Spring Cleaning Checklist for College Students {3 DIY Natural Cleaners}

Happy Wellness Wednesday everyone!!  Spring is (basically) here in the midwest, which means it’s time for spring cleaning!  Spring cleaning not only refreshes the home, but it also refreshes the mind, body, and spirit!  Being a college student, it’s often a little too easy to slack on cleaning up around the apartment, especially with such a busy schedule!  With that being said, I decided to create a checklist based around the living situations of college students that can be completed all at once, or throughout the spring season!  This checklist can be used by anyone looking for inspiration and a guide for spring cleaning, and I even added in a few extra spaces for you to write down your own checklist items!

Download the PDF: Spring Cleaning Checklist!

Download the PDF: Spring Cleaning Checklist!

Since spring cleaning often requires a lot of chemical use, I also wanted to share three of my favorite natural cleaner “recipes”!  These cleaners are all natural, and will cut down on the use of harmful chemicals around the home!

DIY Natural Cleaners

All-Purpose Spray

2 cups water

1/2 cup white vinegar

2 tablespoons baking soda

20 drops of essential oil (lavender, eucalyptus, tea-tree, and orange are popular essential oils!)

To Make

Pour water and vinegar into a spray bottle, add baking soda and essential oil, shake gently before use!

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Glass Cleaner

1 cup water

1 cup white vinegar

1/2 cup fresh lemon juice

20 drops of essential oil

To Make

Pour water and vinegar into a spray bottle add lemon juice and oil, shake gently before use!

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Mold/Mildew Remover

2 cups water

1/4 cup baking soda

20 drops tea-tree oil

To Make

Pour water into a spray bottle, slowly add baking soda and oil, shake gently before use!

I am so excited to share more DIY, organic/natural products with all of you, so definitely stay in touch for future posts!  Also if you haven’t already, make sure you check out my last Wellness Wednesday post featuring My Favorite Green Smoothie for Spring!

Love & Good Vibes

Tessa

Today’s Inspiration

20 Comments

  1. March 11, 2017 / 10:41 am

    Might have to try the DIY natural cleaner one! great post.

    • Tessa
      March 11, 2017 / 10:50 am

      Thank you so much, I definitely hope you do!! Happy Saturday!!
      xo, Tessa

  2. March 11, 2017 / 11:37 am

    This is a great resource! And your pictures are gorgeous!

    • Tessa
      March 11, 2017 / 11:44 am

      Thank you so much Laurisa, I really appreciate it!! Happy Saturday!!
      xo, Tessa

    • Tessa
      March 11, 2017 / 4:40 pm

      Thank you so much, definitely let me know if you do!! Happy Saturday!
      xo, Tessa

  3. March 11, 2017 / 7:23 pm

    Thanks for the DIY product recipes! I’m definitely trying these!

    • Tessa
      March 11, 2017 / 7:26 pm

      You’re welcome, I’m so glad you found them helpful!! Thank you so much!!
      xo, Tessa

  4. March 11, 2017 / 9:50 pm

    Great post! Awesome and practical tips. Love the pics by the way!

    • Tessa
      March 11, 2017 / 9:57 pm

      Thank you so much Monika, I really appreciate it!!
      xo, Tessa

  5. March 12, 2017 / 1:25 pm

    First, the visuals for this post are beautiful! And! This checklist is good for any home! Great post girl! Love it much!

    xoxo!
    Andi
    http://www.ouiwegirl.com

    • Tessa
      March 12, 2017 / 2:09 pm

      Thank you so much Andi, I really appreciate it!! You’re so sweet, and I’m so glad you found it helpful!! <3
      xo, Tessa

  6. March 12, 2017 / 9:23 pm

    Wow! I definitely could’ve used this in college when I was clueless to all of this haha. Love it!!

    • Tessa
      March 12, 2017 / 10:53 pm

      Thank you so much!! I agree, I still feel pretty clueless sometimes!! Happy Sunday!
      xo, Tessa

    • Tessa
      March 12, 2017 / 11:24 pm

      Thank you so much Caitlin, I feel the same way about your posts!! Happy Sunday!! <3
      xo, Tessa

    • Tessa
      Author
      March 14, 2017 / 3:13 pm

      Thank you SO much Courtney, that means the world to me that you think that!! Your blog is one of my favorites to read, I love all of your tips and advice on health and wellness!! <3
      xo, Tessa

    • Tessa
      Author
      March 15, 2017 / 8:35 am

      Thank you so much, I really appreciate it!! Definitely let me know if they work for you!! Happy Wednesday! <3
      xo, Tessa

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