Cassandra Aarssen's Blog, page 17

DIY Pumpkin Spice Hack you NEED to Try

📣Where are my PSL girls? These 2 tips are MADE for you!

TIP #1: The recipe to make your own pumpkin spice mix to add to your coffee, iced coffee, muffins, cakes – wherever your lil’ pumpkin spice ♥️desires!

Pumpkin Spice Mix
4 Tablespoons Cinnamon
2 Tablespoons Ginger
1 Tablespoon Cloves
1/2 Tablespoon Nutmeg

TIP #2: Turning a real pumpkin into a DIY air freshener? 🎃✨

Just rub the lid with pumpkin spice, light your tealight and your home will smell like fall exploded… in the best way possible! 🍂🍁

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How to Make Fall Centrepiece – Dollar Store Decor

It started with a sneeze 🤧
Using empty tissue boxes and turning them into a stunning Fall centerpiece! 🍂✨

Here’s how:
Cut the top off the box, add dry floral foam. Wrap the box with ribbon, or decorative duct tape, washi tape or whatever matches your decor.

Next start adding your favorite autumn floral touches until you’re happy.

Set on your table and enjoy the fact that no one will ever guess your chic Fall decor came from a tissue box! 🤧🌻

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Declutter your office with me – Day 21 – 30 Day Declutter Challenge

Declutter your office, paper and desk with me! Let’s get a clutter-free workspace together! Set your timer for 5 minutes and declutter with me!

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Declutter your DRESSER fast!

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Declutter you Kitchen Cabinets FAST – Day 20 – 30 Day Declutter Challenge

Let’s Declutter your Kitchen Cabinets SUPER DUPER FAST! I’ll show you a cool method for identifying kitchen clutter in seconds and you can declutter your kitchen along with me! Set your timer for 5 minutes and let’s find 5 things to go!

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Cluttered Kitchen? Say Good-Bye to Serving Dishes – Day 19 – 30 Day Declutter Challenge

It’s Day 19 and we are STILL decluttering our kitchens! Today is a bit different because we are focusing on those “just in case” serving dishes. Trays, platters, casserole dishes, punch bowls (why the heck do you have a punch bowl?). Feel free to also declutter your fondue set if you never use it 😉

Set your timer for 5 minutes and declutter 5 items with me!

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Declutter in the Kitchen with me – Day 18 – 30 Day Declutter Challenge

It’s Day 18 and today we are decluttering more from our kitchen! We are letting go of those random kitchen gadgets that are just taking up space and never being used (I’m looking at you melon baller).
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Quick and Easy Kitchen Decluttering: 3 Simple Methods That Work!

Decluttering your kitchen is the perfect place to start if you only have a few minutes. 

Why? Because a clutter-free kitchen can make such a huge difference in your day! 

Recently, I sat down with my besties, Dawn from The Minimal Mom and Dana from A Slob Comes Clean, to talk about three super quick ways to declutter your kitchen.  Let’s jump into the key takeaways and tips we shared! 

Why Decluttering the Kitchen is a Game Changer

For me, the kitchen is the most important space to keep decluttered. When it’s messy, it stresses me out. There were days when I’d wake up to a sink full of dirty dishes and cluttered counters, and it made me want to crawl back into bed! But with a tidy kitchen, I feel so much happier and more in control of my day.

Plus, it saves time! We’re in and out of the kitchen all day for meals and snacks, so not having to clear away clutter just to cook is a game changer. And when my kitchen’s clean, I’m more likely to cook healthier meals instead of just grabbing takeout.

The bottom line:  A decluttered kitchen lowers stress, saves time, and helps you eat healthier.

Method 1: Start with Hidden Spaces

This might sound counterintuitive, but when I declutter my kitchen, I actually start with the hidden spaces—like inside cabinets and drawers—before tackling the stuff on the counters. Why? Because it clears out space to store the items I actually use every day. 

When you declutter hidden areas, it frees up room for all the things that are cluttering your counters right now, and the best part? This method makes a lasting change since those items hidden away aren’t likely to reappear anytime soon!

Takeaway: Declutter hidden spaces first to make room for everyday items and keep your kitchen clutter-free for longer.

Method 2: Focus on the Visible Stuff First

On the flip side, Dawn likes to start with what’s most visible, like the countertops or dishes. And honestly, this method is super motivating! Seeing that quick progress is really energizing. For many of us, it starts with the dishes. If your sink is full, it can feel like you’ve done nothing even if other areas are tidy.

Here’s a fun tip: There’s something Dana calls  “dishes math”—once you catch up on dishes, it only takes about 10-15 minutes a day to keep up with them. So, by staying on top of dishes, you can keep your kitchen looking clean and continue decluttering without losing momentum.

Takeaway: Start with what’s most visible (like those dishes!) to stay motivated and keep things moving.

Method 3: Declutter for Your Current Season of Life

This one’s Dana’s  personal favorite (and mine too) and that’s the idea that your kitchen should work for you *right now*, in this season of life. That means letting go of things you’re not using anymore, like baby spoons if your kids are older. Simplifying your kitchen means that you make sure that everything you keep is  serving your family as you are today, not the fantasy version of us.

Ask yourself, “Is this item serving my current life?” If the answer is no, it’s time to let it go. And for those sentimental items, I recommend putting them in a memory box, so you still have the memories without cluttering up your kitchen drawers.

Takeaway: Declutter your kitchen with your current needs in mind—don’t hold onto things for your “fantasy self.”

Ditch the “Just in Case” Mindset

We’ve all done it—kept something “just in case” we need it someday. But most of the time, those items just sit around collecting dust. If you haven’t used something in a long time, chances are you won’t need it. Be honest with yourself about whether or not it’s truly necessary.

For example, I don’t hold onto items like baby spoons anymore because they don’t fit into my life right now. If something does hold sentimental value, but you don’t use it, store it away in a memory box instead of letting it take up space in your kitchen.

Takeaway: Let go of “just in case” items to clear space for what you actually use.

Kitchen Declutter Wrap Up: Try What Works for You

The great thing about decluttering is that there’s no one “right” way to do it. Whether you start with hidden spaces, focus on what’s visible, or declutter based on your current life, the most important thing is finding what works best for you. Test out these tips and see which one clicks!

By taking just a few minutes to declutter your kitchen, you’ll reduce stress, save time, and create a space that’s not only functional but also peaceful and inspiring. 

Happy decluttering!

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3 AMAZING Decluttering Methods & Where to Get Started!

If you want to declutter like a pro, I’m sharing three different decluttering methods and the best space to start decluttering first! If you want more decluttering support, join our Take Your House Back Team Now: https://www.takeyourhouseback.com/courses/take-your-house-back?ref=5bbd37

Watch Dawn’s Clothing Declutter Video Here: https://youtu.be/C0iuturmV7Q

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How to Declutter Food Storage Containers – Day 17 – 30 Day Declutter Challenge

Let’s Declutter your kitchen together! Today we are letting go of extra and mismatched food storage containers! Set your timer for 5 minutes and let’s find 5 things to go!

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