8 Everyday Ways to Live Clutter-Free
Follow these simple guidelines to never again have to spend more than a few minutes a day keeping your clutter under control.
By Peter Walsh
Keep a Charity Bag
Always have a garbage bag for charity donations. When you try on a piece of clothing and it doesn't look good on you, consider putting it in the bag. If you're given a gift you don't love, put it in the bag. When your youngest child outgrows an article of clothing, check it for stains; if it's in good shape, it goes straight in the bag. Make it a habit.
When the bag is full, put it in your car. Depending on where you live, there's probably no need to plan a special trip to drop it off. Just keep it in the trunk until you're driving near your favorite charity. Get a receipt for tax purposes and file it in your annual donations file.
When the bag is full, put it in your car. Depending on where you live, there's probably no need to plan a special trip to drop it off. Just keep it in the trunk until you're driving near your favorite charity. Get a receipt for tax purposes and file it in your annual donations file.
Published 01/01/2006