Cut down on plastic bags with this simple cloth bag. It will help keep vegetables fresh, letting them breathe and absorbing excess moisture. I had some extra muslin from another project and it took me no time at all to sew this veggie bag! I now have two ideas for homemade Christmas gifts for next year;Continue reading “Making a Veggie Bag”
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Fragrant Wood Cleaner
Do you have wood cabinets or wood furniture in your home? This fragrant formula will clear away sticky grime and is safe for most finishes. Always test wood-cleaning formulas on an inconspicuous area of your furniture, like the inside of a leg or a panel underneath, before treating the entire piece. This step is aContinue reading “Fragrant Wood Cleaner”
Saving Energy in your Home
One of the major expense in your home is probably your energy bill(s), with most of it going to heating and cooling your home. Here are several low cost solutions to help make your home more comfortable and energy efficient. Cover Drafty Windows Use a heavy-duty, clear plastic sheet on a frame or use aContinue reading “Saving Energy in your Home”
Going From Two Incomes To One
Do you currently live o two incomes? Could you imagine only living on one income? Perhaps one of you wants to stay home with your young children or maybe you’d like to go back to school. The decision to go from two incomes to one begins with a detailed look at your household finances. CarefullyContinue reading “Going From Two Incomes To One”
Frugal Tips: Riley Needs Dog Treats
When we had two dogs I made dog treats more often. Now that we only have one dog (my daughter’s Boston Terrier) I don’t make treats as often. However this week we were out of dog treats and Riley expects one when she comes in from doing her business. I really didn’t feel like making aContinue reading “Frugal Tips: Riley Needs Dog Treats”
Frugal Tips: Cleaning a Burnt Pot
Some of you may know that my sister and I run a vacation rental home. The small house sits on property adjacent to ours.For the most part it’s worked out very well. We are located near several ski areas and we have a good flow of renters using the house during the winter to ski. UsuallyContinue reading “Frugal Tips: Cleaning a Burnt Pot”
Making Your Own Wool Dryer Balls
Last year I was lucky enough to win a box of dryer balls. I was a little skeptical at first, I had never even heard of dryer balls! Dryer balls are an eco-friendly alternative to dryer sheets and liquid fabric softener. Would they really help my clothes dry quicker with less static? Yes they do!Continue reading “Making Your Own Wool Dryer Balls”
Reposting Peppermint Lip Balm
This is one of my favorite products that I make at home. It is something I make every year. I love it that much! I have also given the lip balm as gifts before. I purchased these little tins from Rose Mountain Herbs, which are the perfect size. The recipe is quite easy and mixes upContinue reading “Reposting Peppermint Lip Balm”
Cast Iron Face Lift
I have a wonderful collection of cast iron. Some pieces I have inherited from my mother while other pieces I have been luckily enough to spot at yard sales. I even have an old cast iron muffin tin! I love them all and each has a specific purpose from cooking up a pot of soupContinue reading “Cast Iron Face Lift”
Reposting Restoring a Shrunken Sweater
Have you ever washed a wool sweater in the washing machine? did you know it is possible to restore a shrunken sweater with conditioner?
Nancy on the Home Front 