Holiday stains can be no joke, because anything from chocolate to red wine can be tough to get out. What about spilled eggnog? You may not think spilled eggnog is such a big deal, but because of the eggs and dairy proteins in it, eggnog makes a tough stain. Here is what you need to […]
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Bleach Alternatives To Keep Your Whites White
Today I’m talking about a subject that’s near and dear to my heart–bleach alternatives to keep your whites white! You may think I’m joking, but I’m not. Keeping whites white is serious business with me. I am always looking for the best bleach alternatives to help me, because I hate when my whites aren’t white. […]
Pegboard Meets Your Home Organization Needs
Pegboard is every handyman’s dream. But it should be every homeowner’s dream as well. I don’t mean that it’s just for the garage or shed. Pegboard is perfect for organizing all sorts of stuff around the house, in nearly every room. Have I got your attention now? Good! Keep reading to see ways […]
8+ Things to Scrub Clean with Rubbing Alcohol
Rubbing alcohol is a very versatile liquid to have around the house. It is a mixture of water and isopropyl alcohol that is extremely inexpensive. Yet that bottle of rubbing alcohol is a lot more powerful than it looks! We all know it’s a must for a home first aid kit, but did you also […]
How to Make Cheap Bedsheets FEEL Expensive
Use my home hack for totally soft bedsheets! Sheets and other bedding can be pretty expensive — especially for the good stuff. You could seriously spend hundreds of dollars on luxury sheets. Though they probably feel amazing, you might balk at the price tag of most of them. However, since you sleep with […]
Easily Make Your Clothing Dry Faster
Have you ever run across one of those laundry emergencies? I don’t mean a stain or broken drain hose — although both of those could certainly be called an emergency. What I mean is one of those emergencies where you have nothing to wear. Or you have a last-minute date and realized […]
10 Household Uses for Aspirin
Everybody knows of aspirin as a pain reliever, and it certainly relieves pain. However, aspirin is also a pretty handy item to keep around the house, as it has lots of other uses that don’t relate to getting rid of that headache. Here are 10 out-of-the-bottle uses for aspirin tablets. 1. Patch a […]
Never Use Store-Bought Fabric Softener Again!
One of the best and easiest DIY home products you can make is fabric softener. Not only will you save money, but you won’t be adding unnecessary chemicals to every load of laundry. And if you or someone in your family has sensitive skin, you’ll be glad about that. Here are some simple ways to […]
Easily Remove Paint Stains from Clothing
There’s nothing like a fresh coat of paint to make a room — or your whole house — look clean and new. There’s also nothing like creating something adorable with your very own craft skills. Sadly, paint doesn’t do the same favor for your clothes. Maybe you thought you could paint that wall without getting […]
How to Wash Your Hat So it Keeps its Shape
You wear hats to protect your head from the sun, stay warm, or make a fashion statement. But no matter your reasons, hats are especially prone to getting dirty. The natural oils from your hair that accumulate on hats can attract more dirt and dust than you might think. So when it’s time to wash your […]