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🍁 Fall Cleaning: A Fresh Start Before the Leaves Fall
When we think of deep cleaning, spring tends to steal the spotlight. But I’ve always loved a good Fall Cleaning. A chance to reset before the cozy chaos of the colder months arrives. While spring is about clearing out the old, fall is about preparing for what’s ahead: more time spent indoors, shorter days, holidays, and heartier routines.
Fall cleaning doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. Think of it as a seasonal shift for your space to bring warmth, order, and comfort into your home and life before the pumpkins hit the porch.
Here’s why I love a good fall refresh:
🍂 It helps me feel more grounded as the season changes
🕯️ I can swap out light summer scents for warm, spicy fall ones
🧤 It gets me ready for hosting, decorating, and nesting
🛋️ I focus more on cozy corners and spaces I’ll be using more indoors
🧽 Simple Fall Cleaning Schedule
WEEK 1: Entryway + Seasonal Switch
Wipe down doorways and walls
Swap out summer shoes, sandals, and light jackets
Deep clean floor mats and rugs
Add a cozy basket for scarves, gloves, or umbrellas
WEEK 2: Kitchen Reset
Clean out pantry and wipe shelves
Take inventory for fall baking and cooking staples
Deep clean fridge and freezer
Wipe cabinets, backsplashes, and light switches
WEEK 3: Living Room Nesting
Dust and vacuum furniture and baseboards
Wash throws, pillow covers, and curtains
Clean windows to let in as much natural light as possible
Switch out summery decor for fall touches
WEEK 4: Bedroom & Linen Closets
Rotate or flip the mattress
Swap light bedding for warmer layers
Declutter nightstands and dressers
Organize linen closet and donate extras
Bonus Week (if you have time): Bathrooms + Self-Care Spaces
Scrub tubs, showers, and tile grout
Toss old toiletries and expired meds
Refresh hand towels and add a seasonal candle
Create a cozy self-care basket with lotions, teas, and favorite books
Fall is already such a sensory-rich season I like my home to feel like an extension of that. Whether you do it all in a month or just pick a room or two, give yourself permission to clean slowly and intentionally. It's not about perfection it's about feeling good in your space.
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