Hey friends!
Let me be real for a second—I put off overhauling my daughter’s closet for way too long.
We’ve been blessed with hand-me-downs and gifts from family and friends, and since clothes are expensive (and kids grow like weeds), I’ve always saved larger sizes to use later.
But this past year? Life got chaotic. My usual systems slipped, and the closet was overflowing.
So, with my mom’s help, I finally dove in. Here’s how we tackled it and what made it manageable.
Step 1: Create a Sorting Space
- Brought in a folding table so we weren’t bending over the bed or sitting on the floor.
- Having a surface at the right height made the process so much easier on our backs.
Step 2: Sort by Size Categories
I separated everything into three piles:
- What fits now
- Next spring/summer
- Next winter and beyond
This approach worked because sizing is so inconsistent across brands, and in the past we had completely skipped over some sizes (ouch). Organizing “now, next season, and beyond” helped me feel confident that, unless she has a major growth spurt, I can guess where she’ll be by spring and summer. Anything further out, I’ll just reevaluate next year.
Step 3: Store What’s Not Needed Yet
- Used large storage bags and rolled clothes to maximize space.
- Labeled each bag with the year + season (so no guessing later).
Step 4: Donate, Consign, or Keep for Memories
- Too-small clothes were either:
- Donated
- Consigned
- Or kept (just a few!) as memorabilia
Step 5: Organize What Fits Now
Her current wardrobe went into three drawers:
- Tops (short sleeve + long sleeve separated)
- Bottoms (pants + shorts separated)
- Dresses & sweatshirts
👉 I’ve used adjustable drawer dividers since she was born—simple, practical, and they make things easier for both of us.
Step 6: Shoes
- We pulled out pairs we knew wouldn’t fit anymore.
- Made a “try-on” pile for the maybes.
Step 7: Wrap It Up
The whole project took us about two hours, and honestly, it feels so good to know exactly what she needs for the next season instead of just guessing (or overbuying). My advice? Block off a chunk of time and knock it out in one go—it’s way easier than dragging it out. And keep water nearby because wow…closet dust is no joke!
Final Thoughts
This project reminded me: sometimes the hardest part is just getting started.
Now, her closet is simplified, and I feel lighter knowing exactly what we have (and what we don’t).
If you’ve been putting off a closet project—whether for your kids or yourself—you don’t have to do it alone.
Reach out, and we can tackle it together.
💛
Nicole
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