One of my favorite ways to save money is by making my own homemade laundry detergent. However there's one thing that kinda Flusters me about it, the Fels-Naptha Soap is always so coarse. I use both of the blades in my food processor, but I can never get it chopped up fine … [Read more...]
Unbelievable Auto Detailing Tricks to Make the Job Easier
Auto Detailing - Most of us set time aside every spring to give our homes a good cleaning. What about our cars? Sure they may get washed and a periodic vacuuming throughout the winter months but do they really get a good cleaning? If you are fortunate enough to have an extra couple hundred dollars … [Read more...]
Age Appropriate Chores – Raising Responsible Adults
Chores, they have been one of the most challenging things for me to implement. The challenge hasn't been about the kids, it's been more about me. A couple of years ago I was forced to take a hard look at myself. I discovered that I was controlling and unorganized. I also discovered that I had an … [Read more...]
Teaching Kids How to Do Laundry
Teaching the kids Laundry As parents it is our duty to teach our children how to be independent and responsible adults. I have three MIT's (Men in Training) living in my home and since they were very little I've taught them how to do laundry. Here is the guide that I have used for years to teach the … [Read more...]
Household Tips: Ink Remover (WWII Series)
Do you remember studying WWII in school? What I remember most about it is how hard life was, not just for those fighting but for those at home. I never had the opportunity to hear first hand accounts of those times from my grandma, because she passed when I was very young. However based on what I … [Read more...]
Bathroom – Keeping Your Pipes Clean
I hope that you are following along with our series Home Clean Home, if not please go and check it out. The series isn't so much about cleaning your home as it is about how we tackle cleaning. Throughout the months to come I will be sharing with you tips and tricks to make it a little easier so that … [Read more...]
Homemade Fabric Softener & Dryer Sheets
Last week I shared with you how to make Laundry Detergent So I thought it only it made sense to share my homemade fabric softener and dryer sheets. You can use any kind of hair conditioner, but I choose to use the Suave Lavender/Lilac Conditioner because I can add lavender oil to intensify the … [Read more...]
DIY Mattress Freshener – Freshens & Kills Dust Mites
Mattress Cleaner & Freshener I have always heard about dust mites but never really knew what they were. So I decided to do a little research and I have to tell you what I found is really disgusting. So if you have a weak stomach I suggest that you just move on to the recipe and follow the … [Read more...]