Week 50–51: Bedroom & Kitchen Refresh — Pre-Holiday Edition 🎄
We’ve made it to the final stretch of the 52-Week Challenge! Can you believe it? Before we close out the year, we’re tackling two important spaces that deserve a little pre-holiday attention — the bedroom and the kitchen.
Now, I know this sounds ambitious, but hear me out — these two areas are worth it. We’re talking about better sleep, less chaos, and a smoother holiday season overall. A little focused effort now means fewer last-minute scrambles later.
🛏️ Bedroom: Clean Out Storage Spaces
If your closets or under-bed storage have become mysterious black holes, it’s time to shine some light in there. I’m currently using my under-bed storage boxes to hide Christmas gifts–sssshhhh!
- Pull everything out and sort quickly: keep, donate, or toss.
- If you haven’t worn it in a year (and it’s not formalwear or a favorite cozy sweater), it might be time to let it go.
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
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
Expert tip: Use slim, non-slip hangers to instantly double your closet space.
Once you’ve cleared the clutter, vacuum or mop the floors, especially under the bed. It’s amazing how much calmer a clean, dust-free room feels — and it helps with allergies, too.
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iRobot Roomba Vac Robot Vacuum (Q0120) – Easy to use, Power-Lifting Suction, Multi-Surface Cleaning, Smart Navigation Cleans in Neat Rows, Self-Charging, Alexa. Amazon creator ad link https://amzn.to/3EiNPvz
If you have guests staying over, this is the perfect time to make sure the guest bed has fresh sheets, a cozy throw blanket, and maybe a small basket with tissues, a phone charger, and bottled water. It’s those little touches that make people feel welcome.
🍽️ Kitchen: Clean & Organize Tupperware
Raise your hand if you’ve ever opened a cabinet and had plastic containers come tumbling out at you. (Just me?)
This week, let’s restore order to that chaos.
Match every container with its lid. Anything missing a partner goes in the donate or recycle pile.
I love these clear, stackable containers ! 26-piece set Amazon affiliate link: https://amzn.to/4qHcOvB It makes the whole pantry look and feel more put together. I suggest a piece of tape on bottom of container with expiration date. Remember that some foods expire two weeks after opening.
Expert tip: Nest containers by size and store lids vertically in a bin or basket. This keeps them from sliding all over the place.
A pan rack organizer keeps lids, skillets, and saucepans standing tall and easy to grab. No clattering towers or risky balancing acts required. Amazon affiliate link https://amzn.to/4lJIHBB The product image shows the handles upright but I have the handles facing down.
Wipe down the inside of cabinets or drawers while you’re at it — you’ll thank yourself later.
If you do a lot of cooking or baking during the holidays, this step will save you so much time when you’re storing leftovers or packing up food gifts.
✨ The Big Picture
Think of this as your Pre-Holiday Home Reset. When your bedroom and kitchen are calm, everything else just feels easier. You’ll sleep better, cook more efficiently, and start the new year with less clutter and more clarity.
We’ll wrap up next week with our final challenge — a Year-End Deep Clean to tie everything together and celebrate how far we’ve come. You’re almost there!
💬 How’s your progress?
Share your favorite organizing tip or what surprised you most during this week’s refresh. I’d love to hear how you’re feeling as we reach the home stretch!
xoxo, Dana
🪶 P.S. If you’ve enjoyed following along with my 52-Week Challenge, you’ll love my Cleaning Challenge Journal — available on Amazon!
