6 Most Important Areas Of Your Home to Declutter Before Fall- According to Professional Organizers.

Time to swap out those pool floats for pumpkin spice lattes! As we bid adieu to summer, it's the perfect time to amp up the cozy factor in your home. You know, those warm, fuzzy vibes that make you want to snuggle up with a good book and a hot bath.

Think less backyard barbecues, more fireside chats. Swap out beach reads for chunky knit throws. And hey, it's the perfect excuse to declutter and make room for all those holiday goodies.

Need a little guidance? Here are some hot tips from the pros on what to ditch as the leaves start to fall:

1. Bathroom

Say adios to those half-empty sun creams and the toiletries that have been hibernating in your cabinet. Winter essentials are ready to take the stage, baby! Whip up a checklist, and let's get decluttering. Those old summer products? They're so last season. And probably expired. So, let's get cleaning, sorting, and transforming your bathroom into a winter-ready wonderland.

Remember, less is more! Aim for just one of each product (and maybe a backup for emergencies). Those almost-empty bottles? Pop them front and center so you'll use them up first. Grab a strong trash bag, we like to set a timer to keep us focused, and fill it with anything old or unwanted. Then, recycle or dispose of the items responsibly. Now that's what I call a glow-up!

2. Kitchen Pantry

Pantry purge, anyone? It's therapeutic, promise. Imagine a space where you can actually find the quinoa. Say hello to autumn with a pantry that's as fresh as the season's crisp morning air. Out with the old, in with the yummy.

Go shelf by shelf, toss out anything that is stale. Boxes take up SO MUCH space! Combine any duplicates (cereal, goldfish, crackers, etc.) and empty into clear acrylic bins with lids. A decluttered pantry means a decluttered mind.

Fridge and freezer need love, too? Take everything out, sort by category, and give it a solid wipe down before putting it all back together. Make room for the apple pies, steaming soups, and all the chili your heart desires.

3. Kids’ Toys

Fall is the perfect time to Marie Kondo the heck out of those old toys and books. Christmas (ahhh) will be here before we know it. Make space for all the new goodies that the holiday season will bring.

Sort out your toy collection and let's help spread some joy! Consider giving the extras a second life by donating or selling them. You could even make a child's holiday sparkle by contributing to a Christmas present program. Because let's face it, the joy of giving never goes out of style!

4. Your Backyard
Save your future self some frost-bitten fingers and declutter that backyard now. Set up 3 areas for keep, toss, or donate with your barbecue tools, furniture, and those gardening accessories that have been silently judging you from the shed all summer. Anything broken or moldy? Adios! Ask yourself: did I use this last summer? If the answer is no, it’s likely time to say goodbye.

Wave goodbye to the broken tools and those "oh I might need it someday" duplicates. Trust me, your future self will thank you for the extra space and fewer spider webs!

5. Clothes
You know those items you haven't touched since last summer? Yeah, time to say bye bye to those! And those teeny tiny clothes your kiddos can't fit into anymore? It's time they found a new home. Trust me, your closet will thank you.

Consider giving your summer wardrobe a luxury retreat in the form of storage bins or vacuum-sealed bags. It's the perfect solution for those of us who didn't win the closet-space lottery. A good old-fashioned declutter before introducing new pieces will make your closet feel like your own personal boutique.

6. Seasonal Decor
Get rid of any old Christmas decor that no longer brings you joy. If last year you kept any old garlands, and lights that no longer work or chipped or broken ornaments, toss those. It's time for a holiday decor refresh. Christmas decor shopping is a favorite past time of mine, how will you know what to buy at the Memphis Mistletoe Merchants if you haven’t went through those boxes?

Time to summon your holiday decorations from the abyss of your storage area! Create an area where you can swap out pumpkins for turkeys and everything in between, all without turning your living space into a festive oasis.

By following these decluttering tips, you’ll create a cozy, clutter-free home ready for the fall season.