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it's pizza night at the gallagher-milkovich household!

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usually they order a couple pizzas from some local joint: thin crust chicago supreme for ian and deep dish meat lovers for mickey, though they steal pieces of each others' all the time (even if mickey has to pick off all the onions from ian's chicago supreme.)

but tonight ian wanted to do something different. the tomatoes and bell peppers from the garden were finally looking ripe. ian, with his green thumb, had spent most of spring and summer nurturing a row of plants in the community garden of their apartment complex. mickey had thought it was boring as fuck at first when nothing seemed to be changing, but eventually seeing the plants shoot up and seeing ian excited about all the new growth gave him a paternal kick somewhere from deep inside him. he even found himself wondering how the plants were holding up after a particularly bad thunderstorm one night. for fuck's sake -- was he a plant dad now? when the fuck did this happen?

and if they were going to make their own pizzas with ian's fresh vegetables, they sure as hell weren't going to cut any corners with the store-bought dough. though mickey would never admit it, he was getting pretty good at baking, which was something ian was both a little jealous and very proud of. at this point, mickey was basically a pro specifically at making orange cranberry bread (which ian had become immediately hooked on for a few weeks after jill brought over a loaf as a 'sorry-my-boyfriend-pissed-off-mickey' gift) and also at his favorite peanut butter chocolate chip cookies (mickey has such a sweet tooth, and ian has no idea how he hasn't had more cavities.) surely pizza dough couldn't be too much different than the rest of mickey's pretty impressive baking skills.

after work wednesday evening, mickey emerged from the shower with just a towel wrapped around his waist. he peeked out into the living room expecting to see ian zombified on the couch with the usual two boxes of pizza balanced across his legs. however, mickey was thrown off a bit as he spotted ian behind the kitchen counter rummaging through cabinets, occasionally opening the fridge, and proudly wearing his "i like to get high (quality ingredients)" apron, which had been a very appropriate birthday gift from lip.

"what's with all the ruckus in here, big bang," mickey teased. ian's wild eyes calmed a beat after they had finally noticed mickey standing in the doorframe. he checked out his husband up and down once over as a mischievous smile blossomed on his face.

"it's a surprise, but i'm gonna need you to put some clothes on," ian announced, even though his darkening eyes were saying quite the opposite.

mickey was rather hungry and curious about the shitstorm of a mess in the kitchen, so he decided not to push his luck with ian's lustful gaze and instead obediently turned around to pull on some sweatpants while mumbling something about "can't be too good of a surprise if i have to put on clothes." ian smirked from behind him.

mickey swaggered back to the kitchen wearing one of ian's old rotc t-shirts, hoping it would get enough of a rise out of ian for him to enthusiastically take it off late in the night. as if ian needed a reason.

"alright, alright, tough guy. what's the big surprise?"

ian slid his arm around mickey's waist and pulled them flush together as they stared at the array of ingredients sprawled out.

"Pizza," he stated as if it were a simple fact.

mickey's brow furrowed. there clearly wasn't any pizza on the counter. "where's the fuckin' pizza? or did you get too high," he teased, poking at ian's apron.

"ha. ha. very funny, babe. just high quality ingredients, remember?" ian winked and mickey smirked, musing at his dork. when mickey didn't counter him again ian cleared his throat and continued, "no, but for real. ya know how i've been growing vegetables in the garden here?"

mickey nodded. as if he could forget.

"well, for pizza night i was thinking that we could make our own with some of the vegetables and i was hoping," he dragged out the word and squeezed mickey's waist, "that you would make the dough, seeing that you're the star baker of the house."

mickey rolled his eyes. he didn't know where ian got the impression that he was the next best thing to a professional baker when he would usually just take the easy way out. especially when he was hungry and it came to pizza night. but he was secretly very excited to try the food that ian had spent so much time cultivating.

"yeah, man, let's get it." mickey leaned over the counter to turn the bluetooth speaker on and connect his phone, 'wait by the river' by lord huron playing. he grinned as he allowed ian to slide his hand down his arm and lace their fingers as they swayed together for a moment before pulling away and promptly getting to work on food prep.

ian hummed while he washed and chopped the vegetables, occasionally making comments about how he can't believe how colorful they are or how they had grown from nothing. mickey entertained his comments while he made the dough, "well not quite nothing. there was the seed and the sunlight and the shitty ass soil and you watered it a bunch and stuff. all that love ain't nothing." ian warmly smiled at how casually his husband talked about all forms of love now.

once everything was cleaned and diced and the dough was divided into two equal slabs, they got to shaping their crusts. mickey, being the little shit that he is, had extra flour on his hands and wiped some across ian's cheek. he took off behind the counter and into the living room before ian was able to even get out an agitated "what the fuck, mick!" ian was soon on his heels though and tackled him into the couch, wrestling and straddling him and pinning mickey's arms above his head with one hand and smearing flour from his own hand across mickey's cheek as he struggled.

"payback's a bitch," ian teased through his fits of laughter as mickey's face was twisted up in utter disgust, "oh c'mon, mick, can't take it?"

"you know exactly what i can take, asshole," mickey wiggled his eyebrow as he grumbled lowly. ian's face dropped in complete shock as he was taken off guard, and his grip loosened. mickey used that moment of weakness to flip ian off of him and straighten up his shirt as he stood, no mind to the floured handprints placed haphazardly all over himself, and definitely not entirely from his own hands.

"great, so pizza, then?" he smiled over his shoulder at a disheveled ian as he went to go shape the dough, innovatively using a can of beans as a rolling pin.

ian joined him behind the counter and smacked his ball of dough. "hmm"ed and paused. mickey turned to investigate the curious glint in ian's eye when he heard and felt a similar smack on his own ass.

"oh my fucking god, ian. we're never going to get anything done. i'm fucking starving," he groaned.

"as if you didn't start it!"

mickey paused for a moment. sure, fine, yeah. ian had a point with this one, "whatever." he poked ian in the side and then turned back to his pizza. after they were rolled out enough, ian picked up the spoon to put sauce on.

"nah, man! what the fuck are you doing?" mickey snapped, more with urgency than actual agitation, "we gotta cook them for a little bit first before putting all the shit on there, ya know?"

ian put his hands up in innocence and slowly backed away from both the pizzas and the oven, "my bad, chef, carry on."

mickey flipped him off before slipping the two crusts into the oven for a couple minutes. while they waited, ian picked up mickey's phone and pulled up a youtube compilation video of gordon ramsay 'critiquing' his chefs.

"hey mick, this is you in the kitchen."

they watched for a couple minutes as ian laughed his ass off.

"oh fuck off, you'd burn the place down without me," mickey retorted, carefully pulling the crusts out of the oven. ian just rolled his eyes and resumed playing the music from a spotify playlist that mickey totally did not have named 'date night🥀.'

they took turns spooning sauce with chunks of fresh tomato onto their half baked crusts and then sprinkled on some grated cheese and pepperoni, which they had picked up at the farmer's market on their last trip with a couple of the women in their complex they had accidentally befriended.

as much as mickey ate like a broke college kid when he was left to fend for himself most days, he really didn't mind vegetables (except for fucking onions -- those could rot in hell.) despite this, ian still looked on astonished as mickey piled on the veggies just as much as his pepperoni. that was really saying something.

mickey glanced up, "what, popeye? like you're the only one that gets to enjoy the shit from the garden? i gotta taste for myself all the hype that went into this!"

a look of pure adoration flashed across ian's face as he laid a smooch on mickey's forehead. mickey's felt fucking butterflies in his stomach. he thought that being married to the guy would make those feelings simmer down, but as if it was even possible, the flames burned even stronger.

as they waited for their pizzas to cook in the oven for the final time, they giggled like lovestruck teenagers as they wiped the flour off of each others' faces, making an even bigger mess than they started with, as mickey's hair was now dripping wet. they then cleaned off the countertops and packed the extra ingredients in some blue-lidded tupperware set that debbie had recommended.

ian got two beers out of the fridge, "special occasion," he reasoned. mickey scoffed. as if they needed a reason to get fucking smashed.

soon the pizzas were done, and only slightly burnt at the edges, "adds flavor," mickey reasoned. as if anything mickey actually put effort into cooking would be less than perfect.

ian sliced the warm pizzas as mickey grabbed a couple plates, pausing in his steps to not-so-subtly stare at his husband's biceps flex with the force of the pizza slicer.

they didn't even bother to put on a tv show in the background as they ate. mickey's phone was still playing some chill, lowkey romantic music, and they were just excited to dig in. at this point mickey was fucking starving. mickey quite literally moaned as he took his first bite. ian snapped his head to stare daggers at mickey, watching his throat intently.

"shiiiit. that good, huh?" ian murmured.

all mickey could manage to do was nod as he swallowed.

"might have to do this more often," ian suggested as he took a bite of his own slice. shit. this was good.

"good job growing this shit, man," mickey praised through a mouthful. he swallowed, then added on teasingly, but actually oh-so-serious, "might wanna try growing some mary jane next year if you keep it up with your green ass thumb."

"sure, mick." ian took a sip of his beer. ian would agree to anything mickey would ask of him right now, tipsy on both his beer and his fondness of his husband. as if he could read his mind, mickey reached his hand out to rest on ian's thigh, squeezing once before resting it there for the remainder of dinner.

they finished off the beers and pizzas in bliss, leaving the dishes near the sink to be tomorrow's problem. they didn't even make it out of the kitchen before ian started to tug on the hems of mickey's shirt.

#a portrait of dumbass domestic bliss #yes it was pizza night at my house tonight #i have nothing against onions unlike our dearest mick #they have a pizza slicer but not a rolling pin - priorities #my posts #shameless #gallavich #shameless headcanon #gallavich headcanon #ian gallagher #mickey milkovich #shameless fanfic #shameless fanfiction #gallavich fanfiction #gallavich fanfic #fic #fanfiction #ian x mickey #ian x mickey fanfiction

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Adtwixt - News: 400+ Things to Declutter When Downsizing What I Decluttered

Downsizing the size of your home isnt difficult. It is finding things to declutter to ensure you fit comfortably in your new space that is difficult.

My husband and I learned quickly how to declutter stuff from our home we didnt need or want. Sure, a big part of this was because we moved out of a 1,400+ square foot house into a 600 square foot studio apartment, but we knew we were up for the challenge.

We realized that we dont have to have a lot to be happy. In fact, I now know the opposite is true.

Because downsizing isnt easy, I think it is necessary to walk you through my decluttering list before and after we downsized.

The decluttering list before we moved were things we realized we didnt need early into the process. However it is the decluttering list after we moved that really opened my eyes to what we didnt need.

Everyone is different and the things you need are different from my needs.

So when you see that my iron and ironing board made the list, dont panic! Im not telling you that you dont need them if you use them frequently. By all means, keep them. They havent been used in my home in Im not sure how long, so they dont get space in my very limited real estate.

Another thing I would like to address is that I didnt count each and every little bitty item, because the true number would be over 1,000 easy. Honestly, just thinking I decluttered over 1,000 items is crazy!

Things to Declutter When Downsizing

Before I get into my decluttering list, I want to share with you some quick tips for identifying what you can let go of when preparing to downsize yourself.

1 // Declutter Multiples

If you have several items that are the same, declutter them. They can take up a lot of space quickly, so be sure you only keep what you use.

2 // Consider your storage space

Does your smaller home have adequate storage space compared to where you live now? Most likely it doesnt.

In this case, you need to have a priority list of what youre willing to store in the space you have. Trust me, if there isnt space for something low on your list, you really dont need it.

Youll make space for what is truly important.

Do not worry with a storage container, unless there are moving schedule issues. A storage container enables indecision and costs you a lot more than keeping things that arent as important to you.

3 // Be ruthless and honest

Depending on how much youre downsizing, you may have to declutter a lot more than you anticipate.

Be very ruthless in the things you keep and honest about what you truly dont need. Ensure that the things you keep deserve the space they need.

4 // Get it out of the house quickly!

When decluttering to downsize, it is helpful to remove things to declutter from the house as quickly as possible.

This helps you see what you have that you feel is important. Over the period of a few days, your ideas of the things youve kept will adjust and you will likely declutter a few more things.

5 // Declutter as you move into your new home

This is very important! As you move into your new home, youll see what you do and dont have room for after youve moved.

Dont clutter up a space just because you kept too much before the move. Give the items a second thought and declutter what you do not have space for now.

Things to Declutter When Downsizing

Anything mentioned in my lists were either donated, sold via a garage sale, or tossed depending on their condition. I believe it is our responsibility to declutter responsibly and not simply toss everything in the trash.

One mans trash is another mans treasure.

Decluttering List Before We Downsized

Again, I just want to note that just because I dont find things within this list useful doesnt mean that you dont find them useful.

This list consists of everything I can remember decluttering, but I promise there is more. When youre downsizing you figure out the difference between need versus want, especially if your goal is to be comfortable in your downsized space.

Our specific goal was to have a home for everything we kept, so that we knew where everything was when needed. We also wanted to feel like we still had plenty of space after downsizing and not be cluttered by our things.

Now that all of that is out of the way, lets get to this list! Ive categorized things as best as possible, so if youre looking to see a specific part of the list, you can.

Laundry Room / Cleaning Supplies

Iron

Ironing Board

Sponges

Old Floor Cleaner

Mr. Clean Sponges

2 Windex bottles

2 Comet bottles

All Purpose Cleaners

Clothes Baskets

Clothing Rack

Bag Full of Hangers

Decor I Let Go Of

Christmas Decor one large tote full!

Old Glass Jar

2 Baskets

Wall Plates

LOTS of Picture Frames

Art Pictures

Sofa Table

Dinning Room Table

Patio Set

Couch

Candles

2 Vases

3 Decorative Pillows

Floor Lamp

Table Lamp

Tall Bookcase

Long Bookcase

Walmart Bookcase

34Large Shelving Unit

Fake Flowers

1 Plug In Wax Warmer

3 Full Size Wax Warmers

15 Wax Bars

Dresser

2 Decorative Chairs

Kitchen Things I No Longer Needed

Cookie Sheets

K-cup Organizer

Lunchbox

Blender

Expired Foods

2 Recipe Books

2 Large Pots

1 Pot Lid

1 Small Pot

Several Kitchen Towels

Apple Slicer

Cups

Mugs

George Foreman Grill

Duplicate Measuring Cups and Spoons

Duplicate Everyday Utensils

Tupperware

Glass Containers

Several Butter Bowls

Serving Dishes

Pizza Cutter

Crystal Serving Organizer

2 Sets of Salt & Pepper Shakers

Wine Bottle Holder

Herbs & Spices [by accident!]

Coffee Thermos

Christmas Plates

Christmas Place Mats

Shot Glasses

Cruise Ship Glasses

2 Red Solo Cup Wine Glasses

Waffle Maker

Complete Dish Set with Salad Plates and Mugs

2 Crockpots

Clothes [several of each listed]

Shirts

Tank Tops

Leggings

Jackets

Socks

Undergarments

Lounge Wear

Jeans

Shorts

Dresses

Swimsuits

Accessories I Never Wore/Used

Most of my jewelry collection

Gloves

Scarves

Beanies

Hats

1 Pair of Shoes

1 Pair of Boots

Sunglasses

Brown Cross-Over Purse

Grey Skirt Purse

Office Things I Decluttered

Drawer Organizer

Extra Paper

Pens

Pencils

Paper Clips

Binder Clips

Binder Organizers

Folders

Highlighters

Notepads

Notebooks

Binders

Trash Can

Old Bills

Junk Mail

Receipts [no longer needed]

Coupons

Paperclips

Stapler

2 Tape Dispensers

Old Textbooks

Magazines

Old Electronics

Paperwork

Stickers

Fabric

Yarn

Crochet Needles

Glitter

Crayons

Color Books

Playing Cards

Styrofoam Balls

Push Pins

Felt Squares

Felt Balls

Party Sacks

Gift Bags

Manuals

Play Station

X Box

Storage Boxes

Desk Organizers

Backpack

Computer Backpack

Massive Bathroom Declutter

Beauty Samples

Hair Care Samples

Glass Case

Contact Lenses Case

Plunger

Expired Medicine

Skin Care

Makeup

Makeup Brushes

Cosmetic Roll-Up Bag

Brush Organizer

5 Towels

10 Wash Cloths

Hair Band

Broken Hair Clips

Apothecary Jars [by accident broken]

10 Nail Polishes

Nail File Set

Nail Care Kit

Scale

Perfumes

Brush

Comb

Stretched Out Elastics

Old Lotion

Old Spa Products

Random Things I Let Go Of

Blankets

2 Scuba Gear Bags

Photo Albums

Books

CD Collection

Individual CD Cases

Multiple CD Holder Cases

Gardening Gloves

Photos

Sentimental Items

Old Dance Costumes [from my childhood]

Jewelry Box

Dog Feed and Water Bowls

Who knew we had so much we did not need in our life?! As far as the space we freed to downsize, a close equivalent would be a car and a half sized garage.

I will say we were not hoarders by any means.

Having 1,450 square feet to fill allowed us to have that much excess. With the exception of my Office/Craft Room, everything had a place. When we decided to downsize, we no longer had that much space to fill, and I wanted a clutter-free space.

Related Post: Tidying Goals that were Achievable In A Weekend!

My husband and I discussed what downsizing would mean in terms of what we owned, and decided the best thing was to let go of everything we could, which led us to continue decluttering after we downsized to ensure we achieved our goals.

Decluttering After We Downsized

This process was a bit different. We moved into our smaller space and after some time passed, we felt like something was a bit off. My anxiety was a bit high, so I took some action to clear out a bit more.

Let me take you through the process of what I did, then Ill share the decluttering list below that for you.

How I Decluttered Each Space

For the bathroom //

While the first thing I did wasnt decluttering necessarily, I did paint my aloe vera pot white to create a calmer environment within my bathroom. A small and simple fix!

For the kitchen //

I moved all of the vegetables off the counter top to have more space. Replaced my two small utensil holders with one large basket to hold my utensils better.[I do not have a lot, but some pieces are bulky, and I like having them all together.]

I purged a few items due to excess. [These items will be listed at the end of the post.] I also ordered a sample of fabric to see if it will work to get the kitchen project complete.

For the living space //

I purged my book collection. Looking at it every day reminded me of which books I have not to read, and which book I need to finish. Asking myself why I needed a book helped a lot!

I let go of40% of my collection by analyzing why I held onto a book! For the books I have yet to read, I read the synopsis to see if it still sounded appealing to read. If it did, I kept it. If not, the library received it!

Below are two pictures of the books I donated. The two towers were easy enough to make a decision on, and the other picture were the two items I thought about before making my decision.

For the bedroom area //

I simply cleaned up the space, put everything in its place, and organized my clothes and shoes. I tried my best to simplify the appearance of what we have.

We do not have an enclosed closet, and having empty hangers bother me! I caught up on laundry and hid the extras we have, so that my mind could release this silly annoyance.

For everything else //

I went through and tossed what was not necessary to keep. I have old sports awards that I want to keep, but I told myself I could only do it if it fit in my keepsake box.

Also, I had a couple of boxes to go through and sort, and was able to clean out all of the boxes and rid them from our space. One box contained random cords, another contained office supplies, and a box of things that accidentally ended up in the garage sale stuff.

Having these boxes out of the space is so nice! Since I do not have or need an office anymore, I took my supplies to work and actually use them instead of storing them!

Now I can look around my home and not see just-in-case boxes or a task I need to complete!

By the time I finished, I had 2 large totes and 2 boxes full of things to donate, 1 sack of things I tossed, and a more tidy space than before I started! How in the world did I still have so much excess?!

My goal now is to have the rest of my stored things organized into the empty totes and get started putting my fall and winter capsule wardrobe together.

Now let us get to the list of what I donated! Starting with the list of home goods, and then a list of the books I gave to the library including the reason why I let go of each one.

Decluttering List After We Downsized

1 Three piece jar set 1 full size Christmas wax warmer 2 plug-in Christmas wax warmers 2 scare crows on a stick 1 scare crow and pumpkin decor piece 1 recycles glass bottle 3 Christmas wall plaques 1 Red Dish 1 Christmas 12 piece Dish Set 1 Serving Platter 1 Snowman paper towel holder 6 picture frames 100+ ornaments 2 crochet dollies[?] 2 Christmas decor wall plaques 1 Christmas card holder 1 organizer box 3 Christmas gift boxes [decor] 1 scare crow candy container 1 Trick or Treat candy container 2 Red Beaded Christmas Tree cones 22 cabinet hinges [From a project that did not happen. Returned to store for store credit.] 1 Wine Glass 3 Baskets 2 Perfumes 1 blender cup 1 dish scrubber 1 reusable plastic bottle 2 small boxes of tea 1 plastic tupperware [does not match current set] 4 candles 1 salad lunch organizer 1 pair of earrings 1 blue blouse 1 pair of grey heels 1 vintage cream holder 11 scarves 1 toboggan 1 belt 3 pairs of jeans 1 pair of flip flops 1 random fork 1 feather [decor] 3 Christmas nesting bowls 3 Christmas dish cloths 1 pot holder 1 oven mitt 1 cake pan with lid 3 wooden cooking spoons 2 spatulas 1 cookie spatula 1 pair of tongs 4 vintage picture frames 20 old pictures[ tossed not going to donate pictures of myself of course] Several sheets and pillow cases I did not know we had[I repurposed these into shop rags for my husband.]

Downsizing was the best decision we could have made for our lives! It forced us to identify the clutter in our lives and allowed us to let go of personal attachment to items. This freed us from the stuff that did not serve a purpose in our lives.

Looking back at the things I tossed always leaves me baffled, because I had no idea there was so many things clouding our lives that we truly didnt need.

I know I always talk about how minimalism changed my life, but it definitely changed my husbands life as well.

If youre ready to declutter, I highly encouarge you to check out my 30 Day Minimalist Decluttering Challenge. It will help you not only declutter your physical things, but also your mind!

Also, if you enjoyed this post, be sure to follow me on Pinterest!

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Adtwixt - News: 400+ Things to Declutter When Downsizing What I Decluttered

Downsizing the size of your home isnt difficult. It is finding things to declutter to ensure you fit comfortably in your new space that is difficult.

We realized that we dont have to have a lot to be happy. In fact, I now know the opposite is true.

Because downsizing isnt easy, I think it is necessary to walk you through my decluttering list before and after we downsized.

Everyone is different and the things you need are different from my needs.

Things to Declutter When Downsizing

Before I get into my decluttering list, I want to share with you some quick tips for identifying what you can let go of when preparing to downsize yourself.

1 // Declutter Multiples

If you have several items that are the same, declutter them. They can take up a lot of space quickly, so be sure you only keep what you use.

2 // Consider your storage space

Does your smaller home have adequate storage space compared to where you live now? Most likely it doesnt.

In this case, you need to have a priority list of what youre willing to store in the space you have. Trust me, if there isnt space for something low on your list, you really dont need it.

Youll make space for what is truly important.

Do not worry with a storage container, unless there are moving schedule issues. A storage container enables indecision and costs you a lot more than keeping things that arent as important to you.

3 // Be ruthless and honest

Depending on how much youre downsizing, you may have to declutter a lot more than you anticipate.

Be very ruthless in the things you keep and honest about what you truly dont need. Ensure that the things you keep deserve the space they need.

4 // Get it out of the house quickly!

When decluttering to downsize, it is helpful to remove things to declutter from the house as quickly as possible.

This helps you see what you have that you feel is important. Over the period of a few days, your ideas of the things youve kept will adjust and you will likely declutter a few more things.

5 // Declutter as you move into your new home

This is very important! As you move into your new home, youll see what you do and dont have room for after youve moved.

Dont clutter up a space just because you kept too much before the move. Give the items a second thought and declutter what you do not have space for now.

Things to Declutter When Downsizing

One mans trash is another mans treasure.

Decluttering List Before We Downsized

Again, I just want to note that just because I dont find things within this list useful doesnt mean that you dont find them useful.

Now that all of that is out of the way, lets get to this list! Ive categorized things as best as possible, so if youre looking to see a specific part of the list, you can.

Laundry Room / Cleaning Supplies

Iron

Ironing Board

Sponges

Old Floor Cleaner

Mr. Clean Sponges

2 Windex bottles

2 Comet bottles

All Purpose Cleaners

Clothes Baskets

Clothing Rack

Bag Full of Hangers

Decor I Let Go Of

Christmas Decor one large tote full!

Old Glass Jar

2 Baskets

Wall Plates

LOTS of Picture Frames

Art Pictures

Sofa Table

Dinning Room Table

Patio Set

Couch

Candles

2 Vases

3 Decorative Pillows

Floor Lamp

Table Lamp

Tall Bookcase

Long Bookcase

Walmart Bookcase

34Large Shelving Unit

Fake Flowers

1 Plug In Wax Warmer

3 Full Size Wax Warmers

15 Wax Bars

Dresser

2 Decorative Chairs

Kitchen Things I No Longer Needed

Cookie Sheets

K-cup Organizer

Lunchbox

Blender

Expired Foods

2 Recipe Books

2 Large Pots

1 Pot Lid

1 Small Pot

Several Kitchen Towels

Apple Slicer

Cups

Mugs

George Foreman Grill

Duplicate Measuring Cups and Spoons

Duplicate Everyday Utensils

Tupperware

Glass Containers

Several Butter Bowls

Serving Dishes

Pizza Cutter

Crystal Serving Organizer

2 Sets of Salt & Pepper Shakers

Wine Bottle Holder

Herbs & Spices [by accident!]

Coffee Thermos

Christmas Plates

Christmas Place Mats

Shot Glasses

Cruise Ship Glasses

2 Red Solo Cup Wine Glasses

Waffle Maker

Complete Dish Set with Salad Plates and Mugs

2 Crockpots

Clothes [several of each listed]

Shirts

Tank Tops

Leggings

Jackets

Socks

Undergarments

Lounge Wear

Jeans

Shorts

Dresses

Swimsuits

Accessories I Never Wore/Used

Most of my jewelry collection

Gloves

Scarves

Beanies

Hats

1 Pair of Shoes

1 Pair of Boots

Sunglasses

Brown Cross-Over Purse

Grey Skirt Purse

Office Things I Decluttered

Drawer Organizer

Extra Paper

Pens

Pencils

Paper Clips

Binder Clips

Binder Organizers

Folders

Highlighters

Notepads

Notebooks

Binders

Trash Can

Old Bills

Junk Mail

Receipts [no longer needed]

Coupons

Paperclips

Stapler

2 Tape Dispensers

Old Textbooks

Magazines

Old Electronics

Paperwork

Stickers

Fabric

Yarn

Crochet Needles

Glitter

Crayons

Color Books

Playing Cards

Styrofoam Balls

Push Pins

Felt Squares

Felt Balls

Party Sacks

Gift Bags

Manuals

Play Station

X Box

Storage Boxes

Desk Organizers

Backpack

Computer Backpack

Massive Bathroom Declutter

Beauty Samples

Hair Care Samples

Glass Case

Contact Lenses Case

Plunger

Expired Medicine

Skin Care

Makeup

Makeup Brushes

Cosmetic Roll-Up Bag

Brush Organizer

5 Towels

10 Wash Cloths

Hair Band

Broken Hair Clips

Apothecary Jars [by accident broken]

10 Nail Polishes

Nail File Set

Nail Care Kit

Scale

Perfumes

Brush

Comb

Stretched Out Elastics

Old Lotion

Old Spa Products

Random Things I Let Go Of

Blankets

2 Scuba Gear Bags

Photo Albums

Books

CD Collection

Individual CD Cases

Multiple CD Holder Cases

Gardening Gloves

Photos

Sentimental Items

Old Dance Costumes [from my childhood]

Jewelry Box

Dog Feed and Water Bowls

Who knew we had so much we did not need in our life?! As far as the space we freed to downsize, a close equivalent would be a car and a half sized garage.

I will say we were not hoarders by any means.

Related Post: Tidying Goals that were Achievable In A Weekend!

Decluttering After We Downsized

Let me take you through the process of what I did, then Ill share the decluttering list below that for you.

How I Decluttered Each Space

For the bathroom //

While the first thing I did wasnt decluttering necessarily, I did paint my aloe vera pot white to create a calmer environment within my bathroom. A small and simple fix!

For the kitchen //

I purged a few items due to excess. [These items will be listed at the end of the post.] I also ordered a sample of fabric to see if it will work to get the kitchen project complete.

For the living space //

I purged my book collection. Looking at it every day reminded me of which books I have not to read, and which book I need to finish. Asking myself why I needed a book helped a lot!

Below are two pictures of the books I donated. The two towers were easy enough to make a decision on, and the other picture were the two items I thought about before making my decision.

For the bedroom area //

I simply cleaned up the space, put everything in its place, and organized my clothes and shoes. I tried my best to simplify the appearance of what we have.

We do not have an enclosed closet, and having empty hangers bother me! I caught up on laundry and hid the extras we have, so that my mind could release this silly annoyance.

For everything else //

I went through and tossed what was not necessary to keep. I have old sports awards that I want to keep, but I told myself I could only do it if it fit in my keepsake box.

Having these boxes out of the space is so nice! Since I do not have or need an office anymore, I took my supplies to work and actually use them instead of storing them!

Now I can look around my home and not see just-in-case boxes or a task I need to complete!

My goal now is to have the rest of my stored things organized into the empty totes and get started putting my fall and winter capsule wardrobe together.

Now let us get to the list of what I donated! Starting with the list of home goods, and then a list of the books I gave to the library including the reason why I let go of each one.

Decluttering List After We Downsized

Looking back at the things I tossed always leaves me baffled, because I had no idea there was so many things clouding our lives that we truly didnt need.

I know I always talk about how minimalism changed my life, but it definitely changed my husbands life as well.

If youre ready to declutter, I highly encouarge you to check out my 30 Day Minimalist Decluttering Challenge. It will help you not only declutter your physical things, but also your mind!

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