Summer Decluttering: How to Simplify Your Home and Breathe Again
Tired of the mess? Discover simple summer decluttering tips to refresh your home and breathe again without the overwhelm.
There’s something about summer…the warmth, the longer days, the wide-open windows…that makes us crave simplicity. It’s the season of lemonade on the porch and barefoot mornings in the garden. But when your home feels chaotic or overstuffed, it’s hard to fully enjoy those slower rhythms. That’s where summer decluttering comes in.
As homemakers, especially those of us pursuing a more old-fashioned or faith-filled life, the call to steward our homes well doesn’t take a summer vacation. In fact, summer is the perfect time to gently refresh our spaces and clear away the clutter that builds up during busier seasons.
Why Declutter in the Summer?
Unlike the deep-cleaning vibes of spring, summer decluttering is lighter. It’s not about tackling the entire garage in a weekend (unless you’re feeling brave!). It’s about noticing what’s no longer serving your home or your peace, and letting it go with grace.
- School’s out. It’s a great time to sort through homeschool or school supplies.
- Schedules slow down. Fewer activities mean more pockets of time to focus on your home.
- Seasonal shift. You can rotate out winter and spring items and store or donate what’s no longer needed.
5 Gentle Tips for Summer Decluttering
1. Start with the visible spaces. Clear off countertops, tabletops, and other open areas. The visual calm will give you instant peace and encourage you to keep going.
2. Work in 15-minute pockets. Set a timer and declutter one drawer, one shelf, or one small space at a time. This keeps things from getting overwhelming.
3. Create a donation basket. Keep it somewhere visible for the week. As you move through the house, drop things in you no longer use, love, or need. This only works if you aren’t tempted to take things back out…If so, use a black trash bag!
4. Think like a guest. Walk through your home as if you’re seeing it for the first time. What feels cluttered? What needs breathing room?
5. Ask yourself: “Would I pack this to take to a simpler life?” If not, maybe it doesn’t need to stay.
A Faith-Filled Perspective on Letting Go
Decluttering isn’t just about stuff—it’s about stewardship. Sometimes the things we hang onto are holding space that God wants to fill with something better: peace, purpose, or even rest. When we release the excess, we make room to better serve our families and focus on what truly matters.
“Lay aside every weight…and let us run with patience the race that is set before us.” — Hebrews 12:1
You don’t need a perfectly organized home. You just need one that supports the life God’s called you to live.
Keep It Simple, Friend
You don’t have to overhaul your home in a weekend. Start small. A drawer here. A basket there. Lighten your load and lean into the beauty of the season. Let this be your summer of less stuff and more peace.
You deserve to breathe again.
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