Do It On A Dime

I Tried “Swedish Death Cleaning” (and it worked!)

by Filed Under: Cleaning, Organization

Hey, guys! In today’s video, I took a big step and helped Charlie tackle his closet. I cleaned and organized the space (not something high on his priority list), and I uncovered lots of things that I just failed to deal with for years. I’ve been reading a lot about Swedish Death Cleaning and many of the goals really resonated with me, and I hope they help you think about decluttering in a new way. Enjoy!

The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning Book

More about Swedish Death Cleaning

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  1. 1
    Linda says:
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    Love your videos of crafts and decluttering. You are funny and real. Thank you for being entertaining too!

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      doitonadime says:
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      Thank you for your kind comment and for watching my videos! 🙂

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    Wanda says:
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    Thank you for your thoughtful videos. I just recently found you and have been catching up.
    I appreciate your insights into organizing.
    My husband passed away several years ago and I ended up homeless. But now that I am starting over I find myself needing very little but sometimes I purchase things that I don’t really have a use for. You are helping me realize that these things will not make me happy and I need to trust in God for my needs.
    Thank you

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      doitonadime says:
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      Thank you for sharing your story here. I’m so glad that my videos have been helpful and that you are part of this community. ❤️

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    Paula says:
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    Absolutely love your videos. You brought me to tears when you spoke of your brother and called your dad. Thank you for all you do for all of us.

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      doitonadime says:
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      Thanks for watching, Paula! I appreciate you!

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    Julie REiman says:
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    Kathryn,
    Great way to declutter! I like the baskets on the top shelf. I’ll be doing our closets soon! Thanks for the inspiration.

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      doitonadime says:
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      Best of luck with your closet declutter! 🙂

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    Susan Thirkettle says:
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    Oh my!! You and your family are so real and loving! Thank you for all the amazing things you share!

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      doitonadime says:
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      Thanks for the sweet comment, Susan!

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    Cathy says:
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    OMG! I’ve done this and thought to myself, “Am I being mean or insensitive to people who have given me stuff?” Then I thought, well this has been in this close for how long? Nobody asks or cares so goodbye! What a great feeling of relief. Thank you for sharing, including the emotions. Those are real and we ALL go through that.

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      doitonadime says:
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      Thank you for these words, Cathy! Means so much! 🙂

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    Kristen says:
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    Hi Kathryn,
    I absolutely LOVE the striped shirt you’re wearing in this video! I would love to know where you found it. 🙂

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      doitonadime says:
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      It is actually a dress! I found it on thredUp. 🙂 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-uF9NpR6XGw&t=327s

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        Christina says:
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        I lost my parents a couple of years ago. I have alot of their stuff. Boy I’d it hard to go through and get rid of. Thanks for the video.

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          doitonadime says:
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          Sorry for your loss. I’m glad this video has helped you work through those items they have left behind. Thinking of you!

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    Lisa says:
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    Wow! I stumbled across your site while looking for decluttering tips! I had no idea I would also connect to someone who also lost a brother and had to deal with the stuff left behind. Your tips and hints, but more importantly your passion for your family and what you do, just pour through the lense! Thank you for allow us on your journey and for helping us along the way! Peace to you!

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      doitonadime says:
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      Thank you for this comment, Lisa! Your kindness means so much.

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    Deidre says:
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    After cleaning out my friend’s cluttered home who was just placed in a nursing home, I was glad I had began decluttering a few years ago. My goal is to be a minimalist. My mantra is less is more. One enjoys so much more in life by having less. It relieves the stress. . Thank you. I am going to get rid of some more items right now.

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      doitonadime says:
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      So glad you are finding life with less to be so freeing! 🙂

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    RaChel says:
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    Hi! I just came across your website and have been watching all your videos! Very helpful 🙂
    Where did you get that simple white dresser in your hubby’s closet? Looking for a simple dresser like that for my closet!
    Thank you 🙂

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    Patti Tsub says:
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    I’m packing to move up to Maine from Kansas. I have lots of my late husband’s stuff. I’m try to be mindful while I get rid of stuff. I find myself feel good about decluttering instead of guilty. Is that normal?

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      doitonadime says:
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      This video might be a good one to watch…https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3XNbAbhQZFA You can be thankful for the memories, you can offer up special items to family if you think it is something important to them, and you can remind yourself that your late husband wouldn’t want you to be burdened by a bunch of stuff you no longer need. I’m thinking of you today!

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