The Julie Gates Method – 30-Day Decluttering Challenge
The Julie Gates Method™
30-Day Decluttering Challenge
Create a calmer, more organized home—one day at a time.
Welcome!
I'm Julie Gates. This workbook is designed to help you make steady progress without feeling overwhelmed.
How to Use This Workbook
Spend 15–30 minutes each day. Complete one task, celebrate your progress, and take before-and-after photos when possible.
The Julie Gates Method
Keep • Donate • Sell • Trash
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Keep |
Donate |
Sell |
Trash |
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Used regularly or meaningful |
Good condition |
Valuable items |
Broken/expired |
30-Day Challenge
Day 1: Entryway
Goal:
Before photo: __________________________
What I kept: __________________________
What I donated/sold: __________________
After photo: ___________________________
Notes: ________________________________
Day 2: Kitchen counters
Goal:
Before photo: __________________________
What I kept: __________________________
What I donated/sold: __________________
After photo: ___________________________
Notes: ________________________________
Day 3: Junk drawer
Goal:
Before photo: __________________________
What I kept: __________________________
What I donated/sold: __________________
After photo: ___________________________
Notes: ________________________________
Day 4: Pantry
Goal:
Before photo: __________________________
What I kept: __________________________
What I donated/sold: __________________
After photo: ___________________________
Notes: ________________________________
Day 5: Refrigerator
Goal:
Before photo: __________________________
What I kept: __________________________
What I donated/sold: __________________
After photo: ___________________________
Notes: ________________________________
Day 6: Freezer
Goal:
Before photo: __________________________
What I kept: __________________________
What I donated/sold: __________________
After photo: ___________________________
Notes: ________________________________
Day 7: Spices
Goal:
Before photo: __________________________
What I kept: __________________________
What I donated/sold: __________________
After photo: ___________________________
Notes: ________________________________
Day 8: Food storage
Goal:
Before photo: __________________________
What I kept: __________________________
What I donated/sold: __________________
After photo: ___________________________
Notes: ________________________________
Day 9: Bathroom vanity
Goal:
Before photo: __________________________
What I kept: __________________________
What I donated/sold: __________________
After photo: ___________________________
Notes: ________________________________
Day 10: Medicine cabinet
Goal:
Before photo: __________________________
What I kept: __________________________
What I donated/sold: __________________
After photo: ___________________________
Notes: ________________________________
Day 11: Linen closet
Goal:
Before photo: __________________________
What I kept: __________________________
What I donated/sold: __________________
After photo: ___________________________
Notes: ________________________________
Day 12: Hall closet
Goal:
Before photo: __________________________
What I kept: __________________________
What I donated/sold: __________________
After photo: ___________________________
Notes: ________________________________
Day 13: Bedroom nightstand
Goal:
Before photo: __________________________
What I kept: __________________________
What I donated/sold: __________________
After photo: ___________________________
Notes: ________________________________
Day 14: Dresser
Goal:
Before photo: __________________________
What I kept: __________________________
What I donated/sold: __________________
After photo: ___________________________
Notes: ________________________________
Day 15: Closet
Goal:
Before photo: __________________________
What I kept: __________________________
What I donated/sold: __________________
After photo: ___________________________
Notes: ________________________________
Day 16: Shoes
Goal:
Before photo: __________________________
What I kept: __________________________
What I donated/sold: __________________
After photo: ___________________________
Notes: ________________________________
Day 17: Handbags
Goal:
Before photo: __________________________
What I kept: __________________________
What I donated/sold: __________________
After photo: ___________________________
Notes: ________________________________
Day 18: Office desk
Goal:
Before photo: __________________________
What I kept: __________________________
What I donated/sold: __________________
After photo: ___________________________
Notes: ________________________________
Day 19: Paper pile
Goal:
Before photo: __________________________
What I kept: __________________________
What I donated/sold: __________________
After photo: ___________________________
Notes: ________________________________
Day 20: Filing
Goal:
Before photo: __________________________
What I kept: __________________________
What I donated/sold: __________________
After photo: ___________________________
Notes: ________________________________
Day 21: Laundry room
Goal:
Before photo: __________________________
What I kept: __________________________
What I donated/sold: __________________
After photo: ___________________________
Notes: ________________________________
Day 22: Garage shelf
Goal:
Before photo: __________________________
What I kept: __________________________
What I donated/sold: __________________
After photo: ___________________________
Notes: ________________________________
Day 23: Tools
Goal:
Before photo: __________________________
What I kept: __________________________
What I donated/sold: __________________
After photo: ___________________________
Notes: ________________________________
Day 24: Holiday décor
Goal:
Before photo: __________________________
What I kept: __________________________
What I donated/sold: __________________
After photo: ___________________________
Notes: ________________________________
Day 25: Living room
Goal:
Before photo: __________________________
What I kept: __________________________
What I donated/sold: __________________
After photo: ___________________________
Notes: ________________________________
Day 26: Books
Goal:
Before photo: __________________________
What I kept: __________________________
What I donated/sold: __________________
After photo: ___________________________
Notes: ________________________________
Day 27: Media
Goal:
Before photo: __________________________
What I kept: __________________________
What I donated/sold: __________________
After photo: ___________________________
Notes: ________________________________
Day 28: Kids' items
Goal:
Before photo: __________________________
What I kept: __________________________
What I donated/sold: __________________
After photo: ___________________________
Notes: ________________________________
Day 29: Sentimental items
Goal:
Before photo: __________________________
What I kept: __________________________
What I donated/sold: __________________
After photo: ___________________________
Notes: ________________________________
Day 30: Whole-home reset
Goal:
Before photo: __________________________
What I kept: __________________________
What I donated/sold: __________________
After photo: ___________________________
Notes: ________________________________
Maintenance Plan
• 15-minute daily reset
• One donation bag each month
• Seasonal review every 3 months
Congratulations!
You've completed the 30-Day decluttering!