Spring cleaning reinvented: Take the One Room a Month challenge!

No more exhausting spring cleaning! What if we turned this tradition into a fun and manageable family project all year long? That’s exactly what the One Room a Month Challenge offers, a modern and realistic approach to keeping your home organized.

This innovative method completely rethinks the way we approach home maintenance. Instead of doing it all at once, we suggest breaking this colossal task down into small, achievable monthly projects, allowing the whole family to participate without feeling overwhelmed.

Why adopt the monthly cleaning challenge?

• No more pressure of spring cleaning
• A clean and organized home all year round
• Manageable tasks that fit into our busy daily lives
• An opportunity for an enriching family project
• An in-depth interview of each space

3 Ways to Participate in the Home Organization Challenge

1. Sign up for monthly emails

Receive every month:

• The detailed action plan
• Organizational tips
• Family Motivation Tips
• Personalized checklists

2. Download The Little Hacks

For fans of paper organization:

• Print the monthly guides
• Insert them in your family organization binder , "Household Maintenance" section
• Track progress month by month
• Adapt the plan to your pace

3. Use the Octave app

For fans of techno organization:

• Access interactive to-do lists
• Integrate tasks directly into your calendar
• Assign responsibilities to each family member
• Track progress in real time

The 3-step method for efficient cleaning

1. Plan smart

• Establish a realistic annual schedule
• Take into account the seasons (eg: garage in summer)
• Adapt according to your busy periods
• Plan family time

2. Clean up and organize

• Always start with decluttering
• Sort by categories
• List the needs
• Optimize space

3. Involve the whole family

• Assign tasks that are appropriate for each person
• Make the process fun
• Plan for rewards
• Celebrate successes

Bonus tip for successful home organization

The first year takes more effort as you set up the systems. After that, it's much easier - just maintain! The secret? Maintaining good habits between monthly cleaning sessions.

Ready to take on the challenge? Choose your mode of participation and start transforming your home, one room at a time!

Find all the tools to succeed in this challenge in the Octave application and on the Belles Combines website.

How does this challenge fit with your organizing style? Share your questions and experiences in the comments!