Fall Organizing

Writing this in early September, my weather is still warm.  Any day, however, fall weather will arrive. 

Once you know the fall weather will be sticking around, it's time to change over your clothes closet.  Here are a few guidelines:

1. White pants and shoes should be put away September 21st and not worn again until the following June.
2. Any spring/summer items you didn't wear this year, pack up and send them to charity.
3. Any spring/summer items damaged, stained, that don't fit or that you hate, throw in the trash or cut them up and put them in the composter.  (you might need to check with a composting site to find out what fabrics might not be biodegradable.)
4. Put swimsuits and shorts, etc. in a storage closet or box so they are out of the way.
5. Bring out your winter sweaters, long-sleeved items, pants, etc.  Anything you don't want to wear again, get rid of.  Otherwise, fold them neatly or hang them where they are easily accessible.

Once this task is done, set a date to go shopping.  Each season it is a good idea to add a few new items that fit with your lifestyle.