50 Things You Can Declutter Today (In Under 10 Minutes Each!)
If your home feels overwhelming or disorganized, it can be hard to know where to start. The good news? You don’t need an entire weekend or a huge purge to begin clearing the clutter. Small steps add up—and often, all it takes is 10 minutes to make real progress.
Here are 50 simple things you can declutter today. Tackle a few now and come back to the list anytime you need a quick win!
Kitchen
Expired food in the pantry
Old condiments in the fridge
Chipped mugs or cups you never use
Takeout menus and random paper clutter
Duplicate cooking utensils
Worn-out dish towels or stained cloths
Unused water bottles or travel mugs
Plastic containers without lids
Extra coffee mugs
Specialty gadgets you haven’t used in a year
Closet
Clothes that don’t fit
Shoes that hurt your feet
Socks with holes or no match
Worn-out bras or underwear
Accessories you never wear
Jewelry that’s broken or tangled
Hangers from the dry cleaner
Purses or bags you no longer use
Duplicate scarves or belts
Formal wear you haven’t worn in years
Bathroom
Expired medications
Old makeup or skincare
Hair products you don’t like
Dried-up nail polish
Sample-size products you’ll never use
Worn-out towels or washcloths
Broken or unused hair tools
Extra toothbrushes or floss from the dentist
Old razors or shaving supplies
Duplicates hiding in drawers
Office or Paperwork
Junk mail and flyers
Expired coupons or receipts
Manuals for products you no longer own
Duplicate pens, markers, or broken office supplies
Notebooks or planners you’ll never finish
Outdated business cards or contact lists
Old birthday cards or invitations
Random cords or chargers
Paper piles you’ve been meaning to “deal with”
Old school papers or kids’ artwork you don’t plan to save
Other Quick Wins
Toys your kids no longer play with
Books you didn’t love or won’t reread
DVDs or CDs you no longer use
Decor you don’t love anymore
Board games with missing pieces
Old electronics or broken gadgets
Cleaning supplies you never reach for
Seasonal items you skipped last year
Pet supplies your pets don’t need
Freebie items from events or promotions
What Do You Do With It All?
Once you've gathered your items, it’s important to dispose of them thoughtfully. Consider donating gently used items to local shelters, schools, or nonprofits. Host a neighborhood swap or list things for free online. For items that are broken or expired, check with your local recycling center, hazardous waste facility, or e-waste program to dispose of them safely. Many clothing stores and beauty brands even offer recycling programs. The goal is to keep as much as possible out of the landfill while creating more breathing room in your home.
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