I tried a 100 Year Old Cleaning Routine for a WEEK (it changed my life)

[@WithLoveKristina]

Thank you again to Woodoku for sponsoring this video! I've genuinely been playing the game ever since they reached out, and it's SO satisfying to clear the board. Download it here: tds-woodoku.onelink.me/NTcF/tn97cced

[@katb3418]

i actually love the way you made this video, its so cute !

[@stringofpearls4551]

This is the first time I have visited your channel and I really enjoyed it! My Mom got her first dishwasher in the late 60s: it was on wheels and hooked up to the kitchen faucet! But, yes, some lucky women had them in the 20s and 30s. Please forgive me, but I am a grandmom: Invest in a small brush and dustpan, and assign one of your lovely girls the job of sweeping under the dining table. Assign the other polishing in the living room with something natural and nontoxic. I am one of 5, and polishing was always my chore! My grandkids actually fight over the sweeping, so I have a few pans and brushes on hand. When I was a young mother, at the end of the day we would play a racing game (timed) to see how many things the kids could find out of place and put away. The winner could get a kiss or an extra 10 minutes to stay up. Delegate, my dear. YOU are the Commander in Chief! And you are a beautiful homemaker and mother! PS- My home was never/is not immaculate. I just learned a few tricks from my own mother and hope they may help. Forgive me for being bossy. I inherited it from her!!

[@Brogrl]

So easy … even a housewife can do it ❤🍓

[@lisajackson1964]

Love your video and I hate to continue to stress the point, but dishwashers were not really an item until the 1970’s. They may have been invented, but they were rare until then and if available would have only been available to the wealthy. Moreover, most people of of even moderate means in the 1920’s had a servant or two. Just a comment.

[@JessieI]

Thank you Woodoku for humbling me every time I play, my intelligence is not spatial 😆😂🤣.

[@reneehaynes3121]

The order of washing dishes is actually important. Mom taught us kids to wash the dishes that touch your mouth with the hottest, cleanest water, ; ie silverware, glasses, Follow up with plates and cooking utensils. Lastly, pots and pans. Greasiest cookware gets washed last. Housekeeping is a Science and we can learn a lot from our previous generation. Love your video. I’m a new subscriber

[@JessieI]

I've always washed the glasses first so that they would wash absolutely grease free. I soak all of my dishes in lukewarm water, an organic dishsoap with no ammonia, and 2 tablespoons of bleach. I wash them later in very hot water.

[@a.katherinesuetterlin3028]

My mom taught me to start with glasses and cups, then plates, bowls (cereal bowls, that is) and silverware, then any bakeware and cooking utensils, then pots and pans. I learned also that I personally require two changes of dishwater...because icky things in the dishwater. 😖

[@Iceberg_1028]

@@a.katherinesuetterlin3028 I also require more water changes, cause that just grosses me out sooo much. I also always make sure greasy dishes have time to soak with soapy hot water while they are to the side then change the dish water right before washing them to make sure the grease comes off easily.

[@a.katherinesuetterlin3028]

@@Iceberg_1028 I do that too! Only thing is, I don't have a garbage disposal, so dumping overly chunky, gross water down the drain is not a good thing. I have a dishwasher, fortunately, but not a garbage disposal. I live in a refurbished hotel -- a hotel turned into apartments -- but because it's on the National Historical building register, there were certain things they couldn't put in when the building was remodeled. (The building was built in the late 1920s -- Art Deco 😁.) Disposals are one of those disallowed things, sadly, because it would have required too modern an overhaul for the plumbing. But they could install a garbage chute for each floor, so there's that, at least. And we have our own mini-laundromat. It's been a good landing spot for now, but this little froggy's wanting a new "pad." 😅🐸

[@murielbaith5445]

Yes!

[@blueswallow9607]

This is healing my soul to see someone post a cleaning video that doesn't have this perfect house hiding underneath. Our house is inherited, old, and neglected. We will fix it up with time, but I always felt so ashamed of the imperfect house. It's time to learn to be grateful for what we have instead of ashamed of what we dont.❤

[@mogain9258]

Well said!

[@tonyboloni64]

Please try to remember that the house serves the people that live there; the people don't serve the house. Inherited, old are fine; neglect you'll correct with time and attention. Your family and friends will remember the happy, orderly atmosphere and lives you create there. If they are the sort of visitors to notice and comment upon the house's battle scars from life then they are probably not the sort of folks you'll want to see a lot of.

[@michelehopper449]

I feel the same way! I am tired of the perfect house with no marks on the wall, or dust bunnies.

[@latrishalake4288]

I was thrilled to finally see someone clean their REAL home. I appreciate you more than I can say. Those picture perfect houses are too annoying.

[@rac9152]

You are amazing..with a young baby and all..I don't own a feather duster..only displaces dust..I damp dust using fine microfibre cloth ..love your home ..ours is old too..advantage having ventilation holes in walls.very wise..remember babies ..enjoying your baby a priority..they grow up so quickly..you have inspired me to get organised ❤

[@sharonmacdonald4163]

I LOVE that you have a “normal” house and not a fancy new home… and just regular furniture and curtains and bedding and just nothing terribly expensive and unachievable for many people. I’m so glad you’re doing these videos , and love the reality of it all, including baby kisses!

[@JohnTheRevelator11]

This. Yes. So tired of seeing influencers “suffer” for views. This video was fresh air.

[@lenoresanborndeasis9617]

I was so encouraged when I saw how messy her house was at the start. Like... "This is real life!"

[@SummaGirl1347]

How refreshing to see a house cleaning method video that didn't start with an already spotlessly clean house. I guess people who do not suffer from crippling perfectionism don't realize how soul-crushing it is to watch videos where everything is as spotless as a movie set.

[@kellymedley9579]

This is so true but misunderstood.

[@taniacummings9207]

How nice to see pretty things around, nothing particularly coordinated in that clinical way and the fetish for putting everything away and nothing on the kitchen counters. The decluttering minimalist obsession is not living well. I like my things around me. Lived in but not chaotic or messy.

[@mylifesings-mariaklingshei1786]

Yes! My thoughts exactly!!

[@murderessmarbie]

Instead, way more relatable!

[@rattaxi9645]

Crippling perfectionism...hahahaha

[@StephanieCanada]

Me: can’t be bothered with a cleaning routine. Also me: *watches entire video in hopes that will change. *

[@WithLoveKristina]

lol **sending brain powers to make it happen for you**

[@TheLisclark]

Downloading in hope of repeat 🔁 play osmosis as well.

[@spikesgirl9371]

OMG I can relate. Thinking I'll start tomorrow. Like I will start dieting tomorrow. So needless to say I'm still overweight with a messy house. But on the bright side there's always tomorrow 😂

[@ms.creepylee]

😂😂😂 me too

[@myrabeth77]

If you have laundry equipment in-house, the easiest way to start building a routine is this: Every day that you need to run a load of laundry, spend the wash cycle cleaning the kitchen and spend the dry cycle cleaning a different room. Your personal and household needs, how much time you need to devote to specific rooms, the frequency of various tasks, etc. will all be learned as you go, one day (and one laundry load) at a time. You and your home will gradually find a working pattern from that simple baseline.

[@VonDeckFamily]

This is the first video of yours that I have seen. I would love to say, as a SAHM, it's a breath of fresh air watching someone clean and tidy around kids and pets. Thank you for showing a realistic house and the messes that come with life. Thank you for keeping it real, I'm subscribing now!❤

[@CoMorbiditty]

Ikr, the cat has to get into everything. Mine are the same

[@crystalgroves3775]

"I just need a 100 yr old book to tell me what to do" I love this quote because it speaks volumes about how we can accidentally not pass down crucial habits. I hope I can implement a routine that myself and my kids can use for our lives as well. Thank you for always sharing!!!

[@marchellabrahams]

Accidentally? Domestic science was removed from schools deliberately in order to get girls out of the home and into paid work. We all have to pass down as many domestic skills as possible to keep them alive.

[@JacqueScherrer]

It sure underscores how times have changed with most of us women now in the workforce and no longer at home to take care of our house! I was fortunate enough to have grown up in the era when Home Economics was still taught in school and also at a time where my grandparents were still alive. My grandparents married in the late 1920s and Grandma sometimes had part time jobs outside the home, but she was mainly a homemaker and taught me everything. My Mom didn’t teach me much, as she had a career outside the home. Even though I grew up in the 1960s and ‘70s I still had a working mom. I would spend summers with my Grandparents and Grandma was able to teach me about routines, how to cook and clean, and even how to crochet and sew. As a working woman myself, I don’t really follow those routines because I’m too exhausted after work, but at least I know routines are possible and I’ve also learned valuable shopping and cooking skills which I think is lacking today with some of our younger generations raised by working parents who don’t cook much or have the time to teach a lot of this stuff to their kids. I would be included in that, too, if not for Grandma and also Home Economics classes. I am blessed to have had this time with my Grandma and I miss her so much.

[@marchellabrahams]

@@JacqueScherrer I love your response. My mother stayed at home, and taught me all sorts of valuable skills. She and my father were both of the Second War generation, and I learnt so much from them. Your grandmother sounds a wonderful, capable woman--if only young women today could see how important these skills are, and stop falling for the politicised rubbish that they need to behave like men to make a contribution to society! I'm a rotten housewife, but at least I know how to do it...

[@JacqueScherrer]

@@marchellabrahams my dad was Korean War generation. He’s still alive and will be 92 in two months and Mom is 80 and still works! They are divorced. But yea I would agree. I am also a horrible housekeeper but know how, and it’s my dream to retire from paid work in 3 years and be that house wife I always wanted to be! Honestly, I wish more young women could stay at home with their kids today. I think having a parent at home to be there with the kids and manage the household is valuable beyond words!

[@marchellabrahams]

@@JacqueScherrer I completely agree. Good for all those women (and men) who have the courage to admit that most of us want to be at home looking after husband and family.

[@Harkart59]

When I was 26 I bought a 1932 Watkins Household Hints book. I raised my 5 little boys off the cleaning and tips from that book and I swear that keeping my home clean and my boys clean kept us all healthy and happy😀They are grown now and they're all clean guys and they don't leave it to their wife or partner to do it. Very cool video.

[@2bbossfree]

This is so true. My kids went to college and couldn't understand why people literally didn't know how to keep a room clean or do laundry--esp true of my son.

[@AmyLovesOldStuff]

My Motherbought a Watkins 1952 cookbook when she married. In the back of the book was hints and tips for keeping a "good" house. I have the book now and still use the book

[@beatricepineda5923]

Spot on. Both boys and girls need to be taught cleanliness in order to work with each other and not make the other their maid.

[@nataliebutler]

What did you find the most helpful ideas in the book?

[@aatsista]

My husband too, grew up doing housework & cooking. He's cleaner than me, who had parents that spoiled me rotten. 😂

[@thelordismyshepherd1366]

Running a household with children is no joke. I finally learned that the key is finding a routine, any routine and do it consistently. After some time you can adjust such routine better to your needs. Be patient and flexible with yourself. Also get used to the idea that perfectionism hurts people; yourself and those around you. You don’t need to be perfect just consistent. You are already perfect as you are. ❤

[@karmelicanke]

In the 50's Monday was washing day. One beautiful summer day, my Mom packed up a picnic and we three kids marched a few miles to a big park with wading pools and we enjoyed a grand holiday out. Gasp! Mom was the topic of gossip all week long.

[@margaretfitzgerald6284]

I'm 70 & have never been able to keep my house clean. When my 2 daughters were little, I got NOTHING done around the house other than feeding us all. You are an inspiration for mothers. I also love your apron collection (I collect vintage aprons too) as well as your other collections around your home. Thank you.

[@Riot_Bird]

As a mom of two little girls (4y&7m) I am currently struggling with this 😅

[@shehulk337]

So what you are telling us is “we are normal and doing perfectly fine” I take it. Well thank you. A lot!

[@ch1ckmom217]

I could never keep my house clean when my daughter and son were small and even when I did clean it up it wouldn't last. Sometimes it still feels that way but it's not that bad. Anyhow, I knew this person back then whose house was always spotless and internally I would be a little jealous because she had kids and I didn't know how she could maintain the place spotless. One day, she redecorated her son's room and told him to show me his room, when I went to his room he was showing me his toys and I asked him if he wanted to play and he said he wasn't allowed to play with them because his mom would get mad because it would be messy. One day it was snowing, and her two boys were outside the house and she wouldn't let them go in because she said she was cleaning the floors, then they had to wait for the floors to dry, then after 2 or 3 hours she let them in. Basically, her secret to keeping a clean house was to not allow her kids to play inside or walk inside with shoes or jackets because they would dirty the place. At that moment I was no longer jealous and was happy that my kids were allowed to play and make a mess and in the process make good memories, which they have. If any of you ever feel bad because your little ones have toys all over the place just remember that is life and it's wonderful and one day when they grow you're going to miss seeing some of those toys or listening to those cute little voices being happy. But for whatever reason, always allow your little ones to have a good childhood because that doesn't last, but the least you can do is make it a good one.

[@briannab5296]

​@@ch1ckmom217... I hear ya loud & clear. When my kids were little I chased after them all day cleaning up behind them. Then I read somewhere to stop doing that and wait til 15 min before time for hubby to come home from work THEN rush around and pick everything up. That worked great for a long time until one day he came home early right before the 15 min pickup time and saw the mess! That was embarrassing .. but my kids & I were a lot more relaxed with that system. I once had neighbors who had two school age kids and the wife seldom left their apt. It was real quiet at their place except for when he'd come home drunk and they'd argue in the kitchen. One day I had some reason to go visit them and was totally shocked that there weren't two kids living there but SIX! The four younger ones were completely quiet with no toys or clutter in sight. The place was IMMACULATE. Turned out their lease only allowed for the two adults & two kids so they were hiding the younger ones so they wouldn't be evicted. I never once heard any of them crying or playing. They had their reasons for living that way, I don't judge them for it, but the real shocker to me was their apt was the most SPOTLESS home I've ever seen .. with two adults & six young kids living there!! I don't know how that poor woman did it!

[@EmmeChatterton]

Thank you so much for sharing this, it's so hard to hear how every woman is a superwoman who does it all and feel like an abnormal lazy failure. It's heartening to know I'm not alone in mess!

[@sarahbeth0424]

Hi, fellow ADHD/ND mom here to say that you are literally the only mom/parenting/family channel I will watch now. I wasn’t taught how to cook or clean growing up, and now I struggle a lot with what other people consider basic life skills. It’s hard for me to find content that doesn’t just make me feel bad about myself and my house. But your videos feel so real and friendly. This was lovely to watch. Thank you for making content for us, even with the craziness of family life!

[@WithLoveKristina]

This made me wanna cry in the best way 🥺 I’m so glad I can fill the hole of ND parenting/home life that is needed. I am also the one watching all the other homemaking channels and feeling bad. So thank you. you have no idea how much this means to me. ❤️❤️❤️

[@Velociraptor74]

Hey, how old are you if you don't mind me asking?

[@Fantastikitty]

I am ND, but I also have a full-time job and live alone. But your house is lovely, and i think i can perhaps maintain that level of clean once I get help with the deep cleaning.

[@marabanara]

Same!!

[@roundandsquareful]

I relate to your story. Thanks for sharing!

[@Callylily7]

I grew up in the country in the fifties and sixties. Before my mom could clean anything, we had to draw water from our well until the sixties. For most things the water has to heated. Mom had a routine for washing dishes. What went into the mouth was washed first. The rest was very similar to this routine. I was moms helper. Since we had a big garden, we had to have a routine. Plus, dad milked a cow twice a day. Left over milk had to be made into butter. I could go on and on. It was a task but we all enjoyed our time taking care of our home. Never forget that the porches had to be swept and the door window cleaned. I enjoyed this.

[@StickyGem636]

Girl you don’t have to justify your life to anyone. Those internet haters don’t matter and they have nothing better to do then diss on people. Wonderful video as always!

[@WithLoveKristina]

I don’t feel the need to justify myself, I DO prefer to address comments I get in droves to prevent them from being said constantly 😉

[@crying2emoji5]

When I was 20 I worked as a caretaker and maid for a lovely elderly lady aged 86 years young. I cared for her for about 3 years. When she passed I was tasked by her family to deep clean the house to prepare it for viewings and sale. While I cleaned everything I knew how to, I came across a book called “How to Clean Practically Anything,” and then I cleaned everything I’d never been taught to. And wow, did I realize how much I had been neglecting purely out of ignorance. It was hard for me not to be disgusted with myself but I thought, “If I saw anyone else had never learned these things until adulthood would I judge them so harshly? Especially if they came from a rough childhood?” I loved watching you clean your beautiful home, it was really satisfying. You have some of the loveliest furniture and wood floors. I love all the strawberry themed decor. Very cottage core and cozy. 🍓

[@Droosmom1970]

@@ccbarr58first of all you posted this under the wrong comment dummy and secondly if you don’t like it don’t watch nobody is making you. She just proved that dishwashers were around then so how do you know 99 percent of people didn’t have one, did you just pull that statistic out of your ass? I remember having one in the 60’s so it’s possible some upper class families had a dishwasher. I’m sorry your family was too poor to own one.

[@Snappypantsdance]

@@ccbarr58you replied to a commenter, not the channel creator. Also, it sounds like you are being condescending….

[@lukvanleeuwen7603]

Interesting! Is there anything in particular you remember? Now I'm very curious what cleaning I might be ignoring :)

[@Lauren2145-fi3ed]

I would love to read that book and see what I am missing. Can it be found anywhere?

[@mmo-bo7879]

Your positivity is beautiful!!!

[@JeanneBaney]

My grandmother had the same dishwasher she bought in the 40’s for as long as I lived near her. I was born in 1950. As a child I often helped her load it. I was always amazed when we unloaded it that there was nothing broken because I could hear the noise and thought it was spinning those dishes! I love your routine , your vintage house and vintage clothing!

[@mchb1975]

Hi, first time watcher and a great-grandmother. Just wanted to say don't forget maids didn't have to raise the kids and all the other things the moms had to do! Being a single mom raising two girls and helping to raise two grandsons i did my cleaning in the evening when it was quiet. Loved the video.

[@WithLoveKristina]

Thank you! You must have done so much work!

[@mchb1975]

@@WithLoveKristina LOL, I started teaching my grandsons to cooking and cleaning at 5 years-old!

[@loriar1027]

I like to clean at night too but my husband goes to sleep early and I'm afraid to make too much noise.

[@faithp9853]

I can’t express how much I freakin love you! Ur walls r chipped, ur old sofa has stains, ur bookshelf is completely not organized, the kids have the cushions all over, ur furniture is mismatched, and you have CHRISTMAS DECOR UP !!! YOU’re NOT KZbin PERFECT !!! YOU ARE SOOOOO REAL! THANK YOU !!!!! Pls don’t allow those who need others approval to change you !!! Oh yeah I love ur woodoku commercial!!! So Funny

[@dawneymay1]

I was thinking the same thing! Finally, someone with a REAL house! ❤❤❤

[@dianaplante7894]

Yessss!!! 🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@Aligray98]

Exactly why I stayed! This is the first time watching this channel and oh my gosh just seeing those realistic imperfections makes it so relateable! Totally agree!

[@chrisgraber1507]

I totally agree! Really enjoyed the woodoku commercial as well. Plus, I loved the cat tagging along! I have a cat that does that too.

[@veritable_sisterhood]

Sometimes it feels like one has to have a total home makeover to start a KZbin. She's relatable. ❤

[@Dazzira27]

I have 4 kids and I have learned over the years that as long as the kitchen is always clean and every table surface is clean and clear from clutter including countertops. The house feels clean.

[@madonnadove]

I was born in the sixties. Us girls took home economics in school. They laid it out like this for us. We learned hygiene, housekeeping, sewing, shopping and table service. Plus, I watched relatives clean and later I picked up some tips from KZbin. They really should teach some of this in schools. Too bad they cut funding for it!

[@biteofdog]

I took Home Economics in the mid 90s, and I found out that my younger friend (who is 30) took that class in middle school as well. It was a great class, I hope schools still teach it, both guys and gals should learn basic concepts of how to manage their home, finances. I like to look up how to repair or install things with KZbin as well.

[@nickorange4881]

for a moment i thought that said bookkeeping and i thought wow thats some home ec. haha

[@MorganaDAlmeida]

I think this should be a general class for all, boys and girls, everyone leaves alone in some point, and many of us don’t know how to ♥️

[@aoifeboi2289]

I would have taken that class but it doesn’t exist now. Home Econ is now just a basic cooking course. I kinda wish they still had some of the classes they had in the 50s and 60s because I got a solely academic education and ended up frustrated because I had no idea where to start with paying bills or book keeping or cleaning. It was just an insurmountable learning curve. If you have any syllabi or anything from those classes I’d love to steal it!

[@micromanagedmarbles]

@@aoifeboi2289same here, we had basic home econ which only taught nutrition and some basic cooking. you could take fashion design to learn to sew but it wasn’t super practical things (how to repair a torn pocket, replace a button etc.)

[@KTG2014]

new viewer here. I LOVE and deeply appreciate that your home looks like a normal house with stuff in random places AND that your socks dont match. I can't remember the last time my socks matched. so thank you for being a normal person and representing us in these videos

[@Jannie227]

Do you think this is a normal house? No one I know has a house is dirty and disorganized as this person. Who cares if you don’t like cleaning? One of the hallmarks of being a responsible adult is to keep your environment clean and organized. You seem to justify your laziness by saying things like oh I don’t like to do that, I am artistic. No you’re immature and you need to grow up. If you’re old enough to make children you’re old enough to give them a reasonably sane environment to grow up and not that chaotic crap that’s in your house now.

[@kmcq692]

Exactly. Normal and delightful!

[@sedonarose7563]

Amen

[@SunnyDay335]

Normal??? That would mean a tidy/clean house with appropriate clothing. Even animals keep their bedding and nests clean unless they are trapped/caged by humans. There truly is a normal and it is organized.

[@KTG2014]

@@SunnyDay335 Like her kids, I grew up in a house with 4 siblings and it was hard for the house to ever stay clean or tidy with all the other chores she/we had to do while living on a farm: sewing, canning, gardening, cooking, cleaning, animal care, etc. It's nice to see we weren't the only ones. So to *me*, normal.

[@RisingAboveRubies]

I LOVE that your house is homey, cozy, but not perfect! I struggle because our house has imperfections and I have been comparing myself to the pristine youtube influencer houses. Thank you for keeping it real 🥰

[@cooksmary]

I am old enough to have been present in the 1950's and I am here to tell you, a lot of people had them then. My mother finally did get one in about 1958, I think. But they were certainly not rare. A lot of people did not trust them to clean the dishes properly but they actually did a better job than hand washing. So, I am with you on this and the nay sayers can just get a history book themselves. :) BTW, I loved seeing you pick up and shower your baby with kisses. She knows she is loved and is with you during your entire cleaning tasks.

[@supkirsten]

I agree that watching her kids the baby was so wonderful ❤

[@sedonarose7563]

That hug made me happy, too.

[@Avellania]

When we moved in 2014 my mother wasn't sure if we needed a dishwasher, because she thinks of it as modern nonsense. I showed her a documentary from the 70s that featured a kitchen with a dishwasher and she tried to convince me that it was fake and 'just for tv'.

[@jarcha4200]

Right there with

[@jarcha4200]

Sorry I missed being able to defend you in regard to the dishwasher. We also had clothes washers/ dryers, radios, cars, telephones, vacuum cleaners, record players, irons, hair dryers and refrigerators/ freezers.

[@jeaniemcdonald1301]

I grew up in a two-family home. Grandma and two spinster aunts lived downstairs, while Mom, two brothers and I lived upstairs. (Dad left when I was 8, and Mom had to go to work.) I learned a lot of what you showed from my grandmother. Kitchen and bathroom were done daily. Our bedrooms had to bed cleaned, (beds made, clothes and toys put up before breakfast, then off to school), which we kind of did before bedtime then it was the rest of the house. One thing that might help you is that at the end of the day, and even if tired do a quick clean up. I found it was disheartening to wake to a terrible mess. Grandma also said start in one corner of a room and work your way around the room instead of bouncing back and forth. She also had a deep cleaning of the house every three months. This was washing windows, blinds, and curtains. This was also when walls were washed, and all the furniture was deep cleaned and polished. Only suggestion I have for you is to get a second basin for your sink. One has the hot soapy water, the other hot rinse water. Dishes will go faster, and you are not wasting water. I say this because, my grandmother was born in Italy, September of 1900. Her chore as she got older was to go to the fountain to get the water for the house. To her wasting water was a sin. No joke. Loved your video, you have a beautiful home, and children. Keep up the routine and once it is a normal routine, you will find more time for your creative me time.

[@ckidso]

Good routine. I really agree about the wasting water part. There are still places where people have to pump and haul water. I used to tell my daughters... the water you waste today, you will have to drink later.

[@lourdesperez2861]

Cleaning as a clock is helpful, start at 12oclock and continue until you arrive to 12oclock again

[@supkirsten]

I do agree with the dish washing. It is how we were taught as well. Start with the glasses - clean water cuts the grease. Then very hot water in the rinse basin. That’s the key to sanitizing. My mom would even have simmering hot water ready to go. We used the Playtex Living gloves so our hands wouldn’t get burned. No shaming- just a suggestion ❤

[@randalllaue4042]

This was the natural order of things in past. Spinsters got a bad wrap, they were actually backup mothers. They worked just as hard and gave mothers time to spend with children.

[@home17able]

I am learning, thank you for sharing. I can not even imagine living with my whole family like that, I’m more of a loner or quiet type. But I LOVE a clean house and so do my kids, my husband could care less but my kids really love a clean house.

[@isJudgingYou]

A lot of us had moms who worked 9-5 while we were out of the house… which means the mess is only created in one “shift”. I literally had no instruction on how to keep it all going as a SAHM. Some of these older routines are really helpful, even now! Thx for giving this a try and documenting it.❤

[@jacqulineloranzo943]

It is so refreshing to watch a cleaning routine for a REALISTIC home!!! I've seen so many where the house already looks organized and spotless compared to mine. It's disheartening. I can tell your home is full of life. A messy home is a sign of happy kids. I'm going to save this video and clean alongside you. Cleaning is always more motivating with a partner. Thank you! 😊

[@jadebell8790]

For some reason it’s easier too 🤷‍♀️

[@lindastrang6755]

Growing up, my house was spotless.. because my step-mother made me and my 2 sisters do all the house work from the ages of 4,6, and 8 years old until she finally left 8 years later. We did 2 hours of cleaning before school and from after school until supper. The only things she did was cook supper and wash clothes. As a result I felt that I missed my childhood and resented doing any housework. I envied my best friend's house where it was not dirty but had the "lived in" look of this video. There was joy and laughter there and the children were free to enjoy their childhood. Even today at 75 years of age, if my house is spotless it makes me anxious and uncomfortable. So it rarely is... 😊

[@garlicgirl3149]

I love how her daughters were just hopping around...la la laaa! Love it.

[@crimefite1316]

It's nice to see a realistic home. When I was very young we lived in a small house that was built at or just after the turn of the 20th century and I had really fond memories of it. So many people, especially youtubers, live in these spotless modern cubes. No shade on people who love modern architecture, but I think it's just not for me. Your home reminds me of the kinds of homes I grew up in.

[@ronell.realtor]

Real home. Real Mama. This is for me. My home is not a new spotless, sparkly, sterile place, we live here!! I was not raised by a woman who was a much of a housekeeper and worse teacher. This is my new place!!

[@lisamanning489]

❤

[@jandurham6231]

I love this video! I love that your house is not perfect! I have a house built in 1952 and is just small and cluttered. Routines are so helpful! I love how you show your kids in the video. I know when I was your age, my kids were often busy making messes as I cleaned. It is important to teach them how to do routines themselves. I’m glad your kids do have chores. My kids are grown and it is just hubby and me, but he does help. I just love your house! When my kids were little and they handed me mending they would say, “Well, goodbye, shirt (pants or whatever). Sorry I will never see you again!” 😂

[@penneyburgess5431]

My grandmother worked as a restaurant cook for years. One tip she took away was for messy pans was to set up a wash container for the pans. Restaurants have soaker sinks for pans. Just hot water and soap. When you’re done serving the food, place the pans in to soak while you have dinner and clean up afterwards. It makes them so much easier and quicker to clean.

[@marylouhardoin3008]

This is a great idea. Thanks for the video. House cleaning has NEVER been a satisfying experience. In the past, I tried to develop my own routine and failed. Thanks for the insight!

[@pamelaspooner7183]

I can’t remember her name to give her due credit but she was a Southern cook years ago on PBS. A charming gracious woman! She said when you have lots of people over, put a picnic cooler filled with hot soapy water outside by the back door and as you empty cooking pans and utensils,pop the m in the cooler to soak. Your kitchen and sink stays mess free and accessible for serving dessert,etc. great idea. Close the lid and deal with it later, even the next morning! 😊

[@SassySouthernSusan]

@@pamelaspooner7183 I like this idea! It makes sense.

[@starrlara2599]

@@pamelaspooner7183 was it the Southern cook Paula Dean?

[@captainghoul666]

My grandma has 2 wash tubs for this reason. Aparently her ma had an enamel iron washtub she'd put on the woodstove for soaking pans. Kinda wish I still had a wood stove like my grandmas or a old school gas heater for it. Don't have something I'm already paying to keep hot all day in a city apartment. (Win some lose some I guess)

[@royalpitamamma]

I'm quite a bit older than you and impressed. I was a maid for several hotels and guest houses when I was younger and I found that so long as there isn't a lot of stuff, you do it daily, and you have a routine down it works out great. I had six kids...guess what my house looked like? A wreck. I had too much stuff...I am purging things now. Already feels like the house is cleaner.

[@auntiedoodles6898]

the minimalist mom calls it “managing your inventory” - when you think of it this way, it helps to reframe the issue. I have too much inventory.

[@turtlemun]

I know this is an old video, but here's an internet cleaning routine: Junebugging! It's helpful for those with ADHD. Essentially you break down the house to rooms, rooms to their individual sections, and those sections further if that's feasible. Then you hunker down and clean one section at a time, putting anything that doesn't live in that section into a bag or a pile of things that aren't in their proper homes. Then, once you finish cleaning that section, you either choose to rest or choose to continue. Once you've rested(or chosen to continue), you pick the next section and repeat.

[@barbarabrand190]

I LOVE your aprons! In the past, aprons were an important tool used to preserve clothing. The prevented stains, wear and tear, and if they had pockets ... were a convenient place for small items. I like the routine. As a homesteading Grammy, my time is limited. With 80 animals to care for, milking, and dairy processing, my house really suffers. Ignore the nay sayers. You are my new hero!

[@vintagehomemaker9338]

Aprons are THE best!!

[@Aligray98]

Right! I kind of feel like I want aprons now!

[@nancybrewer8494]

Any routine will work, if you do it consistently. One of the best housekeepers I ever knew tidied up every day, but really cleaned one room a day. Her house never was dirty. She never let dirt stick around. One thing I finally learned in my fifties was to clean up as I go. I put things away as soon as I am done with it. This has really helped in the kitchen.

[@TubeTorte]

Absolutely! But you need to be motivated to do it.

[@farmerwife8412]

Or choose to do it even when we don't feel like it. I learned to just start doing one thing.... then the next thing... and then I am on a roll and the motivation will come.

[@marylaborde6151]

God bless your sweet heart! You are a hardworking mom and you’re doing a great job of keeping things in order with a house full of beautiful children, all the while bringing relevant content to a lot of viewers!! 😊❤

[@dorothykovak4900]

This was really interesting and enjoyable to see. I love how honest, transparent and courageous you are. I’m sorry it opens you up to criticism from people who can hide behind their anonymity. It seems you have many children and that is a full time job in itself. I’m amazed you could take on this challenge with an infant as well. You deserve a prize. I love your vintage clothes and decor. Blow a raspberry at the people who ‘shame’ you for your collections (aprons). Everyone is entitled to their passions and interests. Thanks for sharing this. Now, take a break, I’m exhausted just watching you! 😉

[@pamelapacific943]

I've always loved aprons! Started with my Grandma's collection.

[@garlicgirl3149]

It is a shame to me that people don't allow for self discovery and learning.

[@df7665]

Love everything you said and agree 100%

[@logicandlaughs]

Yes! I saw a cat and child... then another child... then a baby! I've only got two kids and a dog and am on the struggle bus, so definitely no judgements from this corner... much kudos to her!

[@susanbudd2184]

You inspired me to get an apron! I love your collection and thanks for sharing your funny husband and adorable baby at the end ❤❤❤

[@lacouturieredimanche]

This is probably the single most relatable, comforting, and encouraging cleaning/housekeeping video I've ever seen (35 year old mom of three - plus a puppy - who's also never been able to establish or follow a routine and sucks at housekeeping and desperately needs to maintain time for creative pursuits). Just love you.

[@kimkelly9046]

God bless you! You are a busy woman! Give yourself a break, mama

[@cyndyfabian7555]

Haha. Grannie Cyndy from South Australia here. 71 years old and still trying to get my house in order. Raised 6 sons who have turned out to be clean freaks...probably because they want to be better. I don't blame them one bit. But....a word of advice. If you achieve one extra thing a day, congratulate yourself. Because it'll make you feel better. But your kids will love you anyway. I promise!!

[@kimkelly9046]

@@cyndyfabian7555 6 sons! Wow!! Hats off to you, my dear lady 👏🏻

[@christamarie9981]

Kristina and family, you are an inspiration and a breath of fresh air. I have an old 1953 home that we purchased as a fixer-upper. I went through a divorce, worked at an office an hour away, and since 2020 I have been working full time from home. My youngest daughter, who is a creative soul and made a mess everywhere she went, got married and moved out in April, and I recently lost my job (as in last week). As such, I have a huge mess in my house that I am currently tackling before I start my next venture. Because I have been so used to just running to throw a load of clothes in, or washing a dish and spoon, or splashing toilet bowl cleaner into the toilet and doing a quick swish and flush. What a mess I now have. I was feeling overwhelmed and that I could never get this mess cleaned up. I am now inspired to tackle this mess a room at a time and get back to the neat and tidy life I lived before all of these life changes. Thank you for being real and inspiring many to be honest with themselves and others so we can all really live! 😊🩷

[@carolmcglocklin5211]

You are setting an example for your children that they will appreciate when they are older. One of my sons thanked me for keeping our rugs clean so his friends could have a clean spot to hang out. He expressed distress at the condition of their homes, both in atmosphere and disorder and dirt. He married a woman who is a professional educator and cares for their home as well. I love how you express your joy in being creative and pressing through when it gets hard. Kudos!!!🎉

[@smiffy8364]

Doesn't he help clean the house?

[@Nikki_the_G]

@@smiffy8364 Right??

[@rosevickery1240]

My grandmother, born 1900, used this basic routine and her house was always immaculate!

[@theresalawrence156]

Omg! I love you. The chipped paint in the family room made me feel so relieved. I’m starting to realize my real friends would not judge me or care that my single mommy home isn’t perfect. I would enjoy spending time at a friends house regardless. So I need to be more comfortable inviting my friends to my humble home.

[@mellie5899]

I am amazed at all you were able to do, especially with two little ones and needing to make three meals a day. And you weren't feeling well, yet you were up early and dressed in adorable vintage dresses with make up and everything. I'm in awe and don't know how you had the energy to do it all. Shame on anyone who has shamed you for anything. This video was so inspiring and I loved that it was a 100 year old routine. I also loved how you gave your baby and daughter sweet snuggles. You're doing a great job!

[@rachelezzell4488]

I think it's perfect to remember that the routine was written for a maid. Cleaning is their full time job. As a mom and housekeeper, cleaning is not the only job description we have. I think that routines and rythyms are extremely important, but it's really important that they are simple enough for us to be able to do them without having to think about them. It will be interesting to see how your cleaning routine evolves over time to match your family and your cleaning style.

[@ProfoundConfusion]

That's a really good point. (In fact, the word "maid" makes it clear that this kind of work was usually done by unmarried young women & girls. (I doubt they could've followed the same routine in their own homes, after they left "domestic service" & had children of their own to care for. There are only so many hours in a day. )

[@StefG-dg4dm]

You are correct, however this video doesn't read in the title that it's pertaining to the housewife's, it's for maids. Applause to her for teaching us the ways of a maid in this time frame. ❤

[@foofyastralpunk5875]

​@@ProfoundConfusionI'm sorry to disagree with you, I think there were plenty, and still are plenty of people who have a full time job as a maid, housekeeper or servant that also have a family with children that they get home to after a full day of working. Before I went back to school, I was in a situation like this. Many housekeepers of color come to mind after thinking about people in this situation. Yes it's hard, however we do what we have to to care for our family.

[@shelleya6801]

It's so great to hear that you realize that you DO have alot going on! I'm 67 adhd and it's taken me years to figure out an order for caring for the house and that those folks who always have a tidy home maybe were taught these skills... people like us gravitate to more interesting pursuits... .. but as you say there is alot of satisfaction once we find a way that works for us.. I really enjoy you... and know you are so appreciated.. Give hubby and kids a hug and put your feet up.. being a parent is the most wonderful gift... life's too short ... 🎉

[@claireclaire0166]

I love how the cat is watching you, supervising, making sure everything is done right! lol :)

[@WithLoveKristina]

He takes his supervisor job very seriously 😂

[@lziniti]

Haha, the cat totally cracks me up!

[@LoveLifewLight]

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[@Jennifer_Lewis_Beach_Living]

Thank you for the chapters!

[@sombrerocordobes2256]

Thank you!

[@kaseyripley9194]

I love seeing your children! That proves to everyone that it can be done when you have a herd of littles around! Thank you so much! I will be trying this in my home. Two of my children are old enough to help with the general tidying, but it always seems to get ahead of me. EDIT: I googled the book, and you can download a PDF copy for free off Google. I started up way too late tonight reading it.

[@drummerlovesbookworm9738]

I always enjoy seeing ‘experiments’ like this! I also have ADD. Three things that impacted my housework were: - Timing how long it takes to do daily tasks. I was shocked to learn, for example, that if The Drummer and I make the bed together in the morning it takes 3 minutes! It obviously takes longer if I’m running around the bed alone, but even then it is not a huge chunk of time. Somehow, once we knew this, making the bed stopped being something to dread or neglect or avoid. And a made bed is such a stress reliever! Same with dozens of other chores. Knowing it takes X minutes made me feel silly for thinking it was too much. - A routine. For example, first thing in the morning I feed the dogs. I have to watch them eat so there is no stealing of food. During the time they eat, I flip on the kettle for my tea AND while the water comes to a boil, I unload the dishwasher! Three for one! Every morning. Now I look for moments like these to stack a routine. - I adopted my Mother’s sage practice of “putting the house to bed.” She always walked through the house picking up random items, straightening pillow and cushions, getting the coffee pot filled, etc. I remember her actually brushing her teeth while she did this! 😂 When we children got a little older, it became a whole family affair that took less than 10 minutes. This is not cleaning. Just tidying up. I know she prayed silently during this time for the family and had gratitude for things that happened during the past day. When I wake up to at least tidiness, it’s a very good thing!! I hope you report back on what worked with this system and maybe try others from your vintage books! XOjennyinseattle

[@er6730]

That's so interesting that you time things, too! Time-blindness is a beast! Also ADHD here (didn't find out until my youngest was 2, and WOW, meds really take the whole thing down a few difficulty levels even though I still struggle) and I have been really discouraged by timing things! I am really slow, maybe... or something. Because I think "Oh, I have 15 minutes, I could dust the house and vacuum" and it never gets done because actually a quick dust is 15 minutes by itself. It's more realistic, but still. discouraging. I have a love-hate relationship with timers. Very helpful, and sometimes just saying "I'll work for 5 minutes" is enough to get me into the zone. I love the idea of "putting the house to bed". I am going to do that, too, thanks for explaining it! I have been having good success with a "good morning to the house" routine, so maybe "good night to the house" would fit very nicely with that.

[@tinaspilman1548]

Putting the house to bed memories is really beautiful! Goals 🤩

[@NADA-ok2ce]

I love to time! Helps a lot!! ❤

[@barbarat5729]

That was an absolutely lovely story/memory.

[@2bbossfree]

I love waking to a house that is not a mess. Yes, especially dishes--when they are either done at night, put in the dishwasher or at least set to soak, it makes the morning easier. Also, there are often things that need to be carried upstairs at the end of the day. I used to put my kids things on different steps.

[@msamios.321]

Oh, and as someone else who is neurodivergent (ADHD and Social Anxiety…diagnosed at age 57!), if you found a routine that works for at age 35, that is a huge deal, and you should be proud! I didn’t get anywhere near competency until my mid 40s, and to be completely honest, a truly clean-on-the-regular home wasn’t accomplished until my kids were in high school.

[@SimplyBeautiful516]

I can relate with you! Very similar experience for me as well.

[@trinitysallee5045]

im 22 and desperatley trying to find something but sensory is my worst issue with adhd and feeling like im tripping on stuff sends me insane half the time

[@LiisaMannikko]

Kristina, I enjoyed every bit of your video. I’m so impressed with all that you are doing with 4 children. When I was raising children the big worry that I had was that something that I needed to do would wear me out before all the kid chores. Also, I was delighted to hear your resolve to do self care. I did sometimes run short on time for self care and that is a bad habit. Thank you for this delightful video. Subscribed.

[@sunflowers2682]

Yes! Must admit I was early 50 when I began a routine for cleaning.

[@Cole_Cross]

@@trinitysallee5045 Having LESS STUFF makes it easy. Mari Kondo your life. No messes will happen.

[@georgetteroenfeldt8144]

I just came across you vid by chance and must say it held my attention to the end. Most do not. So it was interesting and entertaining. You did a great job with laying out all that the film was going to in tail. I just loved all the dresses and how you had the home decorated. It seemed to me that you have a house full of activity and children and most of all love. One of my favorite times in the post was when you where sweeping and one of your babies wanted a hug. You stopped and gave some love to the little one who seemed much better after this exchange. It was so sweet and touching to see a young one want mom to stop the presses and give a much-needed bit of magic called love to give there little harts a boost. I was amazed thinking to myself at times along in the post "this gal is sticking to her plan even when not feeling good and along with all the other fray that must be going on when raising a house full of kids , paying the bills and having a relationship with a husband." It made me think of when i was much younger and had so much going on and so much to do. I did it all and tried my guts out to do it all perfectly. Then i thought what if anything would i say to my younger self now all these years down the road. Most of all i would say "hay slow down girl..take a minute to soak some of this in. All you have in your life..all you are doing. These days pass like the wind...these memories will be all thats left someday. You will look back with so much emotion on these days. You will be surprised how much thinking of these days will affect your hart. A messy house? Pish! Its what's here in your hart to do and give will be what sifts out long days down this road that will matter." And i would tell my younger self "Don't be so hard on yourself. You are great and young and strong and beautiful and loving in all you do." I know this comment was long but i just wanted to share this with you for whatever you may get from reading it.

[@thegypsypriestess]

I always felt overwhelmed with cleaning until I discovered the brilliant habit of "Cleaning as you go" - Which means washing dishes, wiping counters and stove top, putting items in the trash and cleaning up messes as you're preparing dinner... putting things where they belong in the moment instead of placing them elsewhere temporarily...

[@Endolei]

I can't tell you how much I appreciate cleaning videos in lived in houses. And you nailed the 20's, you even fed the chickens which was a hoot. You also sent me down a probably 45 min rabbit hole of vintage kitchen appliances, starting with those very existent dishwashers. As a word of encouragement, when my kids were tiny, my mom would come to visit and would do things like help me clean up the dishes at the end of the day, catch up the mopping, ect. And then at some point last year( my kids are now 5 and 7) she goes, "you've gotten a lot better at this!" Well, yeah, I can do a LOT more, and quickly, when someone doesn't desperately need my every 5 mins (and everyone is wiping their own rear). It's hard! I feel like just in the last year or so I've gotten my own creative groove back, and am enjoying teaching those things I love to my own kids, including the cleaning. They really are super helpful, they see us do it and want to help too. So yeah. You are doing beautifully for the season you are in, and I love how real you are through the whole thing. You got this! And you have a beautiful family. :)

[@sallycooper3414]

Beautiful kids! My Mom had a dishwasher in the 1950's. You aprons are adorable, and what a fun thing to collect. I had a white French Provincial desk like yours for many years. I am amazed at what you have accomplished with a large young family. You take time to pet the cat and cuddle your baby, and that's what it's all about. We all get behind as life comes at us, so be gentle on yourself. These tips have helped me with my house, and I am 64 years old. Thank you for sharing.❤

[@fernald18]

"It was really comforting to do this routine." The single most influential reason to start and keep a housekeeping routine ❤❤❤ Thank you

[@tracyguillemette6255]

My husband and I decided to go with what works for us in order to get rid of clutter and making cleaning easier: got rid of dressers (AKA junk/dirt magnets), stored clothes in open shelving (you see what you actually have, store socks and unders in baskets) and get book shelves for books and use really small night stands (just enough room for lamp and phone charger). It is working for us for 4 years, so far so good.

[@karend.9218]

Having things neat/clean is good for the psyche. It really helps to calm. Chaos is bad for our moods. That is what I’ve learned over years. Now I’m in a purging stage. It feels good to simplify. Thanks,

[@mamamoose749]

First time to your channel. This reminded me of when I tried the fly lady method, probably 20 years ago. My kids were little, and I was always stressed about how messy and dirty my house was. Having a doable yet flexible routine was key. I really did clean my sink every night. Waking up to a clean kitchen sink made breakfast easier, which made everything else all day seem just a little less chaotic. I love this sort of video, when people try out old ways of something and find new to them ways to improve their day or just learn to appreciate their different, or maybe not so different, modern life.

[@RealMommaTalk]

I also did fly lady around that time too. I was a single parent, college student, and had health issues, so fly lady was easy for me to do in small amounts of time.

[@ColleenMarble]

I was about to come here and write a similar comment. Fly Lady methods help keep a home manageable. My kids are grown now but I still follow the method of going to bed with a clean kitchen and tidying up daily in short spurts - 15 minutes at a time, usually 2-3 times a day. Of course, my house still needs deep cleaning at regular intervals, especially bathrooms, but it's never really cluttered or "dirty" on a day-to-day basis, and it takes very little effort to maintain it once you get into the rhythm.

[@jandurham6231]

I have been loosely following FlyLady routine for years. It is so helpful. My problem now is that I work 2 days a week and babysit my granddaughter 2 days a week and take my mom shopping and to doctor’s appointments, etc.

[@malkahabuloffplantssitesan156]

this has actually given me encouragement and empowerment: i need to make TIME to keep the house being as clean and decluttered as i want it to be! it cant happen by itself... i love feeling the connection to homemakers of the past including my grandmother and mom!

[@WithLoveKristina]

Oh I’m so glad! I have stuck to this one since I made the video now and it’s honestly made tidying up SO much easier!

[@donnamclaughlin9215]

Your kids are little and they are learning as they watch you set a good example. Kids are good at putting things away. It is good to learn sorting. A very good learning skill. A clean house is organized and this is why cleaning routines are easier. We teach organizational skills in school. It helps a lot with attention and reduces frustration while saving time. Don't be stressed sometimes you need to prioritize and let other things wait. Your house is adorable.

[@trinityoflove21]

It’s hard to understand anyone would bash you like that! This is a video and there are thousands of others I could choose to watch and I watched yours, if they thought badly they could just move on and do something else. Here you are, being a rock star, cleaning your house and helping people like me at the same time. You go girl. Your aprons rock!

[@rachelmills1210]

FlyLady has changed my life! Her book is so down to earth. I listened to it while cleaning for some mega motivation! She has a very kind mentality as well. I don't do everything exactly how she says, but the principles and habits she teaches have helped me so much.

[@j.n.w7903]

I'm a FlyBaby too. It truly bothers me when someone tries her system without reading her book and then gives their uneducated opinion. Now that I think on it, I guess that's how I feel about basically everything! 😂

[@lijohnyoutube101]

I stopped following her because of the things she said in support of Trump. I just didn’t want to support someone in any way with such vile views.

[@lucycat2576]

I also Love the FlyLady, which I found out why she is Flylady , the FLY comes from (Finally Loving Yourself) P.S. I like Trump, he did so much good, like getting rid of IRS penalty for not having Obama care. Dems never helped him, it could of helped USA so much instead of fighting. This video is interesting/inspiring. I say clean the easiest/fastest way possible, the baby/toddlers/pets so adorable Great Job GF!!!❤🐈😊

[@impalamama7302]

I love The Flylady! Found her over twenty years ago when I was mother of four and home educated so her methods changed my life!! Now I am a widow and all my children are grow and gone and its just me, but that Flywashing took! I dont care about politics when something works it works!

[@tracysullivan6450]

Fly baby here 🙋🏻‍♀️ Found her over 20 years ago when my four boys were young. Changed my life, and gave me some sanity!

[@GypsyWolfGina]

Yes to a cleaning routine series. I love it and you're such a nice person too. ❤

[@WithLoveKristina]

😊 thank you

[@gillianholter-hovind2367]

I think the reason they used to do silverware first was because it actually was silver, and the bone/ ivory/handles were glued in place. These would not ever be left soaking in a dishpan or they would be ruined. My grandmother always stood her cutlery in a jug of cold water( just the metal part, blades and fork tines) whilst she tidied the rest of the food stuff away and scraped and stacked the dishes ready to wash. Then it really was a case of cleanest items first, moving through to the pans at the end (which were also filled with cold water to soak as she prepared to wash up). Of course not everyone had real silverware, but if you had a home with two maids, it probably was at least silver plated! My word you did well to do so much with three small children to care for, and all the cooking too… don’t forget that having two “maids“ did not include the nanny or the cook!

[@WithLoveKristina]

I didn't even think about the fact that it was likely real silver! this makes a lot of sense. Honestly, doing the silverware anyway makes it a lot easier to wash the rest of the dishes because then the sink doesn't feel so cluttered!

[@MrDigglepiggle]

Yep, I was taught to wash dishes cleanest to dirtiest. Like sharing bath water...cleanest person first, dirtiest last. 😂

[@kellyp6675]

You are simply lovely. I was a stay at home mom with 2 young boys, and i tried very hard to keep my home clean. I never achieved that. When baby 3 arrived, i had gone back to work as my boys were in school all day. My home was never fully clean. To the point that my extended family commented. When my kids were grown and out of the house, my husband and I finally enjoyed a clean house. But it was empty. My boys have moved back in, one with his wife and toddler! My house is once again chaos. I'm not sad - i can live with clutter, but i see myself in your struggle. Having a perfectly clean house is so satisfying, but you have to LIVE there. I think you're well on your way to that balance.

[@lydiafry163]

I love Dana K White’s basic cleaning tasks, which starts with “just do your dishes” every night. She’s also has a no mess decluttering method so you don’t pull everything out, get halfway through decluttering, and have a bigger mess than ever. She’s on KZbin, etc. and has written a few books.

[@BoringTroublemaker]

THIS. I love her. I was never able to keep my house under control until I read her books. Now, my house is unrecognizable as my house. it’s taken years to establish the habits and declutter, but even when my house falls back into disaster status I can get it under control in less than an hour instead of a weekend. Dana’s methods are LIFE CHANGING.

[@theluckyfishmarket]

She's one of the few who even has dishes built into the routine which is WEIRD. Dishes are major.

[@lquinn410]

I'm glad you mentioned Dana! When she said, 'I just don't see the mess.' My mind IMMEDIATELY went to Dana's slobvision. No offense to anyone. This is me too and Dana's tips have immensely helped me start to tackle my home!

[@aubreymorgan9763]

ooo..thank you for the suggestion, I'll look into it. I have mental health as well as physical heath issues and cleaning is so overwhelming I'd rather not even look at it. And yea that decluttering thing...I've still got a bigger mess than ever from trying to clean the first one and its been sitting in the corner for at least 6 months now :(

[@katekiddo1714]

Oh wow! Thanks for the tip!

[@finnbyrnes6301]

I love your honesty. I honestly cannot stand to clean to be honest. I love the way I feel when it's finished but getting motivated is so hard. A lot of you tubers show their PERFECT houses. Thank you for being an honest person. I love your channel. I think women are our own hardest critics. My sister's house always looks perfect but she also doesn't work and hs grown children so I have to remind myself of that.

[@elmorageldenhuys9497]

Loved this video ❤ Your house is not a museum, but a home lived in. It's just overwhelming watching videos with these perfect picture homes.

[@cheryld-mck3427]

I am 58 yrs old and am an "ADD Mom" -- a term I needed to teach my kids at a young age so they wouldn't be too embarrassed when their friends came over. Somehow I managed to raise two boys who have turned into responsible adults despite the clutter they grew up in. Thank you for making this video and allowing us to see inside your normal home. I have already begun incorporating this 100-year-old routine and it feels good to have clean structure. I grew up in a cluttered home as my mom also didn't know how to clean (she was raised with a maid during the depression era). ... AND, there is a dishwasher from the late 1930s up in our family cabin. Just sayin' ... Love your channel!!!

[@tonyboloni64]

One thing to remember: it will never be as difficult or detailed as the first time. Once your routine is down pat you'll buzz through this quickly and efficiently. Opening the curtains brings sunshine and freshness to your home, opening windows, if possible, combined with sunlight, go along way towards bringing order and tidyness.

[@lisamanning489]

You are such a sweetheart. This is only the second video of yours I've seen. I absolutely love you. I love that you are very wholesome and honest. I came here to say shame on those that criticize you and your videos. Who cares if you don't do it perfectly. Who cares if you don't do it like they would. You do you and keep being you! You are unique and wonderful! To those who don't agree, move along. Surely, you can find your place somewhere else. Don't mind the haters. Be you!

[@nicolekiel1050]

I was HUGELY impressed by how much you did with a young baby! My own boys were very needy babies, and it was a win if I had the dishes and laundry done. I didn't get into a solid cleaning routine until my youngest was 2. I will also say that my house now stays relatively clean, but I refuse to dust and clean bathrooms daily. 😂

[@wendywelsh8729]

This was so fun to watch! One big part of keeping a neat house is to put everything back where it goes when youre done with it instead of letting it all accumulate until the end.

[@lilliethomas4061]

More people should see your video! I was uplifting and enlightening to learn that there is order to cleaning. Personally as a younger adult who was never taught the importance or proper way to clean this video gave me a lot of hope that i can keep my own house just a little bit tidier with routine and knowledge! Thank You for the video! God Bless

[@suzannestack7784]

My first time watching you. I need to get my house in order and get into a routine as well. I find you are a lovely person and a good Mom. Please don't let nasty people get you down. You don't have to explain yourself as to your family.

[@WithLoveKristina]

Thank you so much!

[@fakeexpert4016]

I love this video. This is the most real cleaning routine ive seen with the chaos of having a family while facing the never ending battle of household chores. Ive seen so many cleaning routine videos where the home is already spotless and never seems to ever get dirty.

[@Pamela.B]

God bless you! Your children are sweet & your endeavor is so encouraging. Your honesty is so refreshing & comforting to behold. It’s a rainy March morning in Pennsylvania & this video has just been the best! Thank you ! 👏🏻

[@kindredcottagelife]

I have to tell you I have 1 billion things to do but I just couldn’t stop watching the sweet video. Thank you for making it. And thank you for gracing yourself because it helps the rest of us to grace ourselves! 💕 great job!!! we are never too old to learn!!

[@rayselby3487]

Sue here: it takes work to keep a clean home but it's so worth it! Good for the mind - healthy for the family - and teaches the kids to be responsible. Beautiful video ❤.

[@littlestbroccoli]

No shame here about chores -- I just love how much love you're always giving your kids!

[@rubytook8067]

You are the first parent I have seen in the “cleaning routine” genre and it is a breath of fresh air! THANK YOU! Edit: I also have ADHD and am a parent with young children so this is super helpful!

[@WithLoveKristina]

I’m so glad you found me ❤️❤️❤️

[@ShellyNoelly]

That awkward mom is also how can I say this.... Human

[@skokokelli]

I know it’s been a year, but other recommendations are A Slob (Dana K White) Comes Clean, Clutterbug (has ADHD), and Secret Slob. They all get it and are kind, compassionate and clever folks. Just like cleaning advice, “typical” parenting advice doesn’t necessarily work for ND families. Love them and do your best.

[@joannc147]

You’re adorable and SO honest! What a task to take on the routine of 2 maids for a week (meanwhile, you also get bonus points for being the nanny as well!). Whew….kids are messy! Nice video, I enjoyed spending the time to watch it❤

[@elsiestormont1366]

Love the outtakes ❤ and I love how you enjoy your vintage tablecloths, dresses, pins etc etc. You have a beautiful family! By the way, I am sixty with no children or even a husband to help clutter up my house and I have yet been brave enough to try a cleaning routine. You have inspired me. 😊

[@shalinbreanne86]

You did an amazing job! A rule i live by is, "as you leave a room, grab something that doesn't belong and put it away." It has helped me keep a more tidy home during my relaxation time. If I'm leaving the living room and there is a napkin or toy, I grab it on my way out and put it away. Seems like less work that way when you tidy up. ❤

[@cheykath]

I really appreciate your transparency and vulnerability in this video. I struggle with housekeeping as well even though housekeeping routines are an interest of mine. I am always searching for one that will click. I work full-time and deal with chronic illness, and it's just hard. I find your videos to be a breath of fresh air and incredibly inspiring. ❤

[@cheykath]

P.S. I love your aprons! A few suggestions for things to try: Clean Mama, the Organised Mum, the Flylady, Motivated Moms.

[@Empathy_Queen]

Well, I, too, have seen lots of other videos from women doing vintage housecleaning routines, but I subscribed to your channel because you resonate with me more. Keep up the good (house)work! :)

[@margareth1504]

❤ love how your little one just went up to you to give you a hug while you were busy cleaning. Looked to me like it was showing mum some love and support as she was looking after everyone and everything. Lovely family. Amazing video.

[@garlicgirl3149]

I thought that was precious too.

[@msvulcanlogic]

I really love your frankness about how hard it is to keep a house clean if you just don’t know how to begin with. I am a horrible housekeeper, and really held back by perfectionism. I want to try this method! And I love your vintage dresses and aprons!❤

[@lanapoulliot7682]

I always wash glasses first, then silverware, then plates, bowls, and lastly the pots, pans, casserole dishes. I need to declutter my whole house so I can clean it properly. Thanks for the inspiration!

[@beverlykoehler817]

Real and honest person who puts it all out here for the world. Thank you for being so genuine.

[@tinkertailorgardenermagpie]

Just discovered your channel - love the vintage vibes! Please stop apologizing to the haters! Do your videos how YOU want to do your videos! You’re sweet & interesting & everyone else enjoys your content! ❤️

[@jameydupuy9280]

FYI, I adore the way you sweetly call out obnoxious trolls who critique you knowing their house is probably 100x worse and they are trying to make themselves feel good putting you down. Shame on them. I was raised, "if you do not have something nice to say- [shut up!]- well, keep your mouth closed. If you don't, you make an idiot of yourself and cause others to look at you and criticize. You did a wonderful job! I have 4 children and I could not imagine doing it when my youngest was a baby. Those years are a blur of chasing toddlers and just trying to keep them alive on a daily basis! Yay, you!!!

[@WithLoveKristina]

I needed this comment today, thank you sweetling. 💖 your kindness is seen and makes a difference.

[@Evilgamesprite]

So this is just a suggestion. I lived in a home that had old stained roll linoleum floors. There was some damage to them as well. I repaied and made sure they were smooth and super clean. Painted them with tile paint, then stenciled them. And sealed it with polyurethane. I didn't have the money to replace the floors completely. But everyone thought I had found a vintage tile to put down. They hold up in the bathroom with water perfectly it has been 4 year with 5 people and 2 dogs, plus a cat at home full time in the country they still look amazing. Also, as someone who cleans professionally, skip the feather dusters or any other Duster. They just spread dust somewhere else.

[@PoetiqueMs]

Then how do you dust?

[@Snookscat]

Remove stuff. Wipe surface with a slightly damp cloth in one hand, dry cloth in the other. Wipe stuff, put back.

[@JessieI]

I agree on the feather dusters. We gave up Swiffers, as wonderful as they work, the company making them creates carbon, then they just fill up Landfills. We have been using the same set of micro-cloths for 11 years, as those have become crusty, we just bought a new set.

[@ZimVader-0017]

I have a lot of cotton yarn that I had no idea what to do with, so I started making washcloths. They work really well and clean off really easily.

[@gohawks3571]

@@JessieI I got rid of mine 10yrs ago, just to find I really wanted it for things like broken glass and doggie accidents. I have been able to use them without the disposable stuff otherwise with a microfiber cloth on the duster, and there are washable cloths you can get to go over both the duster & the mop. I haven't yet, but I was thinking about having a spray bottle to use for mopping instead of the Swiffer stuff. But I have a reusable mop aside from my somewhat hacked Swiffer😊 My best use of the Swiffer sweeper is to clean mirrors and windows.... Why did it take me so long to figure that out?!😁

[@amilan409]

those people who said they didn't have dishwashers in the 50's annoyed me so much ... I knew they did, because I've seen ads in old magazines and then I went to an estate sale that turned out to be in a time capsule home ... they had a yellow 50's kitchen with a dishwasher that still had the brochures inside and had never been used ! ... oh how I wanted all the appliances, but they were being sold with the house ( I hope they didn't end up in landfill ) darn people who gut time capsule homes ... but anyways, yep 50's dishwashers totally existed. I am surprised to learn they were invented in 1850 and then 1893 though - wow !

[@aussiejubes]

I know! There's a whole movie-type ad with a famous 50s actress who goes through her "Electrolux Home" or whatever brand it was. A dishwasher was in the home and it was the 50s.

[@Angelica-uo7bw]

It was probably only rich people who had them.

[@hotrodblonde]

Our family didn’t have a dishwasher until the late 80’s/early 90’s. And even that was a portable.

[@amilan409]

@@hotrodblonde my family had one when I was a little kid, it was from the 70s. It was either avocado green or gold, I can't remember.. and I don't know if the family got it new or used ... Always had portables though. I threw out our last dishwasher around 20 years ago.. I hated having to pre-wash before putting the dishes in, then some were still gross when load was done, plus took up valuable kitchen space.

[@zoewilkins2896]

@@aussiejubes There are adverts for diamond necklaces, designer clothes, Teslas and Lamborghinis and iPhones these days - most people do not have those things in their homes!

[@moonbasket]

As someone in a smaller household that sometimes ends up with one person doing a lot of cleaning while everyone else rests, I really appreciate you putting in the extra effort to try out the routine on your own. It's interesting. ❤

[@karafreiborg2135]

You go little mama. You are adorable. Thank you for inviting us into your home, for your candor and the vulnerability you own like a boss. I send a million blessings your way. I found this enjoyable and the fact that you do all the normal life chores and film, get dressed and edit this video is freaking impressive! Keep doin the damn thing. Whatever it is, you got it.

[@lisamanning489]

❤

[@ShirleyJalal]

Kristina, thank you for making this video! For those subs who like ME, APPRECIATE you taking the time and thought to even make this type of video! WE love it! I SOOOO appreciate you making this video! I LOVED it! I am so very sorry for those who came at you about the dishwasher and those who have said things about why dont your kids and husband help you! I didnt know that about dishwashers thats fasicinating to learn! I didnt even pay no attention in that other video about you using your dishwasher. I loved that video too! I am obsessed with how they lived long ago! I totally love being (trying to be) a 1950's housewife! It is none of their business why your kids and hubby aint in the video! The video is about a 100 year old cleaning routine its not about YOUR KIDS or hubby. People should mind their own and just appreciate the video for what it is meant to be! WOW 70 aprons! I would love to see them! This video was amazing! Thank you so very much!

[@suzannechristian7912]

Beautiful momma, beautiful kids, beautiful home. I feel the same way about opening curtains - feels wonderful to allow the natural light into the rooms.

[@5kChristina]

Glad to see that you are making good progress! I found that drastically decreasing my family's possessions had a great impact on how tidy my home became. Also, teaching my children to put things where they belonged also helped. So keep up the good work!

[@christiecruzxo2841]

Thanks Kristina for showing a REAL home. Your home looks like mine, I have 3 year old twins and a 13 year old and it’s not always an Instagram reel. Your home is so charming and cozy, especially your kitchen I just adore❤ so happy this came up on my recommended this morning I had missed you!! You have a beautiful family thanks for sharing and making the rest of us with real lived in homes not feel so alone ❤ xoxo

[@coal.sparks]

"At least, even though I had a bad day, I would have a clean house. And it was fairly simple to do." This is the major learning here. :) I think any routine - this, the FlyLady or any of the other ones you can find online - is something just to give us a toehold on where to start when it seems like everything is a mess and overwhelming.

[@breeziebeautie]

I have ADHD & seeing someone cleaning and going through the motions the same way I do/would was so comforting to me. Thank you for showing the parts most wouldn’t. I often go ham cleaning one day & the next two days are really tired/“sick” days for me as well. I’m not a Mom and I struggle to even clean for 2 hours! So I can’t imagine how hard it must be! I’m inspired to clean now! Lol also I get an energy kick at night as well!