With longer days and a sense of renewal in the air, the arrival of spring is a great time to reset your home. The Spring Equinox on March 20, 2025, marks a natural shift, an opportunity to clear out the clutter and invite in fresh energy. Unlike winter’s deep cleaning, spring organizing is about simplifying, refreshing, and making space for what truly matters. Ready to embrace the shift? Follow these simple yet powerful organizing tips to bring order, lightness, and intention to your space this spring.

Step 1: Declutter with the Change of Seasons

Spring is about balance. Day and night are equal, making it the perfect reminder to bring balance to your home by letting go of excess.

Start with Seasonal Swaps:
-Pack away heavy winter coats, boots, and thick blankets.
-Bring out lighter clothing, fresh linens, and airy décor.
-Donate winter items you didn’t use (if you didn’t wear it this season, you probably won’t next year).

Let Go of Stagnant Energy:
-Sort through junk drawers, expired pantry items, and forgotten storage bins.
-Recycle papers, old magazines, and broken household items.
-Release anything that doesn’t bring joy or function into your life.

Spring Equinox Tip: Open your windows while decluttering! Fresh air helps clear both physical and mental space. 

Step 2: Deep Clean and Reset Your Space

Once you’ve decluttered, it’s time for a true spring refresh. Instead of just surface cleaning, focus on overlooked areas to reset your home.

The Spring Cleaning Checklist:
-Dust baseboards, ceiling fans, and light fixtures.
-Wash curtains, pillow covers, and bedding.
-Wipe down cabinets, drawers, and forgotten corners.
-Sweep and mop under furniture.
-Refresh the air by diffusing essential oils like lemon or eucalyptus.

Spring Equinox Tip: Consider natural cleaners made with vinegar, baking soda, and citrus for an eco-friendly, fresh start.

Step 3: Organize with the Elements of Spring

The Spring Equinox is tied to nature’s elements: air, earth, water, and fire. Use these elements as inspiration for your organizing efforts!

 Air: Create Breathing Room
-Leave open space on shelves and counters to invite lightness.
-Simplify décor: less is more when it comes to a fresh start.

 Earth: Bring Nature Indoors
-Organize a plant propagation station or bring in fresh greenery.
-Store gardening tools in an accessible spot, ready for gardening.

Water: Refresh and Flow
-Organize your kitchen with fresh, hydrating foods front and center.
-Declutter your bathroom and create a calming, spa-like feel.

 Fire: Energize Your Space
-Rotate and rearrange furniture to change the energy of a room.
-Light candles or switch to warm, natural lighting.

Spring Equinox Tip: Add a bowl of fresh lemons in the kitchen or entryway as a symbol of cleansing and renewal.

Step 4: Set New Intentions for Your Space

Remember that Spring isn’t just about organizing things, it should be about organizing your mindset and habits too. The Spring Equinox marks a new beginning, making it the perfect time to refresh your routines.

Spring Equinox Intention Ideas:
-Create a morning or evening routine that brings peace.
-Dedicate a space for mindfulness, journaling, or yoga.
-Set a goal to maintain an organized home with small daily resets.

Spring Equinox Tip: Write down your goals and display them in a visible place as a reminder of your fresh start.

Step 5: Celebrate Your Fresh, Organized Home

Once you’ve decluttered, cleaned, and set new intentions, take time to celebrate your refreshed space!

-Host a small spring gathering with fresh flowers and seasonal foods.
-Spend time in your decluttered space and appreciate the calm it brings.
-Open your doors, let the light in, and embrace the new energy of the season.

As you welcome the fresh energy of spring, let your home reflect the clarity and balance this season brings. By letting go of what no longer serves you, you’re making room for new possibilities. Not just in your home, but in your life! So take a deep breath, step into this new season with intention, and enjoy the peace and order you’ve created. Organizing doesn’t have to be overwhelming, just take it one step at a time, and before you know it, your space will feel refreshed and revitalized. Need help getting started? Let’s chat!