Challenge 2025 Week 29: Bedroom – Clean Under Bed & Closet

Hey friends!

We’re rolling into Week 29 of our 52-Week Cleaning, Organizing, and Decluttering Challenge, and this week we’re revisiting the bedroom—specifically, the hidden zones under the bed and inside that often chaotic closet. These spaces may be out of sight, but you know the saying… out of sight, out of mind—and sometimes, that’s exactly where the clutter hides!    

✔️ This Week’s Focus:

• Organize under the bed (storage bins, seasonal items, memory boxes, etc.)

• Vacuum and dust under the bed

• Declutter and organize your closet space

• Rotate or clean your mattress (if you haven’t lately!)

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🛏️ Let’s Start With Under the Bed

If you haven’t looked under your bed in a while, brace yourself. It might be a museum of dust bunnies, socks that lost their partners, or forgotten gift bags. 😄

Here’s my personal tip: Use clear under-bed storage bins with wheels so you can easily see what’s inside and move them around without heavy lifting. You can store off-season clothes, extra blankets, shoes, or even gift wrap supplies.

✨ Pro tip from the pros: Line the floor under your bed with a washable cotton rug before putting storage bins down. This helps protect your items from dust and makes cleaning a breeze—you just pull out the bins and throw the rug in the wash.

Amazon Find I Love:
This low-profile rolling underbed storage bin with a zippered dust cover is a game-changer. It’s breathable, sturdy, and keeps things neat and dust-free. (affiliate link) https://amzn.to/4jOonN4

Sterilite 4-Pack Latching Box, Under Bed Plastic Storage Bins w/Lids & Wheels, 56 Quart – Clear Organizer Container Totes for Bedroom or Closet. Amazon creator ad link https://amzn.to/3QZwmuz

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👚 Closet Chaos? Let’s Fix That

Closets can become catchalls so easily. Take 20 minutes to:

• Pull everything out.

• Quickly decide: keep, donate, or toss.

• Only put back what you love or use regularly.

I like to keep a small laundry basket in the closet marked “Donate” and add to it as I go. Once it’s full, out it goes!

Collapsible laundry basket. Amazon affiliate link https://amzn.to/4n0JaQi

✨ Small change, big impact: Matching slim velvet hangers make your closet feel like a boutique. They truly save space and keep clothes from slipping. A simple upgrade, but so satisfying. I also use wooden hangers especially for heavier items and the ones with clips for hanging pants and skirts.

Velvet Hangers 100 Pack – Non Slip Clothes Hanger Set – Space Saving Felt Hangers for Clothing. Amazon affiliate link
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Wooden clothes hangers. 50 regular hangers plus 10 with clips for hanging skirts and pants. These wooden hangers were given 5 stars! Amazon affiliate link https://amzn.to/4kYdpWR

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🌀 Don’t Forget the Mattress!

If it’s been six months since you last rotated or flipped your mattress (or longer 😬), now’s a great time. While you’re at it, sprinkle a little baking soda mixed with a drop or two of lavender essential oil, let it sit for 30 minutes, then vacuum it off. It freshens and deodorizes naturally!

Arm & Hammer Baking Soda Odor Absorber, Orange 14 oz, Pack of 12. Amazon creator ad link https://amzn.to/3RXTw5f

Lavender Essential Oil. Amazon affiliate link https://amzn.to/4e0gO4B

Mattress Lifter Wedge and Bed Maker Tool for Changing Sheets Alleviating Back Pain (1 Piece). Amazon creator ad link https://amzn.to/3GwemWH

Jimmy Mattress Vacuum Cleaner, with UV-C Light & Ultrasonic, 15Kpa Suction 500W Powerful Handheld Vacuums for Dust & Pet Hair with HEPA (BX5 Pro, Corded). Amazon creator ad link https://amzn.to/4jLneX8

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🌟 Motivation for the Week

Remember, repetition builds routine. The more often you do these small cleaning tasks, the more second-nature they become. What used to feel overwhelming turns into just another part of your day. It’s not about perfection—it’s about progress and peace of mind. 💛

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💬 Thank You, Friend!

Thanks again for following along with the challenge and for being such a wonderful support system. Your comments, messages, and shares truly keep me inspired. I’m grateful we’ve built this little corner of the internet together. 💕

Next weekly challenge sneak peek: Week 30: Kitchen – Clean & Organize Baking Supplies
Sort through baking items (flour, sugar, etc.).
Organize and clean baking pans and utensils.
Wipe down the pantry and organize ingredients.
Clean or organize the kitchen drawers.

Drop me a comment and let me know what you found under your bed—or what product makes your closet feel the most organized! 🧺

Until next week,
💛 Dana

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