June Newsletter - this HOUSE | your HOME


Hi Reader!

The windows are open. The kids are home. The backyard starts becoming an extra “room” of the home. And suddenly all those little projects we ignored during winter become much harder to overlook.

But here’s the good news…

Your home doesn’t need a complete makeover to feel better this summer.

Sometimes the biggest difference comes from small, intentional resets that make everyday life easier and more enjoyable.

First download the June Home Maintenance Checklist now!

June Checklist.pdf


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Here are a few simple ideas to try this month:

☀️ Refresh one overlooked space
Instead of trying to tackle the whole house, focus on one area that quietly frustrates you every day. Maybe it’s the pantry, the drop zone by the door, or the bathroom drawers that have become a catch-all. A quick reset can completely change how your home feels.

🌿 Bring summer indoors
Fresh flowers from the grocery store, lighter throw blankets, a bowl of lemons on the counter, or even swapping darker decor for lighter textures can instantly brighten a space without spending much money.

🛠️ Don’t ignore summer maintenance
June is the perfect time to handle the small homeowner tasks that prevent bigger problems later. Things like checking outdoor faucets, cleaning ceiling fans, inspecting caulk around windows, and servicing the AC can save stress during the hottest months.

📚 Create a calm summer routine
Summer schedules can feel chaotic fast. Even simple systems — meal planning, cleaning checklists, family calendars, or a dedicated planning notebook — can help everything feel more manageable.

Make your home work for your life right now
Not for Pinterest. Not for guests. Not for “someday.”
Your home should support the season of life you’re actually living in.


ICYMI - in case you missed it


​I've slowed down on blog and social posts and have been focusing on creating the perfect products to support you in your homeownership journey. Here's a few new ones! Check them out on Etsy...https://thishouseyourhome.etsy.com


🖤 HOME RENOVATION PLANNER
This planner has quickly become one of my favorite tools for homeowners planning updates room-by-room without feeling overwhelmed. It includes budgeting pages, project planning sections, inspiration space, and organization tools to help make renovations feel doable instead of stressful.

https://thishouseyourhome.etsy.com/listing/4505668664/home-renovation-planner-book-remodel


💛 PERSONALIZED SPIRAL NOTEBOOKS
These have been so fun to create lately! I’ve added several new retro-inspired and colorful designs that make everyday planning, journaling, school notes, or work organization feel a little more personal and enjoyable.

https://writeitdownsociety.etsy.com/listing/4507142018/personalized-retro-spiral-notebook-for


👜 MATCHING TOTE BAGS & ACCESSORIES
I’ve also started adding coordinating tote bags, bookmarks, pens, and accessories to match some of the journal collections — perfect for gifts or creating your own little organized “everyday carry” setup.

https://writeitdownsociety.etsy.com/listing/4511868126/cat-book-tote-bag-reader-library-tote


As always, thank you so much for being here and supporting this little creative business of mine. Whether you’ve purchased something, shared a post, or simply opened these emails each month… I truly appreciate you being part of this community.

I hope June brings you a little more sunshine, a little more calm, and a home that feels good to live in.

P.S. Summer is one of my favorite seasons for simple home refreshes because even tiny changes feel brighter this time of year. hit reply and tell me about the area in your home that quietly frustrates you every day.


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