This week I have been working on getting rid of the clutter
in my home and making way for much loved items.
My little one loves to try and eat everything and anything
she can get hold of. So we've been getting rid of things that we no longer need including my fancy dress wigs and wings I bought while at University. I
decided to use the well known site Freegle and a lady picked them up for her
daughter. Doing this has enabled them to carry on giving enjoyment in this
world.
Then I attended a swap shop where you can bring something
and take away other items saving them from landfill. I took an old pair of
curtains and a letter holder and came back with children’s toys, books and a
little lamp shade for the lamp that I may have otherwise thrown away.
I also swapped some old clothes of my daughters for some others
in a bigger size at a swishing event. This was not only an environmentally friendly activity but the entrance fee helped a
charity out too.
Lots of clothes are great and there’s always something that catches your eye right?. However, sometimes it’s not easy to see the wood for the
trees so to speak and therefore I have been considering what it would be like to have a capsule wardrobe
for me and my daughter. I have so far compiled a winter
collection for myself therefore allowing me to see what could be sold on.
Finally we sold our wine rack. With me not drinking
alcohol and my hubby drinking very little we didn't feel we needed it any more
and therefore have let it go.
This post was originally linked up with Jocelyn, Amy and Amy
This post was originally linked up with Jocelyn, Amy and Amy
What a great five, some wonderful alternatives to consider. I usually do a car boot sale if I have a lot to get rid of or fill a charity shop bag. I love the idea of a swap shop. Take care.
ReplyDeleteThanks. My hubby tried doing a carboot sale last year but didn't enjoy it. So we are trying different approaches to move the clutter/treasure.
DeleteI so need to de clutter. I make half hearted attempts and get rid of done items one way or another but really I should do a huge overhaul. Food for thought post.
ReplyDeleteLittle baby steps
DeleteThat's a good list, sounds like you've been very productive this week. I don't like clutter either so it always feels good to have a proper sort out. Thanks for sharing with #WotW
ReplyDeleteThank you. I do try to be productive and find list making helps.
DeleteAll great ideas for reducing the clutter in our homes, thereby clearing our minds and making room for new things.
ReplyDeleteThank you. I've found some lovely new things recently.
DeleteIsn't it great to have a clear out! I love getting rid of things and sorting out and being organised! Very freeing indeed. Hope that you enjoy the results of your sorting. Thank you for joining Five On Friday, happy weekend! xx
ReplyDeleteA clear house leads to a clear mind for me
DeleteI like the idea of taking things in and trading them for something you need. What a great idea.
ReplyDeleteIt sure is
DeleteA swap shop sounds like a great idea, don't know of any around here though.
ReplyDeletePerhaps you could set one up and see how it goes. :)
DeleteI think a good declutter is good for the soul! I'm not a big clutter fan so I applaud you. Have you tried Freecycle. Not quite the same as a swap shop but it does allow you to donate and collect for free
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The swap shop sounds ideal - and a great idea for things that you no longer need, but can't throw away. And I think clutter is a fab word, even if its actual meaning isn't so! :) #wotw
ReplyDeleteWe have so much clutter in our house, we really need to sort it out. Thanks for linking up to #TheList x
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