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In the spirit of waste not, want not, you can make a rag rug with fringe that is both colorful and soft under your bare feet. Recycle old clothes and jeans into this easy project that can be...
Is your computer monitor really blurry or is it covered with a layer of filth? Have you ever asked yourself that question? If so maybe it's time to start cleaning your monitor a bit more often...
Every once in a while, we look down at our beautiful carpet, that we just love oh-so-much... and there is it. A random, dirt spot. Where did it come from? Who knows. But you really don't want to...
You bought a car from your old college buddy, but you're a little nervous about what the "It's not how you pick it, but where you flick it" bumper sticker will do for your image. So how do you get...
When the waters of Katrina receded a blanket of black mold covered everything in sight. After much trial and error and even more elbow grease, I found that an old formula I've used for years...
Every holiday has its drawbacks. At Halloween, it's broken, rotting pumpkins on the streets; at Fourth of July, it's firecrackers that scare the cats. At Christmas, it's that sticky, smelly stuff...
To put it bluntly, allergies suck. I was about 6 when I had my first allergy attack. I was doing cartwheels outside and rubbed my eye. Needless to say my eye swelled shut and I got to enjoy a...
Removing candle wax from a carpet is alot easier then I have ever imagined. I had this problem a while back when one of my dogs accidentally knocked over a burning candle on an end table on to my...
You know kids - they just can't help but grab every door frame and run their hands down the walls as they're passing by. Dirty walls and doors make a home look dirty all over. This article will...
Rag rugs have been around for centuries. Making rag rugs can be one of the least expensive craft projects if you recycle old textiles. Don't throw those old clothes with the stains on them away....
If water is clogged and/or spraying in all directions from your shower head then chances are you have mineral deposits built up inside the nozzle head. Here is a quick and inexpensive fix for this...
The real beauty of a rag doll lies entirely in the face and though this rag doll is not a true beauty, she does have character. You can learn to create a rag doll - eHow style with these simple...
Sometimes a bumper sticker's adhesiveness far outlasts the power of its message. Here's how to banish that outdated statement from your vehicle's bumper or window.
Your shirts may be perfectly starched, but your iron is worse for the wear, as you can see by the caked-on spray starch all over the sole plate. Here's a gentle way to clean that iron!
When I was a little girl growing up in the Flint Hills of Kansas, my Mother spent many evenings crocheting rag rugs. I remember one winter she used some of the rag strips to make my sister and me...
How to clean your kitchen floor and make it shine whether it is tile or linoleum. There are two stages: initial cleaning and upkeep.
A rusty bike chain can literally slow you down and cause irritating noise. A properly lubed chain shifts better and extends chain life. Here's how to keep your links properly lubed and trouble-free.
Have an embarrassing spot on your carpet? Use this fast easy way to get rid of it.
Leather furniture is a beautiful addition to any room. It makes a gorgeous statement to any visitor entering your home. Leather furniture is a durable choice for families. It can really stand up...
There is no floor or countertop more beautiful than Marble. It is so stately and elegant. It is a gorgeous addition to an entry way, a kitchen, a bathroom or anywhere in a home.
Running low on dryer sheets? Can’t make it to the store? Relax my dear readers. I can show you how to make dryer sheets that are just as good, if not better then the store bought dryer sheets!
Getting rid of make-up stains on clothes can be difficult. There is a way to remove the stains without ruining your clothing. Make-up should be removable as long as you do not put the garment in...
Did you find a great desk at a thrift store or garage sale that just needs a little love? Here is an easy and cheap way to spruce it up, and bring character into your home. All you need is a desk,...
Just because you have some minor issues or problems with your wallpaper, doesn’t mean you have to take it all down and start over. Some wallpaper problems can be repaired quickly and easily.
We always had alot of houseplants, my mother had a very green thumb and she wanted to teach us at a young age how to care for the houseplants as they needed love too! So she would equip us all...
Many of us don’t have the luxury of buying expensive granite, marble or Corian countertops, so we end up with Formica. Or maybe the Formica was there when we moved into our house or apartment....
Have you ever wanted a really cool color on your furniture? Like maybe a purple end table or a blue chest with an antique looking twist? This is a great way to refurbish those garage sale finds.
There are many commercial oven cleaners available in the stores. Most, if not all of these oven cleaners are highly toxic and create dangerous fumes. They are harmful to both the user and the...
If you want to save some money and avoid having to hire blind cleaning services, you can get the blinds in your home really clean with just a few simple steps and some regular upkeep.
Flat top stoves are much more attractive looking than traditional stoves. Since they have a glass top, you have to be careful how you clean them--you can't just get out an abrasive pad and scrub....
It's almost time for Spring cleaning! Everyone will be cleaning their homes inside and out, windows and all. There is nothing the gets to me like trying to look out of a streaky window!
Car washing is one of the largest wasters of water in modern society. If you can't take your car to a car wash that recycles the water, you can wash your car at home using just five gallons of...
Lipstick stains are among the toughest to remove as far as stains go. With a little know-how and some experimentation, however, it's not impossible to get them out, even from your brand new white...
It’s so annoying to open your drapes or blinds and see the dreaded black mold on your window frame. The temperature difference from the outside and the inside creates condensation and an ideal...
When you have a newborn baby you will be unable to submerge the baby in water until the umbilical cord falls off, So what you will need to do is sponge bathe the newborn baby. I will give you step...
After a while I noticed my shoes, mostly the black ones, would become dull and start looking really worn. I found a quick and easy way to shine them up and it also waterproofs them.
Cleaning a dirty glass mirror is actually quite simple once you get the hang of it. You'll also be surprised with how clear the reflection on the glass is once the mirror is cleaned. Follow these...
Removing tar and tar stains from clothing can be challenging. There is a way to remove tar without ruining the clothing. Tar on clothing can occur from newly paved roadways, newly sealed...
Some older hardwood floors have oiled surfaces. To keep them in top shape, periodic cleaning and re-application of oil is necessary. It's a lot like polishing a large tabletop. Let's run through...
In a time where saving money is key, try this little homemade trick to keep your clothes smelling fresh.
If you're like many people, cleaning your iron is probably the last thing on your mind. But at the same time if you want nice crisp and clean freshly ironed clothing then you first need to have a...
Keep your car happy by cleaning spills and stains in the upholstery! Everyone enjoys a clean car!
If you have kids, you might want to brush up on your knowledge of Murphy's Law... because, inevitably, at some point in time, your child WILL write on your NEW couch, whether by accident or total...
Tile floors have been used for years to improve the appearance of flooring on the interior design of houses. Now, people are starting to realize that tile can improve the appearance of a plain,...
We have all had someone spill something on our upholstered furniture. Whether your guests have knocked over a glass of wine or your husband spilled his coffee on your furniture, you know the spill...
I love the look of wallpaper. It adds texture and interest to walls. Wallpaper does need proper cleaning to maintain its beauty. The cleaning method depends on the type of wallpaper you choose to...
Removing the little price tags or bar codes from any piece of merchandise can be one of the most frustrating tasks imaginable! It also seems that the department stores purposely place their tags...
This furniture treatment is easy, inexpensive and quick; the finish is very durable, making it an ideal project for a kid's room or actually, any piece of furniture that needs to be a little bit...
Have you ever wondered how to do good old fashioned rag curls? There seems to be two ways of doing them. Read on to learn which way works best for you.
If you have recently taken on a remodeling project of a home that has been neglected for many years, you might be familiar with the frustrating task of removing caked on grease from kitchen...
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