50 HACKS for Decluttering Sustainably (where to take things after declutter) | Eco-Minimalism

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  • @BallinBunBun
    @BallinBunBun 3 ปีที่แล้ว +559

    Bleh, I wish being low waste with social anxiety was easier. There's so much "be in a community" "sell stuff locally and people come pick up" "get in a no buy group" "do a swap party" and I'm over here like... pls something where I don't have to talk to people

    • @LILYoOASIS
      @LILYoOASIS 3 ปีที่แล้ว +62

      My MIL is uncomfortable but I don't mind, so I just sell her stuff when I'm selling mine. Try reaching out to friends and family and mention your dilemma.

    • @BrittanyNicole
      @BrittanyNicole 3 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      omg yes this is exactly what I feel!!!! but I hate just dropping off to donation places cause I feel like they don't resell everything and throw a lot away :/

    • @autumnforest6747
      @autumnforest6747 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      Check out apps like mercari where you can sell stuff you dont need anymore for some extra cash. That app has helped me declutter a lot of stuff that I know is going to go to a good home and be used.

    • @tatysapp
      @tatysapp 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Ahhh. Yes! Lol. Maybe a friend/partner willing to help and do the social things for you?

    • @CRoss-hx7yd
      @CRoss-hx7yd 3 ปีที่แล้ว +60

      Tbh buy nothing groups are really low interaction in my experience! Interactions tend to a follow a y/n basis if that makes sense, like "Is this item available still?" "Y/N" and fairly quick and painless ish. Making a post and then ppl reply is a bit more intense, but you can make a big post with a lot of items or just one at at time! whatever feels best for you! I also just leave the items outside, especially with the pandemic and I've never talked to someone from a buy nothing face to face

  • @HannahTheHorrible
    @HannahTheHorrible 3 ปีที่แล้ว +276

    Animal shelters also like old blankets! The kitties need lots of bedding :)

    • @Liloldliz
      @Liloldliz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      some wildlife rescue places do too! it's always worth sending an email to ask 🐣

    • @angelg1523
      @angelg1523 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Good to know! Thank you!!!

    • @eikawithac
      @eikawithac 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@Liloldliz Yes! Our local wildlife rescue was SO excited to receive a trunkload of towels and blankets.

    • @neta565
      @neta565 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      The nearest charity shop near me is The Samaritans for animals. I donate all my stuff there!🐱

    • @Kereea
      @Kereea 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      And sometimes zoos will take things like lightly used baby toys and towels and such. Never hurts to ask!

  • @abbyhoffer
    @abbyhoffer 3 ปีที่แล้ว +248

    gotta appreciate shelbi for including h&m as an option for clothing recycling in order to be more accessible despite the fact that she hates the company

  • @leahaf808
    @leahaf808 3 ปีที่แล้ว +144

    Carpets: if you think your carpet is too gross to be saved and the only option is to replace it, get a professional carpet cleaner in. These guys are literally magic. Living in a rented place where the carpet has been down for 12 years and had never been professionally cleaned - pets, smokers - one lady let her son keep his muddy bike in the living room. The carpet was so gross, but now it looks like new.
    Also apparently cheap carpets are easier to clean bc they're made of plastic, so the dirt doesn't sink in as much.

    • @ah5721
      @ah5721 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Cheap plastic carpets crush easier and leave microfibers for littles to inhale from crawling on the floor. I don't not recommend plastic rugs. Loop pile in cotton or sisal are best for the environment. And can be decomposed

  • @aliewilde5674
    @aliewilde5674 3 ปีที่แล้ว +68

    Just a fun fact, I used to work at Best Buy in the computer department, and when people drop off old computers or hard drives, we use a drill to drill a hole though the disk drive it self so that they are unuseable, so all customer info is destroyed :) don't know about other place, but best buy does.

    • @Kereea
      @Kereea 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Yeah, our local e-cycling place does similar (tho dad prefers to do it himself before bringing stuff in).

  • @lucy8950
    @lucy8950 3 ปีที่แล้ว +270

    Thank you. I hate declutter videos where the presenter happily throws everything in a trash bag and is “done”...it is so harmful to our planet.

    • @vivianthong5656
      @vivianthong5656 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      And then say now they have more room to shop for new things (usually clothes)😩

    • @JC-vz9hz
      @JC-vz9hz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@vivianthong5656 yes, ugh!

    • @hazelscobbie8290
      @hazelscobbie8290 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Some of the things that have been thrown away or donated have probably only been worn once for a photo for instagram then it's in a pile of unwanted things!

    • @GeeklingNo1
      @GeeklingNo1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Sometimes it's that or keeping the clutter tho.

    • @tarablue4472
      @tarablue4472 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I just migrated here for EXACTLY that reason ugh.

  • @hirakatashii
    @hirakatashii 3 ปีที่แล้ว +165

    My dad is our local “junk man” lol. He doesn’t resell the stuff most of the time but he’s an engineer so he’ll grab anything he thinks he can use for a future project!

    • @katiehemstreet8939
      @katiehemstreet8939 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      My mom is too!

    • @persephone213
      @persephone213 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ha my dad is, too! He fixes up old furniture and sells it.

  • @alexedwards8853
    @alexedwards8853 3 ปีที่แล้ว +284

    the underwear brand Knickey has a recycling program .. you can send them your old undies, bras & socks no matter what brand & they will turn them into insulation for their warehouses. There’s a whole video on their website showing how they do it!!

    • @erinv.4284
      @erinv.4284 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      They also give you a credit for a free new pair of underwear for every donation box you send, it's great!

    • @kelsiyoung9330
      @kelsiyoung9330 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Their underwear is the best omg

    • @aimeerose693
      @aimeerose693 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      This is exactly what I've been looking for! Thanks for sharing!! 💚

    • @saskia....
      @saskia.... 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Wow that’s exactly what I was looking for! I had no idea what to do with my old undies and socks! Thank you so much for sharing!!!

    • @AD-jj3hd
      @AD-jj3hd 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @Jill Johansen we have textile recycling bins in our city in Winnipeg

  • @andelinn
    @andelinn 3 ปีที่แล้ว +92

    For H&M, their recycling program has been working on a recycling process/machine that separates mixed fiber fabrics to reuse the fibers in H&M clothing which not many other places do that with their recycling processes. I used to work there, so I got to research and understand their recycling program from the inside.

  • @Eucis93
    @Eucis93 3 ปีที่แล้ว +61

    Just a heads up, childrens hospitals and hospitals in general sometimes accept things like craft supplies, books, toys, games, movies etc. Maybe not right now due to the pandemic, but you can always ask!
    I spent alot of my childhood at a childrens hospital and I know they accepted donations all the time, I donated a bunch of my old toys and books to them when I got out of the hospital.

  • @runemagged21
    @runemagged21 3 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    "A Small Wardrobe" coined the term "unbuying" rather than decluttering to better illustrate this intensive process; similar if not more so than the time and effort put into making an informed purchase.

    • @PhiliH88
      @PhiliH88 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      That’s a great term! I do a declutter every now and then (rarely buy anymore, but had over 20 years of accumulated stuff to get through). The declutter takes a month, then it takes about six months to get it out of the house responsibly and sustainably. Then I start again. I’m in a pretty good spot now. Getting rid of things from the last declutter but am finally in a place where my now-low consumption lifestyle is reflected in a peaceful home. It’s taken a few years to undo so many years of unconscious consumerism and gift receiving.

  • @katiewebb3408
    @katiewebb3408 3 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    ASK TEACHERS IN YOUR COMMUNITY! Elementary/PreK teachers would LOVE art/craft supplies, some clothing items, kitchen items, etc. If you don’t know anyone check the website for the school closest to you and just email the preschool or kinder teachers. They might even take adult items like clothes/household goods for families they have in need.

  • @ampgc10
    @ampgc10 3 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    I want to add that Lowes actually has light bulb, battery and thin plastic recycling!!!

    • @ah5721
      @ah5721 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They do ?! I know florescent bulbs are toxic if broken ...

    • @ampgc10
      @ampgc10 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ah5721 I think it's only CFL light bulbs

  • @TheGhouliegirl
    @TheGhouliegirl 3 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    I wanna plug looking into non-profits in your community. My roommate is a mental health social worker and often they need clothes for people who come in for long-term stays who only have the clothes on their backs. Whenever I can I try to give clothes that I know can't be sold(shoes, socks, sleepwear, etc)

  • @CassandraBankson
    @CassandraBankson 3 ปีที่แล้ว +82

    *This came at the perfect time!*

  • @redbulaklak
    @redbulaklak 3 ปีที่แล้ว +103

    I'm definitely in the stage where I've declutter soooo much but I don't know what to do with it all T.T it can be really overwhelming wanting to downsize and simply you life while at the same time doing your best to not harm the planet in the process. Thank you so much for this video a lot of great tips and resources!

    • @koalaeucalyptus
      @koalaeucalyptus 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      YES! I started my declutter process two months ago, and am still sorting through things. It doesn't help that where I live we just don't have as many resources to declutter sustainably (different country). I'm still sorting through the items that can be sold, fixing small things before passing stuff along, cleaning... it's so much. I hope to be done by the end of the year.

  • @rachaelblacksmith3575
    @rachaelblacksmith3575 3 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    This video couldn’t have come at a more perfect time! I’m moving overseas with my husband and I’m trying to declutter our apartment and clear out my childhood bedroom. I have so much stuff that I need out of my life!

  • @Msrainbowzebras98
    @Msrainbowzebras98 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Another tip for crayons! You can use silicone molds (like for chocolate and baking) to make cute new crayons! I just made dinosaur, cars, and robot shaped crayons which is also doubling as a Valentine’s present for my tot and his friends :)

  • @emmaaltpeter4260
    @emmaaltpeter4260 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    arts and craft supplies, puzzles and movies can be donated to psychiatric units too, they make such a difference to the people there.

  • @carmenl9682
    @carmenl9682 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I live in Korea and I see mattresses being thrown out all the time...it makes me so sad. I wish there was a TH-camr like you living in Korea with all these resources. That would save me a lot of headaches haha

  • @stephaniec.8415
    @stephaniec.8415 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    when i moved, i stopped by the local library and donated books, cds, dvds, my old glasses, and there was a drop off for used batteries. they also accepted donations of tech, magazines, newspapers, cassettes, vhs tapes, hearing aids, and so much more! i love the library

  • @shelbyclemons4696
    @shelbyclemons4696 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    It’s like you knew I was doing a massive declutter and feeling anxious about what to do with everything 😳 Thank you for these tips!

  • @eridonney
    @eridonney 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    SHELBI this video is your best one yet. Seriously this is one of the most helpful collections of information about recycling and sustainability-I know I always struggle figuring out what to do with electronics, denim that’s ripped in the thigh beyond repair, etc...and having all of these resources together in one video is PERFECT. I just really want to say thank you because finding all of those resources must have taken so much time and effort, but I genuinely think the effect is going to be well worth it. I know I’m going to be utilizing this information ASAP and I’m sure so many others will as well. Nobody out there makes sustainability as accessible as you do, and for that I am just so so so grateful!!!! I honestly never thought I would be capable of reducing my environmental footprint enough for it to matter until I found your channel. Still not sure why you don’t have 10 million subscribers....

  • @feelslikeforeve
    @feelslikeforeve 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I ”only” decluttered 100 things but was able to sell quite a lot as I set a low price just to get rid of things instead of earning money of it.
    In my city, we used to have these bins you could donate clothes and shoes to and they would give them to either homeless people or send to other countries where people lived in poverty but they’re gone now, it’s a shame.

  • @DanceLikeCrazy210
    @DanceLikeCrazy210 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I am currently working with my parents to eliminate an entire basement full of STUFF that has accumulated for over like 30 years... I will definitely be using these links to try and sort through as I get rid of the stuff. My next mission is making sure NO MORE STUFF is put in that basement.

  • @eefs23
    @eefs23 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Another option: If the clothes are still in a good state, instead of selling them or bringing them to a secondhand shop, you can always give them to a refugee shelter, if there is one close to your home. You have camps, but you also have houses or centres in cities. There is one close to my home that I wasn't aware of before, so it's interesting to take a look at that. :)

    • @tomjones2157
      @tomjones2157 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      The refugee shelter near me only takes money and buy everything new. The policy is only new things for refugees to give them the best hospitality experience. This is not the case for other clients such as mental health people, womens refuge from violence families. I was pretty surprised to learn about the unofficial dual system. Several places where I volunteered we had a locked "secret room" we take the refugees with all the new stuff and let them pick. The other clients had to go through the 2nd hand store and pick out whatever used stuff they could find, and if no pillows, well, too bad. We were not allowed to grab a pillow from the secret room for them.

  • @Being_Katherine
    @Being_Katherine 3 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    Let’s give this video a Like guys! 😌 Shelbi is 🔥 for informing us of how the world can use all the good that we can do. :-)

  • @tamaravancza7264
    @tamaravancza7264 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I'm starting a small etsy shop very soon, and all my material I use is second hand, and all my packaging is post consumer recycled paper

  • @c1784
    @c1784 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Woah, I didn't know radio shack was still around. But good for them

    • @alyssahayes268
      @alyssahayes268 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I hope their shares don't get mass-shorted by hedge funds!

    • @BouncyBrown
      @BouncyBrown 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I was surprised too! I looked it up, apparently after they went bankrupt, they sold the rights to their name.

    • @KD-dr3gy
      @KD-dr3gy 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      😂

  • @molk7447
    @molk7447 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    I won a few medals and trophies when I was burning myself out, and they remind me of that time. I mainly keep them around because of waste, but I’ll check if I can recycle them now!

  • @alliemay6076
    @alliemay6076 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    A makeup you tuber I watch (Taylor Wynn) often talks about project beauty share. They take gently used makeup and hygiene products and sanitize it, and it goes to women in shelters.

  • @MeridaEllaSDB
    @MeridaEllaSDB 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A lot of clothes, home wares , linens, toys, baby items , car seats, and furniture can be donated to a battered women’s shelter. They are always in need of those things after women and children leave domestic violence with only the clothes on their backs. Call a United Way helpline for charities in your area for furniture for survivors of house fires, domestic violence and the financially marginalized. You can get rid of a lot of stuff fast and the people really need it and appreciate the cups, quesadilla maker, and baby items. Thanks for the video Shelbi!

  • @rekaracz3
    @rekaracz3 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I am not religious but Shelbi you're doing the lord's work!!

  • @missAUDACITY
    @missAUDACITY 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Yeeeees! Perfect timing! I just bought a house and have been “gifted” so many things that I don’t need. 😩 I’ve got a massive “donation” pile going, but just didn’t know what to do with them! This will definitely help!

  • @Amaika16
    @Amaika16 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Love all of these amazing tips!! I work at a pet grooming salon and a wildlife rehab center and we love getting donated towels! We are always happy to get towels to dry dogs and at the rehab center we love towels, pillowcases, sheets and blankets. So helpful!!

  • @shelbeebuggie
    @shelbeebuggie 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I worked for a thrift store for a few years, and I can confirm how much waste there was. Furniture/housewares/toys/etc just got thrown out in our huge trash compactor if they didn't sell. Our store was part of a chain that was big enough to be able to "donate" unsold clothes. What that meant is that unsold clothes were put in a machine that crushed them into giant cloth cubes, then those cubes were sold or donated overseas. Usually this meant they ended up shredded as textile filling.

  • @laurenperez9192
    @laurenperez9192 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I don’t usually comment but I can’t tell you how much I appreciate this video! I HATE the feeling I get when throwing away goods or even taking them to goodwill. I want to make sure things are going to be reused in a new home :)

  • @oceangirl720
    @oceangirl720 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Thank you for all of these resources, Shelbi!! I have a corner of my basement dedicated to stuff I’ve decluttered and I’m slowly going through the process of getting it out of our house responsibly!

  • @em-alice
    @em-alice 3 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    This is EXACTLY what I needed! I am new to your channel, but have loved the content as I try to improve my knowledge and practices in living a more sustainable/low-waste/eco-friendly/etc. lifestyle! :) Have a great day!

  • @tilly324
    @tilly324 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    SUSTAINABILITY APP RECOMMENDATION
    For those in the UK (could also check your own country) Olio is an awesome app for giving items away and finding second hand bits yourself. All for free!
    There's also a food section where 'food waste heros' collect from supermarkets and chain restaurants all the food that is past its 'sell by date' but that is still completely fine and they upload listings to the app for those in their neighbourhood to collect! It's a really great app!
    The made section is also wonderful for buying zero / low waste and homemade gifts etc, cuts out the shipping etc and they're so unique!

    • @Liloldliz
      @Liloldliz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      olio works in a lot of countries including australia!

  • @karolynanderson2033
    @karolynanderson2033 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've used the H&M recycling program before. They offer a 15% off coupon (which I've never used) but I struggle to find a video of their process. They WILL accept clothes in ANY state of wear though.
    I looove Wands for Wildlife, and the programs where you can donate bags to foster kids... can confirm as a former foster kid, that would be a GODSEND.

  • @kalpic11
    @kalpic11 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    So what I'm getting that we should do is:
    1. Gather/list all the stuff we want to donate/recycle
    2. Go through it to determine where to give it to and make a list to donate it all
    3. Get the list done
    3. Make sure our future purchases are well thought out and worth the potential research and work it takes to properly dispose them next time.

    • @v0368
      @v0368 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Don't forget to upcycle what you can(:

  • @lucy8950
    @lucy8950 3 ปีที่แล้ว +88

    Lions club is a community group that takes eye glasses.

    • @tomjones2157
      @tomjones2157 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@paramere The Lions Club actually check them and send them overseas to people who can't afford glasses.

    • @findingagain
      @findingagain 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@paramere The majority of clubs I've interacted with are city-by-city created clubs because we like to focus on local needs for the majority of our projects. However, in some places it's regional and a bit more tedious. If I wasn't so close to a stateline my closest club would be an hour away. 😅
      Donating at the optometrist is great for those regions that just don't have anything else/close! (Though, they often have ins with the Lions too because we fund vision screenings and appointments.)

    • @flanya88
      @flanya88 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@tomjones2157 The Lions Club where I live donates the glasses directly to local people in need!

    • @bmarieluvstheearth3879
      @bmarieluvstheearth3879 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They also take eyeglass cases

    • @angiericouard792
      @angiericouard792 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’ve been driving around with 2 grocery bags of glasses waiting to have time to deliver ours for a minute now. Lol

  • @jessicamcalpine242
    @jessicamcalpine242 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If you have clothing that a teenager might like, either daily wear or items they might need for interviews, check your local high school ESPECIALLY if it's in a low income area. The school I teach at collects prom dresses and tuxes to give to students before dances, they collect daily wear for low income/homeless students, and they collect business attire for students going to interviews. They literally have a closet that students can request access too. (While you're at it, check if they accept food donations. Many schools with these programs also have pantries for students to take food home for the weekend!)

  • @merrivideo
    @merrivideo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Did you mentioned Patagonia? Worn wear is their program to get discounts if you give them your old Patagonia clothes for future discount and you can also buy second hand items from them too.

  • @aubreejobizzarro1208
    @aubreejobizzarro1208 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    For clothing recycling: If you have someone who sews in your friend circle/ family, let them sort through your materials! I save old clothing for interfacing, quilting, rag making, patches, etc!

  • @lauren-gx1lg
    @lauren-gx1lg 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    as for donating, I suggest finding a local homeless shelter or soup kitchen to donate your clothes. some will even accept household appliances as well. there's a great nonprofit in my area that provides apartments for homeless people, and they're always in need of furniture, decorations, appliances, and clothes to support people as they transition from homelessness to having a home and a job. if you look hard enough, you can find great organizations like these in your local community that need your help more than more recognizable organizations.

  • @JC-vz9hz
    @JC-vz9hz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've been doing this for the past couple weeks. People will pick up FREE items off marketplace all day where I live. Made 1 stop at the animal shelter with old pillows, wide ruled paper my son won't use, and other misc items. Don't forget they are a great place to donate!!

  • @rital6971
    @rital6971 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Daaaamn Shelbi, how long did this video take you!? I've added this to my bookmarks you had so many great ideas!! Right now, I'm trying to find a program to take my old socks and things like that (I decluttered a lot of them when I did the Less is Now Challenge). Locally I've had a difficult time finding something so I'm hoping the options you listed work for me! Thanks Shelbi 🥰 -Rita

    • @Shelbizleee
      @Shelbizleee  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      It was a lengthy process but it had to be done 🙈 happy I could help!

  • @alisonbabichuk5432
    @alisonbabichuk5432 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I'm obsessed with my community's buy nothing group. I've recieved and given away so many things on there!

  • @ajum89
    @ajum89 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have gotten rid of two broken TVs, broken microwave, broken vacuum by listing them for free with the defects on Craigslist/Facebook and they have all left my house within 3 days. For extra toiletries and cleaning supplies, I put them in the laundry room. Most things leave. Just keep checking if the things are still there, and what doesn't getting picked up just bring it back. I have had to deal with torn clothes too. i cut them in a way and sold them with other things as scrap fabric to sewists online. I made less than $1 but that is fine as long as I didn't create any waste.

  • @molk7447
    @molk7447 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I prefer swap shops for decluttering, or giving things away (anyone else take pictures of things to send to group chats? I’ve also posted stuff on my insta but not really anymore.) Not very lockdown friendly, but I look forward to it post covid.

  • @kerrypattison-christie1166
    @kerrypattison-christie1166 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Wow what a brilliant video. Thanks for helping the planet, our animals and needy people. I just gave some glasses to a lady up the road who sends them overseas and medicine, we had so much morphine ect after our father died. A doctor we knew sent them overseas and to my relief the next day they were in a country where people were having limbs amputated with no pain relief! How horrifying! So sad the economic disparity throughout the world. O love my human animal and plant family. I long for the day when the whole wold has enough🙏. Thanks for doing your part of imparting essential info to help this 🥰✌️✌️✨🫶

  • @siracornful
    @siracornful 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If you live in Sweden you can give your stuff to Sellpy. An online secondhand store. They send a bag which u fill up, and handle the listing and selling and disposal of unsold things. No need to talk to anyone (perfect for my social anxiety) and if they sell anything u get a small cut.
    I also like them because if you bought something from them and didnt like it you can reuse the ad and ship it to the next buyer from your own home. No need to send it back to Sellpy.

  • @alicialacroix
    @alicialacroix 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you so so so so much for this video! Usually "50 things" type videos make me feel like "do there really have to be 50? I don't have the attention span for that" but the more suggestions for sustainable decluttering, the better! Saving this so I can refer to it over and over again! Eventually I'll start actually getting the stuff I've "decluttered" out of my house...

  • @tonialvarez4192
    @tonialvarez4192 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A lot of restaurants will take your pens. Some have branded pens but a lot do not. I’ve brought some into multiple places in bulk and they are always so happy. You can even just sneakily leave 1 or 2 with you check if they don’t have branded pens. Also my mom works at USPS and brings her extras there as well and she says they are always looking for pens/permanent markers.

  • @lexthebarbarian6969
    @lexthebarbarian6969 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You should check with animal shelters. I work at one and we take pillow cases, blankets, paper shreds, newspapers, paper towel and toilet paper tubes, cleaning supplies and tools (unused), cardboard boxes, plastic bags, small rugs, and so many other things. Usually if you call they will tell you what donations they are currently taking.
    We usually have 50-60 animals who all get new clean blankets, rugs, beds, and pillow cases every day. We use them until they are completely unusable anymore.
    Plus if you're a little handy you can make hand made toys out of your old clothing and rags to donate. There's tons of tutorials online.

  • @Mikabell
    @Mikabell 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hey, Shelbie! I really think you should look into the shop called "For Days". They claim to upcycle clothes if you send them and sell them. They say they will not throw whole items away ever. I am just super curious about them. Because if what they say is true that would be great.
    Also I don't know if you heard about the giftd app that is in development. It is supposed to be a place you can just give away clothes for free to other people.

    • @tomjones2157
      @tomjones2157 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They must literally do something with dirty stained and ripped fabric so weak it would tear so its unusable. Otherwise piles would build up and be a falling hazard and rats would move in. I know from experience as I helped clear a place like that once. It was so gross you could hardly breathe for rat stench.

  • @macairaking4102
    @macairaking4102 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Shebli your content has been on POINT lately! 👌🏼

  • @ak-no2wo
    @ak-no2wo 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your videos are so thorough and informative. I’m always looking forward to them!!

  • @Ginnybellebeauty
    @Ginnybellebeauty 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Shelbi! This video is such a great resource! And perfect timing because I'm also decluttering right now. Seriously thank you so much for this!

  • @valeriemedoff
    @valeriemedoff 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    this is such an incredible resource! Thank you so much for sharing this! I honestly had no idea that there were such great ways to declutter so many of these items!

  • @alisha-kae
    @alisha-kae 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This was helpful. I have an old charcoal grill that I need to do something with and while watching this I thought of a way I can reuse it!

  • @glitterflies13
    @glitterflies13 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    SO many resources !!! Thank you for being so thoughtful with this video, decluttering responsibly is so important !

  • @emelymarie9734
    @emelymarie9734 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    oh my gosh shelby, you amaze me more and more every time you post a video!! thank you so freaking much for this video -- i just moved and have a ton of crap i need to declutter. can't wait to look into all of these resources!!

  • @sarahlueck1732
    @sarahlueck1732 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is so amazing. Immediately went on my saved list to reference later and send to all my friends. Thank you for all the research and information, Shelbi!

  • @casserole2965
    @casserole2965 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    OMG I have been waiting for a video like this- i have been decluttering while also getting into sustainable living and have been wishing for a resource like this video. Thank you SO much for putting it together!

  • @SonamPansari
    @SonamPansari 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This video is filled with so much information! I am not a minimalist but do try to do the responsible thing as much as possible for me so this is going to be a great help! Thanks Shelby!

  • @SoCalDoll
    @SoCalDoll 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is one of THE MOST HELPFUL videos I've ever seen! A MILLION THANK YOUS!!!!! 🙏🙏🙏

  • @emilymiller40
    @emilymiller40 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow, this is an awesome resource! Definitely saved this video for the next time I am decluttering.

  • @leecegal
    @leecegal 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve been trying to figure out places to take my things from my January clean out haha thanks for all the info and links!! Perfect timing :)

  • @hannahrlevit
    @hannahrlevit 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is such a helpful video! I'm literally taking notes right now. Thank you so much for all the effort you put into your content!! I'm always so excited whenever you post a new video

  • @JAB2023
    @JAB2023 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Girl, you are GLOWING! Thanks for another great video.

  • @MissBumbleBee13
    @MissBumbleBee13 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love love love this video ❤ You can tell you put a lot of work into it.

  • @here4catsandfood196
    @here4catsandfood196 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    WOW amazing extensive list, thank you so much! 💕

  • @vintagedoll4850
    @vintagedoll4850 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I'm new to this sustainability world. Just want to say thank you for the time you put into this researching, recording and editing. I've also just started a baby garden. You've helped my anxiety and mental health so thank you so much! Love both your channels. 💗

  • @annachudnicki3260
    @annachudnicki3260 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for putting the suitcase part in there ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ that makes my heart so happy that more people will know about it

  • @jessicamcgrade5970
    @jessicamcgrade5970 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you SO MUCH for doing all this work and research-decluttering ethically can be so overwhelming!

  • @roserobb
    @roserobb 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    If you live in Massachusetts, there's an organization called Catie's Closet that provides students in poverty with new and gently used clothing (among other items, though clothing is the only thing they will take used I believe), so they're a great resource to use as well!

  • @clarissar1418
    @clarissar1418 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you!! @shelbizleee
    I have been waiting for this kind of video! ❤ Thank you for being my daily inspiration! 🙏🌎

  • @emtalkstoanimals6243
    @emtalkstoanimals6243 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    So incredibly helpful - sent this to my personal organizer friend! Thank you Shelbi!!!

  • @elizabethdirks6533
    @elizabethdirks6533 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    So timely yet again. Thanks Shelbi!

  • @leahaf808
    @leahaf808 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    So much useful information. I love your channel ❤ fairly deep into the sustainability rabbithole now, and there's some here I'd literally never heard of

  • @ciennalindsay4706
    @ciennalindsay4706 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This is the BEST video on the internet thank you SO MUCH

  • @abby5419
    @abby5419 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I literally got an ad for ForDays this morning and was like I need Shelbi to review this so I know if its good or not!!

  • @deadmelodies
    @deadmelodies 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    oh the regifting thing, I literally have a box for that, and it has come sooo handy! I recommend that too!

  • @andreaford459
    @andreaford459 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This video came at a perfect time. Just finished up the minimalism game and needed to know all this info. Very helpful, Shelbi👍🏻

  • @leahdurham3630
    @leahdurham3630 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am so glad I stumbled across this video while I am decluttering. I also shared this to my news feed on fb to help friends and family doing the same. Thank you!

  • @melissakannapel7971
    @melissakannapel7971 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you so much I’ve been looking for some advice for this! There’s so much content out there about decluttering, but no one ever talks about what to DO with it all!

  • @samara3172
    @samara3172 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for the document!! So many great resources. You are seriously the most practical and rescourceful eco conscious youtuber that I know of.

  • @cassienester1187
    @cassienester1187 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Amazing video!! Thank you, I needed this to help with the guilt of decluttering!

  • @anayansi_iris
    @anayansi_iris 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Geewhillickers, Shelby. This is the best video ever! ❤️

  • @The_C_Word
    @The_C_Word 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you sooooo much for all the textile recycling resources. I had the hardest time trying to find a place that does this. So many places want clothes just to resell but I have things that are just worn but hate the thought of just tossing them. You made my day!!

  • @elizabethyow1165
    @elizabethyow1165 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was super helpful Shelbi! The amount of research into this was astounding! The document with all the links is such a great idea and is super convenient, which will help me follow through with my declutter! :)

  • @Marissalove11
    @Marissalove11 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Such an amazing video! Thank you for sharing all these sustainable companies.

  • @kakaakemi678
    @kakaakemi678 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    OMG! Great Great video, Shelbi! It's the video to keep on hand to check later or to send to people. Thanks for all the work you've put into it!

  • @marissam9448
    @marissam9448 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is an amazing and extremely helpful video. THANK YOU!!

  • @elithesavage450
    @elithesavage450 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You're an ANGEL! Thank you for doing all the dirty work for us.

  • @gepifano
    @gepifano 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This an AMAZING resource! Thank you so much for all your hard work! I’m currently decluttering, so this couldn’t have been a better time for me to see this video. Cheers!

  • @nikkiminggia8641
    @nikkiminggia8641 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This video is so helpful and exactly what I needed to learn! Thanks Shelby!