Survey #236 Full Response from Dolce
| Pronouns | She/her |
|---|---|
| Describe a collection or category of items in your home that you’re worried might have crossed over into “too many” or “too much.” | I just threw out a bunch of knives because I had too many. They were either too dull, heavy, or awkward to use. I kept going back to the same favorites so dumped the rest. Now I think I may have too many socks and fashion boots that I never wear. I may have too many coats as well. |
| For the category or collection described above, what factor(s) contribute to your assessment of the stash as excessive? | As far as the knives go, I was trying to get quality knives that would last. But each were either too heavy or just not balanced so difficult to use. I felt a bit guilty to toss "good" knives, but they were taking up a whole drawer so I decided it was time to let them go. I also have excess boots, coats and socks that I no longer wear. All are cute and still fit, and it is fun to play dress-up, but with lifestyle changes as well as global warming and some personal summers I just can't take the heat. |
| For the category or collection described previously, what would you consider a reasonable limit? Your answer may take the form of a precise number, a volume of space, a budget, a time commitment, or any other metric that makes sense to you. Optional: Explain how you arrived at this answer. | I have a walk-in closet and the coats take up half the rack. Boots take all the shelves above the rack and some floor space. Socks take up more than one dresser drawer (that is if I actually put them away). I still need to wear some outerwear to work and if I am outdoors hiking or walking so can't toss everything. Some of the coats and socks feel precious as well. Although coats can be donated, socks can't mostly. I need a better way to sort my socks and I should toss any with holes or recycle as disposable rags. Not sure about the boots. They are mostly all leather higher end brands. Do I resell/consign or price/donate and take a deduction on my tax return? |
| Describe something that you keep in your space because it reminds you of a better time in your life or a fond memory, even though you might otherwise consider it unnecessary or excessive. | My dinnerware. My teapots. My glassware. I don't use as many as I have, but I enjoy looking at it or switching it up depending on my mood or meal. Also, I don't buy more so if someone breaks I'll have backup and not be too stressed about it . |
| Here’s your chance to ask Gayle and Ed any question you’re curious about. It need not be related to this survey’s topic(s). If we think that your question—and our answer—might be useful or instructive to The Clutter Fairy Weekly audience, we’ll share them in an upcoming episode. | It is taking me some time to downsize my belongings. I am not a minimalist by any stretch, but answering these questions reminded me of the real progress I've made. Decisions are very difficult for me and I get emotionally attracted. But then sometimes I get on a roll and unload a serious amount of something all at once: books, shoes, clothes. Believe me I had closets full. Wonder if there is a way for making decisions easier |
| Future topics | How to store non clothing items when only storage is a bedroom closet. Luke a ladder, vacuum cleaner, mops. |
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