It’s that time of year when we welcome spring and feel motivated to clear out from the long winter in anticipation of longer daylight hours knowing that spring is just around the corner. I always like to do a couple of projects in my home knowing that soon I will be spending more time outdoors.
Warmer weather allows us to open windows and to get some fresh air flowing through our homes. It’s a great time to declutter what no longer is loved or used and no longer serves us. We do change as time goes on which means our space needs to change as well. Being able to open the doors can give us that lift we need in order to get motivated. I love getting outside and seeing that new growth sprouting out of the ground. Mother Nature knows when it is time to make a change. Here are 7 of my tips that I hope will help you to get motivated.
Seven Tips for Happy Spring Cleaning/Clearing
- If you have houseplants this is a real growth period for them. They love the stronger sun, usually indirect lighting and the extra watering and attention. It’s also time to plant some seeds if you have the space and a great window.
- This is a great time to get all of the garbage, newspapers, and cardboard ready to get out to the bin or to the curb because it’s easier to get out and about.
- When the sun is shining through the windows and you are seeing the dust on the windows, on the blinds or the dust bunnies on the floor, clean it up right then. These are often areas that are unseen.
- Have you been noticing any winter clothing (coats, boots, mitts) that are scuffed up, missing buttons, with rips, holes? They really need to go! Hopefully, soon we can get rid of these things and next year they could be replaced with something better. You deserve the best, my friend!
- Cleaning up the entrance way, shaking out some rugs, sweeping the floor can really feel good and can really pave the way for new energy to come through your door. It is the first area people see when they come into your home!
- Seasonal change of clothes. You might not want to rush this but it can be helpful to start thinking about what you may not have worn all winter. It might be time to let go of some of these clothing items. Then you can assess your spring wardrobe.
- Sell or donate something that is big that you would like to let go of. Once the weather is clear you might not mind people coming in to your home to pick up the item.
What are your best tips for Spring Cleaning/Clearing? Please share below…………..
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I don’t do a spring clean of my whole house as I use a zone plan and clean a different area each month. But in March when spring begins to look real, I deep clean my living room and front door entrance. I clean those windows and the front door and change out accessories to reflect the season. This is the way I welcome spring!
I love this Jonda – It’s a great way to welcome spring. This is the area everyone sees when they come into your home. Welcome to my home and welcome spring. Thanks for commenting
While I love all the seasons, spring is the most magical one. It breathes hope. Cleaning and decluttering is a natural part of the seasonal change for me, especially in spring. We have a lot of windows. My window cleaner comes twice yearly (spring and fall) to clean them. I love it when he finishes! Everything looks brighter and happier (including me!)
Fairly soon, I’ll make the spring/summer clothing switch. Most of my clothes are wearable year-round, but there are some I switch out. During the process, I always assess and let go of items I didn’t wear or won’t wear. Last year, I used the app FLYP to sell some things. Other pieces I donate.
Hi Linda,
Sounds like you have it down to a science. I would love to have someone come in to do windows. It certainly is not my thing lol Thanks for commenting!
I don’t spring clean my house as I do a little all the time except for the windows. I do them twice a year. The spring cleaning occurs in my vehicle. Each spring I get rid of the sand, gravel and salt that collects on the floor mats, clean the windows and vacuum the upholstery. In the fall I get rid of the dirt from the beach, hiking and biking.
Hi Julie, That is a really great idea to add to the list. Cleaning out the car seasonally. I love it and I just found out I have a few free vacuum sessions that go along with car washes that I had purchased. Just might actually use them. Thank you for your comment!
Huh. I do have a pile of empty boxes in my garage. Good point about the weather being a factor. Maybe this is the week to break them down and recycle them.
I don’t usually have much in the way of cardboard boxes, but they always pile up around the holidays and again for my birthday, but there are now 7 cardboard boxes waiting to be recycled that weren’t here a week ago! So thank you for the reminder! And yes, this is the perfect time to boot the winter outerwear that isn’t up to snuff!