20 Cleaning Habits That Transformed My Home

[@ImaOKay522]

I worried for your family regarding the fires. So glad your home and family is safe❤

[@shannontorrens1]

I appreciate you thinking of us. 😊

[@audrey5941]

I’m SO excited for your kitchen renno! I know this has been a long time coming for you. I’ll live vicariously through your kitchen as I continue to wait in mine. I’ll be taking notes of things you learn along the way. I really appreciate you opening your home to us to follow along on your journey.

[@shannontorrens1]

Thank you so much for following along. We are trying to do a lot of research on everything before we make decisions. It's a lot of pre-work before the actual work haha.

[@carolynoquinn4573]

I agree!

[@doreenhayden-cote553]

Loved the video. Please make sure to keep posting on KZbin. I am not on Instagram but look at KZbin every day!

[@shannontorrens1]

Thank you for being here! I will be posting here every week =) I love KZbin!

[@colleenisaac6647]

I love that mop and bucket.

[@jennyjenkins877]

Hot rag, dry rag is a fantastic tip I learned from The Helpful Home. I think it's a technique as old as time because it works so well for preventing streaks.

[@shannontorrens1]

It’s such a simple thing that makes a big difference!

[@ImaOKay522]

My donation center is next door to my grocery store. 5 minutes from my house! So very helpful. I am very thankful!

[@shannontorrens1]

That is wonderful! We used to live really close to 3 different donation places and that made the drop-offs so handy.

[@Toni-747]

Hi Shannon! Yes, decluttering is the key! A viewer for 2yrs + you'd be so proud of how far I've come!😉 Stay safe & keep inspiring!❤

[@shannontorrens1]

I’m so happy to hear that you’ve made so much progress, it’s amazing! 😄

[@Julie-n9b]

I love fabric tablecloths (plus an underpad) too! Protects the table & provides coziness. I have several for each of the 4 seasons to rotate. They also serve as “seasonal decor” since I don’t officially decorate anymore except at Christmas.

[@j.christian6801]

I love all the tips -Thanks,Shannon

[@shannontorrens1]

Thank you for watching!

[@wandrousvindella716]

This one hit home for me. My daughter had 7 living GRANDmothers. All of them gifted her & I was always in her room "arranging". One day I panicked because I could not find her & she was in the middle of all the "stuffies". That was my clue to start a savings account & encourage donations (even if a dollar) I'm near Kathy's age and boy did we get into the acquisition era ! Love this video and do you think you'll be putting the W/D in the new kitchen, maybe at the end of the kitchen ? Nanna Wanda, Charleston SC

[@shannontorrens1]

I had a lot of grandparents, too, and my mom did the same thing for me. Opened a savings account for when I turned 18 =) Staying on top of the kid stuff is a weekly routine lol. We have thought about changing the washer/dryer setup over the years, but it would be too costly to try to bring it into the house. Also my husband said it would cause a noise issue since we are on a raised foundation.

[@tannif7455]

I'm using FOCUS as my word as I struggle to stay on task. I bought a whiteboard and now I write down what my daily reset tasks are and tick it off as I go. Helps me stay on task and motivated as I tick my checklist off. Also added zone cleaning, such as living room and do a little at a time, as time allows on the days, for that week. This whiteboard checklist keeps me focused and motivated.

[@parulyadav4048]

Cleaning motivation😊👍

[@shannontorrens1]

I’m glad you enjoyed the video! 😊

[@LupitaT-z2h]

I’m definitely going to implement the cleaning supplies idea and place them nearby .. Such a great suggestion ! 🧹🧽🫧

[@SandraCook-j4v]

Forgot to put in my post loving your hair it looks lovely suits you 🥰

[@shannontorrens1]

Thank you so much!

[@HBSVMom]

Thank you for sharing ❤

[@shannontorrens1]

Thank you for being here! =)

[@simply.clutterfree]

I need cleaning game changers! 😍

[@shannontorrens1]

❤

[@Crochetlady3-l1o]

Yes! Please keep doing Utube videos as I only look at instagram maybe once/week. Wanted to share that I went through my four cube bookshelf yesterday which is something I have wanted to do for a long time I was able to remove over 20 books including 7 hardback best sellers to donate to the library! The rest, mostly paperbacks , I will donate to my local and favorite charity/thrift store. I then put all the books left (still at least 40) back in the shelves in alphabetical order! My little library! Decorated with some of my favorite things as well including a colorful storage box (ocean themed/my favorite color, teal, with lid). Some of those books I have had since I lived in IN 10 years ago and was always "going to read". I am so satisfied with this bookshelf! Had been on my to do list for a long time and I am so excited to read all of these books ! (I read and/or listed to 48 in 2024)... Ty for your videos and inspiration Shannon! Hi from SC! Where we still have cold and snow!!!😳🙄☃️❄️🏝️

[@shannontorrens1]

That's amazing that you were able to donate so many books! You're making a difference! I will still be here on KZbin for sure. =) Instagram is an extra thing that I will share more personal stuff on just in case people are interested. I hope you are having a great day so far and staying warm.

[@SandraCook-j4v]

Love your area by the fire with the two chairs 🥰

[@shannontorrens1]

Thank you! 🤗

[@kellygaudet2281]

Thanks Shannon😊

[@lucytitus2183]

This has been so motivating! Thank you so much! ❤🤗

[@shannontorrens1]

Thank you! I hope you are doing well. =)

[@melissataylor8910]

Great video!! You look fantastic by the way! Love your new hair cut ❤

[@shannontorrens1]

Thank you!

[@BlingIsBest]

Hi Shannon, I like your new bangs. Enjoyed the video. ❤❤

[@shannontorrens1]

Thank you so much!

[@Ripplesinthewaters]

Good morning! I’ve been thinking of you and your proximity to the fires. Were your parents safe? My area on the edge of the IE has no fires, thank goodness, but my sister lives right next to the Chula Vista “Border 2” Fire. I know we get fires but this is insane! 😢

[@BlueBird-nf2gp]

I hope your family and friends stay safe. ❤

[@shannontorrens1]

Thanks for checking in! We are all good here, I hope your sister and family are too! 🙏

[@lindaroyal8161]

Your house always looks neat & tidy in your videos. You seem to have a great routine for keeping on top of things.

[@lisaa3978]

Thank you for all the tips! I strongly agree with your thoughts about a cleaning schedule. I find it stressful too, and needless. For me. Others may feel less anxious with a schedule, I understand. I just clean as I go. One thing I don’t understand about those mopping buckets…how is spreading dirty soapy water around the floor getting it clean? Once I rinse the dirty mop, the water in the bucket is dirty. 🤔

[@shannontorrens1]

Thank you!

[@jillh.9617]

I wonder the same thing.

[@kathleenj1158]

I always learn so much from you. 🥰👋

[@francinehogsett3065]

You are my inspiration…..glad you and family are safe…..thinking of your parents also 😊❤️

[@shannontorrens1]

Thank you so much for thinking of us! 😊

[@helenelindholm656]

Great motivation and tips. Thanks for sharing. Take care and happy new week❤

[@shannontorrens1]

Thank you! You too!

[@josiee4657]

Very motivating video! I enjoyed watching how easy it is to maintain your house!

[@shannontorrens1]

Thanks so much for watching! I hope you have a nice weekend.

[@LisaNix2]

Your original kitchen looks just like mine! I live in Fullerton and my home was built in 1954. I need to remodel my kitchen so I’m eagerly waiting to see the final result of yours!

[@shannontorrens1]

I went to Cal State Fullerton! I know the area well =)

[@sandradowd6732]

I bought an O ceder mop just a few months ago,and I love it,so quick and easy to clean the floors.Excited for your kitchen renovation.

[@shannontorrens1]

It’s so nice to find things that make life easier! I'll be sharing all about the kitchen as I go along!

[@sandradowd6732]

@shannontorrens1 looking forward to it,

[@BlueBird-nf2gp]

Great tips! I hope your family and friends stay safe. My thoughts are with everyone affected by the fires. ❤

[@shannontorrens1]

Thank you so much!

[@fleuretteisraelsen3600]

Your hair is looking so beautiful! Do you have a hair routine video out there somewhere??

[@OrganizedWithJoy]

Hey Shannon, great video as always! Thanks for sharing these tips with us! I am someone who does our laundry all in one day once a week it helps me to not forget about it cuz I'm focused on it haha! Thanks for sharing!💖

[@carolynoquinn4573]

Not sure if you've covered this, but are you chucking cabinets? Or could use some in your garage?

[@jona-143-19j]

I’m so excited on your kitchen renovation ❤ Are you guys replacing that window? You looked great Shannon❤ Love your channel ❤

[@shannontorrens1]

Yes, we are! Thank you for being here. We are going to have that video out very soon.

[@CharmaineNeethling]

You have many plants in your house (like me). Will you be interested in sharing your routine and maintenance of it, in a video with us?

[@jillh.9617]

“Wax off, wax on.” Classic!😀

[@cherylkalsch5107]

Hi Shannon. Great video. I like your new haircut and with your weight loss you look younger. Congratulations❣️

[@shannontorrens1]

Aw, thank you so much! 😊

[@deplorabledeb2615]

You look so pretty.

[@shannontorrens1]

Aw, thank you so much!

[@janeweldon8874]

❤

[@joycampina4133]

I set the timer on my Apple Watch but sometimes even that doesn’t make you change it. Me too

[@shannontorrens1]

I can relate! lol

[@carolann811]

I have my baby teeth and some of my son's. I'm 63. I guess that officially makes me weird 🤪 ETA: I'm fine with that, though. There are worse things in the world to be called.

[@shannontorrens1]

haha my mom saved all my baby teeth and my hair LOL. When I say weird I just get grossed out by old teeth and that sort of stuff.

[@lindaroyal8161]

I saved all my daughter's baby teeth when she left them for the tooth fairy. I had a small, round wooden box with a lid, used to leave a tooth for the tooth fairy. Why - because I could never find the loose tooth under the pillow, the box was easy to find. The box is now used to keep all her baby teeth in, it's in my jewelry box. Also... have 2 letters she wrote to the tooth fairy with specific wishes/instructions and to return the rubber band used to hold the letter together, they are hilarious.

[@carolann811]

@@shannontorrens1 Oh, well, then I won't tell you what other kind of teeth I have saved 🦷🦷🦷