The key to stress-free holiday hosting is preparing ahead of time! In this episode, I'm walking you through a simple checklist of things you can do right now to get your home looking (and feeling) fresh, clean, and guest-ready. From cleaning your washer and dryer to freshening up your front door and polishing the holiday china, these easy steps will help you enjoy the season without the last-minute scramble. A little prep now means a lot more peace (and a lot less stress) later!
HOLIDAY HOSTING CHECKLIST:
Laundry Area
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Drain and clean your washer filter
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Run a cleaning cycle on your washer tub
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Check and clean your dryer lint trap and vent
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Clean underneath and behind your washer and dryer
Kitchen
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Clean and freshen garbage disposals
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Run a cleaning cycle with dishwasher cleaner to freshen up your dishwasher
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Remove debris from the dishwasher filter
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Deep clean your refrigerator and freezer (inside and out)
Home Maintenance
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Replace air filters if needed
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Schedule a carpet cleaning or spot clean high-traffic areas
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Mow and blow your yard to tidy up outdoor spaces
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Freshen up your front door (wreath, doormat, etc.)
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Wash windows & windowsills
Entertaining Essentials
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Wash and organize your holiday china ahead of time
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Clean and polish serving pieces and glassware
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Set up caddies for flatware or utensils to pull out for easy entertaining
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