20 Useless Things You Have At Home To Throw In Right Now.
Tired of wasting a lot of time putting away unnecessary stuff?
If so, that means it's time to sort out your things!
I know, I know, it's easier said than done ...
... but it's worth it especially to save space at home.
To help you, here is a list of 20 unnecessary things you can get rid of without regret. Look :
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1. Expired makeup
You do not know how long to keep old makeup products ? Easy ! Check out the guide here:
- Powder makeup (blush, bronzer, eye shadow): 2 years
- Blush & Cream Eyeshadow : 12 to 18 months
- Oil-free foundation : 1 year
- Compact foundation : 18 months
- Concealer & correctors : 12 to 18 months
- Lipsticks & lip pencils : 1 year
- Gloss : 18 to 24 months
- Pencil eyeliners : 2 years
- Gel or liquid eyeliners : 3 months
- Mascara : 3 months
To discover : The 13 Super Powers of Women Who Don't Wear Makeup.
2. Old clothes
Do you also keep plenty of old jeans that you no longer fit in, which are tidy at the back of your closet?
Me too, I did the same!
The problem is, if one day you can wear your old jeans again ... you won't want it anymore!
Why ? Quite simply because fashion will have changed, and you will surely want to buy a new style of jeans!
The solution ? Donate to an association, like Emmaüs, all the clothes that you no longer fit or that you have not worn for more than a year.
To discover : The Infallible Tip For Sorting Out Your Clothes.
3. Expired spices
Spices are one of those foods that we buy, use once or twice, and easily forget in a cupboard.
Of course, there are many foods that can be eaten - even outdated ones. Click here to discover them.
But not the spices, because they too have an expiration date!
You do not risk much by eating them but know that they will hardly taste any more.
So remember to check yours and throw away any that are no longer good.
To discover : Missing a Spice for a Recipe? Here's What To Replace It With.
4. Books already read
I love reading. And I'm talking about real tree paper books, not a Kindle type e-reader!
On the other hand, I try to keep only my favorite books, the ones I like to lend or reread from time to time.
For everyone else, I donate either in our neighborhood media library or in one of the many reading boxes.
To discover : The 10 Benefits of Reading: Why You Should Read Every Day.
5. Animal toys
Did you know that in France, the pet market exceeds 4 billion euros?
Normal! Whether it is cat or dog owners, the French love their pets.
For example, I never resist it. I am always buying new toys for my cat Boris.
Except that very often, Boris does not play with the toys that are offered to him!
In reality, his toys accumulate in a basket and collect dust in a corner of the living room ...
Throw away old pet toys that are broken, torn, or no longer working.
And if the toys are still in good condition, donate them to an animal shelter.
And of course, keep your pets' favorite toys!
To discover : The Cheap Or Free Toy Your Cat Will LOVE.
6. Nail polish
Nail polish falls into the same category as makeup.
But be aware that its lifespan is slightly longer: about 2 years.
Besides, here is an unstoppable trick to open nail polish when the cap is stuck.
7. Underwear
If it's punctured, discolored or, even worse, stained: it's straight TO THE BIN!
But that's obvious, isn't it?
To discover : 19 Great Tips For Staying Clean and NEVER Smelling Bad.
8. Old phones
Do you keep all your old cell phones tucked away in a closet?
So it's time to part with it!
And the same goes for your other obsolete electronic devices: Tamagotchi, Minitel, Mini-Disc player ...
Today, most specialty stores take back used devices when buying a new one.
You can even try selling your old devices on leboncoin.fr and earn some extra cash. Find out how to do it here.
But the easiest way is to bring your old electronic and electrical devices to a collection point near you by clicking here.
9. Children's toys
Having children also means dealing with a toy invasion in the home.
In addition, sometimes it hurts! Have you ever stepped on a LEGO in the middle of the night?
Do you have toys that your children no longer play with?
So if you do not plan to have other children, you might as well share them with the children who have them. really need...
Donate old toys that are no longer needed by contacting an association like Secours populaire.
For all the rest of the toys, namely those that are worn, broken or whose pieces are missing: let's go to the recycling center!
To discover : The Easy Way To Wash And Disinfect Your Children's Toys.
10. Household linen
Your old napkins can be cut into small rags, an ideal solution for DIY jobs.
You can also donate your old linens to an animal shelter.
Indeed, shelters use old towels and blankets to make their cages more comfortable, while waiting for the animals to find a new owner.
Check with animal shelters in your city or ask your vet if they don't need your old linens.
You can also drop off your linens in collection containers such as those at the Relais.
And foryour old sheets, here are 12 ways to reuse them.
11. Costume jewelry
Getting rid of costume jewelry is particularly difficult for my daughter and for me.
But believe my experience, just take a look in your jewelry box and you will quickly realize that you have a lot jewelry that you no longer wear.
If it’s been a while since you’ve worn a piece of jewelry, that means it’s time to part with it!
The best is therefore to offer them to girlfriends or their children.
If nobody wants it, it's off to the trash!
To discover : How I Get My Costume Jewelry That Is Darkening.
12. Decorative objects
Every year it's the same ... I go to the attic and bring down our box of Christmas decorations.
Except after that I barely use half of the items in the box - and that's still the same Christmas decorations.
Sort it out: throw away or give away the decorations you never use.
To discover : 35 Christmas Decorating Ideas That Will Bring Joy to Your Home.
13. Trinkets
As Grandmother said, "a place for everything and everything in its place".
However, we all have a catch-all drawer in which to throw trinkets and other worthless items that you don't know where to put.
Well, precisely: if you "store" an object in a brothel drawer, it certainly means that its place is in the trash!
Then, get rid of unnecessary trinkets from your tote drawer, and find a real storage place for the items you want to keep.
To discover : Finally, a Simple Tip For Organizing Your Interior Drawers.
14. Newspapers and magazines
My husband likes to keep big stacks of magazines and journals he has read in our bathroom.
Awesome ... Me, I find it really messy.
Instead, you can give away your old magazines and journals to a loved one or friend who would appreciate them.
Otherwise, simply put the magazines and magazines you no longer read in the trash to recycle the paper.
To discover : 25 Surprising Uses of Newsprint.
15. Gift bags
Let all those who keep gift bags to reuse them raise their finger!
Me too. But in reality, I rarely reuse these bags to give a gift.
Instead, I prefer to wrap the gifts myself and add a beautiful satin ribbon or some other personal touch to them.
Believe me, all those gift bags that date from your baptism will be much more useful if you put them in the recycling.
16. Receipts
Do you have lots of receipts piling up in the drawers and at the bottom of your purse?
If the return or exchange period on the receipt has been exceeded, recycle these little mess-makers.
Even better, most brands offer to send receipts by email.
Practical, because dematerialization saves you the problem of old receipts piling upand it avoids using paper for nothing ...
17. Hotel samples
After a trip, many people return home with a suitcase full of free samples.
It can be soap, shampoo, conditioner, moisturizer ...
The problem is that these samples are rarely used, even never.
Instead, take your hotel samples to an emergency shelter for the homeless.
This is the perfect place to donate!
18. Medicines
Do you have expired medications? Do not throw them in the trash, in the sink or in the toilet.
The best way to get rid of medicines (expired or not) is to bring back to the pharmacy.
In fact, you should know that in France, all pharmacies are obligated to collect unused medicines.
If in an emergency you cannot go to a pharmacy, here is the method recommended by the professionals.
At a minimum, try to mix the medicines in an inedible substance (kitty litter, coffee grounds, etc.).
Then, put everything in a plastic bag, to throw away with your household waste.
To discover : The Black List of 39 Dangerous Drugs FOR YOUR CHILDREN.
19. Foods from the freezer
The freezer is always handy for having food on hand with which to prepare a hot meal.
The problem is, you tend to forget all the stuff you put in the freezer.
Over time, poorly packaged foods dehydrate and can form cold burns, also called freezer burn.
So if you see that ice has formed on the food in your freezer, it's time to throw them away.
To discover : How long can you keep food in the freezer? The ESSENTIAL Practical Guide.
20. Items of sentimental value
I saved this point for last for a good reason ... it's super tough!
Parting with irreplaceable objects is a delicate task.
So here, the watchword is take your time and of proceed with caution.
Of course, I'm not suggesting that you throw away all your letters and photos at once.
But maybe by sorting it out quickly, you could start by getting rid of a few old birthday cards here and there.
Maybe you are more into photography?
Instead of keeping them in an old shoebox, try to find a cooler way to show them off to enjoy them.
For example, you can put your best photos in a homemade photo album, or just scan your photos and store them on your computer.
Your turn…
So, you've tested my list of 20 things you can get rid of WITHOUT regret? Tell me in the comments if it was effective. I look forward to hearing from you !
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