Lemons, Lavender, & Laundry

Toilet bowls can stain despite regular cleanings. Fortunately, there’s an easy way to clean toilet bowl stains using one simple tool: a pumice stone. And yes, this works on tough, stubborn toilet stains as well. (Proof of that below.) Cleaning toilets is part of our regular cleaning routine, so it can be frustrating when (despite those regular cleanings) the toilet…
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If you are looking for a natural laundry scent booster recipe, you have come to the right place. This DIY laundry scent booster is made with two simple ingredients: salt and essential oils. Unlike store-bought versions, this recipe does not contain vague “fragrance” ingredients, colorants, or dyes. I have been a faithful user of DIY Laundry Detergent or Dropps Laundry…
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People may not think much about cleaning their dishwasher. After all, it literally goes through a cycle of cleaning every time it runs. The truth is, you should be cleaning your dishwasher in order to reduce mold and bacteria growth. In this tutorial, we’ll discuss how to clean a dishwasher, how to clean a dishwasher filter, and how to deal…
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As winter draws to a close, many find themselves yearning for spring: flowers blooming, sun shining… grilling out on the deck. But sometimes spring is slow to arrive. On cool, rainy spring days, I find that filling my home with the scents of summer helps lift my mood as I look forward to the warmer days ahead. Here is one…
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