The January Reset: 5 Spaces to Declutter First in the New Year

South Coast Organizers
3 days ago
2 min read

If “get organized” is on your 2026 resolutions list (again 😅), you’re in good company.

January brings that irresistible urge to hit reset. Closets get cleaned, cabinets get sorted… or at least added to the to-do list. But let’s be honest—when every room feels overwhelming, knowing where to start is half the battle.

As a professional organizer serving Baton Rouge, Prairieville, and surrounding areas, I always recommend starting with the 5 spaces that create the most stress (and the biggest wins) when they’re working well.

And the best part? These zones are small enough to tackle, but impactful enough to build serious momentum.

1. The Kitchen Catch-All Zone

You know the one: it’s part junk drawer, part mail pile, part mystery-lid graveyard. When this area is cluttered, everything—from meal planning to school mornings—feels harder than it should.

🎯 Start Here:

Toss expired coupons, old pens, and broken gadgets
Add a simple drawer organizer (like this one I use for 90% of client kitchens)
Give every item a designated “home”

2. Bathroom Drawers & Cabinets

Because nothing says “chaotic energy” like expired meds and empty shampoo bottles staring at you at 6am.

🎯 Start Here:

Toss expired products, sample packs, and anything you haven’t used in 6 months
Use small bins or clear drawer trays to group like items
Label if needed (especially if sharing a space with family)

3. Bedroom Nightstands

This space sets the tone for your day—and your rest. If it's covered in receipts, chargers, and half-read books, your brain can’t fully wind down.

🎯 Start Here:

Keep only what you use daily: book, charger, hand cream
Use a small tray to corral items and reduce visual clutter
Move anything that belongs elsewhere (like receipts or kids’ toys) to their rightful homes

4. The Entryway or “Drop Zone”

This is the first space you see when you walk in—and the first one your guests do too. Clutter here = instant overwhelm.

🎯 Start Here:

Remove shoes, bags, and mail that don’t belong
Use hooks or baskets for daily use items (keys, sunglasses, backpacks)
Add a catch-all tray or drawer organizer for smaller items

5. Holiday Decor Storage

If your Christmas bins are still sitting in the hallway… this is your sign.January is the best time to streamline how you store your seasonal décor so next year isn’t a headache.

🎯 Start Here:

Toss broken lights, crushed bows, and décor you didn’t even use
Group by room or style and label clearly (e.g., “Kitchen Decor,” “Rustic Tree Ornaments”)
Store everything in one spot if possible—garage, attic, or closet These waterproof storage bins are my go-to for seasonal storage that lasts.

Overwhelmed? We Can Help.

You don’t have to DIY your whole house alone.

At South Coast Organizers, we offer full-service home organizing, decluttering, and move support in Baton Rouge, Ascension Parish, and surrounding areas. Whether you want to finally tackle your kitchen or get systems in place for your whole home, we’ll make the process simple, sustainable, and stress-free.

📅 Now booking for January + February🎯 Click here to request a consultation → socoorganizers.com/contact

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