With the arrival of spring comes the fresh flowers, sunshine with blue skies (with the occasional snow storms for those who are brave enough to live in the Midwest), chirping birds and of course, spring cleaning. There is just something about the year’s transition into spring that promotes this sense of growth and renewal. Whether you are a Marie Kondo aficionado that is ready to chuck everything that does not spark joy in your life or someone who takes a more relaxed approach to all things cleaning and organizing, here are some top tips to help you get started. So fling open your windows to let some fresh spring air in and get to spring cleaning!
- Make a Room by Room Check List: It can be overwhelming to think of all the places, nooks and crannies that need to be attended to after a long and grueling winter. Take a deep breath of fresh spring air and a step back before diving head first into cleaning. Sit down and mentally go through each room in your home, making a room specific to do list with a dedicated time to focus on that room. You can write it out yourself or look to the internet for a free printable spring cleaning check list like this one here: https://justagirlandherblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Spring-Cleaning-Checklist-Blank.pdf.
- De-Clutter Your Space: This one is a no-brainer and yet, easier said than done. Take the time, as you move from room to room with your handy dandy room checklist, to really go through the space to get rid of objects that no longer serve their purpose or you just are not feeling anymore. It can be as simple as deep cleaning your fridge and tossing anything that has expired or throwing away junk mail that has been sitting on your table for the past month or so. While you may not be totally on board with the minimalist lifestyle that has been trending, clearing your space of any unnecessary objects will give you a sense of calm and peace.
- Simplify Your Wardrobe: Your closet is likely the area that needs the most TLC this time of year. Put away your wintery garments (although Midwesterns should probably keep their winter boots handy, just in case another snow storm rolls by), replace with more springy apparel. This is also the time to go through your hangers and drawers to see what can be donated or thrown away. For example, those old socks with the holes at the toes and bottom of the sole? You know, the ones that have the elastic worn out and retain odor despite the numerous washes? Please throw them out- I know you think no one would notice because you wear them under shoes but please, we all notice. And it’s 2019! Treat yourself to some fresh and cool bamboo fiber socks from Spiffy Socks that come in unique men’s and women’s patterns and styles with a monthly subscription that allows you to start your sock collection anew. First time subscribers can use code “IBAMBOOU” for 20% off their first subscription order! Check it out at https://www.spiffysocks.club/.