Encouraging Hearts and Home: Spring Cleaning

I know it's just about that time where I should do a nice deep cleaning of the house.  In the spring I try to clean some of those places I don't think to clean all that often during my weekly cleaning-- things like washing all the windows, inside cupboards, behind the appliances, etc.  And every year I think of my grandmother who used to wash EVERYTHING in the house even ironing all her sheets, draperies, and linens before putting them back.  We had a few posts last week dedicated to cleaning and I thought this was the perfect time to feature them. 


And Now, It's Time for This Week's Encouraging Hearts & Home Blog Hop!  

 

Join your Encouraging Hearts & Home Co-Hosts each week for encouragement and support for your heart & your home. We hope to provide a space that builds each other up and lends a helping hand along the way. With all the negativity in the world, let's shine a positive light!


The Posts with the most views from last week:





Some of my favorites from last week:






Small Yarn Balls Storage Ideas by The Little Treasures



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Comments

  1. Aw, yes, it is that time of year to start the deep cleaning and open the windows to let the fresh air flow through! Thanks for hosting, Joanne!

    Shelbee
    www.shelbeeontheedge.com

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    1. I'm hoping to motivate myself as I just want to skip the cleaning and spend all my time outside.

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  2. Thank you so much for the feature of my yarn ball storage idea, Joanne!

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  3. Just visiting links today, nothing to linkup. I have parties open if you'd like to drop by with some of your posts.

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  4. Jo Anne,
    Thanks so much for taking the time to host this lovely party!! Happy Easter to you and your family!! Stay safe, healthy and happy!!
    Hugs,
    Debbie

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    1. I hope you and your family had a wonderful Easter, Debbie.

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  5. Thanks so much for featuring my post on spring cleaning the heart. I need to get back at the spring cleaning...both in my home and in my heart.
    Thanks also for hosting!

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    1. You're welcome, Shannon! Thanks for sharing it with us.

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  6. I definitely want to do some cleaning soon!

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    1. I want to find that motivation to clean.. I have begun cleaning up around the outside of the house though so that counts for something.

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  7. We made a start then life became busy and now we need to get back to it. I remember my mom doing serious spring cleaning every year. When I was young my sister and I were in charge of washing all the screens while my mom and dad washed the windows. We will probably pay someone this year to wash ours : )

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    1. We have hired window crews to wash ours before. We have so many windows that we can't reach-- inside or out.

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  8. oh yes baking soda- such a miracle worker~

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  9. Yes Joanne, this is the perfect time of year to do some deep cleaning. I like the features this week and thanks for hosting. Enjoy the end of the week and have a nice weekend.

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    1. Thanks Julie, I hope you have a nice weekend too. We can't wait as it starts our Spring Break!!

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  10. Your grandmother's cleaning routine sounded intense but amazing! I need to read some of these posts for some inspiration!

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    1. It was a real sight to behold. I don't think I have ever done anything anywhere near to close to what she used to do.

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  11. I just pinned the cleaning your coffee machine the easy way. I have had my Nespresso for a few months and I think it is time to clean it. So thank you!

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  12. Thank you, Joanne, for hosting this lovely party! I enjoyed all the inspiration shared on here! Hope you have a wonderful week!

    Hugs,

    Tee @ Teediddlydee

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  13. Yes! Already did the windows, the cupboards and the closets! I can enjoy the sun..... when it wil be here.

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    1. Wow! Look at you go!! I tackled cleaning out the garage today and have begun working outside the home but I'm not real motivated to clean inside.

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  14. I try to stop by when I'm on Facebook but I only pop in once a week at most.

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  15. Yes, spring cleaning! For someone who enjoys cleaning (sometimes), I need to get at it.

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    1. I enjoy cleaning at time too but I definitely have to be in the mood to get it done.

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