Welcome, March. I’m so glad you’re here! Spring is coming this month, and it’s the perfect time to dust off the winter cobwebs and make things fresh. I plan to do 5 days of cleaning to kick off the season. Join me for the homestead spring cleaning.
I’ll be starting the spring cleaning on Monday of next week and posting each day as I clean my way through the checklist. So let’s clean together and refresh our spaces to enjoy the new season.
I’ve created a checklist with three items each day to clean not only the inside but the outdoor spaces as well. Before we begin, let’s gather the materials needed for the tasks on the list.
Homestead Spring Cleaning Materials:
Day 1:
gardening gloves
seed packets
organic soil
Day 2:
broom with a long handle
cleaning spray
disposable rags
Day 3
cleaning spray
micro fiber rags or paper towels
step stool
Day 4
line and clothespins for hanging laundry
essential oils
cleaning spray and rag
magic eraser
Day 5
long rubber gloves
baking soda
cleaning spray and rags
step stool
coconut oil
Here is the recipe for the multipurpose cleaning spray that I use for everything! I store it in a brown glass bottle with a silicone bottom.
Multipurpose cleaning spray recipe:
Filtered water
5% to 7% vinegar
Mix 1 part vinegar with 2 parts water. If using a 16-ounce bottle, add 20 drops of tea tree, 20 drops of lemon, and 10 drops of thyme essential oil.
Don’t forget to get the kids involved! There are so many items on the list they can do. Cleaning windows, sweeping baseboards, and planting seeds. When everyone works together to make the home a pleasant space, it is rewarding for all. I always tell my boys, “Many hands make light work,”
Thanks for following along on our journey. For more homemade family inspiration and recipes, visit us @homesteadonlakeside
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