Mix together baking soda and essential oils and sprinkle this over your bare mattress. After a few hours, vacuum it up, and you should have a fresh smelling mattress. To clean your grout, mix 1 part water with 3 parts baking soda. Apply the mixture to the grout, let it sit, scrub with a […]
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12 Uses for Bar Soap Around the Home
Mix together 1/3 cup grated bar soap, ½ cup borax, and ½ cup washing soda. Use this mixture for a basic and natural laundry powder! For any clothes with stuck zippers, try this trick. Just rub it down with a bar of soap. The waxy texture will help get the zipper back on track, this […]
10 Hacks for Cleaning with Essential Oils
If you’re really going to start using essential oils as a cleaning product, then I would highly suggest buying in bulk. Essential oils can get pretty expensive if you are just buying one vial at a time! To ensure that you’re getting the best deal, you can by buying large quantities! While you can use […]
20 Ways to Use Apple Cider Vinegar
Make an all-purpose cleaner with some apple cider vinegar and a bit of water. Just add equal parts to a spray bottle and use it to clean up around the house! For bad smells, you can use apple cider vinegar to help get rid of them. Just stick a bowl of it wherever it […]
15 Surprisingly Useful Things Your Closet Needs
If you have an awkward spot in your closet that doesn’t seem to be able to fit anything, then get a tension rod. Just extend it to cover the awkward space and use it to hang extra clothing and even shoes. Paint cans are actually really helpful in the closet. Simply attach them to the wall […]
10 Questions that Will Help You Declutter Your Home
When did I last use/wear this? If you have an article of clothing or an item around your home that you haven’t touched or worn in a few months (or even years), then you can probably safely get rid of it. Items that are only supposed to be worn or used once in a while […]
12 Ways to Clean Your Entire Home With Lemons
Stinky and dirty mattresses are pretty much the worst. Deal with this problem by making a mixture out of baking soda and lemon essential oil. Sprinkle the mixture over the mattress, let it sit for a few hours, and then vacuum up! Put some kosher salt on your cutting board and use half a lemon […]
20 Clever Ways to Organize Small Items
Stick a muffin tin in your office desk drawer and store small items in each slot. You can store things like rubber bands, thumb tacks, and other small office neccessities. You can also stylishly store your pens and pencils in your office by using Mason jars! Stack them on top of each other or keep them […]
12 Ways to Keep Your Wedding Organized
For all physical documents and lists, use a wedding binder or book. Have something like this where every physical document for your wedding can be tracked: receipts, lists, letters, etc. Put the important documents in sheet protectors for added organization. When it comes to the wedding dinner, a seating chart is absolutely necessary. Be sure […]
10 Ways You Can Use Your Living Room Furniture as Storage
You can easily build or buy an ottoman that acts as a storage unit! These are great because they look nice, they’re really comfortable, and they have so much hidden storage capabilities! You can keep anything from extra blankets to video games organized. If you’re in the market to buy new furniture, then consider storage […]