Speed Clean with Me - My Christmas Cleaning Routine

[@ellykaye6633]

The mischievous elf is a hypocrite! He tattles on the kids, then does bad things! We chose to have him do kindnesses and spread love. He’s found doing good deeds and hugging other doll friends. Writing encouraging notes, leaving treats, etc.

[@poppyseed389]

I love this 😂

[@bsuzysimpson]

Right?! We don’t have our elf do anything super bad, just silly things like toilet papering the tree or putting googly eyes on our family pictures. But we also don’t tell her that the elf reports behavior. That feels really wrong.

[@sonyad7723]

I don't have a pile of kids +2 parent's shoes in my entryway area, just my own single pair of flip flops (my 1 pair of heels I FINALLY graduated too (I'm disabled so couldn't wear heels for YEARS!!!! But finally not only feel stable enough to buy 1 pair for special occasions and date nights, but also they are super treaded so ultra secure on the ground for me & old ladies!!! lol) Back to our entryways... So I keep my heels in my clothes closet & I keep my sneakers on my treadmill (bc that's where I use them twice every day, plus only several feet away from the front door of my apartment) That said, I STILL LOVE coming home to that fresh beautiful smelling home each time I open my front door & walk in! Soooo, I have exactly 2 Febreze plugins, 1 in my bathroom (plus a Febreze spray bottle bc it IS the bathroom... enough said) and the other plugin is plugged in right next to the front door (inside of course). So everytime I (or anyone) walks into my apartment, it smells AMAZINGLY CLEAN AND FRESH! (unless I need to clean the litter boxes, bc I just threw my back out soooo scheduling someone to clean the 2 for 2 kitties during the holidays is a bit hard this month! Poor kitty noses are even more sensitive than mine :( lol but so far so almost good;)

[@rw7806]

Sonya, get a Scoop free automatic self-cleaning litter box. Life-changing 🎉

[@rw7806]

@@sonyad7723 As a cat mom, I highly recommend an automatic litter box. Scoop free self-cleaning litter box changed everything 🎉

[@lnchudy0827]

Love that you are so real and open and honest and incredibly relatable to most of us! I also hate seeing videos of those perfect esthetically pleasing homes that don't look lived in. Thank you for this video!

[@TheMennomilist]

I love this. Cute little ditty you're singing too. Love the lack of clutter in your home. Always appreciate that.

[@sherryruddell3588]

This was what I needed to get ready for guests. Your house is beautiful. And I love your apron. Thanks for being your lovable you!

[@dianeo]

Thank you for the help with ADHD cleaning and organizing. I've got it bad! Procrastinating and jumping from one task to another before one is completed is a daily battle. I could also use helpful tips for cleaning with arthritis issues. Thanks again!

[@diannalaubenberg7532]

Re: baseboards- take that swiffer and go around the baseboards on a regular basis. It takes seconds, and really saves the knees!

[@Kriszee4]

Merry Christmas everyone❤❤

[@robinhulett316]

Hope everyone has a very merry Christmas!! Or whatever you may celebrate!!! 🙏

[@ksk881]

Elf on a Shelf was not a thing when my son was little, so I thoroughly enjoyed your stories about Charlie and his shenanigans! Thanks for sharing, Cas. You crack me up every time!

[@RobinGoesCamping]

I am disabled and struggling with my housekeeping. Genius idea: if you have a walker with a seat, put your tidy tote or basket on the seat and it works great for putting things away

[@TheGenflute]

😂 singing Another One Bites the Dust while cleaning! Perfect!

[@melissamccabe2845]

Cass, very few people have the ability to make me laugh out loud, but somehow you crack me up all the time!

[@christinebauserman6884]

Thank you! So glad I am not the only one who has the sofa pillows always knocked on the floor. Also my kids bathroom is just plain gross so I am totally with you. Thanks for always being real with us! Don't setup your house for a video, do it as life really is in your house.

[@LilCraftyNook]

When her content IS about cleaning her house, it’s a great thing!! My content creates a mess so it’s really difficult to keep up.

[@TheCrazyHolder]

Thank you so much. As an adult adhd diagnosis I've struggled my whole life to stay on top of life. Your cleaning and decluttering videos are life changing

[@kathymills1925]

Cas, you are hilariously real! Thank you for this video! I’m going to follow it when I start the cleaning process. Elf on a shelf was not a thing until my “kids” were grown. When I started seeing it in stores I had no idea what the heck it was until I started watching social media. Then I was glad I didn’t have that to do when they were little. It is funny to see it though, and yours was hilarious. Fitting for you. If you ever want to stop doing KZbin, you could be a comedian!!

[@tannif7455]

I agree my house stays tidy and if it gets messy it doesn't take me long to tidy it up because I've decluttered, organised and everything has a home. But yes I still need to clean as there is a big difference between tidy and clean however like you Cas I prefer to tidy and need to motivate myself to clean. Usually I listen to your podcasts then when I clean which makes cleaning not so boring. 😅

[@MrsAlmaTrumble]

Oh my goodness, your shirt. I LOOOOOOVE it. Merry Christmas, Cas and family.

[@heathersmeather]

Hehe…she had pjs made for the whole family. It was really funny. Maybe she’ll share the story again. 😁

[@shadegarden7375]

Your new house has such a great vibe! More open, bright and calm!

[@meganfitzpatrick1019]

I didn't realize dust was coming from the pillow, I just thought you were spanking the moose!!! Lol Happy Holidays!!! ♥️ 💚

[@crybebebunny]

You are incredible ❣️💞🎉🪄❣️🪄🪄🎉 I felt like the train ran me over 🥴😭🥴😫😖🥱🧐 You got me Out of bed. I am getting dressed because of you. I am starting in my kitchen. Putting my big girl pants. 😂🎉😂😅👖👖🧤🕶🪮🧹🧺🧻🪣🧼🫧🫧🧽🛋🪑🪞🛏🔦💡🔍🔎🎛📿👒👑 Thank you ❣️❣️🪄❣️🎉💞 You are a life saver 😭🤯🥳😪😭THANK YOU ❣️❣️💞❣️ I cleaned out two shelves. Throw out some stuff (expired). Resting up for another round in 15 minutes. I have some kitchen towels to decorate my kitchen as my final reward when my kitchen is at least half way done I will put them out. The same goes for my bathroom. I am happy that you were blessed with a house/home of your dreams❣️💞❣️😭🥳🎉👑 You are doing so much for the many who watch your channel ❣️ Very Merry Christmas to you and your family 🎉❣️☃️🎄🪢🎄🤶🎅

[@geniejordan118]

Add 😊a piece of lemon or squirt of lemon juice in the bowl in the microwave. It makes the whole kitchen smell amazing. Then grind the lemon rind in the garbage disposal. Holy cow it smells so fresh !!

[@brendaschueler21]

OMG!! Your Elf shenanigans are hysterical!!! 🤣

[@bumblebee_ms]

Quick tip about stainless steel, you can use cheap white vinegar diluted in water to clean it streak-free. Actually, you can use this formula everywhere in your house (except on marble and stone), I do, even on wood and tiled floors.

[@kathydittmer9659]

You’re a great cheery voice relief girl! Today I was driving and listening to Anderson Coopers podcast on grief. He was talking to a mom who had a stillborn baby girl! I had so many tears in my eyes driving, it was becoming unsafe for the public. So, bump to next podcast and there you are with your cheery voice! Thank God! My heart will return to that mom for months to come, but…I could see AND pick up a few tips besides!!

[@Meadow1143]

I loved the little back ground singing while cleaning 🤭

[@jennyfaith6155]

I just have one suggestion. Check your trash can. I grab a lysol wipe when the bag is full and give the trach can lid (inside and out) a quick wipe down. Get any chunks or drips that dried. Toss it in, tie it up and take out the trash. I've been to clean spaces but then go to throw trash away and been blown away, super grossed out, by the trash area.... just saying.

[@Clutterbug]

Great idea!!

[@jennyfaith6155]

@Clutterbug 🥰 I just love you Cass! Merry Christmas!

[@konablu]

Thank you, Cass. A quick way to clean and tidy. You're so much fun. None of our places ever looked like those homes you see in magazines. I say" live in the home you have". Keep things tidy. We are learning new ways to do that and my kids like your crazy stories. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Have fun and be full of joy.

[@ceceliachandler8761]

Cass you kill me! I love what you did with Elf on a Shelf!!!! You are an awesome Mom!!!

[@kyleenetoledo9083]

I totally missed this.... what did she do??

[@ceceliachandler8761]

You have to watch the very end of her video.

[@heidicanton956]

Oh Cass! You are my favourite person!!! 🤣🤣🤣

[@leewhittal778]

Just a tip, with the grids on your stove, I clean them in the dishwasher 😊

[@camis.1347]

My hubby takes a while to get stuff done for me as well. In the same boat girl! There's always a to do list. The house was nicely decorated for Christmas.

[@LouLou-22]

you are amazing Clutterbug!!! I needed this motivation!!! Thank you!!! ❤ from UK!!! 😍🥳💯

[@clarisebehr]

Ok so I really like Charlie, he sounds like he would have soo much fun with my kids, they are all major mischief makers! Good on ya Charlie! You kept those kids well behaved all through Christmas!!!

[@RaeInTime]

I'll just wait for Santa's elves to do the cleaning for me 😂 ⛄ ❄️

[@judylynnturner]

They are almost done and my house, sending them your way next! 😊

[@bearin29]

I stay for the final stories. I just freagin' adore you. That's all

[@janetmann3557]

The shower curtain gets me too! I knew exactly what you were saying, "my arms! My arms!"

[@bambicrosby120]

this is how i keep a clean house also. and i almost always pick up after mysself and put things back where they go. it saves so much easier.

[@kakylong2]

Great motivational video. We're leaving town, but I still want a clean house to return to. 😊

[@lgraps]

THE ELF PHOTOS! ❤ I rewatched and paused so I could fully appreciate each one. You are so creative!

[@lyndanickerson1373]

My house is messy enough nevermind making a bigger mess with Elf on the shelf! We have never done elf on the shelf and I don't intend! Cass I have to thank you for your motivation! Yesterday we had someone come into check out smoke detectors and fire extinguisher, I managed to clean up a spot in the upstairs hallway that has been driving me crazy for awhile now! Now if I can use that motivation for decluttering the rest of the house and organizing it!

[@pjmzwoodwood685]

Cass, You're just the best. Thank you for the ideas, creativity and truth you share. But most of all thank you for leaving us with a smile on our faces. Girl! I cannot believe you trashed your own house. But how great the memories you made. It truly is the little things in life. Merry Christmas!

[@Kris-pw4gp]

Another fantastic video. Thank you for being so real and sharing your life with us! You are beautiful and funny and make some of the tougher stuff easier to do and manage. Those pictures of Charlie are hilarious! You are so creative. Have a really amazing Christmas! 💞

[@jennifersilva7250]

I LOVE your elf on a shelf pics. I wish the Elf on a shelf was around when my kids were home. They are 25 and 27 now and it wasn't a thing yet when they were little. I would have been just like you, a naughty elf all the way. So much fun, great memories. I'm going to do your speed cleaning Saturday. Thank you for the great video, love ya!

[@jquin9369]

I love your videos and especially this one for the "quick, get it ready here they come" cleaning! I struggle with keeping my house tidy because my husband is happy just to drop things wherever/whenever and my elderly mom lives with us and I categorize her as an organized hoarder! I'm setting a personal goal for the new year to see what I can do to make some changes!!

[@suzy1676]

Good for you!

[@2simfan]

Thank you for the checklist. I need this video so much. Team curtains, they make such a difference, finishes of the room nicely. The Elf! I thought we were naughty you absolutely win!!

[@niikkii_]

Not Charlie looking up the angel’s dress 😆😆😆😆😆🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@annettesacht3585]

Love your endings.... so real

[@EffervescentElaine]

Love love love all of your cleaning tips! Thanks 💕

[@DailyInGodsWord]

Ok....your Elf-on-a-shelf was too funny! fortunately - my kids were grown before the Elf became a thing.

[@cookiemon4614]

Yep Definitely Mom of the year! Merry Christmas Cas and family❤

[@darlahkelley9800]

Merry 2023 Christmas 🎄 ❤️ From San Diego California USA 🇺🇸 ❤️

[@EmmaMorgan09]

I have a TOP TIP to share… for the last year I’ve been making my own cleaner which has changed my life. 1part dish soap/2parts rubbing alcohol/3parts water. OMG! It’s the best kitchen cleaner but we use it for everything! There’s no grime it can’t tackle! Amazing stuff xx

[@camis.1347]

@EmmaMorgan09 You can also do that with vinegar if you run out of rubbing alcohol.

[@evahicks4921]

Listened to your podcast with Jamie☺️my 2 favorite people to watch and listen!

[@kathleenrutherford733]

WOW your home is STUNNING, beautiful decorations as well LOVE it!

[@xarapapazoglou1716]

You are the best!!! Keep doing all these great videos!!! MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!

[@Karen-pe6oc]

Mom of the Year! 🎄 The memories of magic live on. Thank you for sharing.😅

[@larkiameade9251]

Your elf on a shelf stories are funny. And yes you got the mom with the most spirit award!

[@cindikiser8282]

Merry Christmas ⛄ Hope the first year in your new home 🏡 is extra special. Heading out to pickup 😂 last of the food for Christmas Eve 🎄 Hugs my fun KZbin Lady 👏👏

[@BarbaraSnyderRN]

I put my stovetop grates and all the parts plus the filter from the exhaust fan (metal) in the dishwasher and wash it on normal wash hot water and hot dry as much as it needs, once a week or twice a month. Everything comes out sparkling clean and dry. (Don't put the parts back on wet, they will clog the gas ports.)

[@Clutterbug]

Smart!!

[@childcrone]

hee, I stayed to the end. SO imaginative & creative, you are! I hadn't even heard of that thing until well into my adulthood and until now had no idea of the premise behind it. I quite enjoyed your nostalgic sampler.

[@caroleeh7269]

I LOVE your comedy. You make the video so much more enjoyable. Keep it up!!

[@lynnwales2937]

Oh goodness, I always forget my entryway Thanks for the reminder!

[@Rosa-kf6yy]

Love the sparkles

[@angelasagenda]

Pledge multi surface in the blue can cleans stainless steel beautifully too.

[@nikkorenee]

Cass Your stories at the end are Epic I Love them!!!❣️

[@debbiereilly2849]

i’m so happy you have the same problem taking down the shower curtain ❤

[@saramations]

4:20 ⚠️ just to remind everyone that the inside of the microwave and steam will be very hot so be very careful when wiping the inside!

[@mbk6915]

Cass, thanks for the REAL video and chart for cleaning. I am short and I struggle too with the shower curtain! Whenever I want to wash it or change it, it is such a pain!

[@chooleeng7761]

Oh you are so funny 😂. Yes the curtains are up 👏

[@jodiknap-TheWhiteBirchStudio]

I LOVE watching someone clean!!

[@marylinelliott611]

Look how big that little puppy has grown!!😅🐾🐾

[@lisapully9274]

One of my daughters pointed me to your channel. I did your clutter test, I'm a "Butterfly". With your help and ideas I hope to get my craft room 😮 and my entire house in order 😊 thank you

[@Tabatha437]

Finally someone who differentiates between tidy and clean. 🎉

[@JtotheDplus3]

I really like your different way of using background music by singing! It’s also amusing 😂 it’s so much better than the common way👍🏽👍🏽

[@jonawesolowski-thecommunit9968]

Bwahhhaaa. So, I must say for the amount of work, I am glad elf on a shelf came along after my girls were older lol. But lemme say I have a ball watching what folks do with elf on a shelf. The creativity blows me away. 😅

[@robertaking7639]

I love your videos and especially the end part for us that stuck around! ❤️

[@jcmhanel1]

I have always wanted really nice fancy looking shower curtain hooks. And then I discovered the double hook my shower curtain on the inside on one hook the fancy curtain on the outside you just lift it off. I love it.

[@uvatech]

perfect video, Cas! And "Bravo!" on joining the ranks of Elf Avoiders!

[@sharonknorr1106]

Can't believe what you did with your elf! But, the memories for your kids are certainly lasting and unique, so a little elf insanity is OK. Merry Christmas!

[@reneecailloux2573]

Your Elf story is too funny. I would have never put my bras and undies outside! lol! You are something else. Love it!

[@talicarter8256]

My partner is a very visual organiser where as i like most things to be neatly organised and put away. Our styles clash when either one of us get into the mood to tidy, i sware sometimes the kids find it funny how we argue about where something goes or where its gone. Would love to see what your ideas are for clashing styles

[@CookingwithCatLover0330]

Thank you! I need to get my butt going on the last minute stuff. People coming Monday. Merry Christmas!

[@educ8dmind]

Vinegar works good too with stainless 😀

[@ninak8506]

This is what I am doing today. But I had to take a break and watch you clean. Love you to pieces. My real life is a freaking hot mess 😆😆 but I keep trying.

[@AmyLeeAngelLove]

The video I so desperately need. I don't know where I should even begin and it looks like my apartment threw up... and I LOVE to procrastinate... and I only have 5 days left... 5!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@brendaspencer6691]

Merry Christmas to you and your family.

[@BrittCHelmsSr]

You're the greatest. Those who don't stay to the end are missing the icing on the cake in each episode.

[@lindaj.4198]

😂 you are the mom of the year! Merry Christmas!

[@poppyseed389]

You are my absolute favorite youtuber ❤ and i watch a lot of youtube lol. Youre amazing cas, love your energy and vibe and realness

[@margot9647]

I always wait till the end. Your neighbors must have had a good laugh!

[@fionadonald9639]

Elf on the shelf - naughtly Charlie!! hahahahahahah that is GOLD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@pamelamaurer2076]

I love staying til the end to hear all your funny stories!!!!

[@charlisawayne7504]

Great tips as always, keep sharing the love.

[@carleenkribbet5238]

You are too funny, and very creative 😊

[@Baileybooandecho]

I like how you make up songs as you go along! I do the same thing 😂 I also appreciate the arms up problem. That's how I feel when I blow dry my hair. 🤦🏼‍♀️

[@fabienneclavier5984]

Thanks for the tips, and the list. My brother in law just told us he’d be coming over for the New Year weekend, totally not something we had planned, so work will be needed around the house and we won’t have much time for it. Considering my daughter and husband are messy and often destroy my efforts to keep the house somewhat clean and presentable, that video came in handy! Thank you, and have a wonderful Christmas!

[@audreyshaw6449]

Love your voiceover, the singing! That’s mine. It’s tidy, but NOT clean. It’s cleanish! Hard to keep it clean with two big dogs too!

[@gracegamboa1819]

😂 I love ypu Cass! I , very been watching ypur Chanel for 9 years now when I was searching to organize kids toys for my daycare space!!

[@ginah.6243]

I can't believe you hung your own underwear outside in front of the neighbors! lol That's commitment!

[@CatLady16]

Thank you for this!! I've been stressing about the house cleaning for Christmas! Your house looks great and the tree is beautiful!