Ironing is not a task I enjoy. Due to this, we either buy wrinkle free clothing or use store bought wrinkle release. Have you noticed how expensive name brand wrinkle release has gotten? It’s crazy! I thought that there has to be a more frugal way without having to actually iron! There is. It is so […]
How To Soften Towels
After time, towels can lose their absorbency and become stiff. I’ve read that the main reason for this is the build up of fabric softeners. Once they start to get stiff, it’s harder to clean your towels and you may notice a musty type of smell no matter how often you clean your towels. The […]
{Spring Cleaning} Decluttering the Stray Sock Basket
I’m sure you can all relate to having a basket full of stray socks! Where do the pairs go? They seem to disappear quite frequently in our house. Usually I find socks under the bed, behind the couch, in a toy box, even rolled up in a sweatshirt occasionally! So it’s no surprise with six […]
Is Making Your Own Laundry Detergent Worth the Cost?
Recently I added a Tipton Library educational program on Spring Cleaning. Some of the many tips that were compiled was making your own cleaners. I’ve been trying out several of the recipes and will be sharing them here on the blog. All of the ones I will share will be easy to make, work as […]
{Spring Cleaning} Decluttering the Linen Closet
I’m slowly decluttering my house! This area focused on the upstairs linen closet, which was a mess with towels and blankets just stuffed in the closet. It still could use a little work but I’m happy with the room I was able to make in this closet. What I did: Removed all the nasty and […]
The Best Homemade Shower and Tub Cleaner
When I visit my dentist office, I not only get great dental care, I come home with cleaning tips for my home! Somehow we got talking about homemade cleaners and Mindi told me about this great trick she found on Pinterest for cleaning your tub and shower. It really works and I know many of […]
Decluttering Your Home: Start Small, Really Small
It’s spring time and many of us are thinking of spring cleaning and organizing. I feel like I live in a house full of clutter. I feel overwhelming evening thinking of where to start! Anyone else feel like this? I read Amy Clark’s book The Good Life for Less and one of her tips, which […]
DIY Dishwasher Detergent Recipe
Recently I added a Tipton Library educational program on Spring Cleaning. Some of the many tips that were compiled was making your own cleaners. I’ve been trying out several of the recipes and will be sharing them here on the blog. All of the ones I will share will be easy to make, work as […]