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Planning a space
Plan out what you would like in a new space with a few quick notes. Something like, “Twin size bed near window, 
desk on right, storage in front of the bed, shoe holder on back of door.” A few notes will help minimize clutter by choosing what you would like in the space. For more tips on creating a plan for a new space, check out here.
Removing clutter
Unpacking can sometimes lead to a lot of clutter even in a new space by bringing in old items. Reduce clutter by getting rid of anything that doesn’t fit a rough idea of what you would like a new space to look like. Boxes stacked full of old magazines might not fit well with new furniture for example. Moving into a new place is a great time to get rid of a few things that are adding up to a lot of clutter.
Space saving techniques
Organize items with space saving techniques like airplane folding and stacking. Roll clothing that is not on hangers to fit them more easily in a dresser. Lay items like blankets flat so they can be stacked to save space. Space bags can be helpful for comforters and blankets that are not used often. Bulky and less used items can be put in containers under a bed or in a closet for easier storage.
Use items with multiple functions
Sometimes saving space can be done by reducing how many items you have by replacing them ones with multiple uses. Bedding with build-in storage, a desk lamp with office supplies, a multi-color pen instead of five pens, or one multiple size measuring cup could save a lot of space!
Simplify the space
Reduce the total number of items and keep like items together in a room to keep things simple and less cluttered. Place similar items together in a way that is easy to remember helps make things easier to find. It is never fun trying to find something in a drawer with tons of random items. Keep up with clutter as it happens easily by making it easy not to clutter a space with a trash can, organized spaces, and a easy to manage room layout.
