Today I started on decluttering and streamlining around the house.
I wrote a list of all the spaces in the house I want to tackle, mostly so I can have the satisfaction of crossing them off when I’m done.
In the kitchen, the top of the range hood was a small yet very glaring area, so I picked that place to start.
This area is home to a set of copper pans from France I was given for my birthday a couple of years ago, and they were looking a little unloved.
I googled how to clean them and was very happy to find the solution was both natural, and items I had at home.
A simple mixture of lemon juice and granular salt, plus a little bit of elbow grease.
I found this tip on the Martha Stewart site and people also said white vinegar and salt works well.
BEFORE
AFTER
This project took some energy to carefully rub all the pots clean but the result is hugely satisfying. I became engrossed with rubbing and scrubbing and let myself relax and enjoy the results instead of resenting the task.
I highly recommend starting a decluttering project in an area that is both really annoying and in your face every day, as well as not being too big or daunting.
I’m now motivated to tackle the next job, sorting out the girls clothes. Wow do those kids grow fast!
