We use TikTok's "Core 4" Method for Organizing and Decluttering: Your Guide to Quick and Fun Organizing
Hey there, busy moms! We know life can be a whirlwind of kids’ sports, school projects, and endless to-do lists. Amidst all the chaos, finding time to get your home organized can feel like a distant dream. But don’t worry—we’re here to help with a fun and effective solution!
Introducing the Core 4 Method: a straightforward, four-step approach to transforming any space in your home without the stress. Whether you’re tackling a messy bathroom or just looking to tidy up, this method is designed to fit seamlessly into your busy life. Ready to dive in? Let’s get started!
1. Clear Out: Your Fresh Start
First things first—Clear Out! Start with a clean slate by emptying out the space you want to organize. Imagine your bathroom closet or vanity completely bare, ready for a new look. This step is all about making room for change. For instance, in a recent project for Refined Living Home Organizing, we completely cleared out a client's cluttered bathroom closet and vanity. This allowed us to see every item and make smarter choices about what to keep and what to let go.
2. Categorize: Grouping Made Easy
Next up, it’s time to Categorize. Group your items into easy-to-manage categories. Think of it as creating little sections for your daily essentials, beauty products, and those first-aid supplies. For example, in that same bathroom project, we sorted items into categories like “Daily Essentials,” “Beauty and Personal Care,” and “Medications and First Aid.” We even broke down beauty products into subcategories like “Face,” “Eyes,” and “Lips.” It’s like creating mini-organized zones in your home!
3. Cut Out: Declutter with Confidence
Now comes the fun part—Cut Out! Time to say goodbye to items you don’t need. Whether it’s expired medications or half-used beauty products, it’s all about making space for what truly matters. During the bathroom project, once we had everything in it’s category, we removed duplicates and expired items, and set aside gently used products for donation. This step was all about creating a more functional and clutter-free space, and we were there to support our client every step of the way.
4. Contain: The Final Touch
Last but not least, let’s Contain! Use containers, baskets, and labels to put everything back in place. Choose acrylic bins, woven baskets, or fabric bins depending on your visual preference. Make sure they fit the space to keep things looking neat. In the bathroom project, we selected clear, stackable bins for daily essentials for drawers and medium to larger size baskets and striped fabric bins for the closet. We labeled everything, making it easy for our client to find what she needed and keep the space organized. This step helps keep the chaos at bay and makes your daily routines a breeze.
Conclusion: Embrace the Core 4 Method
There you have it—the Core 4 Method! With these simple steps, you can turn any cluttered space into a well-organized haven. Just like the transformation we did at Refined Living in Memphis, your bathroom and vanity, you can bring order and efficiency to your home. We’re all about making organizing quick, fun, and totally doable, even with your busy schedule. Ready to get started? Dive in and see how easy it is to bring order to your home.
We can’t wait to hear about your organizing wins! Share your journey with us and let’s celebrate your success together.
