How to Be the Best Homemaker

A beautiful, vibrant home doesn't just happen. It must be visualized first. If you haven't envisioned where you are going, how will you ever get there?

Effective homemakers have a vision.

ROUTINE

Get Yourself Ready Every Day

You will be more productive when you get dressed and put a little makeup on and feel good about yourself.

Try to Wake Up Before the Rest of the Family

Getting up before your family will give you some headspace you didn't know you needed.

Create a Daily Rhythm

A daily rhythm is an intentional flow to your days.

Plan Out Your Days

Prepare and plan for the next day. Having a plan helps you to stay focused on the things you really want to get done that day.

CLEANING

Decluttering Tips

We must talk about decluttering befoe we talk about cleaning. The less STUFF equals less to clean. Once your home is decluttered, it becomes much easier to clean.

Decide ahead of time what you will do with the things you are getting rid of. Have a box handy for donations, a bag for trash and a box for things that you can sell.

Tackle one room at a time. If you tackle everything at once, you will become overwhelmed.

Remember everything has a home. If it doesn't have a home or a place for, this is a sign it is time to get rid of it.

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CLEANING TIPS

Here are a few tips to improve your homemaking cleaning skills:

Always Make Your Bed

It only takes a few minutes and can really start your day off on the right foot.

Involve Your Kids

If your children are capable of helping with certain tasks, they should be included. Don't feel overwhelmed and do it all on your own. You don't have to. Children will learn the necessary skills and it will lighten your load.

Run the Dishwasher Every Night

Getting into this routine will save your dishes piling up and making your kitchen look messy.

Clean as You Go

If you are able to pick up as you go, it isn't so overwhelming at the end of the day.

Nightly Clean Up

Regardless of how much you are tidying throughout the day, there will likely be something to put away at the end of the day. Just 5-10 mins each night before you go to bed of a quick tidy will get your home ready for a good start the next morning.

LAUNDRY

Do a Load a Day

Start a load in the morning and try and have it folded and put away by the end of the day.

GROWING FOOD

If you don't have a garden, here are some options for growing food in or around your home:

Grow Vegetables in Pots - Put plants in containers or posts around your home. This is a very easy way to get started.

Start Seedlings for Free - Save your own seeds from the things you are already eating. This is the best way to save money.

Why Gardening?

Growing your own food should be a top priority with the way the world has been lately.

Not only are you providing food for your family, you can teach your kids so much by gardening. Kids learn the value of food and the hard work that goes with it. This gives them responsibilities such as watering and tending to plants. This will also help give them some ownership over what they are growing. There is a better chance they will want to eat all the vegetables if they are involved in the process.

MAKING YOUR HOUSE YOUR HOME

If you struggle with decorating your home, there is help for you on pinterest with hundreds of ideas.

Thrift shopping is a great way to add beautiful pieces to your home without spending a fortune.

Tips On Creating a Cozy and Inviting space:

Light Candles

Keep Bathrooms Clean

Add Fresh Flowers

Use Throw Rugs and Cushions

Add Greenery

COOKING

You need to figure out a system that works for you and your family. Make a plan and remember, stay consistent.

Meal plan from the food you have on hand in your pantry and fridge.

Meal plan from your favourite grocery store sale flyer each week.

Monthly meal plan by writing out a month's worth of meals.

Pick a night of the week for a different type of meal.

Plan together with your family.

SELF CARE

Every good homemaker should know how to take care of herself. It may be reading, a bath or just sitting alone having a snack. Taking care of yourself is important.

Schedule Your Self Care Time

One thing I know is that if it's not on the schedule, it's probably not going to happen! When scheduling your week, be sure to put a spot in there for yourself (and for your man) so you can both have some alone time each week.

Unplug

Turn off the screens and give your mind some rest.

Connect With a Friend

Schedule a facetime call or text a few friends you haven't talked to in a while. Reconnecting with a kindred spirit can do wonders for you!

Get Outside

Take a short walk outside to refresh yourself.

Read a Good Book or Listen to a Podcast

Even if it is only 10 minutes a day, this will help you recharge your battery.

Go to Bed Early

Turn off screens an hour before you go to bed. Read a book instead. This will help you fall asleep earlier.

Create Something

If you don't have a hobby, find one.

Eat Your Favourite Food

Nothing else needs to be said here. 🙂

Journal

Writing things down or brain dumping can be very therapeutic, epecially when you have a lot on your mind.

BUDGETING

A well-planned budget can help you achieve your goals to spend less, save more, and pay down debt. Creating a budget that emphasizes frugal living can not only help you meet your financial goals but can also help you minimize unnecessary expenses.

How to Create a Frugal Budget:

Homemade Products

If you have a handmade skill like crocheting or cross stitching, definitely start there! If not, here are some ideas:

Peppermint Bath Salts

DIY Tea Towels

Handmade Oatmeal Cinnamon Soap

DIY Bath Bombs

Stove Top Potpourri

Flower Pressings

Sugar Scrub Cubes

DIY Lavender Candles

If you made it this far, know that I am so proud of you. As we grow as homemakers, remember that it's not about what we do, but about the people we are taking care of.