Basement Project

Well, we had a great weekend! Spring Cleaning month continues as we tackled our basement. The Basement was a complete disaster...with all the house projects we have completed upstairs, everything was being dumped in the basement. So with the help of my husband, we removed EVERY item and placed in categories: Keep, Trash, Relocate, and Donate. We also removed an old huge work bench that was taking up so much space and was a heaven for clutter. We got crafty and made a shelf for the window AC units, we grouped items in categories such as Kitchen, Christmas, Gift Wrapping/Craft/Decorations, and Laundry. The finished project is amazing and a huge relief. Initially, both my husband and I were thinking we would have to buy/make a few shelving units. But by using what we had, we were able to complete this project at no cost but our time and hard-work.

Unfortunately, that means next weekend we will be tackling the Shed, where some things were relocated from the basement. The plan for the shed is to reorganize and add more space by making a loft to hold items that aren't used as much such as camping gear, coolers, dog crates, and folding chairs, etc.

Any suggestions to reduce the clutter of paint cans? With us repainting each room, we have a whole shelf devoted to these supplies, and endless paint cans... Your thoughts are much appreciated!

Spring Cleaning Kick-Off

Now that the sun is shinning and the tulips are budding, I've started my spring cleaning. Excitement is in the air!

First, I started with the Master Closet by pulling out all cloths between my husband and I. 3 piles, donation, keep, and trash were made and I went to town. Things were donated that we no longer wear, don't fit right, etc. What a great feeling to get rid of all that clutter!

The next step was to go through things in the basement. Clutter has quickly accumulated there due to our endless house updates/projects. A call was placed to Salvation Army and they are picking up a truck full of stuff as we speak. What a great feeling to get rid of all the stuff we no longer use, and give to someone else in need.

And now the scrubbing begins. I started with the ceiling, sweeping away cobwebs, cleaning light fixtures and washing windows and walls. So nice to see the sun through freshly cleaned windows.

Will keep you posted on my progress this weekend.