Session 7
Two bins
Keep two storage bins always accessible.
One Bin for Future Capsules
These are items that may not fit this season’s theme, but are otherwise fine, and might be great for a future capsule
This bin can also hold 1 or 2 pieces for a special event – like a wedding or funeral – that are necessary but better stored out of sight
One Bin for Seasonal Items
These are dramatically different pieces that you won’t need until the weather shifts
For example sandals, shorts, turtleneck
Keep your bins somewhere out of sight, like the basement, attic, or a room dedicated to storage.
Clear the clutter
Next, let’s get rid of the things you don’t need. Here are three great ways.
Give to Friends and Family
You can easily host a clothing swap between a small group of friends or at the next family gathering
Upcycle or Recycle
Take old clothes and turn them into dishrags, washrags, or pieces that can be used around the house
If you’re going to use a service to recycle your old clothes, just make sure to do your research first: it’s important to verify that your clothes are actually being recycled and not just thrown into a landfill
Donate or Sell
Find a local homeless shelter or nonprofit that will actively use the clothes to dress others rather than those that plan to “sell” them in a store
Send or sell your clothes to places like ThredUp and Poshmark
No matter which direction you decide to go, know that just being conscious of how you dispose of your clothes is a MAJOR step toward protecting our home.
Don’t worry about doing it perfectly, just try to do it sustainably.