The living room didn’t really have that much extra stuff. I knew it would be pretty easy, because we have gradually baby-proofed it over the last few months (i.e. – taking more and more stuff out of the room).
Here is what it looked like before:
I decided to get rid of the walker in the living room (Ain is no longer using it) and I moved the jogging stroller into the basement – weather is getting too cold. I also went through all my piano books – I have some to give to my sister. Finally, I took out the basket that was in the side table. It doesn’t really work in that place anymore. So, this is what is look like now:
If you have more going on in your living room/entryroom, here’s a handy list of decluttering things to do:
- Throw away any trash
- Remove obvious clutter from the furniture and floor
- Simplify what items you have on the furniture
- Straighten and put away shoes
- Sweep or mop floor
- Wash any mirrors and window
- Then, add any finishing touches and pops of color to the room!!
Tomorrow I’m going to tackle my magazine pile!
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