Weekly Flylady Thread 17th September 2007

pigpen

Welcome to the weekly Flylady thread. If you need help organising your week when it comes to housework, or just the motivation to do the dreaded housework tasks you have to do, come and join us, hopefully make it a little easier. You never know, you might start to enjoy it!

Following requests to start things steadier for new members who did not realise the tasks list wasn’t a must do, just an encouragement. There will now be level 1, 2 and 3. Level 1 being very basic it has been requested that this is just one task per day, level 2 in the middle, up to 3 which is more advanced and time consuming. If you want to do level 2 you add the tasks on level 1 with the level 2 tasks, if you want to do level 3 you add the tasks on, easy peasy. Choose a level to aim for but be realistic, if you’ve got a busy day on or are just starting etc aim for level one, if you get higher then great, if not then not to worry its only suggestions. Every room comes back around next week. Trust me some days I'll only be doing level one myself.

THESE LISTS ARE ONLY SUGGESTIONS AND NOT A MUST DO LIST, ALWAYS WELCOME TO POST AND FOLLOW YOUR OWN.

Also adding a declutter mission each day. Another one where it’s up to you if you want to do it or if you need to. This follows requests from members who are looking to declutter. Fling boogies, hotspot clearing, cupboard sorts, drawer sorts etc will all be on this list. Any problems with this of any suggestions do please let me know.

A few of the basics before we start the week

Hotspots are any areas which if one thing gets put there, loads of other things follow!

Daily routines are anything you need to do on a daily basis like washing, swish and swipe kitchen and bathroom, ironing, making beds, vacuuming high traffic areas, making meals etc

Night-time routines are all things which make getting ready in the morning easier, preparing clothes for the next day, making lunches, swish & swipes of the kitchen and tidying the living room before you go to bed plus personals like shower/brush teeth etc.

27 Fling Boogie - stick on some loud music, grab a binbag and whizz around the house finding 27 items that can go out with the rubbish, recycling, for charity shop, basically anything that will stop it cluttering your home.

Swish and swipe means have a quick wipe over an area such as a sink or toilet to prevent the build up of dirt. This is usually done on a daily basis

Ok here goes this week!

This week we are having an Ebay challenge.. so I suggest you download and install turbolister!!!.. link below!!.. Each day we will be listing 5 items on ebay from around the house, so 25 items in all.. You WILL clear that clutter AND get a bit of cash this week!!.. a prize will be sent to the person who makes the most money.. bribery!!! lol..

http://pages.ebay.co.uk/turbo_lister/

Manic Monday - Kitchen and Dining Room

Level One
Clean floors
Level Two
Clear and wipe kitchen surfaces
Sort fridge bringing what needs using soon to the front
Wipe dining table.. and check the underside.. (clean table cloth if necessary)
Level Three
Dust any extra furniture in dining area, checking for cobwebs on way round
Wipe and replace all those small appliances.. kettle, toaster etc
Clean cupboard door fronts and fronts of appliances
Clean oven if you didn't do it last week
Extra Mission
Choose one or more of:

• Wipe window sills and clean windows in these rooms
• THIS WEEKS CHALLENGE!! Photograph 25 items for ebay.. .. and list on turbolister 5 today!.. Don't upload.. we are doing that later in the week!!
• Put WM's/DW's on a 'clean' cycle.. make sure those doorseals and filters are clear.. soda crystals and white vinegar get rid of unpleasant smells and germs.. I usually put a cap full of bleach in mine too.
• 30 minutes ironing!!! After last weeks challenge you should be pretty much atop of this!!

Tuesday Living Room, Hall and Stairs

Level 1
Vacuum floors and sofas
Level 2
Dusting, even if around everything
Remove clutter making sure stairs especially are safe
Clean TV, other electricals and cabinets
Level 3
Wipe light switches, sockets (make sure they are not switched on!!) and banister
Clean any other glass like mirrors, pictures etc
Tidy shoes, coats and bags .. wash any that need washing in preparation for cold weather!! See if there are any that don't fit, past their best or just plain uncomfy which could leave the house!
Extra Mission:
Pick one or more of the following tasks:

• Paperwork clearance.. spend 15 minutes minimum sorting through those piles of paper.
• Vacuum under furniture you can manage to move without hurting yourself
• Clean a window or two.
• Get yourself a bag or box, go around collecting things that are not in the place they should be, then put them back where they should be, or better still give them to their owners to put away themselves

Those up for the 5 per day ebay challenge.. that’s on your list too!!

Wednesday, Master Bedroom and Landing

Level 1
Check fire alarms are working
Remove and wash bed linen
Level 2
Dust surfaces and make sure no cobwebs
Vacuum mattress before replacing clean linen
15 minutes floordrobe clearance
Level 3
Vacuum floors in bedroom and on landing
Sort one area of clothes or linen storage making sure only what should be in there is. anything that has had its day or doesn't belong there should be removed.
Sort through a box of junk that has found it's way to your room!
Extra task list

• Put away those summer clothes from someones cupboard and get out the winter woollies.. don’t store anything that is past its best! Make a list of things you need to buy!!
• 27 fling boogie.. grab a bag and fling that swag!!! midweek declutter mission!
• Clean windows in these rooms
• 5 a-day ebay challenge.. .. just like veggies!! lol

Thursday Bathroom and Study/Pc Area

Level One
Clean floors in these rooms (even if it is around the clutter)
Level Two
Clean baths, toilets and sinks
Clear any clutter from desk
Dust PC and desk and wipe off those cup rings!! (baby wipes are fantastic for this!!)
Wipe keyboard, house phone and mouse (these usually have more germs on than your toilet so important)..
Level Three
Clear clutter from floor
Wipe down tiles in bathroom
Clean shower screen/curtain/bath mats if you have one/if required
Clean the brushes/dust box/filters on the vacuum cleaner!!!! .. make sure they are completely dry before using it though.. I don’t want anyone electrocuted!!
Extra mission:
Pick whichever you want to attempt

• Wipe the skirtings, door and window frames in these rooms
• Wipe down 2 doors.. room doors.. both sides!!
• Sort a wardrobe or part of, a drawer or set of drawers making sure it has what needs to be in it and any 'extras' are put where they should be and anything no longer needed is rehomed.
• How is the 5-a-day ebay challenge going?? Next 5 done today!!

Friday - those frightening Friday kids rooms and spare rooms
Level One
Vacuum the floor, even if it's just where you can see
Level Two
Clear away anything that isn't in it's place, clothes, toys, books etc
Dusting.. all those shelves and flat fluffy surfaces!! Don’t forget the light shade!!
Level Three
Strip beds and replace with fresh linen .. check if duvets need freshening up too!!
Sort through a cupboard/chest of drawers and get the clothes out which are no longer wearable, too small or out of season!
Wipe any sticky marks off walls and doors
Extra Task List

• Wash a set of curtains, nets or throw
• Time for the Friday Flylady Fling, in the toy box!!!! aim for 27.. if no toy box you’ll have to choose another area!
• 30 minutes ironing
• 5-a-day ebay challenge.. last 5... how are things doing? IF you saved all 25 on turbolister you should upload them this evening!!!

Apart from the dailies and night time routines that's the lot for the week, of course if you still want to join us over the weekend you are more than welcome

FRIDAY EXTRA - Don't forget your ME time this weekend, even if it's just a nice relaxing bath or catching up with an old friend, go on you deserve it

AND NEXT WEEKS CHALLENGE IS............. FUN!!!!!!!!!! lol

tiamai_d

Humph, I didn't make a penny with my last lot of ebaying.

AnW'sMum

Wow a challenge we can do whilst sat at the PC! I lurrrrrrrve it :rotfl::rotfl::rotfl:

For anyone listing on ebay for the first time bear in mind that your item will finish at the same time of day it is listed and depending on what you list a later or earlier finish is better eg kids stuff I tend to finish after 8pm as they are in bed and parents can have a bidding war without anklebiters butting in

pigpen

Tia.. I've just made £100 TODAY!!!! lol..

I like 'sitting at the PC' challenges too.. .. and ones that clear guff and gain cash are definitely worth a try

kazmeister

Hi peeps

Well I'm gonna be around again but I'm not promising I'll get much done. I leave the house at 730 and dont get in until 1/4 to 5, so I am not going to make my week too hard - I lack self confidence and not achieving has a big negative effect on me. The house is a tip again as didnt do much last week and then have spent the weekend preparing for a yard sale this morning, didnt do brilliantly but couldnt have got up to be at the car boot over the road at 6. At least we sorted some stuff and there have been 2 bin bags full of old stuff gone for the bin. I really dont think I can get on the ebay challenge as 1 dont know how to do it and 2 cant be @rsed! Did a lovely roast for tea so now have to go and finish clearing up, find school clothes, make lunches etc.

Dustykitten

Motivation is my problem this week. Finding the flying a bit demoralising. Yes I can get the lists done but it just all needs doing again so quickly that it is starting to seem pointless. Am I just being a moaning mini or do some of you feel like this too?

Need to look at the kids Vs again and then onto the ironing - I've saved mine up all week so it will be a marathon session.

tiamai_d

PigPen you need to give me tips!

I know where I go wrong, postage! Example, click clack caterpiller thing, sold for £3.00, I charged £5.00 delivery, it cost me £7.25 to send.

Must double my postage estimates.

Or use scales and royal mail website.

But £100 is excellent!

Solwaykid

Ladies, ladies, do not be despondent! Whatever you do is making a difference! Have a hug.
I've just had a rant on the old thread and promised to arrive here with a smile Yes, there is a coathanger in my mouth..

Ta for the new list Pigpen, I won't be joining the E-bay frenzy but I'll do some more flinging. Dig deep.. And I think it's my turn to be the psychic cyclepath this week, my washer has just finished it's 95' empty wash :T Yey, I'm ahead! Promise not to do the other stuff 'til tomorrow though.

shazamaca

Intend to get started on the list tonight as will be at work all day tomorrow.

Tried to clean Wm filter last week but couldn't get it open, can anyone give me tips. Did manage to get drawer clean and Pigpen you were right it was an icky mess now its shinning.

Also need some advice on turbolister, what is it and where to I get it from. Have listed on ebay before but never used this. Any help appreciated thank you.

This week I am gona be a clean freak!!!

shazamaca

Oh forgot to ask how do I put my WM on a clean cycle??

debtfreehopeful_2

Hi all, Im in, Sophie started pre school last week and we live over half an hour away so i hung around that area the first few days just in case they rang but this week itll be home to do housework then back out, hoping to fly in the 1 1/2 = 2 hours i have free between drop off and pick up.

Not sure about the ebay thing, im always worried ill end up out of pocket on postage, can you find out postage costs online? will go investigate and consider wether im up for it lol

Manic Monday - Kitchen and Dining Room

Level One
Clean floors
Level Two
Clear and wipe kitchen surfaces
Sort fridge bringing what needs using soon to the front
Level Three
Wipe and replace all those small appliances.. kettle, toaster etc
Clean cupboard door fronts and fronts of appliances
Clean oven if you didn't do it last week
Extra Mission
Choose one or more of:

[*]THIS WEEKS CHALLENGE!! Photograph 25 items for ebay.. .. and list on turbolister 5 today!.. Don't upload.. we are doing that later in the week!
[*]30 minutes ironing!!! After last weeks challenge you should be pretty much atop of this!!