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Declutter Challenge

January 15, 2012 By Shelley Zurek 839 Comments

Did my Life get too Cluttered?

Woman with clutter Blog Note: I have severely disappointed one of my readers, maybe more and I am sorry.  I started this declutter challenge back in Jan., 2011.  We had 3 months worth of prizes added to the pile and a nice group of readers jumped on board and participated enthusiastically.  Then my life took over (one kid graduating high school out of state plus open house, one graduating college, sick mom, another kid moved out, high school senior went to college, 2 kids got licences, a wedding, a bridal shower, yada-yada-yada! )  Anywho, I let the ball drop on this and I am sorry!  Especially to my dear reader who is upset with me.  But the challenge isn’t ruined yet…we have this month to get caught up!  

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So Let’s Catch up!

Anyway the deal was, you were supposed to declutter one item everyday for 365 days.  Then you were supposed to  give your input  every month into how you were doing as your entry and I would add a prize to the pile each month.  You guys did an awesome job of commenting in the first three months.

Jan. 2011    172 comments

Feb.  2011   68  comments

March  2011  101 comments

Here’s a story from one of our reader’s pictures, Jen S., that she shared  on her decluttering efforts this year:

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Jen S. sent  this shot of her Egress before her Decluttering Efforts

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Here’s Jen S. Egress after Decluttering!  Amazing Right?

THE PRIZES!

The prize pile has the following items in it so far:

  • $25 Pier One Gift Card (February addition to the Pile of Prizes)
  • The $70 Grey Serena William Purse featured in our giveaway  (March Addition)

So here’s the deal, this was supposed to be the last month and you were supposed to have 9 months of commenting.  Also, I was supposed to add 9 more prizes to the pile.  Okay here’s the Newest prizes:

  • April Addition:  Write it Down! Camping Journal ($12.95)
  • May Addition:  Microfiber Hair Wrap ($5)
  • June Addition: Frownies pH-Balancing Complexion Wash and Rose Water Hydrator Spray  ($20)
  • July Addition: Latika  Natural Soap:  Handmade Darling Soaps ($20)
  • August Addition:  Faux Diamond Ring ($10)
  • September Addition:  2 tubes of Motives lipstick by Lauren Ridinger ($44 retail)
  • October Addition: Elf Nailpolish–5 Colors  ($20)
  • November Addition:  Elf Eye Shadow –Multi Palette ($15)
  • December Addition: Organic Shea Butter Soap  ($5)
  • January Additon: Juice Beauty Green Apple Hydration Mask  ($10)

TOTAL:  $252 in Prizes to be Won!!

Answer these 9 Decluttering questions in the Rafflecopter and we’ll find our De-cluttering Champion!

NEWCOMERS WELCOME!

Interested in joining the challenge, just fill out the remaining comments in the Rafflecopter below to jump in. While you missed your first three entries–you still can claim nine entries!  Will you join us?

THE GIVEAWAY: Ends 11:59 January 23.

UPDATE: The Declutter Challenge Giveaway has ended. The Rafflecopter had 873 entries and has been deleted.  Thank you for being part of this event for the entire year.  See Giveaway Winners.

Blog Note:  Some of these giveaways items were previously provided for review purposes.  This post was not compensated and the giveaway was strictly as a fun event for interaction with readers!

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  1. Stormy says

    January 15, 2012 at 1:53 pm

    My biggest challege was baby stuff. We had her in August and loaded ourselfs down with stuff- totally our own faults, but when you can find cute little girl outfits for .50 cent each at thrift store… its hard not to. We ended up with too much in a couple sizes, and it was really difficult narrowing it down and getting to a reasonable amount of baby clothes.

    Reply
  2. Danielle Meek says

    January 15, 2012 at 1:44 pm

    What storage tip can you give others that will help them to declutter?
    I like to use bins that can easily be stacked so there’s less clutter on the floor.

    Reply
  3. Danielle Meek says

    January 15, 2012 at 1:43 pm

    Did you get rid of 365 things this year?
    Yes! I got rid of so many old toys, stuffed animals, clothes, home decor, unused dishes and tupperware, etc…

    Reply
  4. Danielle Meek says

    January 15, 2012 at 1:41 pm

    Who stands in your way from decluttering?
    I’d like to blame it on my kids and never having any free time but really I have to blame myself for not having the motivation!

    Reply
  5. Brianna Dale says

    January 15, 2012 at 1:41 pm

    I did not get rid of that many things but started a new donation pile yesterday 🙂

    Reply
  6. Danielle Meek says

    January 15, 2012 at 1:40 pm

    What’s the biggest factor that makes you KEEP something versus throwing it OUT?
    If an item holds any memories it’s really hard to get rid of it… Especially baby clothes and toys!

    Reply
  7. Brianna Dale says

    January 15, 2012 at 1:40 pm

    I stand in my own way

    Reply
  8. Brianna Dale says

    January 15, 2012 at 1:40 pm

    I keep things I LOVE

    Reply
  9. Danielle Meek says

    January 15, 2012 at 1:39 pm

    How do you motivate yourself to declutter?
    I really just get to the point where I can’t stand the clutter anymore and I just push through until it’s gone!

    Reply
  10. Brianna Dale says

    January 15, 2012 at 1:39 pm

    I don’t get motivated until it piles up on me!

    Reply
  11. Brianna Dale says

    January 15, 2012 at 1:38 pm

    I have started using those cheap little rubbermaids and putting things I don’t use in them by category! IT’s a process but it works.

    Reply
  12. Danielle Meek says

    January 15, 2012 at 1:38 pm

    Who is the person (s) who cause clutter in your house?
    As much as I hate to admit it that would be me…

    Reply
  13. Danielle Meek says

    January 15, 2012 at 1:37 pm

    What is your favorite Decluttering Tip?
    If you haven’t used it in the past 6 months you don’t need it!

    Reply
  14. Brianna Dale says

    January 15, 2012 at 1:37 pm

    My husband and I are both extremely guilty of cluttering up the whole house!

    Reply
  15. Danielle Meek says

    January 15, 2012 at 1:37 pm

    What area of your home is your CLUTTER HOTSPOT? Why?
    Definitely the garage… I throw things out there with the whole out of sight out of mind philosophy.

    Reply
  16. Brianna Dale says

    January 15, 2012 at 1:37 pm

    My tip would just be to have a hub for bills/ cards/ etc. like an organizer!

    Reply
  17. Brianna Dale says

    January 15, 2012 at 1:36 pm

    My dining room table seems to really get trashed by all our stuff!

    Reply
  18. Jane says

    January 15, 2012 at 1:36 pm

    Hmmm, I didn’t count, especially since most of my clutter is paper and magazines, etc. I probably didn’t hit 365, but I am definitely over 150!

    Reply
  19. Danielle Meek says

    January 15, 2012 at 1:36 pm

    What’s your biggest decluttering Challenge in the past year?
    My biggest decluttering challenge would have to be cleaning out the garage… I spend all day cleaning it out then within 2 weeks it’s full of clutter again… It’s a horrible never ending cycle!

    Reply
  20. Brianna Dale says

    January 15, 2012 at 1:35 pm

    Biggest decluttering challenge is my “dressing room”. I started and never finished! Like you, life too over!

    Reply
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