How to Organize the Master Bedroom {September HOD}

Learn how to organize the master bedroom with these 6 easy steps!  Create your own personal retreat to relax and unwind – it’s not as hard as you think! This post is part of The Household Organization Diet.

Whew!  Another summer is in the books!  The kids are headed back to school on Tuesday, extra-curricular activities have already started, and that September craziness will soon be upon us!  As much as I hate to see summer end, there is a {very small!} part of me that’s looking forward to getting back into a more regular schedule.

The September Household Organization Diet {Master Bedroom Organization}

I always get the organization itch when back to school time comes around.  I did a TON of decluttering in the kids’ rooms last month and still have a couple of projects that I’m finishing up in there.  September is here though so it’s time to look ahead to our next space.  This month we’re going to declutter, clean, and learn how to organize the master bedroom!

The September To Do List

Here are the tasks to work on in the master bedroom this month.  You can print out the list as shown below or print out a blank one and customize your own to do list.

DOWNLOAD THE SEPTEMBER TO DO LIST HERE
DOWNLOAD THE BLANK SEPTEMBER TO DO LIST HERE

{GRAB THE SEPTEMBER CALENDAR HERE}

September Notes

Keep a notes sheet {or two!} handy to jot down any projects, home improvement ideas, extra tasks, etc. that you would like to do.  You might want to use one for tasks that you would like to do this month and a second sheet for future projects that you would like to do.

DOWNLOAD THE SEPTEMBER NOTES SHEET HERE

Master Bedroom Organization

I find that the master bedroom is often one of the most neglected rooms in the house.  Since it’s not seen by guests, it’s not usually a priority space when it comes to cleaning and organizing.  It also tends to be a favorite dumping ground for unwanted clutter {or maybe piles of clothes?}.

This month, I want you to take some time to focus on yourself and work on creating a comfortable, relaxing bedroom space that you {and your partner} can unwind in.  It’s time to get rid of that stressful clutter and replace it with items that you love and enjoy.  Your bedroom should really be your personal retreat, so make it a place that you actually want to go.  A little peace and quiet {and a restful sleep!} can go a long way in recharging your batteries.

How to Organize a Master Bedroom

Before you get started with the actual organization process, be sure that you’ve declutterd all of those items that you no longer use, need, and love. If you need some help with overcoming that decluttering paralysis, check out this post to help get you motivated and this one for some tips and tricks to declutter any space.

As you’re working on decluttering, give your master bedroom a good deep cleaning.  Since you’re moving around all of your stuff anyways, this is the easiest time to get into all of those out of the way areas that you don’t regularly clean. Vacuum the back corners in your closet, wipe down baseboards, and clean out the inside of your drawers. You can find all of my master bedroom cleaning and organizing tips, tricks and tutorials in THIS POST.  I even have a free master bedroom cleaning checklist for you!

6 Easy Steps to an Organized Master Bedroom

Your master bedroom should be a place for you to unwind, so think about what helps you to relax and how you would like your space to function.  If you like to read, try to create a cozy reading space.  If you like to pamper yourself, create a little spot for you to do your make-up or give yourself a manicure.  Maybe a meditation or yoga space would be helpful.  Remember that you don’t need a big space to create something special!

To help get you started, I’ve put together 6 easy steps to think about while organizing your master bedroom.  It’s time to get organizing!

Declutter and Organize the Bedside Table

Your bedside table should be reserved for items that you use regularly either just before bed or upon waking – plus a few other favorite items that make you happy.  All other items that you wish to keep should find a proper home elsewhere.  For things that you no longer use or need, donate them when you can and put broken or other unusable items in the trash.

{source: Love Grows Wild}

Keeping a tidy and clutter-free bedside table will create a calmer environment and allow for a more restful sleep.  Evaluate what you really need and what will help settle you before bed.  Maybe it’s your current book, some essential oils, a small bouquet of flowers, or a favorite photo or two. I know it’s hard, but try to keep those smart phones and other electronics out of the bedroom {or at least off of your night stand!}.

{source: Homey Oh My}

Create a Relaxing, Clutter-Free Corner

If you have the space, try to create one little corner {or other spot} in your room, just for you.  Resolve to keep it clutter-free so you always have a calming place to retreat to.  A big comfy chair would be ideal, but use what you have  and build from there.  Fill the space with your favorite items that help you to relax – a cozy blanket, a comfy pillow, a book or magazine that you’ve been meaning to read, or maybe your favorite lotion to apply –  and just breathe in.

{source: A Burst of Beautiful}

Declutter and Organize your Linens

Go through all of your linens, and donate those extra items that you don’t need.  If you have some sheets that are worn but not quite ready for the trash, consider donating them to a local animal shelter.  Determine what you use and stick with your plan. I like to have two sets of sheets for each bed so I always have one set clean if a quick change is needed.  I’ve also done away with our regular sheets and only use a fitted sheet and duvet.  The sheet just always ended up crumpled at the end of the bed and was such a pain when making the bed.  For the winter months, I’ll just layer on an extra throw blanket or quilt.  Store your extra linens underneath the bed in a flat tote or in a bench at the end of the bed for easy access when needed.

Get in the habit of making your bed every day when you wake up.  It is the quickest and easiest way to make your room look cleaner and more organized.  As much as I love throw pillows, if they’re always on the floor they’re going to add to the clutter rather than beautify your space.  Buy only what you will use and put away.  You could also look for a large basket to keep the pillows tidy when they’re off your bed.

Declutter and Organize your Clothes and Accessories

The clothes closet can be a huge source of extra clutter and chaos.  Go through your clothing seasonally to determine what you love and wear regularly.  Having fewer clothes that all fit and look great on you makes for much smoother mornings!  Check out these posts to help you declutter and organize your items so that it works for you and your space…

How to Declutter Your Clothes
Closet Organization Tips
Master Closet Organization

Add Functional Lighting

Proper lighting is essential to create a comfortable and functional space.  Brighter, overhead lighting will likely be needed at times, but softer lighting is ideal for those pre-bedtime routines.  If you only have one light, think about adding a dimmer so you can bring the lights down before bed.  It you like a reading light or bedside light, wall mounted lights are perfect for those smaller spaces or to create extra room on your bedside table.

{source: The Lily Pad Cottage}

Make it Cozy

A decluttered and organized bedroom doesn’t mean that it has to be cold and unwelcoming.  Once you have cleared everything out that isn’t essential, start layering back those special items of yours to really personalize your room.  Having a clear space will let you see and enjoy the items that you love the most. Add in photos of loved ones, relaxing candles, a cozy blanket, favorite art work, or anything else that makes you happy.  Just make sure that everything has a place and there’s lots of space for the eyes to rest.

{source: Oh.Eight.Oh.Nine}

{source: Fox Hollow Cottage}

For more tutorials on cleaning the master bedroom, head on over to this post.  You’ll find a full printable cleaning checklist along with tips and tricks to get it all done.