Decluttering 2012, this year, definitely ...

dinx1972

Why does decluttering cause soo much mess?:(

Tidied the lounge on Saturday and it was sparkling, but after ebaying yesterday (and still only managing to list 13 items) and trying to sort out filing and old paperwork this morning it looks worse then it did before I tidied on Saturday:mad:.

Have sorted out three draws and two box files and have a huge bag of shredding to go to recycling centre, but nothing actually out yet:eek:.

Right cup of tea and then back to it:(.

Kaz2904

I have got rid of 60 items from the pencil box. I also sharpened all of them in the end as I decided to declutter a Poirot from the sky+ box!
So totals thus far; February totals 107/100
I'm happy with progress although it might be cheating somewhat counting each and every pencil and felt tip. But it is all stuff which is leaving this house so I'm happy with that!
I also have 1 carrier bag of general rubbish to put into the main bin which I will only count as 1 item.
I'm actually still here in my pj's and dressing gown, mainly because it's warmer than clothes!
Unfortunately; my portfolio and all the other paperwork gubbins is sitting winking at me in the corner of the lounge still. Bleurgh- I have to get it sorted really.

Can I just ask; What would you all do with your Diploma certificates from finishing Uni? Mine is still in the envelope I received it in and I have no idea what to do with it.

mummysaver38

Kaz2904 wrote: »

Can I just ask; What would you all do with your Diploma certificates from finishing Uni? Mine is still in the envelope I received it in and I have no idea what to do with it.

When we had just graduated we had them up in frames on the wall. Now I just keep them in my fireproof box with passport, driving licence etc.

angelavdavis

Kaz2904 wrote: »

Can I just ask; What would you all do with your Diploma certificates from finishing Uni? Mine is still in the envelope I received it in and I have no idea what to do with it.

Hi Kaz, I have scanned mine in and backed them up using the Mozyhome backup system (ie offsite in case), then put the originals in a file with my cv in case an employer ever asks to see them.

pollys

Have a lovely afternoon angelavdavis

Good afternoon, everyone seems to be doing really well.

I have just sat down for a breather. So far today I have done 3 loads of washing, sanded and undercoated a sideboard after emptying it. Washed 3 bathroom storage boxes and sorted the contents - half a carrier bag of rubbish plus making lunch and making an appointment at Doctors.

Still got energy left so after my cup of tea I'll be back to it. Just love halfterm.

Pollys

EndlessStruggle

I've got loads to put on ebay but really not feeling well today so will get as much done as I can.

dinx1972

Well back from trip to tip and town and can report the following:


3.Old internet router - bin
4. Old cross stitch magazine from 2004 - recycling
5. Horrible hat - cs
6. 3 five minute work books age 6-8 years - CS
7.Joss stick herbal burner thingy - CS
8.1 x Ben10 watch to friend in exchange for dyeing of hair!!! - I think I got the better end of the deal.
9. 1 sack of shredded paper and recycling black box emptied at recycling centre.
10.1 empty shower bottle to recycling
11.Ebay dvd sale posted
12.Recycled jiffy bag for above sale posted

Ditch 100 in February 12/100

Not even up to one a day yet:(, and definitely not seeing any benefits from decluttering yet, hey-ho, onwards and upwards.

squeakysue

Only a little today but every little helps

15) OH's old broken laptop case binned
16) rubbish and broken pens from said case binned
17) dd's old toothbrush binned

Have got 4 things on freecycle so waiting on replies and have sold 7 lots on eBay last night so hopefully will post them tomorrow so my list will groooow :rotfl:

black_cat

Took more bags to the charity shop this morning. I've started another bag and also sorted out some things for my mother to raffle.

1 skirt
1 pair of jogging bottoms
outdoor candle
lidded pot
pair of earrings
4 ramekins
1 mug
assorted small children's toys (counted as one)
1 book
assorted hotel toiletries
2 soap sets
unworn slippers
votive candle
oversized pen
scented hand gel

139/100 ditched in February

In the past, guilt has stopped me from getting rid of things - guilt at all the wasted money. Now I think of everything I take to the charity shop as a financial donation. I think that's helping.

EndlessStruggle

Roughly 20 more items listed on eBay. I currently have 80 items listed :eek: and so many more to be listed. Probably the same again, up to 25 items sold. Hoping more will sell!! I'm exhausted and ill so off to sleep to be well for tomorrow.