Clear the clutter in Autumn

Take a look around, can you see so much that you cannot appreciate the things that you really like in your home?  Maybe it's time to clear the clutter before Autumn sets it.

There can be a mad rush leading up to Christmas and it's best to start domestic residential cleaning early.

• Don't let it get on top of you, that's the first rule, vow to tackle your clutter and cleaning.
• At first sight remove objects that do not appeal to you now.
• Have at least 3 boxes to hand; charity, keep and store, bin.

Remember charity really means what it says, look for items that don't fit anymore, are you going to get back to the size you once where?  What about children's clothes, do they no longer fit?  Then donate; your clutter could be someone elses treasure!

Keeping and storing items; you may realise that something doesn't suit your home right now but will do later.  If it's sentimental then make a keepsake box and store for the 'moment' when you want to embrace.   The bin bag speaks for itself and you can look at how much is being removed and start to enjoy your space again.

Hopefully this will give you some confidence to start this task.  A weeks time and you will be glad you did when Christmas 2011 approaches and you can enjoy your clean home.