Quick Tips

Make a Milk Jug Watering Can

water comes out the top of a milk jug turned watering can

My husband and I have purchased our fair share of watering cans and none of them seem to work really well.  So, on a whim, I decided to try and fancy up one of my own.  A milk jug and a few holes later and VIOLA! a cheap and effective way to water the garden.…

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Cinnamon = Fresh Breath

The next time you run out of mouthwash, try making your own! 1. Combine 1/2 cup of cinnamon with 1 1/2 cups of apple cider vinegar in a glass bottle with a wide brim and a tight fitting lid. 2. Store the jar in a cool, dark place for 2 weeks. 3.  Shake the jar…

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Toothpaste cleans more than just teeth

a toothbrush with toothpaste on it sits in the foreground on the left side; a wedding ring sits on a white background and is out of focus

I have a tough time cleaning my wedding rings as there are grooves all over it. A cleaning glove never gets into the groves to turn the black back into white gold. After experimenting with a few ideas I discovered that using toothpaste and an old toothbrush is a great way to clean and make…

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Apple Cider Vinegar is my new best friend

apple cider vinegar

I am falling in love with apple cider vinegar and all it can do for my hair, house, and body. I wanted to share a quick tip with you for the next time you are feeling the aches and pains of working or playing all day. Recipe to solve muscles aches using apple cider vinegar:…

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In case of emergency, use baking soda.

outside of a bag of baking soda

Have I mentioned that Baking Soda is the coolest? The next time you take a camping trip remember to take a box of baking soda with you. If you get bit by a mosquito, use it to relieve your pain. It makes a great toothpaste! You can also use baking soda as a deodorant to…

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Use a Produce Bag as a Pot Scrubber

an orange large onion sack

Here’s a quick tip for you.  The next time you buy yourself a sack of potatoes or onions don’t throw that nifty bag away.  Instead, cut it up into the squares and use those to clean up the mess you make in the kitchen.  That’s right! Reuse those sacks to scrub last nights dinner off…

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Quick Tip: REuse Printer Paper

Quick Tip: REuse Printer Paper

I know this sounds like an easy one, but it is an important one.  If you have a printer that can do double-sided printing always use that option.  But, if you have a printer like me, then reuse the blank back side of all your paper whenever you can.  I say, as long as you…

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Quick Tip: Make it yourself.

Quick Tip: Make it yourself.

My friend was making dinner for me one night and let out a huge heavy sigh as I examined a store bought carrot curry soup box to see the ingredients that were used.  She poked fun at me and said, “You’re going to go and try to make that yourself now aren’t you?” I simply…

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Quick Tip: Turn old, tired furniture into vintage new.

Quick Tip: Turn old, tired furniture into vintage new.

Instead of just donating your old table or chair or throwing it away turn it into your your dream vintage piece! Locally, my favorite old to vintage new store is Mignonne.  They work with local patrons to make their dream vintage furniture.  You bring in your tired old furniture or pick out an unfinished piece…

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Quick Tip: Go boil an egg.

Quick Tip:  Go boil an egg.

If you are a fan of a hard boiled eggs like me, then pay attention to this quick tip.  The next time you boil a dozen eggs, save the water and pour it on your garden and plants.  The water becomes enriched with calcium when the eggs are cooked.  Plus, why pour water down the…

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