The Cluttered Linen Closet
Ten Tips!

The place where we live is where we keep most of our "stuff." Closets, drawers, and rooms can become crowded and disorderly without a plan to keep these areas clutter free and organized.

Maggie Kennedy from Oklahoma asked about organizing the linen closet in her home. Here's a Top 10 List - thanks for your suggestion!

Readers are encouraged to email Regina Lark with requests and suggestions for A Clear Path Top 10!

Top Ten Tips for Organizing a Linen Closet:

1. Calendar the time to do the work (for each hour you de-clutter, count on an hour to organize what you will keep);
2. Supplies needed: boxes or bags for donations, trash, etc.
3. Clear any clutter away from the area around or near the closet (this is your sorting staging area);
4. Take everything out of closet and don't forget the top most shelf;
5. As you remove things, sort into likely piles: keep, donate, trash, belongs elsewhere, etc.
6. Decide which shelves will be used for particular items (upper and back of shelves for least used items, lower shelves/front for most used). Label the shelves if you prefer;
7. Re-fold all towels and linens in similar ways. Return the items to their proper shelf with the rounded edge of the fold facing outward;
8. Return sheet-sets (fitted and top sheets, pillowcases) to the closet together;
9. Keep together bath towels and wash cloths; beach towels can go to separate shelf;
10. Donate used blankets, sheets, and towels to your local animal rescue organization.

DONATION PLACES AND RECYCLING SPACES:
A BUNCH OF WAYS TO PAY IT FORWARD

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