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September 2024

by Maria Gracia Published on October 1, 2024 My NEW October Organizing Checklist provides an organizing TO DO for every day of the month… Join our newsletter to be notified when new content is added to our website. PRINTABLE ORGANIZING CHECKLIST: Click here for PDF Printable Organizing Checklist Click here for Basic Text Organizing Checklist __ Oct 1 Sort through your kitchen pantry. Check expiration dates on spices and canned goods. Donate or discard what you won’t use. __ Oct 2 Rosh Hashanah Begins: Take some time to reflect and set intentions. Consider spending 15 minutes thinking about how you can simplify and declutter your life, focusing on what matters most. Use this day of rest to start fresh in your mind and heart without doing any physical work. __ Oct 3 Browse through your jackets and coats. Donate ones you haven’t worn in two years or that no longer fit your style. __ Oct 4 Create a fall-themed welcome station by the front door: Add an umbrella stand and a small tray for keys and mail. __ Oct 5 Sweep your front porch or entryway: Add a fun fall wreath  or door decoration to welcome the season. __ Oct 6 Declutter your coffee or tea station: Refill jars, clean out mugs, and organize your supplies for cozy fall mornings. __ Oct 7 Plan your holiday baking:  Make a list of recipes you want to try, and jot down any ingredients you’ll need to stock up on. Are you stocked up on cookie sheets? __ Oct 8 Set a 15-minute timer and declutter your closet floor.  Toss old shoes, worn-out slippers, or that pile of laundry you’ve been ignoring. __ Oct 9 Tackle the junk drawer. Sort through it and create a designated spot for odds and ends like batteries, keys, or small tools. __ Oct 10 World Mental Health Day:  Declutter a small space, like a nightstand or a bathroom counter. Physical clutter can contribute to mental stress, so a quick organizing task can bring a sense of calm and control. __ Oct 11 Rearrange your living room furniture to create a cozy fall atmosphere: Add seasonal throw blankets and pillows. __ Oct 12 Yom Kippur: Jot down your goals and to-dos for the upcoming month. __ Oct 13 Columbus Day/Indigenous People’s Day: Declutter your entryway or mudroom in honor of this day of exploration and history. Sort through shoes, coats, and bags to keep the space functional. A clean entryway is the perfect way to ensure a smooth and welcoming return home every day. __ Oct 14 Clean your front windows inside and out: Then add a few fall window clings or decorations to brighten the view. __ Oct 15 Sweetest Day: Create a special spot for gifts, wrapping paper, and cards for upcoming holidays or birthdays. Being prepared in advance helps make gift-giving less stressful and more enjoyable. __ Oct 16 Dust off your bookshelf or reading nook. Rotate a few books and add an autumn candle or small pumpkin for a cozy vibe. __ Oct 17 Plan a 15-minute fall break today: Take a quick walk and enjoy the autumn air, or sip tea by the window to recharge. __ Oct 18 Declutter your bathroom counter. Store away items you don’t use every day and wipe down all surfaces. __ Oct 19 Check your smoke detectors.  Test them to ensure they’re working and replace batteries if needed. __ Oct 20 Reorganize your fall wardrobe. Fold sweaters neatly and move lighter clothing to the back of your closet. __ Oct 21 Prep for holiday cards. If you send them, make a list of recipients and double-check addresses now. __ Oct 22 Clean your doormats. Give them a shake or vacuum, and replace them if they’re looking worn. __ Oct 23 Sort through your pet supplies. Toss broken toys and organize their leashes, collars, and grooming tools. __ Oct 24 Clear out your fridge’s condiment shelf. Toss old jars, wipe down the shelf, and make room for holiday food prep. __ Oct 25 Review your planner or calendar. Set aside some quiet time to make sure your plans for the next month are organized. __ Oct 26 Create a cozy space for chilly evenings. Set out extra blankets, light some candles, and grab your favorite fall book. __ Oct 27 Declutter your car’s glove compartment. Sort out outdated papers. While you’re at it, make sure your registration and insurance are easily accessible. __ Oct 28 Set a small fall-themed table centerpiece: Include pumpkins, candles, or leaves. __ Oct 29 Wipe down door handles and light switches in your home: High-touch areas are easily overlooked during regular cleaning! __ Oct 30 Check your houseplants.  Rotate them to ensure they get enough light as the days get shorter, and wipe down dusty leaves. __ Oct 31 Halloween: After trick-or- treating, sweep your front porch and put away candy/treat bowls. A little post-Halloween organizing will set you up for a fresh November start. Back to Monthly Organizing Checklists Index