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There’s no better time toorganize your homethan the beginning of a new year.

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This way, they’re ready to accommodate overflow items from other rooms in the home.

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Make three piles for each of those categories.

Reorganize any storage shelves or drawers by first discarding any old, never-used, or expired items.

The best way to tackle this area is to divide it into sections andbegin with your pantry.

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Take everything out and wipe clean all shelves, wash any storage containers, and mop the floor.

As with other spaces, declutter your kitchenware and onlyreorganize what you still useor want to keep.

Organized closet

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Bathroom with wood cabinets and white shiplap walls

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Jars with pantry staples on a shelf

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Kitchen with taupe cabinets

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