing habits that make tidying up easy. Decluttering habits help reduce stress and make it effortless to maintain order.
How to commit to being organised:
✔ Set small, achievable goals (e.g., “10 minutes of tidying daily”).
✔ Change your mindset: “I am working towards an organised home.”
✔ Make decluttering a routine rather than a one-time event.
✔ Track your progress & celebrate small wins.
💡 Related Resources:
📌 Being Organised Is a Decision: Why Backing Yourself Is the Key to Success(Blog)
📌Morning Routine Organisation: Steps to an Organised Start (Blog)
🏷️ Step 3: Sort the Stuff (Break the Clutter Cycle)
Before deciding what stays or goes, start by grouping similar items together. Sorting first makes it easier to see what you have and organise effectively.
How to Sort with a Plan:
✔ Start with a small area (e.g., one drawer, shelf, or category).|
✔ Group like items together (e.g., all pens, all cables, all mugs).
✔ Use clear spaces (tables, bins, or zones) to separate categories.
✔ Sort based on how you naturally use things—by type, location, or frequency.
💡 Related Resources:
📹 How to sort utensils (YouTube Video)
♻️ Step 4: Things You No Longer Need (Declutter Responsibly)
Decluttering doesn’t mean sending everything to landfill. You can donate, sell, or recycle items responsibly instead of adding to waste.
Where to send unwanted items:
✔ Donate – Charity shops, shelters, and community groups.
✔ Sell – Facebook Marketplace, eBay, Gumtree.
✔ Recycle – Look up local council recycling programs for e-waste, clothing, and furniture.
✔ Dispose – Safely remove items that can’t be reused.
💡 Related Resources:
📌 Letting Go of Sentimental Items (Blog)
📌 30 Ways to Tackle the ‘I Might Use It One Day’ Excuse and Declutter Your Space for Good(Blog)
📦 Step 5: Easy Storage (Smart Organisation Tips)
Once you’ve decluttered, it’s time to organise your space efficiently. Good storage solutions make it easy to find things and even easier to put them away.
How to organise your home effectively:
✔ Store like with like (e.g., all batteries together, all winter clothes together).
✔ Use clear labels so everyone knows where things belong.
✔ Keep frequently used items accessible, and store seasonal items elsewhere.
✔ Use vertical storage solutions to save space.
💡 Related Resources:
📌 Space and Time’s favourite storage products (Blog)
📌 Practical Storage Options to Declutter and Organise Your Space (Blog)
🔄 Step 6: Maintenance Tools (Keep Your Home Tidy Forever)
Now that your space is organised, the key is maintaining it effortlessly. Maintenance is about small, regular actions rather than overwhelming clean-ups.
How to keep your home clutter-free:
✔ The 10-Minute Reset – A quick tidy-up before bed.
✔ Weekly Check-Ins – Declutter problem areas before they pile up.
✔ Seasonal Decluttering – Refresh your space every few months.
✔ Involve Your Family – Teach kids and partners where things belong.
💡 Related Resources:
📌 Consistent Bedtime Routine for Better Sleep (Blog)
📌 Your daily routine is the key to making your new years resolutions come true (Blog)
📌 Ready to Get Started?
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