Spring Reset: How to Simplify Your Home Before Summer Chaos Hits

You know that moment when the school year winds down, the days stretch longer, and suddenly — bam! — your home turns into a chaotic tornado of sandals, swim gear, and half-packed vacation bags?

If you're nodding along, you're not alone. Spring is the perfect time for a reset — before the whirlwind of summer activities takes over.

Why a Spring Reset Matters

When we skip a seasonal transition, clutter piles up and so does mental overwhelm. It's not just messy closets or crammed garages — it's that sinking feeling of being behind before summer even begins.

Without intentional preparation, decision fatigue creeps in. Instead of enjoying spontaneous weekend trips or lazy backyard afternoons, we’re scrambling to find sunscreen, sort out swimsuits, or clear space for bikes and beach chairs.

The good news? With a little focused effort now, you can set yourself up for a summer that feels light, organized, and joyful.

5 Simple Spring Reset Steps

1. Transition Storage Areas for Summer Living

In our house, the garage gets a seasonal flip. We move ski gear up high and bring bikes, helmets, and summer gear front and center. No digging required.

**Action Tip: Prioritize easy access to what you’ll use weekly. Store winter or off-season items out of the way.

2. Refresh High-Traffic Entryways

Our mudroom and entryway go through a mini-makeover: heavier rugs and boots out, flip-flops and pool bags in.

**Action Tip: Create a "summer landing zone" with essentials like sunscreen, sunglasses, hats, and grab-and-go pickleball bags.

3. Rotate Your Wardrobe

In my own closet, I shift summer clothes front and center. It cuts out the morning shuffle and saves so much time.

**Action Tip: As you rotate, set up a donation basket. If you didn’t wear it last summer or it doesn't feel good, it’s time to let it go.

4. Kids' Clothes and Gear Check

For my son, we do a seasonal inventory early. What fits, what doesn’t, and what needs replacing before the weather changes.

**Action Tip: Save yourself last-minute shopping by checking summer essentials now.

5. Set Up Ongoing Donation Stations

During spring, I keep a donation basket in my closet and garage. Quick decisions = less overwhelm.

**Action Tip: Label donation bins in 1-2 areas of your home and set a goal to drop them off weekly. Instant space, instant relief.

🌟 Ready for Your Spring Reset?

Create space for a lighter, more joyful summer.

• Transition winter gear out of everyday reach

• Set up a summer landing zone (entryway or mudroom)

• Rotate your summer wardrobe to the front of the closet

• Declutter kids’ clothes and gear — donate what no longer fits

• Create a grab-and-go bag for pool, beach, or park days

• Establish a “good enough” weekly home rhythm (not perfection)

• Leave space on your calendar for spontaneous summer fun

• Let go of Pinterest-perfect summer expectations

Progress over perfection. Presence over pressure.

You've got this — here’s to a summer that feels lighter, freer, and full of joyful memories!