Extend the Life Of Sponges
I do like Sandra Gilbert and run mine in the dishwasher. I don't use the hot dry cycle though.
Easy Method to Clean Stovetop with Gas Burners
I use Simply Awesome cleaner from Dollar General to clean my stove top. Spray it on, wait a minute, and wipe off. I also use this for any greasy clean up. Even in the bath tub. Take care breathing it in. It can take your breath away.
Turn Trash Into Fully Functional Furniture...
Oh my goodness. My husband saw a lady with a 'junk' treadle sewing machine dump it in a deep metal garbage bin at our local dump. It had a beautiful finish on the cabinet. He didn't get a chance to tell her he'd take it before it hit the bottom. It broke all...
Mom's Best Housekeeping Tip
My daughter makes a list of 10 things to do. Not clean the kitchen! But each step that has to be done. Rinse dishes. Put dishes in dishwasher. And so on. If she gets those 10 things done, she makes a list of 5 more. Whatever doesn't get done, goes on tomorrow...
If You Are Overcharged at WalMart
My daughter was charged for wine that she did not buy, and was taxed three (3) times for the purchases she made. It's getting scary to shop at Walmart!
Crafts Uses Sheets?
You can use the sheet for masks, or anything that uses fabric. Of course, you do need to be able to sew.
Cleaner for Coffee Pots?
When I worked at a convenance store, we used salt and ice to clean the coffee pot. It worked every time.
Is 13 Too Young to Have a Boyfriend?
It depends on what 'boyfriend' means. I can remember having a boyfriend at 13 or 14. We didn't go anywhere together. We just talked on the phone and at school. We even 'went steady'. I am now 68. I started dating at 15, which for me was too early. I was supposed...
What to Do With Coke Bottle Caps?
If you use watercolor paints, you can use the lids for putting watercolors in to take along with you. Place in an empty Altoid can or any metal can that closes well. I've done this. Small and easy to carry with you. All you need is a brush and water and paper...
Planting a Memorial Garden
When my mother died, I made a scrapbook. When my MIL did, I m a 4 X 4 flower garden with a miniature rose bush. She loved roses. Ill be adding more flowers now that I know the meaning.
Many Uses For Dishtowels
You can use new kitchen towels as gift wrap for homemade or home baked gifts. I was thinking about this when I got out of the bath and saw the folded towel on the vanity. Fold it and tie a ribbon to keep it folded. Two gifts in one.
Make Wiping Squares to Save on TP
I've made some. I don't use them at 69 years old, but I made them anyway. I may need them for bartering one day.
Thanksgiving Broccoli Casserole
My Broccoli casserole is cooked rice, broccoli, cream of chicken soup and cheese whiz. All mixed together and bakes u til hot.
Store Daily Medications In Snack Sized Plastic Bag
You can buy the small medicine zipper bags at the pharmacy. This is good if your are t traveling to some distant place. I have used them when visiting family. And even at home for daily use. You can write on them for each day.
Potato Chip Dip
My all time favorite potato chip dip is Baked Potato dip. You use sour cream, shredded cheese, bacon bits and green onions. Mix all well. You can use anything and everything you'd put on a baked potatoes. The potatoes in this dip, are the chips. It is so good...
Stickers Growing in the Grass?
What you describe is what we have in Texas, too. We call it burr clover. It's very invasive. If you mow it, the burrs will get in the mowers tires and spread. I'm not sure how to get rid of them, but would appreciate any answer.
Save Those Pennies
I always pick up pennies. I was told that the pennies are from Heaven. When you find a penny, someone in Heaven is thinking of you.
Homemade Facial Scrubs?
The rough wash rag is what I use the most. I've also used baking soda and coconut oil the wash with face soap and wash rag. Rinse with cool water.
Getting Whites White?
The best way to keep whites, white is to not use too much detergent. I use either home made powder or liquid laundry soap. Powdered store bought has a lot of fillers in it. I do use vinegar in my rinse water. I also treat stains when they first occur. For greasy...
Saving Money on Buying a Turkey
We only buy a turkey breast for Thanksgiving and/or Christmas. That way, we dont have so much turkey left over. I make enough cornbread dressing for a couple of meals and thats it. This year on Thanksgiving we will be having my husbands birthday dinner as well...
Recycled Gift Bottles
I have used them for bath salts, and body wash. I love recycling odd shaped bottles. Ok, regular shaped bottles, too.
Disposing of Bacon and Cooking Grease
We save our empty shortening cans and pour warm, not hot, melted grease in it. It hardens on its own and we put it in the trash on trash day. No running out in the can and nothing down the drain. And we kill two birds at the same time, so to speak.
Microwave Safety Tips
I always cover whatever I'm cooking or heating with waxed paper or a paper towel or something similar. I do not use plastic wrap. I do t have splatters when I do this.
My Frugal Wife!
That is pretty much how I grew up. We didn't make soap, but we stocked up on food when it was on sale. We canned fresh produce from the garden. I still do these things. And lots of veggie meals. Lots of beans or peas and potatoes. Oh and cornbread. Yumm. I...
Saving Buttons
I sorted and looked at my Mamma Riggs' button box for hours. I loved it. She had a woven basket with a lid, but no handle full of all kinds of buttons. I did this on really Texas hot afternoons or rainy days. She did have cable before we did. My granddaddy...
Spending Money to Save Money
We paid a little extra every month when we were making house payments. The extra went toward the principal. We cut off about 5 years of payments and a lot of interest. It was a bit tough for a while, but it's well worth the sacrifice.
Spaghetti With Meat Sauce
I don't ever use shortening to brown our ground beef. It already has fat in it. I do put the onions and such in as I brown the meat though. That way both gets browned at the same time. We eat spaghetti often.
Observations from the Blind Side
My grandmother was essentially blind. She could only see shadows of people. She did recognize voices though. She lived to be a ripe age of 101 years, 8 months old. I miss her so much. She was born in 1901, and never had a drivers license. She helped deliver...
Laundry Soap Overload
I don't use fabric softener or vinegar in my laundry. I do use wool balls in the dryer. Oh, and I do make my own laundry soap. I use either Ivory soap, Fels Naptha or Zote soap. washing Soda and Borax.
Removing Nicotine from Walls?
Totally Awesome cleaned my sister home of nicotine. It also cuts grease very well. I've used about 10 bottles over the years since I found it. Love this stuff! It also cleans bath tubs very well!
How We Keep the Santa Magic Alive
I still believe in Santa! And I'm 70! Love your story. We used to leave a cotton ball from the Easter bunny on the door as he went out.
Planting Flowers in an Old Wheelbarrow
Now I know what to do with our old wheel barrow. It's just sitting under a tree right now. What an excellent idea for an herb garden.
Polish Stainless Steel Appliances With...
I use the orange oil to clean mine. It shines well and smells so good.
Freezing Mashed Bananas
I just peel mine and put them in a vacuum seal bag and vacuum seal them. When needed, I thaw them out in the sealed bag and mash them to use in whatever I need. Usually banana bread. I buy the discounted ones.
Should You Wear Gloves While Gardening?
I bring my gloves inside. I'm not leaving them outside! I do shake the dirt of first. I have a basket I keep time in. I do shake them out, and do on occasion wash them when they get really grungy and stiff. LOL
Reusing Refrigerator Baking Soda
I use baking soda to clean my stainless steel sink. It works great. I keep mine in a jar with a stopper spout on it. I've used it to clean my fiberglass bath tub too
Prepare Ivory Soap in the Microwave
I make my own dry laundry soap, too. I've used my food process to chose the soap, I also add a bit of borax or washing soda to the cut up pieces of soap. It's wonderful and fast.
Cleaning a Burnt On Grease Off a Stove?
After I clean my stove, also black, I use window cleaner to wipe it down. It's as shined as glass.
Dry Clothing on Hangers
I use ha gears that have been crocheted on to hang our good shirts on. I don't have a clothes line, so I hang them on an extra, empty shower curtain rod. I've also hung them on the shower curtain rod. Depends on how many thing to hang up. I also hang my leggings...
Mould and Mildew Spray to Clean Toilet
My two go to disinfectant choices are bleach and vinegar. My husband always puts the seat down. He does leave his mark occasionally, but hes pretty good about cleaning up after himself.
Alternative to Wet Wipes
If you have a septic tank, you shouldn't be putting any paper products in it. This came from the person that put ours in 26 years ago.
Brillo Pads for Clean Stainless Steel Sinks
I use baking soda and a wet rag to clean my stainless steel sink. I then use mineral oil to make it shine. I do this regularly.
Coconut Oil Hair Mask
This is awesome! I've done this about once an month for the last year or so. Really great deep conditioner!
Tension Rods for Drying Laundry
I have a couple of tension shower curtain rods in my spare bathroom that I use for hanging clothes. We live in a humid area, but, it's dry in the house due to using the air conditioner during summer.
Making a Memorial Project with Father's Clothing?
I am so very sorry for your loss. I never met my dad, as he died before I was born. Treasure what time you had with him. You can make a shirt pillow, and add a tag that reads: This is a shirt I used to wear. Whenever you hold it, Know that I am there. Love...
Removing Pet Odors from Couch?
I use Febreeze on my couch for doggie odors. I have a micro fiber couch and spray heavily. It dries fast and smells so good.
How To Clean a Popcorn Ceiling
I bought a large puffy paint roller and use that to get the dust off the ceilings. I just take the roller out side and dust it off. If it's really dusty, I'll vacuum it.
Value of Old Singer Sewing Machine?
I got a treadle sewing machine for $40 at a garage sale. It's a 1935 model E. It needed oiling, and a belt and the bobbin wheel. It runs like a top. The first machine I ever sewed on was a Treadle machine. I'm so tickled that I have it. It will go to one of...
How to Remove Nicotine Stains on a Vinyl Floor?
My granddaughter used Totally Awesome Cleaner that she got at Dollar General. It cleaned years of nicotine off the walls, floor and everything else. Looked like a new paint job.
Drying Shoes Without the Banging
I usually let mine dry on top of the washing machine. I have a stackable washer/dryer. If I still have laundry to do, I'll set them on the table.
Drying Shoes Without the Banging
I don't dry my shoes in the dryer. I set them on a hard surface and let them dry naturally. I'd hang them on the clothes line if I had one.
Shower Rod for Towel Rack
We have two rods in our main bath. I use them for drying some clothes at times. Especially ones that I thin might shrink, like leggings. I also use it to hang wet towels on. The wash cloths go on the bar that is built in the tub.
Removing Mineral Deposits from Surfaces
I use filters water to clean our tray. I clean the fridge (stainless steel look) with orange oil, and use it on the tray as well. It doesn't need cleaning as often. I just wipe it with a paper towel wet in filtered water.
Magic Eraser Left a Mark on New Walls?
Alcohol will take most of the magic marker off walls. My daughter colored on her freshly painted wall. She got to clean it with a wet cloth and Ajax cleaner. Luckily, it was painted with oil paint.
DIY Reusable Soft Ice Pack
Why not make a couple. That way you will always have one cold. Thanks for this information.
Don't Post Your House Number on Social Media
I don't even put my correct town on the net. Better safe than sorry, I always say.
Go-Go Boots
I didn't get the Go Go boots either. I survived that and much more. Not a big deal now, but a learning experience. I also shop frugally for long lasting whatever I buy. I also shop conservatively.
Using a Swiffer to Clean Walls
I have the 'popcorn' ceilings and need to know the best way to clean the dust and cob webs off of them without bringing down the 'popcorn'.
Bread Chips
My mother made something similar with regular bread. She would cut the piece of bread in fourths, butter it and sprinkle with garlic. Or she'd make garlic butter and just spread it lightly. Put in a warm oven till dried out. She made a tomato-less cheese dip...
Refurbishing A Lampshade with Jute Cord
Really cute idea. I love it. Hum, you gave me a great idea for my living room lamp shades.
Using Up A Surplus of Food
You can dehydrate most fruits and vegetables. Lettuce? No so good to dehydrate. The rest would have been great dehydrated. Just steam it for 5 minutes before dehydrating. I've done this to most of what you got. Even cabbage can be dehydrated. It is so good...
Beware of Poison Ivy and Poison Oak
You can also get these from your pets and from your clothing. Ask me how I know this. '
Cordless Trimmer Tip
We have a cordless trimmer, hedge clippers, and chain saws, plus a battery powered lawn mower. It's so light and easy to push. We love them all.
Peppermint Oil for Face Mask
I use Thieves or Life Shield on my face masks. Smells good and kills viruses. Win Win
Peppermint Oil to the Rescue
I rub the diluted peppermint oil on my temples when I have a headache. It works great. Don't use it straight from the bottle though.
Roasted Cabbage
I make mine in the microwave with onion, salt, pepper, and bacon drippings. Cook on high until as tender as I like.
Easy Kitchen Backsplash
We ordered some peel and press wall tiles from Amazon and put them up. It was so easy and can be removed if desired. I love it.
Uses for Plastic Coffee Containers
They can be painted on the outside or covered in paper, and used as canisters. Or used as cookie jars or as gift packages for baked goods.
Brainstorm: What makes the best stocking stuffers?
Lip balm. Bought or made. Gum. Mints. Small toys for children. Dollar bills. Trial sized travel items, for the travelers. Socks.
Outfit With 5th Grade Promotion Shirts?
Black or white pants will look OK with the ugly shirt. Sorry that the shirt isn't a pretty one that can be worn at any other time. You might save it and eventually make a t-shirt quilt at a later date. Or even a pillow, using both sides of the shirt.
