Planning Your Sustainable New Year

The week between holidays is perfect for planning. Here's how to set up a sustainable 2026:

Review Last Year

• What worked well?
• What could be improved?
• How much did you save?
• How many items did you keep out of landfills?

Set Goals

• Buy secondhand first
• Sell X items per month
• Reduce new purchases by X%
• Teach kids about sustainability

Create Systems

• Set up a selling routine
• Create organization systems
• Schedule regular closet cleanouts
• Plan seasonal shopping

Budget Planning

• Set a clothing budget
• Track secondhand savings
• Plan for seasonal needs
• Budget for quality items

Education Goals

• Learn about sustainable fashion
• Teach kids about the environment
• Read books or articles
• Join sustainability communities

Community Building

• Connect with other TrunkMatch users
• Share tips and experiences
• Support local sellers
• Build relationships

Track Progress

• Keep a log of purchases
• Track money saved
• Count items kept out of landfills
• Celebrate milestones

Planning now makes sustainable living easier all year!