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8 Spring Cleaning Tasks To Reset Your Space

Get ready for the new season.

Anna Taylor

Apr 20, 2021

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8 Spring Cleaning Tasks To Reset Your Space

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There's something about the warm weather that is so refreshing. We've spent a lot of time in our rooms and houses this year, so take the time to reset it for the upcoming year. The best and more important part is that spring cleaning can be as intense or casual as you want. If you're looking for a place to start, here are some of my go-to spring cleaning tasks that can totally upgrade your mood and space.

Make a list of everything you want to get done

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Spring cleaning can be overwhelming. I've definitely started too many projects at once and then was left scrambling to finish them. Avoid that problem by writing down everything you want to get done during spring cleaning and don't feel like you have to do everything all at once.

Pack away your winter clothes

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The warm weather is right around the corner, so all of those winter coats shouldn't be taking up so much room in your closet anymore. Put your sweatshirts and sweatpants in bins and you'll be impressed by the amount of room you have for cute spring outfits.

Get rid of your old makeup and products

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I'm totally guilty of holding onto random products for way too long. Clear out space in your bathroom by getting rid of the products that have either expired or you just don't use anymore.

Wipe surfaces down

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This one might be obvious, but wiping down your desk or counter can just make everything smell and look a little extra clean.

Be honest about what clothes you're going to wear

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I'm so guilty of never getting rid of random pieces of clothes because I think I'm going to wear them eventually. If you've owned something for a long time and you never worn it, that's probably not going to change anytime soon so donate or up-cycle it instead.

Get rid of the applications you never use

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Cleaning your space also includes your virtual space. Get rid of those apps, photos, and messages you never use.

Rearrange your drawers

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Sometimes changing where you put things can spice things up a little bit. It might not sound like a lot, but it can make your space feel fresh.

Write down your goals for the new season

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Whether it be a promise to vacuum or change your sheets every other week, write down your organization goals for the new season. This will help you stay on top of everything for the long haul. Make sure to jot it down in your planner or on your phone so you see it often.

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8 Spring Cleaning Tasks To Reset Your Space

Get ready for the new season.

Make a list of everything you want to get done

Pack away your winter clothes

Get rid of your old makeup and products

Wipe surfaces down

Be honest about what clothes you're going to wear

Get rid of the applications you never use

Rearrange your drawers

Write down your goals for the new season

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6. Thank you for being my workout buddy everyday.

7. Thank you for sharing your closets with me.

8. Thank you for taking naps with me at random hours during the day.

9. Thank you for cleaning our home with me when we absolutely need to.

10. Thank you for all the rides when it’s late and you don’t want me to walk home alone in the dark.

11. Thank you for studying with me in our kitchen when we didn't want to go the library.

12. Thank you for making dinner with me.

13. Thank you for helping with my hair, makeup and outfit every time we go out.

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22. Thank you for dancing horribly with me everywhere we go.

23. Thank you for staying up super late with me when we aren’t tired or can’t sleep.

24. Thank you for being super weird with me.

25. Thank you for all the unforgettable college memories.

26. And most of all, thank you for being the best friends a girl could have.

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