New Year Two Week Declutter Challenge

Does your home feel a little too crowded, cluttered, or overwhelming? The New Year is the perfect time to start fresh, and there’s no better way to do that than with a declutter challenge!

Over the next two weeks, you’ll tackle small, manageable tasks each day to bring order back to your space—and your life.

By the end of the challenge, you’ll have a cleaner, more organized, and peaceful home ready to support all your new year goals.

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Day 1: Clear Out Your Closet

Start with your wardrobe—it’s one of the most rewarding areas to declutter. Ask yourself these questions as you sort through each piece:

• Does this fit me?
• Have I worn this in the past year?
• Do I love it?

Donate clothes that no longer serve you or separate them into a “maybe” pile to re-evaluate later. Organize what’s left by season or category for easier access.

Day 2: Tidy Up Your Bathroom

Check your bathroom drawers and cabinets for expired products, empty containers, or items you never use.

Consolidate duplicates and say goodbye to broken tools or old cosmetics.

Bonus tip: Use small bins or trays to keep items like skincare and haircare products neatly in place.

Day 3: Kitchen Cabinet Clean-Up

Focus on your pantry and kitchen cabinets.

Toss expired food, stale spices, and those jars of sauces you never got around to using.

For extra organization, group similar items together (like snacks or baking supplies) in labeled containers.

Day 4: Declutter That Junk Drawer

We all have one—overflowing with random cords, pens, and mystery items.

Empty the entire drawer, sort through what you’ll keep, and neatly organize it back with small dividers for categories.

For those leftover cables, consider investing in a cord organizer.

Day 5: Tidying Paperwork and Mail

Stacks of mail, receipts, and documents can pile up fast.

Go through your papers and shred anything you don’t need.

Create a filing system for tax documents, warranties, and other important papers, so you’ll never feel overwhelmed by piles again.

Day 6: Digital Decluttering

Take a break from physical spaces and tackle your devices.

Delete unused apps, clear out old emails, and organize your photos into folders.

Pro tip: Use cloud storage to keep files accessible but off your device.

Day 7: Revisit Sentimental Items

Midway through the challenge, take a moment to go through your memory boxes, dusty photo albums, or souvenirs.

Keep only what sparks joy or holds real sentimental value.

You don’t need to hold onto every keepsake—your memories are what matter most!

Day 8: Freshen Up the Bedroom

Declutter your nightstand, and under-the-bed storage, and go through your dresser drawers.

A clean, organized bedroom can promote better sleep and make mornings stress-free.

Add some fresh bedding or a candle for an extra cozy vibe!

Day 9: Living Room Refresh

This is one space where clutter tends to sneak in.

Go through the coffee table, entertainment center, and shelves to get rid of outdated magazines, remote controls you don’t use, and random knick-knacks.

Keep only the decor that makes you smile.

Day 11: Tackle the Entryway

Shoes, coats, and bags can overwhelm an entryway quickly.

Add hooks, a shoe rack, or a basket for grab-and-go essentials to keep this area functional and welcoming.

Day 12: Clean Out Your Workspace

If your desk is cluttered, your mind probably feels cluttered too.

Toss extra pens, random office supplies, and outdated papers.

Store items you use daily within arm’s reach and file away the rest for a cleaner, more productive work environment.

Day 13: Don’t Forget the Kids’ (or Pets’) Stuff

Sort through toys, kids’ clothes, and old pet accessories.

Donate or recycle items that are no longer being used.

Be sure to involve your kids in the process—they’ll learn the value of letting go of items they no longer need.

Day 14: Celebrate & Maintain Your Space

You made it! Take some time to admire everything you’ve accomplished over the past two weeks.

Your final task?

Set up small weekly habits to stay clutter-free, like tackling one drawer or section at a time.