Want to build camaraderie in your apartment complex or subdivision? Encourage your neighbors to collect gently used items while spring cleaning and donate them to ClothingDonations.org as a neighborhood. Then, host a cookout or pizza party to celebrate. It’s a great way to give back to your community and veterans while also getting to know your neighbors!
Tag: spring cleaning
Make Way for Your Spring Wardrobe!
After long, cold winter months, it’s easy to tear into your shorts and T-shirts at the first sign of spring. But, before you pack away those thick coats and sweaters, and exchange your boots for flats and flip-flops, stop. Spring days, and even summer evenings, can be chilly so you want to avoid packing away all of your sweatshirts and cardigans too soon.
So, how do you manage a closet that basically has four seasons of outfits in it? First, you need to determine what you wear and what you don’t. How long has it been since you wore that sweater? What about the fashion scarves that haven’t been outside of your closet in a while? Do you really need four winter coats, or is there one you don’t wear anymore?
The first rule of helping your different seasonal items coexist in your closet is to ask yourself these questions. If an article of clothing doesn’t fit, or you haven’t worn it in months (or years!), then it’s time to get rid of it in order to make room for clothes you actually wear. Better yet, if these items of clothing are in good shape, don’t throw them away. Donate them to ClothingDonations.org! Visit our website to schedule a donation pickup time. Then, put your clothes in a bag or box marked “for donation, ” and place the bag by your mailbox. We’ll drive by to pick it up for you!
Have you already donated clothes from your closet but are still struggling to find space? Look for alternative storage ideas! We suggest looking for storage options that fit under your bed. Thin, Rubbermaid containers for sweaters or shoe organizers that can fit in small spaces are great for making your closet feel less cramped, while also keeping your belongings organized and out of sight.
Don’t forget to DIY!
Do-it-yourself activities are perfect for creating more organization/storage solutions for your home. It could be as simple as folding and rolling your shirts to make more room in your dresser, or it could be installing a shelf above your bedroom door to increase your storage options. Get creative!
Care Packages Appreciated
Have you already made a clothing donation, but you’re still looking for ways to help our veterans? Think about putting together a care package or letter to send to our troops overseas. You can also volunteer at local veterans associations, organizations or hospitals. Contact us if you need help finding volunteer opportunities near you!
Game on!
The warmer weather brings us a new season of sports. If your child plays softball, baseball, soccer, or track and field, they may be leaving sporting equipment in your car or in various corners of your garage. Make sure your kids are putting their equipment in the designated spot you’ve created for them so you stay organized!