This giveaway is brought to you by Downy Wrinkle Releaser Plus. All opinions are my own.
Mother’s Day is fast approaching and I’m so excited! Of course, I’m hoping for a sweet drawing from Shane & a witty and sarcastic card from the Hubs {my favorite kind}, but I’m really excited to give my mom & mother-in-law their gifts! They are such amazing women and I am proud to call each of them “Mom”, so I truly look forward to the day every year where I get to celebrate them!
Whether you’re a mom or not, I want to celebrate you, too! Thanks to my friends at Downy, I’m giving away a great prize pack full of goodies to help you take the night off:
- $50 Olive Garden Gift Card {Let someone else cook tonight!}
- $10 Target Gift Card {Scented candles & bubble bath, anyone?}
- $10 Starbucks Gift Card {need I say more?}
- The famous Downy Wrinkle Releaser Plus plush robe
- A big bottle of Downy Wrinkle Releaser Plus so you can skip the ironing {or running your dryer five times, whichever}
I have to say we kind of rely on Downy Wrinkle Releaser Plus around here- we have a bottle in the closet, a mini bottle in each car, and even a bottle by the front door just in case. I’m absolutely the worst with pulling clothes out of the dryer in time. &Folding them in a decent amount of time. &Putting them away once they’re folded. &Keeping neat stacks once they’re put away.
Basically Shane could do laundry better than me. He’s not quite old enough, though, so until that time comes, we’ll rely on Downy!
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I only do major cleaning one day a week, all the other days I do light cleaning.
I’ve successfully convinced my boyfriend that I don’t know how to clean the shower, so he does it every time. That works as a shortcut for me.
I’ve started turning the dryer on a few minutes before I fold the clothes. It helps to get the wrinkles out. Thank you!
The rule in our house there is a place for everything and everything in its place
My cleaning tip is to use your used dryer sheets for dusting. The static electricity in the dryer sheet traps the dust
My tip is to use vinegar and a microfiber cloth for windows and mirrors. Leaves them sparkling with no lint residue.
My tip is to give away any clothes that you have not worn in over a year to declutter your closet.
I make a lot of one dish meals in the crockpot. They are such a time saver and it cuts down on the amount of dishes I need to clean
I like making roasts and then using the meat to make different casseroles in the week. Makes it a little easier.
I cook double batches and freeze the extra.
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I clean as I go while cooking that way at the end of dinner I don’t have a sinkfull of dishes, pots, pants, bowls, etc.
I meal plan every weekend for the week ahead and take extra curricular activities, appointments and schedules into consideration. Easier meals on busy afternoons!
When I’m on a phone call, I usually do some picking up or clean out a draw or two.
A cooking shortcut that I make is to cooking stock and put is in muffin tins and freeze! This way I always have cooking stock when I need it. Another cooking shortcut I do, is when I need butter to soften fast, I grate it into a bowl and it softens so quickly this way!
I use wash clothes to clean my wood floors instead of the swifter sheets ,easier to just wash the cloth than to have wet clothes that dry up
Almost every night, I like to order take out so I don’t have to cook. I hate cooking!
I usually make dishes that require just 1 pot during the busy week, for example I’ll cook chicken (boil on the stove) after that add rice and top with vegetables.
I like to prep meals ahead of time.
On the kiddos’ beds, I put a fitted sheet and then a wet pad sheet and then another fitted sheet. This way if there’s an overnight leak or potty accident, I just peel off that top layer. When we go accident free, it makes my Monday linens days easy because I am able to just peel off that top layer for instant fresh, clean sheets. On the baby crib I do multiple layers when I make the bed from scratch since cribs are such a pain to make 🙂
I do my windows using ammonia, water and vinegar and use a commercial squeege
My cooking shortcut is to use meal planning and slow cooker
I do freezer cooking for weekday shortcut cooking.
I keep a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser in my shower for cleaning touch ups.
I love “dump” dishes that can use whatever I have on hand – things like soups, casseroles and spring rolls – to use whatever needs to get used up soon. I try to do at least one a week to reduce food waste.
I love to use cleaning wipes!
Heat water with some vinegar in the microwave for 10 minutes and then it will wipe clean and remove all odors. I also like to use vinegar/baking soda to clean and freshen the drain.
I empty the dishwasher so the dishes can go directly into the dishwasher instead of the sink.
I make double batches of meals on the weekends to freeze for during the week!
I make food one night that I can turn into multiple dishes during the week!
At least one day a week, I use any leftovers in the fridge for a delicious soup.
I try to always make meals that will feed us for more than one meal. My son is good about eating leftovers.
Use club soda and salt to get out stains in furniture and carpets.
When I have time to cook, I make a lot of extra on purpose so I can freeze which gives us nutritious meals throughout the week.
Instead of using a deodorizer for the kitchen, I cut a lemon and wipe down instead.
I wipe the shower walls down after each shower
I spray down the shower doors with vinegar after every shower.
A good cleaning tip – when short notice company comes just pick up the clutter.
Everything looks cleaner then.
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I cook meals on the week ends and freezer them for week for dinner.
A shortcut I use when cleaning that is so helpful, is I use a cleaning cart that rolls around with me, it has everything I need so I am not wondering all over the house looking for my cleaners and supplies.
I use a daily shower spray that helps keep soap scum at bay and also makes weekly cleanings a snap.
Instead of paper towels to clean windows I use coffee filters. No streaks and no lint pieces.
Chuckle.s. I ask everyone in the house to do chores.
I dont always rinse the dishes before the dish washer and Ive been know not to dry the dishes either. I hate dishes, to me its the worst cleaning job.
When the showerhead starts running a little slow, I soak in white vinegar and scrub lightly with an old toothbrush.
I use baby wipes to clean up bathroom floor dust!
Back in my pre-married/pre-dad days, pulling the clothes out of the drier right as it finished and laying them out flat right away was one trick I used regularly. Many years ago I ironed clothes, too, but no long. Absolutely must try Downy’s Wrinkle Releaser Plus, as lately the clothes don’t make it out of the drier on time any more. 🙂
I do once a month cooking so I have frozen dinners ready to go in the slow cooker! Makes life easier!
A fridge looks big and cleaning it looks even bigger. First toss out any bad food. Then start with wiping down the top shelves and work down. Baking soda and water make a great cleaner and won’t leave your fridge smelling like
harsh cleanser. Cleaning the fridge was never this easy.
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I don’t match or fold socks. My husband and I only keep 2 types of socks each, so we don’t really have to dig for them and I save time on matching/folding.
I use the Koolaid lemonade packet to clean the dishwasher! Works great!
I use rubbing alcohol to get rid of streaks on mirrors and glass tables.
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I use lemon juice and water to clean my kitchen. Whenever I use lemons, I save what i have left of them and put them in freezer till I have enough and put them in water and after 24 hours i have a great cleaner.
everyday a little bit that you don’t get overwhelmed
I trick the kids into doing the work.
clean as you go
One cleaning tip is to use baking soda in you laundry to keep your
machine fresh
Do prep work for cooking while watching TV so, when it comes time to cook, I have all of the ingredients ready
My fast cleaning tip is to have my children join in and make a game out of it.
I line sheet pans with parchment or foil for easier clean up.
When I cook, I like to prepare double and freeze half for another day.
We lightly pre-rinse dishes so we can see if certain food residue may unexpectedly need scrubbing before dishwashing, reducing the need for repeated washing to remove the residue
I wear my jammies for two or three times before washing them.
I clean my glass stovetop with a paste made from baking soda and water—it works very well!
wear my clothes multiple times if they aren’t dirty before I wash them
Once a week I make a big meal. I then divide it up in half and I freeze half and I serve half.
one cleaning shortcut that I take is too keep a small basket of cleaning goods in a smaller size of containers with paper towels underneath my bathrooms sinks so I can refresh and do light clean ups, until I do my big weekly cleans thru the whole house.
I always wash on the same day each week, and that saves me a ton in energy bills.
I clean my blender by blending soap and water
I use baking soda and vinegar to clean the oven and stove.
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I unload the dishwasher as soon as they are clean so I everyone can put their dirty dishes in the dishwasher after they eat!
I do {at least} one load of laundry a day to prevent weekend fun from being sabotaged by my laundry pile!
My little shortcut is to wash things like refrigerator bins in the dishwasher. I know mine can take the heated dry cycle but if you aren’t sure about yours, remove it before the drying cycle.
I walk around the kitchen with a wet rag under my foot to wipe up the kitchen floor
I keep disinfectant wipes in both bathrooms to use to quickly sanitize the sinks and counters daily.
Every Sunday I make a meal plan for the week and then prep all of the items I can prep. I also love to make crock pot freezer meals that I can thaw and just throw in the crockpot before I leave the house in the morning.
One cleaning/homemaking/cooking shortcut that I take is to cook up ground meats and diced chicken ahead of time in batches to throw in quick weeknight meals. I keep it frozen in small bags and it makes meal prep so much faster.
I clean with upbeat music on and it makes the time go faster.
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I got tired of cleaning up after everyone so now the rule is pick up after yourself. If I have to do it they get demerits and less tv/video game time
I use a used dryer sheet to dust. Thanks!!
I clean as I go so I won’t have to deal with a mess later.
I use dryer sheets to clean the glass shower doors.
Sometimes I like to cook extra food because left overs make quick and easy meals.
I CLEAN MY SHOWER WITH SPRAY ON FOAM AND WIPE BEFORE I SHOWER AND THE SHOWERING DOES THE RINSING
Put everything back in its place right away to avoid clutter
A cooking shortcut, cook a huge batch of soup in the crockpot. Freeze it and get it out for an easy dinner later on.
I clean in the early morning when everyone is still asleep easier then
I start out with a box of cake mix and add my own ingredients and homemade icing.
I cook in the crockpot at least 2 times a week to save time!
I cook in the crockpot and pre make meals. 🙂
I like to cook extra so I have enough left overs for another night and just have to re-heat.
I cook most of our meals in a Crock Pot then only have one pot to wash and no big messes in the kitchen!!
I prep as much ahead of time when I put groceries away including marinating the meat before freezing and portioning out snacks.
For cooking, the best short cut is to just use the crock pot! I wish I knew a good short cut for cleaning…other than getting someone else to do it! 🙂
I make an extra portions when I cook so I can freeze them for later.
I do all the laundry Saturday morning so we don’t have to worry about it the rest of the week.
I use dryer sheets to pick up dust on my window shades and on the doorframes and such!
I make a meal on the weekend and my Daughter does the same. This way we have food cooked for the week.
I use a old wagon that used to belong to my daughter. I put a empty trash bag in it and pull it from room to room emptying the trash from each room into the bag.
i use baking soda to clean silver. Makes it shine like new.
I like to try and make food ahead on the weekends if I can to help save time during the week.
I make lists. Lists help me be prepared and know what i need ahead of time.
I let things pre-soak with a cleaner before I do all the scrubbing.It saves time and makes the job easier
I do one thing at a time, but also wash my laundry while cleaning so I am up to change the load!
One cooking shortcut I take when time is short is making semi-homemade meals.
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