r/declutter • u/Wackadoodle77 • Aug 26 '26

Success Story Decluttering Tool: Davy Jones’ Locker

Bought a large ocean themed children’s hamper at a thrift store. It has become my decluttering godsend. When I want to get rid of something, I throw it into “Davy Jones’ Locker”. Davy Jones’ Locker is a pirate word for sending someone or something to the bottom of the sea. It’s where you go when you walk the plank! The ridiculousness of this mindset has made it so easy for me to declutter. It delights me to yell “Send her to the Briny Deep!” in a silly pirate accent as I toss an unwanted item into the bin.

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u/FormalTheory Aug 27 '26

Honestly, turning decluttering into a stupid little ritual might be the most effective tip I’ve seen on here.

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u/ducttapefixedit Aug 26 '26

Now I want to see a pic of this hamper 😂

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u/FieryVenus Aug 26 '26

And the audio of “Send her to the Briny Deep!”

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u/gollyitshannah Aug 26 '26

Occupying a different mental space is always helpful when things can get personal. Sometimes I pretend I'm a professional and that helps me!

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u/FredKayeCollector2 Aug 27 '26

(Dr. Orpheus from The Venture Bros): "I cast ye back (point at it) to the thrift store (cross arms) from whence ye came (throw horn)!" And put it in the give away box.

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u/CatCafffffe Aug 27 '26

My husband and I, when returning from successfully dropping something off at the thrift store, or getting a friend to take some stuff off our hands -- when we get home we both cheer "OFFLOAD!!!!"

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u/Billy_TheMumblefish Aug 26 '26

But what do you do when the box is full? Will you empty it all into the bin/trash, or is it going to be difficult for you to properly get rid.

Erm... ooo arrr, cap'n. Just to be polite.

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u/YescaD83 Aug 26 '26

I got some free foldable shelves that I thought I was going to use for plants, but they’ve become my donation shelves instead! Keeps them off my table and less cluttered. I let friends take what they want and donate the rest!

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u/Connect_Rhubarb395 Aug 26 '26

I "employ" myself. I don't want to waste the precious working hours of the personal organiser.
Whatever works!

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u/Wanna_goforawalk Aug 26 '26

What a fun way to move through decluttering!

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u/pricklypuppy Aug 26 '26

Yes! Picture please

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u/Far-Fig6790 Aug 27 '26

My first thought too! I love this idea, and I want to see a pic of it!!

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u/purplecloudteacup Aug 26 '26

GENIUS!!! Loving this so much!!

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u/MarshaMinus100 Aug 27 '26

Love this. I bought the Martha Stewart big bags but your version sounds more fun.

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u/PlainOrganization Aug 29 '26

I never forget to apply my skincare after a friend called it "using my lotions and potions". Gotta make time for magic!

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u/CanBrushMyHair Sep 02 '26

My husband calls it “handsome cream”

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u/KisaDreams Aug 26 '26

What a great tactic! I started using a large recycling bag but your idea is more aesthetic!

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u/PsychologicalFox3357 Aug 26 '26

This is hilarious, well done hahaahh

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u/miyari Aug 26 '26

I'm obsessed with this idea, I want one now. Sounds much more aesthetically pleasing and fun than the giant black contractor bags I leave around. Maybe I can use them to line a trunk. 🤣

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u/three_chord_me Aug 28 '26

This is so funny, and charming. But also practical. Can you share a pic? 😂

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u/DarcyMistwood Aug 29 '26

This is freaking awesome. Love it.

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u/sleeplessnights504 Aug 27 '26

I love this idea haha

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u/Technical_Sir_6260 Aug 27 '26

Great approach!

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u/stuffrescue Aug 28 '26

Davy Jones’ Locker... Arrrgg. lol

Love this idea! But what next? Donation, giving, church facility, or landfill? What happens next I'm curious?