A Fresh Start for the New Year

A Fresh Start for the New Year ✨

My go-to reset after the holidays

Let’s start 2026 off with a fresh start.

I love putting up Christmas decorations — the lights, the cozy vibes, all of it. But once the holidays are over, I’m always ready to take everything down, reset the house, and start the new year feeling clean and organized.

This is my favorite time to do a whole-home reset. Nothing extreme or overwhelming — just a few key tasks that make the biggest difference and help your home feel fresh again.

Here are my go-to must-do’s when I’m resetting for the new year.

✨ Clean Ceiling Fans & Light Fixtures

These are some of the most overlooked areas in the home — and they collect so much dust.

Cleaning fans and light fixtures:

    •    Instantly improves air quality

    •    Reduces dust falling onto furniture and floors

    •    Brightens rooms without changing a thing

Pro tip: clean these before doing floors so dust doesn’t undo your hard work.

✨ Wipe Down Trim, Doors, Baseboards & Window Sills

These spots quietly get dirty over time, especially during the busy holiday season.

A quick wipe-down removes:

    •    Dust buildup

    •    Scuff marks

    •    Fingerprints and pet smudges

It’s one of those tasks that doesn’t take long but makes your entire home look noticeably cleaner.

✨ Vacuum Mattresses

Your mattress holds onto dust, skin cells, and allergens more than you might realize.

Vacuuming your mattress:

    •    Freshens it up after the holidays

    •    Helps reduce allergens

    •    Is an easy step toward better sleep

Bonus points if you rotate it while you’re at it.

✨ Vacuum Inside Couches

Between movie nights, guests, kids, and pets — couches trap everything.

Vacuuming inside cushions and crevices:

    •    Removes crumbs, hair, and dust

    •    Extends the life of your furniture

    •    Makes your living space feel truly reset

You’ll be shocked at what’s hiding in there.

Starting the Year Clean

A new year doesn’t mean you need a full overhaul — sometimes it’s just about resetting the details that get ignored during busy seasons.

These few tasks help your home feel lighter, cleaner, and ready for whatever the year brings.

If starting fresh sounds good right now, we’re always here to help. 💚