How to Declutter Your Colorado Home Before the Seasons Change
Does your home feel heavier when the seasons change?
You're not imagining it. When winter boots are still out in April and summer gear is MIA in October, it’s not just clutter—it’s chaos.
In Colorado, the seasons don’t exactly show up on schedule. One day it’s 75 and sunny; the next, you’re digging out your snow scraper. That unpredictability? It can wreak havoc on your home systems.
Let’s fix that—without making it a full weekend project.
Why Seasonal Decluttering Matters More in Colorado
You don’t need four sets of everything crowding your closets. Colorado homes often become catch-alls for “just in case” gear: coats, boots, coolers, camping stuff, ski helmets... you name it. But if everything is accessible at once, nothing is truly accessible.
Instead of “decluttering everything,” we start with what’s no longer relevant for the season.
Step-by-Step: Seasonal Decluttering, Colorado Style
1. Pick One Zone, Not the Whole House
Start with a high-traffic area: the entryway, mudroom, garage, or a front closet. These zones tend to accumulate seasonal clutter first and fastest.
2. Sort by “This Season / Last Season / Someday”
Use three bins or piles:
This Season: Items in active use
Last Season: Ready to be stored
Someday/Maybe: Gear you haven’t touched in 12 months? Time to reevaluate.
3. Rotate, Don’t Just Rearrange
Pack away last season’s gear out of sight—under-bed bins, labeled garage tubs, or high shelves. Keep only what you’ll use in the next 2–3 months within easy reach.
4. Do a Quick Purge While You Rotate
Ask:
Did anyone outgrow this?
Is it broken, mismatched, or expired (hello, sunscreen)?
Would I buy this again today?
5. Label Like a Pro
Future you will thank you. Use clear bins and bold labels, or color-code by season (blue = winter, green = summer).
A Real Example: “The Seasonal Gear Monster”
One Boulder client (a mom of three) kept all the gear—ski stuff, camping supplies, soccer uniforms—in one garage corner. Every season change felt like chaos.
Together, we created labeled bins for each season, sorted by family member, and set a recurring quarterly “gear swap” day. Result? 20 minutes to shift seasons instead of 3 hours of rummaging.
☀️ Final Thoughts: Prep Now, Breathe Easier Later
The seasons are going to change—whether your house is ready or not. But when your space is set up to flex with the weather, life runs smoother. Fewer forgotten coats. Fewer duplicate sunscreen purchases. More calm.
Want help setting up a seasonal system that actually works for your family? I’d love to help.