Today I've got, what just might be, one of the easiest tips I've shared on this blog. We all want our clothes and linens to smell fresh and clean, right? Quite awhile ago, I shared a tutorial for making a simple lavender sachet to add to a drawer or closet, and I truly love how they turned out. But, what if you don't love the scent of lavender, or you want a more masculine scent? Here is one of … [Read more...]

*If you’d like a little more information on making your own, homemade bath salts, a Video Tutorial is provided at the end of this post* I'm actually updating a very old post today. About a week into blogging, I shared a recipe for homemade cleaning wipes, and today I've got an updated version. I have been using these wipes for years, and I simply love them. I use them to wipe down toilets, door … [Read more...]

We have talked about ways to clean with vinegar. We have talked ways to clean with baking soda. And today, we're going to dive into ways you can clean with essentials oils. Please note: You can view any of these cleaning tips (in detail), by clicking on the image, or by using the link below the image. All Purpose Cleaner This is my favorite recipe to date. I'm sure you have heard how amazing … [Read more...]

I took a little time away from the blog last month to get our house in order. I basically did the 8 Week Cleaning Challenge in 3 weeks' time. One thing I noticed, in our kitchen, was this nasty greasy grime attaching itself to every surface within 10 feet of our stove. This grime is a result of cooking with oil that splatters and sprays about the kitchen, and it is next-to-impossible to clean. I … [Read more...]