Hooray, spring is here! And if you're anything like me, you're probably feeling eager to come out of hibernation and embrace the season of renewal. It's officially spring cleaning time!

In this blog, I'm excited to share a greener approach to your spring cleaning routine. The traditional store-bought cleaners are filled with chemicals that are potential hazards to your family's health. Consider trying DIY cleaning solutions. Not only are they safer for your loved ones, but they're also better for the environment. From countertops to carpets, I'd like to share the cleaning recipes I use that will leave your home sparkling and your conscience clear.

The recipes below were created by my wonderful sister, Stacy. With a decade of experience running her own housecleaning business, Stacy knows a thing or two about keeping a home spick and span. During that time she would clean my home and had her use the natural cleaning solutions I had purchased at the health food store. I asked her to research and test out some DIY ingredients and she found the perfect formulas that I'm sharing with you today.

These recipes aren't just any old concoctions; they come with the stamp of approval from my wonderful sister, Stacy. With a decade of experience running her own housecleaning business, Stacy knows a thing or two about keeping a home spick and span. After years of using store-bought products in my own home, I turned to Stacy for her expertise. Together, we delved into the world of DIY ingredients, testing and tweaking until we found the perfect formulas that I'm thrilled to share with you today.

So grab your apron and dust off your mop - it's time to dive into the world of natural cleaning. Let's make this spring the freshest, greenest one yet!

RECIPES

In the Disinfecting Cleaner recipe, I mention thieves oil. Here is how to make it. If you'd like to learn more about thieves oil, read this article from Healthline.

Thieves Oil Recipe

• 40 drops of clove bud essential oil
• 35 drops of lemon essential
• 20 drops of cinnamon bark essential oil
• 15 drops of eucalyptus essential oil
• 10 drops of rosemary essential oil

If you have any cleaning recipes you love, please share them with me. I'd also love to hear how your spring cleaning goes.