Before you start cleaning, you need to declutter. Follow the three basket rule: keep, donate, discard. Every item you have should go into one of those piles. If you can, don’t just throw things away. Try to recycle them or repurpose them so you aren’t hurting the environment! The next thing you want to do […]
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28 Ways to Organize the Small Stuff
I hate it when I get all of my cords and wires mixed up. A great way to keep them organized and not tangled is to use PVC pipe or toilet paper tubes to store them! Take an old carabiner and hang your hair ties on it! This will keep all your ties together so […]
10 Brilliant Ways to Use Ziploc Bags Around Your Home
If your showerhead is dirty and needs to be cleaned, try this. Put some vinegar in a bag and wrap it around the showerhead. Let it soak for a few hours and, when you remove it, all the gunk and grime should be gone! One thing I hate about board games is that my family always […]
12 Genius Winter Car Cleaning Hacks
Take some shaving cream and apply a thin layer to the inside of your window. Wipe it off so your window is clear. This helps prevent fog build up! Put a sock over each of your windshield wipers before a big storm hits. This will not only protect your windshield wipers from the snow and […]
15 Surprisingly Easy Ways to Dust Your Entire Home
Take some tongs and wrap old rags around them. You can now use this to clean blinds—you clean both sides of the blinds with one go! You can also put a sock on you hand to clean the blinds. This works just like the tongs, but gives you a lot more flexibility and movement. Have […]
10 Tips That Will Turn Anyone Into An Organization Guru
I’m a huge fan of wire racks because they make organizing (and changing up my organization) so much easier! By using wire racks, you can move the shelves around so if you decide to add or take away items in your closet, then you don’t have to worry about how it will fit. Just change […]
22 All Natural Cleaning Recipes
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 […]
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 […]