Spring Organizing Checklist
The weather is warming up and that has me wanting to clean, declutter, and organize my home. To make things easier and maybe even fun, use our spring organizing checklist. Work your way down each item and watch your home take shape.
How to Organize by the season so you can create a home that is less cluttered and easy to keep that way.
Why is Spring a Good Time to Organize?
Spring feels like a fresh start. The warmer weather, longer days, and fresher air can’t help but put you in a better mood—perfect for tackling all that clutter winter left behind.
During the colder months, we tend to stash things away and forget about them.
Spring gives you the chance to sort through it all, creating a lighter, more open space.
Organizing isn’t just about your space—it can clear your mind, too. There’s something energizing about making room for fresh ideas and possibilities.
A little effort can go a long way in refreshing both your home and your outlook. Set a goal to tackle each area and give everything a well-deserved spring reset.
Spring Organizing Checklist
This list of helpful organizers is meant for spring, so we are going to focus on the rooms that get the most traffic this time of year.
The Kitchen
The kitchen is the heart of your home, but it can quickly become a magnet for clutter. From overflowing cabinets to messy counters, it’s easy to be faced with a hot mess. Look at each area individually to find a good solution to keep things in their place.
- Plan: Start with your pantry, fridge, and cabinets. Toss expired food and items you never use. Wipe down shelves and restock with purpose.
- Clutter Solution: Keep only everyday gadgets on the countertop—store the rest in cabinets or drawers. Use small trays to group items like cooking oils or coffee essentials to avoid scattered messes.
- Best Containers: Clear bins for your pantry, labeled jars for dry goods, and tiered shelf organizers to maximize space.
- Pro Tip: Sort your pantry by categories (baking, snacks, spices) to make finding things easier and keep surfaces clean by returning items to their designated bins.
Organizers for a Pantry
- Stadium risers are a great way to organize deep pantries. They will ensure you can see all the cans, even the ones in the very back.
- Lazy Susans are perfect for corners and hard-to-see areas. Use them for canned goods, boxed foods, or spices.
- Two-tiered lazy Susans are great if you are short on space.
- Jute baskets are my go-to organizer in most of my home but, most importantly, in my pantry. They are super durable and look great as well.
More Kitchen Pantry Resources:
- How to Organize a Wire Rack Pantry
- Find Space in a Tiny Pantry
- My Top Tip for Organizing a Family Pantry
Bedroom
Your bedroom should be a calm retreat, a place where you can relax and recharge. Cluttered closets and messy surfaces? Not exactly peaceful. Keep the top of your nightstand and dresser free of clutter and this can really help to transform the look of your room.
- Plan: Start with your closet. Donate clothes you no longer wear, and tidy up your dresser drawers. Then, move on to nightstands.
- Clutter Solution: Keep only must-haves in reach—like a lamp, alarm clock, and a book or two. Store seasonal bedding in under-bed storage.
- Best Containers: Drawer dividers for clothing, vacuum-sealed bags for out-of-use linens, and small decorative trays for jewelry or bedside essentials.
- Pro Tip: Create a habit of folding and putting away clothes immediately rather than letting them pile up on chairs or dressers.
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The Laundry Room
Laundry is a never-ending task, but it doesn’t have to be a cluttered one. With some strategic storage and organization techniques, your laundry room can become an efficient space that you don’t mind spending time in.
- Plan: Begin by clearing off shelves and counters in the laundry room. Toss cleaning supplies you don’t use and sort out stray items so family members can reclaim what’s theirs.
- Clutter Solution: Use your wall space by installing shelving or hang an organizer on your door. Use these spaces for detergents, stain removers, and other frequently used items. Install clothes drying rack that folds away to save space.
- Best Containers: Clear plastic bins for storing smaller items like fabric softener sheets and dryer balls. Laundry hampers or baskets to keep dirty clothes off the floor.
- Pro Tip: Use labels for all containers and shelves to easily identify where everything belongs, making it easier to put things away after use.
Washer/dryer area
- Use plastic washtubs to hold fabric softener sheets or wool dryer balls.
- Tin containers are great for laundry pods
- Drip catchers keep messes away when using detergent bottles.
- A plastic jute basket can be sued to toss random items found in pockets.
- Magnetic organizers stick perfectly to the washer and dryer to hold coins or clothespins.
- Magnetic lint bins are a prettier way to toss lint. This is great, especially if you reuse your dryer lint for home projects.
- I love this magnetic hanger organizer. What a great way to hold hangers in a laundry room.
- A full shelving system is great for giving you instant storage. Use to hold baskets, detergent, hangers, and fabric softener sheets.
- A smaller shelving system will work if you are short on space but still want the shelves.
- A small space cart is great for in-between appliances. You can use this to hold paper towels, stain remover, and even additional cleaners.
Bathroom
The bathroom is one of the hardest-working rooms in your home. With all the toiletries, skincare, and supplies, it’s easy for things to turn into a hot mess overnight. The good news is a quick spring refresh can get you back on track and make mornings smoother.
- Plan: Empty your cabinets and drawers, tossing expired makeup, old toothbrushes, and items you no longer use or need. Add anything that needs replenishing to your shopping list.
- Clutter Solution: Use containers to group products by type—haircare, skincare, first aid—so nothing gets lost. Mount a toothbrush holder on the wall, a lazy Susan on the counter, and drawer dividers in the drawers.
- Best Containers: Stackable acrylic bins, over-the-door organizers, and drawer trays can help you to create more space in a small area.
- Pro Tip: Pro Tip: Restock the bathroom at the start of each month and replace personal items like toothbrushes and razors with fresh ones.
The Entryway or Mudroom
While the entryway or mudroom may not be a traditional “room” in your home, it’s often the first place you and your family drop everything. Jackets, shoes, book bags, keys can quickly turn this space into a clutter magnet.
- Plan: Look at the layout of your area and set it up to be efficient for everyone in the family to use. Have a designated space for each family member so they know where to put their shoes, coats, and other items.
- Clutter Solution: Use hooks for jackets and bags, a shoe rack or tray for shoes, and a catch-all basket for keys and wallets. If you have younger children, invest in a cubby style setup.
- Best Containers: Wall-mounted hanging organizers are great for storing smaller items like gloves, hats, and scarves. Baskets or bins can also be placed in the entryway for additional storage. A bench with a basket underneath works great for holding shoes, hats, and gloves.
- Pro Tip: Set up a family command center in your mudroom to help keep your family and home on track. A wall calendar, bins for incoming and outgoing mail, an organizer to hold everyone’s keys can really make a big difference in a home.
Organizing Options
- This mudroom bench organizer is great because it has a shelf, hooks, a bench, and cubbies.
- This farmhouse-style bench is a smaller option if you are short on space.
- This storage setup is great, as there is tons of room for shoes.
- And finally, a separate set up allows you more freedom with space and location.
- Command hooks are great for coats and hats. If you have young children, be sure to have the hooks lower to their level as they grow you can easily remove these hooks and raise them up.
- Heavy-duty hooks are better for older kids so they can handle the weight of a backpack full of books.
- Umbrella holders work great to hold baseball bats, hockey sticks, or other long equipment.
- If you have the room, an all-in-one sports organizer is an easy way to keep things put away.
D/M Pro Tip: Hang a picture frame and put post-it note reminders for your family to see before they head out the door. Color code the sticky notes so your family knows which notes are for them.
Home Office
Your home office should be your productivity HQ—but how are you supposed to stay focused when your work area is buried under clutter? If stacks of paper and a tangled mess of cords are taking over, it’s time for a refresh.
- Plan: Start by clearing everything off your desk. File the important papers, shred the junk, and move anything non-work-related back to where it belongs. While you’re at it, tackle those drawers, and sort through all the cords and chargers.
- Clutter Solution: Keep wires from taking over by setting up a simple cable management system with clips or cord boxes. Instead of letting papers pile up, use a vertical file organizer to give them a proper home. Finally, have a place to put bills and receipts so the important items do not get lost.
- Best Containers: Desk organizers are lifesavers for small supplies, labeled file folders keep documents in a specific space, and cable sleeves or ties make those messy cords disappear.
- Pro Tip: Try the clear-desk rule! At the end of every day, leave just your computer, a notepad, and a pen on your desk. Everything else should be tucked away to give you a fresh, clutter-free start each morning.
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Vehicles
An area that often gets overlooked is our cars. Keeping it clean and organized can make a world of difference, especially for those long commutes, a long day of errands, or road trips.
- Plan: Start by taking everything out of your car and sorting items into categories: trash, items to keep in the car (like emergency supplies), and things that need to be taken back inside the house.
- Clutter Solution: Use a small hanging organizer on the back of seat to hold essentials like tissues, hand sanitizer, and snacks. A trunk organizer is great for storing groceries or sports equipment. Keep a small bag or bin in the trunk specifically for trash, so it doesn’t end up scattered throughout the car.
- Best Containers: Get a car trunk organizer that fits your space without taking over. Use it to secure grocery bags, manage clutter, or store items until they can be brought inside. Backseat mesh pockets or pouches are also perfect for organizing smaller essentials.
- Pro Tip: Always grab something when you leave your car. Bringing items inside makes it easier to sort and put things away—and keeps your car from becoming a hot mess.
Car Organizers
- Use this zipper bag to hold misc chargers you may need on road trips.
- Have a first aid kit for any minor emergencies.
- Visor organizer for misc items you routinely use when you travel.
- Use this seat organizer to hold toys and books for younger children.
- This portable desk is great for older children to read and work on schoolwork.
- Back seat organizers are great for any age passengers.
- Pet travel organizers are great for holding cleanup supplies, a bowl for water, and a few toys.
- I love this foldaway snack tray; great for road trips and sports practices.
- A handbag/car supply organizer works great for keeping your entire car clean.
- A cup holder with a storage bin will give you more space.
- Car seat gap organizers work great to give more space in your vehicle.
- Car seat hooks are great for holding totes, purses, and bags.
- This side seat organizer can give you more space in your car.
- This trunk storage bin works great for holding grocery bags and keeping them from spilling on the ride home.
- This is a great trunk organizer for travel or families with busy kids.
Garage
This space is often a catch-all for storage and can easily become cluttered and disorganized. But with some planning, you can turn your garage into an organized space that makes finding what you need easier.
- Plan: Before tackling the clutter in your garage, create zones based on what items are currently being stored there. For example, have a zone for car maintenance, yard and gardening tools, sports equipment, and storage.
- Clutter Solution: Invest in shelves or cabinets to keep items off the floor and out of sight. Use clear bins to store smaller items like screws and nails, so they’re easy to find when needed. Hang bikes on wall hooks or install a bike rack to free up floor space.
- Best Containers: Heavy-duty plastic shelves or metal cabinets can withstand the elements and keep items organized. Clear bins allow you to see what’s inside without having to open them all up. Magnetic strips are also great for organizing small metal tools like wrenches and screwdrivers.
- Pro Tip: Use labels on bins, shelves, and cabinets to help you easily identify where things go and maintain order in your garage.
Organizers for the garage
- A wall system is a great way to organize hand tools.
- A free-standing storage system is good if you are short on wall space.
- A wall pegboard is great for all kinds of small toys.
- This all-in-one organizer is good for the entire family’s toys.
- You can use this toy cart organizer for an easier setup.
- If you are short on space, this toy wall system is a great option.
More Garage Resources:
Garden Shed
Your garden shed might be packed with tools, pots, and supplies, but without a system, it can easily turn into a cluttered jungle.
- Plan: Start by emptying out the shed and creating piles of similar items—think tools, pots, soil, and seeds. This will help you figure out what kind of storage you’ll need to keep everything in its place.
- Clutter Solution: Make the most of vertical space with pegboards where you can hang tools and gardening gear. Add shelves or cabinets to store pots and bulky items like soil bags. Don’t forget hooks for hanging hoses and watering cans.
- Best Containers: Stackable plastic bins are perfect for organizing smaller items like seeds, gloves, and twine. Use larger containers for things like potting soil or fertilizer. A rolling storage cart is a game-changer for keeping frequently used items within easy reach.
- Pro Tip: Add a workbench or small table to your shed for gardening tasks like potting plants or quick DIY projects. Keep things neat with a small basket or tray for tools and supplies you use most often.
Organizers for a Garden Shed
- Use hooks to hold large hand tools such as rakes and shovels.
- A cleaning caddy is an affordable way to hold hand tools for the garden.
- Shelves are great for flower pots and soil.
- A locked cabinet for insecticide or fertilizers.
- A hanging organizer for hoses and spray nozzles.
- Standing tool organizer for rakes and other garden tools.
Starting spring with a refreshed, clutter-free home is a great way to set the tone for the season. Take it one step at a time—because those small steps can lead to big transformations. And having a spring organizing checklist can be the game changer you’ve been needing to help you stay on track.
