Ahh, autumn… the season for cuddling under blankets, sipping pumpkin-y drinks, and—hold up, tidying the house? Yes-siree – November cleaning is the new spring cleaning, except wiping down cabinets and dusting tables doesn’t sound at all like “fall fun.” That’s why we’ve got some sweet ideas to stepping up your seasonal tidying this year, so read on for a little extra sparkle to your clean-up party! (As an Amazon Affiliate, this website earns commissions for qualifying purchases.)
1. Listen to music / a playlist of favorite songs.
Cleaning goes by much faster when you’re vibing with some energetic tunes. Turn on music that gets you pumped, and jam out while you work (but not so hard that you don’t get anything done).
Editor’s Tip: When I don’t have time to find a playlist, I just ask Alexa to play KSBJ (Christian favorites), and it gets me going!
2. Use a checklist.
There’s nothing more satisfying than crossing completed items off a list, especially when you’re getting closer to having a clean house. Write out all your tasks before you start, or use our comprehensive to-do list for cleaning the entire house. Snag the list here.
3. Invest in luxury/bougie cleaning supplies.
Feel fancy and chic while you freshen up your living space. Check out some of my Editor recommendations: The Tyler Diva Wash laundry detergent is pricey but worth every cent. If you plan to try it, just understand ahead of time that you're likely to get obsessed with it! (I use regular detergent and then add a small amount of this to the load to make my clothes smell heavenly.) I also like these super cute Swedish cleaning cloths for our kitchen. They're reusable, washable (up to 50 washes), biodegradable "paper towels" that are great for wiping down everything. And of course, you’ll want to finish off your cleaning day with a good dusting! Here’s our favorite ostrich feather duster.
From Bona hardwood floor spray to leather conditioning wipes, here's a short list of other luxury cleaning supplies that I recommend!
4. Count your steps.
Wear a smart watch or carry your phone in a pocket to track your steps. Cute and colorful belt bags are cheap and great to wear when you want to keep your phone on your person in a hands-free way.
5. Have a virtual party.
Set aside a time and day to clean your homeat the same time your besties are cleaning theirs. Keep each other posted throughout the session with phone chats, photos, and a video “walkthrough” at the end. Friends make autumn cleaning fun!
6. Plan a sale.
Ooh, la la! Decluttering is exciting when you start finding items that can make you some extra money. An old chair? Extra hangers? A few magazines you forgot you had? You might be surprised how much trash you can turn into cash. (Or plan a Swap Party with girlfriends!)
7. Set a timer.
It’s fun to beat the clock, and you’ll be motivated to work faster. Nothing’s like hustling to put away all your clothes before the timer runs out! If you find it especially challenging to stay on task, try this idea for a better chance at success.
8. Work, then reward time.
Rewards make everything better, including fall tidying! Will you go get a manicure? A gourmet coffee from Hebrews Coffeehouse? Plan a treat for when the cleaning’s over
9. Listen to a podcast.
Tidying the house is a good time to stream that podcast you never have time for. Cue up an episode on Spotify or Amazon Music, and gain inspiration while you mop the floors or wipe down the cabinets.
10. Rearrange the furniture.
I may be a bit obsessed with rearranging my furniture. It’s nice to try a different living room set-up from time to time. (In fact, it might even make you realize how lovely your original arrangement was!) Feel free to rearrange some things, or bring in a couple of new seasonal décor items to dress up your living quarters.
