Making Space with Lily

10/27/2026

🧺 Week 9: Linen Closet & Cleaning Supplies

We’re on to Week 9 of the Just Get Rid of It 75-Day Decluttering Challenge! This week, we’re tackling those linen closets, cleaning supplies, and home décor items that seem to multiply when we aren’t looking. 😉

✨ Tips for this week:

1️⃣ Gather before you organize! Pull all your cleaning and laundry supplies together so you can see what you have. Consolidate duplicates when possible, and take stock before buying more. You might be surprised by how many backups you already own!

2️⃣ You only need so many towels. Whether they're for cleaning, the dog, or everyday use, keep what you actually need. Have towels that are completely worn out? Consider donating them to an animal shelter that accepts used linens!

3️⃣ Limit your sheet sets. My rule of thumb is to keep no more than three sets of sheets per bed. Have one king-size bed? You probably don't need 10 sets of king-size sheets! (Sounds extreme, but I've seen it more times than I can count. 😂)

4️⃣ Don't love that candle scent? It's probably not going to grow on you! If it's still usable, pass it along to someone who will enjoy it instead of letting it collect dust.

5️⃣ Start with the home décor you've packed away. Décor can be a BIG category, so start with the items tucked into boxes or storage. Take a critical look at each piece. Does it still fit your style and your life? If not, pass it on to someone who will display it with pride!

Remember, the goal isn't to have an empty linen closet or a perfectly styled home. It's to make room for the things you actually use and love!

Progress over perfection. 💚

10/23/2026

Too many toys already and dreading the influx of holiday gifts? How about renting exciting sensory play kits instead to keep the toys new and your house clutter free!

The play adventure library offers two-week rentals designed to give young kids something new to explore without adding more toys to the house.

10/20/2026

Week 8: Kitchen 🍽️ How did last week go?

Last week, we tackled food in the pantry and fridge. This week, we're moving on to the rest of the kitchen! It's time to declutter those drawers and cabinets filled with things we use every day (or maybe haven't used in years 😉).

A few things to keep in mind:

Water bottles & travel cups: Keep the ones you actually reach for. If you're missing lids, have leaky cups, or own enough bottles for an entire soccer team, it's time to let some go!

Serving dishes: Do you really need three platters that only come out once a year? Keep your favorites and donate the rest.

Kitchen gadgets: If you haven't used that avocado slicer, specialty chopper, or single-purpose gadget in years, ask yourself if it's earning its cabinet space.

Plastic bags & reusable bags: Recycle or toss worn-out bags, and keep a manageable stash of reusable ones. You probably don't need 47!

Kitchen utensil drawer: Remove duplicates, broken utensils, and anything you never use. You might even be able to close the drawer without a struggle afterward!

Disposables: Sort through paper plates, plastic cutlery, napkins, and other single-use items. Keep what you realistically need and let go of excess.

Coffee mugs: Keep your favorites and the number that comfortably fits your cabinet. You don't have to keep every mug you've ever received as a gift!

Remember: The goal isn't to have an empty kitchen. It's to create a space that works for YOU, makes cooking easier, and helps you find what you need when you need it.

As always, progress over perfection! You don't have to tackle everything in one sitting. Set a timer for 10 minutes and see what you can accomplish.

💚 How did food go last week? Share your wins, challenges, or before-and-after photos in the comments! And who's ready to tackle the kitchen this week?

10/13/2026

Week 7: Pantry & Freezer Clean-Out! 🥫🧂

Week 7 should be an easy one! 🎉 This week, we’re checking expiration dates, tossing anything that’s expired, and making room for the things we actually use.

💡 Remember: Just because you don't need it doesn't mean it needs to go in the trash! Maybe someone gifted you a fancy condiment you know you'll never eat, you bought something for a recipe you didn't end up making, or an extra item randomly showed up in your Instacart order. If it's still good but you know you won't use it, consider donating it to a local food pantry like Operation Food Search! ❤️

✨ Your challenge: Spend just 10 minutes a day clearing out these spaces. Check dates, toss what's no longer good, donate what you can, and put everything back where it belongs.

Remember, the goal isn't to keep things just because you might use them someday. It's to make space for the things you actually love and use!

Seven weeks in, you're making progress! Progress over perfection. Every little bit counts! 💪

10/10/2026

Today is National Mental Health Day, and in honor of that my latest blog post is on organization for the ADHD brain. If you or anyone close to you struggles with organization, be sure to give it a read!

In honor of World Mental Health Day on October 10, this month I’m writing about getting organized with ADHD.For someone with ADHD, clutter isn’t always a motivation problem. It can be an executive-function problem. The goal when organizing with me isn’t to tell you to “be more disciplined......

09/29/2026

JUST GET RID OF IT! — WEEK 5 🧸👟

How did Week 4 go? 🧣👜

Hopefully you were able to make some progress on those accessories and get your seasonal wardrobe switched over. And remember, if you didn't finish everything, that's okay! You can always come back to it.

Now we're moving on to WEEK 5: KIDS! 👧🧒

If you don't have kids… lucky you! 😉 You've got an extra week to catch up on clothing and accessories, or tackle another area that's been bothering you.

But if you do have kids, this week might feel a little more challenging. Kids accumulate SO. MUCH. STUFF. And somehow it seems to multiply overnight! 😂

The key this week? START SMALL.

You don't have to conquer the entire playroom or every bin of hand-me-downs. Pick one small category, set your timer for 10 minutes, and just get started.

And if you find yourself staring at a pile of school artwork thinking, “I can't possibly get rid of this!” I get it. I will for sure be talking about some ways to make those decisions easier.

Stick with it! By next week, you'll be glad you did.

And don't forget to TAG while you're participating! Every tag gives you a chance to win 2 HOURS OF FREE ORGANIZING SERVICES WITH ME! 🎉

10 minutes. One category. One less pile of stuff.

JUST GET RID OF IT!

09/22/2026

JUST GET RID OF IT! — WEEK 4 🧣👜

How did the clothing challenge go? 👚👖

For some, clothing is a no-brainer—you can fill a donation bag in no time. For others, it can be one of the hardest categories to tackle. There are memories, “just in case” pieces, and clothes we really want to fit into again.

However it went for you, progress is progress! 🙌

Now that the cooler weather is finally starting to arrive, it’s the perfect time to move on to ACCESSORIES! 🧣👜👟

As you switch out your wardrobe for the season, take a few extra minutes to go through those accessories and cooler-weather layers.

And while you're at it, pack away those summer essentials. Before putting them into storage, ask yourself:

Did I actually wear this this summer?
Will I realistically wear it next summer?
Would I buy this again today?

If the answer is no… JUST GET RID OF IT! 😉

And don't forget to TAG as you work through the challenge! 📸 Every tag gives you a chance to win 2 HOURS OF FREE ORGANIZING SERVICES WITH ME! 🎉

Ten minutes at a time. One category at a time. Less stuff. More space. No overwhelm.

Who’s ready to tackle the accessories?! 👇

09/15/2026

JUST GET RID OF IT! — WEEK 3 👕👖
How did Week 2 go?! 🛁📚
Did you clear off the bathroom counter? Find some products that had definitely expired? Finally let go of a few books you’ve been holding onto “just in case”?
Whatever you accomplished, celebrate it! Remember: this challenge is about progress, not perfection. Even 10 minutes makes a difference!

And now we’re moving on to a category that can be very easy for some people and VERY hard for others… CLOTHES. 👚👖
This week, we’re taking it one category at a time.

Some of these may be total no-brainers. Others might make you pause and think, “But what if I need this someday?” 😂
My advice? Start with the easy wins. Build some momentum, and then tackle the harder categories when you’re ready.
Set your timer for 10 minutes, pick ONE category, and...

JUST GET RID OF IT!

And don't forget about the bonus! 🎉
TAG in your posts or stories as you work through the challenge for a chance to win 2 FREE HOURS OF PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZING SERVICES WITH ME!
I want to see your progress! 👀🙌

What clothing category will you be tackling first?

09/01/2026

New blog post is up! This one outlines the whole 75-Day challenge if you’d like to plan ahead 😁

Nobody’s perfect. Shocking, I know! But while that may not be a revolutionary idea, it does mean that everyone has at least a little room for self-improvement. I always strive to find ways to be a little better, so a few months ago, when I was offered the chance to join a summer accountability gro...

09/01/2026

IT’S TIME TO JUST GET RID OF IT!

Are you ready to make a little more space in your home—and your life?

Today kicks off my 75-Day Decluttering Challenge!

The concept is simple: 10 minutes a day for 75 days. That’s it!

No spending hours organizing.
No pulling everything out of your closet.
No creating a giant donation pile that sits in your garage for three months. 😂

Just 10 focused minutes to get rid of things you no longer need, use, or love.

Here’s how it works:

⏱️ Set a timer for 10 minutes.
🗑️ Declutter—don't organize what you don't need.
🚗 If something can leave your house today, let it leave!
💚 Focus on progress, not perfection.
🙌 Miss a day? No guilt. Just pick back up where you left off.

Week 1 is all about the QUICK WINS, with seven small areas to tackle—including your junk drawer, kitchen counter, junk mail pile, expired coupons, takeout menus, everyday purse/bag, and car console.

And because a little accountability never hurts… 😉

TAG ME as you complete each day's challenge! Every tag = one entry to win 2 FREE HOURS of professional organizing services at the end of the challenge!

Who's joining me?!

Comment “I’M IN!” below and tag a friend who needs a little more space in their life.