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What is a Spongee Ball? It’s a soft (Nerf ball) starburst-shaped ball that you can play with indoors or outdoors. It’s great for playing in a swimming pool or for younger children to play with.
In case you do not know, the kitchen is the dirtiest place in your home. The sink has bacteria and viruses waiting to make you sick so how does someone clean their home without using paper towels...
Loofah or Luffa sponge, the spelling is about as interesting as the sponge itself. Did you know you could grow your own Loofah sponges? I had no clue until my son-n-law's son; my grandson; gave...
Sponges are depots for bacteria. Tiny food particles get inside, sponges stay wet for a long time. The surviving bacteria are smeared around your kitchen every time you use them. They are nice for...
It is the little things that help us save big! There are everyday items that can help us save both money and the environment if we think about the motto "recycle, reduce, reuse".
Making Spongy Flyers is a great and easy craft to do with kids. I once made a bunch of them for party gifts for my sons pool party. These spongy flyers were a huge hit and they are great for the...
Did you know that your loofah sponge didn't come from the ocean? It's really considered to be a gourd. I didn't know that loofah sponges weren't sponges until my grandson gave them for gifts. So...
Depending on whether or not you own a dishwasher, you may be struggling to make your dishwashing sponges last. You'll have just pulled out a new one when two days later you notice that the sponge...
Bleach has been used for years but has an odor that most people don't like and it can bother your eyes also.Have you ever tried a bottle of Peroxide and do you know what you can do with it? There...
Many people don't think to clean their sponges, as their sponges are what they use to clean! However, sponges can be one of the dirtiest items in your kitchen, filled with viruses and bacteria...
If you'd love the look of beautiful stacked stone on your concrete block foundation but can't afford the costly materials, make your own "stone" from Portland cement. By using sponges...
Makeup brushes can be a significant source of bacteria,fungus, mold and mildew which can contribute to infections and disease, skin disorders like acne as well as allergies. Learn how to avoid...
Tired of tossing out sponges after using them a few times? Tired of sponges that flake and crumble after meeting your tough pots and pans? Loofah is strong and able to take a beating. It is...
With all the new strains of viruses and bacteria that cause the flu and colds lurking around, it makes complete sense for people to do everything they can to reduce the germs that are responsible...
Maybe you want your home company clean or simply want to make better use of your domestic time. These tips will help you clean like a professional to both save time and make your house shine. Read...
Your kitchen sponges can build up bacteria, like E. Coli. Bacteria can cling to the damp sponge, where it will easy grow. You can clean sponges in the dishwasher, but better yet, there is a way...
Your kitchen sponge can harbor a variety of unhealthy bacteria. Would you believe the average kitchen sponge is home to billions of these tiny creatures? Each time you use your kitchen sponge,...
This is a great practical joke for someone's birthday. It is a cake that is impossible to cut.
Did you know that every year thousands of patients have foreign objects such as clamps and sponges left in their bodies after surgery? If you are scheduled to have surgery in the near future, it...
Very cool, colorful and easy. A fun craft for kids, your classroom or just to make to attract more butterflies to your garden.
This one's for fun. I needed a costume rather quickly and only had $3.00 to spend. Well since my name is Robert, AKA Bob, Here we go....Spongebob Underpants.
Use this quick, easy technique to spruce up a room or a wall.
For a fun activity in the pool, play a game of tag using wet sponges.
This method of decorating Easter eggs is an easy one the whole family can enjoy.
Sponges are convenient and reusable, but they carry a big problem. If they're used all day, all over the kitchen, they can pick up a lot of bacteria and viruses along with the spills and...
When your kitchen sponge begins to smell, it's trying to get your attention. "I'm teeming with bacteria. Would someone please clean me?" Follow these steps to keep your sponge germ-free and happy.
If you use pressed powder or liquid foundation, you've probably used a foundation sponge. Most of the top cosmetics companies provide round sponges with their pressed-powder compacts. You can use...
If you're a big sponge-user in the kitchen, you know how easy it is for them to get dirty and need replacing. However, there's a trick to cleaning your sponges and getting the most out of them....
How to use sponges to make random patterns on the cards; learn this and more in this fun, instructional arts and crafts video taught by an expert.
Paint your t-shirt with sponges! Get tips for making hand painted tshirts in this free video clip about custom tshirt ideas.
So you have your pond up and running. But you wonder when and how to keep it looking clean and healthy..... Follow these instructions and your pond will give you years of enjoyment.
Sea sponges are Mother Nature's way of helping you stay green when you're on your period. Stored properly and cleaned with care, these inexpensive beauties can last up to six months each and save...
The thought of cleaning my oven doesn’t exactly thrill me nor is it near the top of my priority list. Most oven cleaners smell bad and are toxic. They also irritate your skin and eyes, if you...
For interior decorating it can be fun creating unusual effects when painting a room. One method for giving a flat wall the appearance of texture is to paint with a sponge. Natural sponges are...
Decorating a child's room can become very costly. But by using your imagination and being creative, you will be able to have fun with your child and make painted designs on the bedroom walls.
What do you do with that leftover hotel soap and soap shards? Go Green with your soap. You probably have a drawer or basket full of soaps that you have collected from numerous trips and you just...
It is more economical and "greener" to use a sponge in the kitchen, rather than buying and using paper towels. Although sponges are famous for being germ havens, there are several...
Sponges can pick up bacteria and viruses if they’re used a long time without cleaning. Putting them through the dishwasher or washing them in the sink isn’t enough. Follow these steps to sterilize...
If you turn bathtime into fun time for your children, they'll soon be begging you for a chance to jump into the tub. Just follow these steps.
With outbreaks of E. coli and other bacteria contaminated foods, people worry more than ever about food preparation safety. Although not all contamination can be completely avoided, much of it can...
Kids love crafts. Making sponge stamps is a fun way to educate your child. Sponge stamping teaches children to trace, cut, stamp, paint and use their imagination. You can also use it to encourage...
You're about to do the dishes, and notice that the kitchen sponge is dirty, slimy and stinky. It's nasty to even touch. What's more, the average sponge holds 10,000 bacteria per square inch. Talk...
Rainy days are often a parent's worst nightmare, however new craft ideas, like sponge painting, can turn a never-ending day into a day full of memories. Children love to create and learn new...
Sponges are a great invention. They come in multiple sizes and have a variety of uses. Some sponges have two sides, a soft side to clean easy messes and a course side for the tougher clean up...
Eliminating toxins from you home and the products you use can be a daunting task. It seems everything on the market has some form of chemical or preservative. There are natural alternatives out...
Sponges are a great way to apply foundation. Learn how to sponges for foundation in this free video clip about tips for applying makeup.
Makeup sponges can help you apply foundation. Learn how to use sponges in this free video clip about tips for applying makeup.
Curious about different ways to apply makeup? Learn the difference for applying make-up with sponges and fingers in this free video clip about tips for applying makeup.
The long lines for the face painting booth at a fair or carnival indicate the popularity of the activity. Face painting can be as simple as painting a butterfly on a child's cheek or as complex as...
Pass the time on a rainy or event-free day by encouraging your kids to unleash their creativity. Simple sponge shapes and common household objects paired with colorful paint equal eye-catching,...