It's time to start thinking about spring cleaning ... that fresh start after a long, cold winter. Everyone has their own cleaning style and motivations – and our archives of great cleaning articles and printables proves it! Check them out below and get inspired!
Get a Jump on Spring Cleaning with these 80 Things to Declutter NOW!
If you're just getting started tidying up, you'll probably want to start with a good round of decluttering. Life is so much easier when we're organized, so we've complied a list of places to declutter that you might be overlooking. With our handy printable, you'll be able to check them off as you go! Check out the article here, or get your free printable now:
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Here's How to Tidy Up Your House in Just 5 Minutes a Day
On the other hand, maybe you've done the whole decluttering thing and your home is looking quite tidy, but there are still some places that need attention regularly. You can make these tasks more fun by taking just 5 minutes a day to attend to them. Read this article for tips, then use our printable checklist to keep track of the tasks you accomplish each month:
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8 Ways to Get Kids to Help with Chores
As every parent knows, it's not always easy to get your kids to help with chores. These 8 tips will help you get the kids onboard, from starting them young to making it fun. Plus our free printable offers a list of age-appropriate chores to help guide you through assigning tasks to each child:
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We hope these give you some inspiration as you embark on spring cleaning!
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