Summer is fading, and the same old family humdrum is looming. Back to school, back to work, back to setting the alarm and no more late, starry nights out… Do you miss that summer feeling of freedom already? Don’t let it get you down! With these tips, you can keep your sunny mood even when autumn kicks in.

1. MEAL PREPPING IN THE WEEKEND

Rather spend those last beautiful nights outdoor, instead of indoors in your kitchen? Want to hang on to that relaxed summer feeling? Prep meals at the weekend, and you’ll have dinner on the table in a jiffy on weekdays! In  this article on meal prepping we show you the ropes. Bonus tip for max prepping success - make sure that you have got the tools to get everything out of a cooking session. So, make sure you have enough pots, pans and cutting boards, some time- and space saving tools, and plenty of jars and containers to keep your culinary creations in. What a great reason to treat yourself to our Tasty+ tools and pretty storage containers!

2. PREPARE YOUR WEAR

Does it feel like your alarm clock is always going off way to early? Treat yourself to a few extra minutes in bed by picking out your outfit the night before. Hang your ensemble on our fab  Linn clothes rack, to see how items work together and keep them crease-free. By adding a vest, or leggings, you can wear your beloved summer items even when it’s a bit chilly out.

3. SING ALONG SUMMER

That one song that makes you think of your holiday, that tune you heard at that BBQ, or when you were going for a swim... Music is a great way to bring those summer memories back to life. So why not put a sunny playlist together? Put some headphones on and dance around your rotary dryer when you’re hanging out your laundry, sing through your ironing and do your cooking crooning for a sunny mood. #enjoythedoing

4. TASTE OF SUMMER

Keep the taste of summer alive (re)grow your own herbs. How about mint? Or your favourite Italian herb so you can recreate your holiday dishes? Find out how you can easily regrow veggies and herbs. 

5. GET OUT THERE

Sad that summer is over and you have to stay indoors? You don’t have to! Why not take your chores outdoors - like ironing or preparing your meals? Or you could take your  Nic breadbin out for a picnic style lunch. As long as it isn't raining, you can be outside. And so can your laundry – dry your laundry outdoors on a Brabantia rotary dryer and enjoy the smell of fresh laundry drifting your way.

6. LURE YOURSELF

Having trouble getting out of bed? A morning ritual you want to wake up for makes it way easier to get out of bed early. So, how about a morning yoga routine? A morning run? An extended shower or a dream breakfast? A little me-time will help you get through the family rush hour with ease! For a really relaxed morning, plan enough time for breakfast and getting ready, especially when you have kids.

7. WHAT’S YOUR HAPPY PLACE?

Keeping peace of mind is so much easier when you’re in organised surroundings! A tidy bedroom and bathroom are the key to making your home your happy place. Prevent clothes from bulging out of closets and accumulating on chairs, by adding a pretty clothes rack like our Linn for stylish and easy organising. And while you’re at it, turn your bathroom into an oasis of calm by arranging all bottles, tools and knickknacks with smart storage solutions. The items in our  ReNew Bathroom Collection are very handy and look the part too!