Top Five Spring
Organizing Tips

Now that spring has arrived it’s time to shed our winter “stuff” and lighten-up for the season ahead! Follow these expert tips for a smooth transition:

1. Start with your Closets

Dry clean or launder coats, sweaters, and any items you plan to store over the summer. Toss or donate any items that are worn, don’t fit you, or you just don’t like. Take your spring and summer clothes out now so you can see what you have and make a list of new items you need to purchase. Don’t forget storage containers, clothes bags, and cedar blocks for storing winter clothes.

2. Clear your Kitchen

Take a look in your kitchen cabinets, pantry, refrigerator, and freezer. Look for food items that are reaching their expiration date and use them up. Toss old food items and start making a grocery list of fresh, healthy foods that coincide with the new season. Consider moving “winter cookware” (crock pot and pasta machine) to the back of the cabinet or into storage and bringing forward your salad spinner and ice tea maker.

3. Bathroom Makeover

Yes, the bath needs seasonal organizing too! In what condition are your towels, rugs, shower curtain, and counter top accessories? Perhaps they just need to be cleaned, but if you’re planning to replace them start a list. Clear out your medicine cabinet and vanity cabinets by tossing out anything that’s expired or items you don’t use anymore. Don’t forget to add replacements to your shopping list. Consider organizing products such as containers, racks, shelves, or drawers for extra storage.

4. Bedroom Switch

Now is the time to dry clean or launder the heavy comforter on your bed and replace it with a lighter blanket. Swap your flannel bed sheets for lighter fabrics now too. Storing winter items can be challenging because they are heavier and bulkier than summer items. Consider under-the-bed storage boxes or bags, a linen chest, or make room in your organized closet.

5. Activity Ready

Be ready for all of the warm weather activities you enjoy most. Check your storage area for seasonal equipment such as picnic basket, beach chair, outdoor table, and accessories. For faster and easier access to these items create room in your coat closet by putting your winter items into the storage area.

Now you’re organized and ready for the new season!