Spring Home Refresh + A Giveaway
This post is sponsored by Greenleaf Gifts; all opinions are 100% my own.
Now that we’re past the pollen deluge that the South ‘enjoys’ in the spring, it’s time to get my outdoor living spaces ready for daily use. There are a few easy tips that I follow every year to get things ready for us to enjoy months of outdoor living (plus there are a few things I do to freshen up the inside, too).
The first step is pressure washing our porches and deck. If you don’t have a pressure washer, a garden hose works as well. I take a few minutes to blast away the pollen and any leaves or cobwebs that have accumulated during the winter.
The next step is to rinse my outdoor cushions, throws, and furniture, and refresh our outdoor herbs and flowers. Usually by this point I’m ready to take a break and enjoy a cool drink and a book!
Greenleaf Gifts asked us to partner with them on this post and share their new spring scents: Cucumber & Lily and Meadow Breeze. I tried them both and honestly had a hard time choosing my favorite. It was a close call, but Cucumber & Lily edged out Meadow Breeze by just the slightest bit, probably because in addition to the fresh scent, I just love the pink and green packaging.
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