Every spring, I start to see articles about spring cleaning that make me feel totally lazy and uninspired. Dusting on top of the ceiling fan? Cleaning behind the toilet? Scrubbing every millimeter of grout in the bathroom with a toothbrush? Boring, and soooo not gonna happen!

I have recently reformed my messy ways with a new outlook on cleaning. Focus on beauty and enjoyment, and the rest comes together.

For example, my abode was smelling kinda (ok, really) stale from having the windows closed all winter and chain smoking. I recently quit, and when my sense of smell returned, I discovered what everyone else already knew - that my apartment smelled like a wet 'n' musty ashtray. Now, I guess lugging all the curtains, cushions, pillows, fabric, and all to the laundromat or dry cleaner would be the proper way to de-stinkify (maybe one day), but I discovered an easier way.  I treated myself to an incense shopping spree on Etsy, opened the windows wide and burned the stuff non-stop. The ciggy smell is totally gone, replaced with Toasted Almond and Pumpkin Spice. Mmmm, now that's housekeeping!

I've also noticed that when the cleaning supplies themselves are pretty, I'm much more likely to use them. I have a lovely cream-colored crocheted dishcloth along with some woven tea cloths from Etsy, and I feel so much more inspired to wipe down the kitchen counter with these pretties. Plus, I feel better because I'm doing good for the environment. Yes!

So, whether you're the messy-type who's trying to whip things into shape, the cleaning-perfectionist type who's about to start tackling the ceiling fan, or somewhere in between, treat yourself to some nice supplies to get the job done!

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