My rule of thumb for getting rid of stuff is if you haven't used it in the last year you probably wont ever use it again and it is time for it to go away.

1. Forgot you had it?  Out it goes.

2. Haven't worn or used in a year? Out it goes. Be ruthless.

3. More than one of same item? Out go the duplicates. Be ruthless.

4. Just got a new one? Out goes the old one.

4. Child no longer plays with it? Give it to someone with a younger child.

5. Pantry items not outdated but will never be used? To the food bank.

6. Lotions, soaps, etc. still in gift packages? Hotel soaps, shampoos, lotions? Give to retirement home, homeless shelter, etc.

7. Make a trip to Goodwill, Salvation Army, charity thrift shop or the like every three months and donate clothing, shoes, electronics (Goodwill needs computers and parts), furniture, appliances, knick-knacks, etc. GET A RECEIPT FOR TAX DEDUCTIONS.

8. If you still have extra stuff, have a garage sale.

Great tips from everyone, definitly will be utilizing some of these for my self!

i say do i really have a need for this or do i just think i want it.

I am spring cleaning this week. All these tips are motivating me even more!

If I haven't used it in 6 mo. to a year and it's not worth anything I throw it away. I can't function in clutter so it's easy for me :)