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1 January 2020

Seven things you can declutter in January

Its’ the start of a new year- which means instilling new habits- habits such as keeping your space in order with regular decluttering. Here are some of our top suggestions ...
25 December 2019

A minimalist 12 Days of Christmas

If you want to get a kick start on your minimalist journey- why wait until the New Year? If you’re struggling with where to begin, here are some suggestions courtesy ...
18 December 2019

Nine things you can do with unwanted Christmas gifts

Chances are you will receive at least one thing this year that won’t bring any value to your life. Whether it comes from your Secret Santa at work who you ...
16 December 2019

Minimalism: Seven questions to ask yourself before making an impulse purchase

If you are trying to curb your shopping habits or if this time of year always encourages you to buy more than you normally would- here are our top questions ...
13 December 2019

Seven reasons why decluttering videos are so addictive

The latest craze on You Tube is people filming themselves clearing out their spaces. Millennials are all for the 30-Day Minimalist Challenge, applying the Konmari method to their home and ...
12 December 2019

Minimalism: Five beauty products that will save you space and money

If you have shelves full of beauty products for every eventuality- be assured that you don’t have to live like this. There are some fantastic products out there that can ...
11 December 2019

Minimalism: Five digital products that will save you space and money

If you are looking to reduce your things to a more manageable size- there are some digital products out there that save you from having to store the physical items ...
10 December 2019

Minimalism: Five wearable items that will save you space and money

Have you ever bought an outfit with all the accessories to go with it because you had a wedding coming up or a work’s night out? News flash- it doesn’t ...
9 December 2019

Minimalism: Seven ways to achieve a cosy AND minimalist aesthetic

There is a misconception that all minimalists must live in a space that is entirely white- and that the area must be stark and clinical in appearance, but this doesn’t ...
8 December 2019

Minimalism: Seven reasons to list every item in your wardrobe

Whether you have decluttered your clothing already and have a capsule wardrobe on the go or have a manageable amount of pieces you can keep track of- there are many ...
5 December 2019

Christmas decorations: Seven things you can declutter now

Christmas is an excellent time to revaluate what you have in your decoration collection. As you bring down your baubles and tinsel from the loft or out of the garage, ...
4 December 2019

Minimalism: Start with your recycling bin

We all have them- a designated day when someone comes and dispose of our recyclables. Rather than just seeing this as another day in the week- it’s actually an opportunity ...
3 December 2019

Seven things you can declutter on Clear Out Tuesday

Today Shpock is encouraging people to reuse and resell anything they replaced in the Black Friday sales- so here are some areas to focus on if you did splurge last ...

1 December 2019

10 Things you can declutter this December

Well it’s here again- the month you dread and look forward to in equal measure! One thing that will make life easier is having a clear space for wrapping presents ...
28 November 2019

Seven things minimalism makes you thankful for

Minimalism has many benefits- but one of the most prominent of them all is that it makes you more thankful. Here are the things you count your blessings for when ...
15 November 2019

Seven minimalist activities for Christmastime

If someone in your family or friendship circle is a minimalist, the usual haunts at this time of year might not be to their liking- namely the mall. So, if ...
12 November 2019

Female First's top gift ideas for stockings

If you need to fill a stocking this year and have no idea where to begin, here are a few suggestions to get the ball rolling… A tangerine- It’s tradition ...
7 November 2019

Seven things that happen when you reach your minimalism sweet spot

If you decide to embrace the minimalist lifestyle, you reach a certain point where both your home and your mind are at peace and a lot of this feeling is ...
5 November 2019

How to choose the perfect bed for yourself

It may not come as a complete surprise to anyone that choosing the ideal bed for your specific needs and requirements is not an easy task. There are so many ...

5 November 2019

Top 10 tips for a cracking Bonfire Night to remember

With autumn upon us and Bonfire Night just around the corner, now’s the time to start thinking about what to wear to ensure you’re wrapped up warm and toasty to ...
4 November 2019

Female First's top minimalism videos of the week

-  I've been living a minimalist lifestyle for about 7 years now. And over the last years, I have definitely made some purchases that I now regret. Things I thought ...
3 November 2019

Seven ways minimalism helps you to save time

If you are looking to invest your time more wisely rather than waste it on stuff- minimalism could be for you- here’s how it can help you to save precious time. ...
1 November 2019

10 Things you can declutter in November

We are getting closer and closer to the Christmas countdown so now is the time to clear the way for a more minimalist Christmastime. This month, you can start with ...
31 October 2019

Five tips for a hassle free Halloween

If the crisp October air, the twinkling stars in the clear night sky and the smell of wood smoke drifting from chimneys is making you desperate for Halloween to arrive, ...