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The Slime Craze is Causing a Glue Shortage

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Has your child taken a sudden interest in slime? It seems to be the newest, hottest, trend among children, tweens, and even some teenagers. The slime craze is so popular that it is causing craft stores to run out of glue. Slime is a homemade substance that can be made in any color. It starts out sticky and becomes a gelatinous substance that can be pulled, stretched and squished. There are plenty of recipes and photos of slime on Pinterest. A pastel rainbow colored version is called “unicorn poop.” Some kids are making slime that corresponds to a holiday (such … Continue reading →

Using Homemade Laundry Detergent

So I made laundry soap. I decided to make the powder instead of the liquid. I didn’t put essential oils in it because it smelled good already. Here is the recipe I used: 1 cup washing soda I cup borax I bar Fels Naptha soap grated I used and old coffee canister to store it in. First I grated in the soap, then added the washing soda and borax and stirred until it was all a finely mixed powder. I used about a tablespoon for a full load of laundry. I wasn’t able to hang the clothes outside because the … Continue reading →

Using Borax

You may have heard of borax, a product that has many uses around your home. But, do you know where to get it and how to use it? I admit that I was in the dark for a long time about this product that I kept hearing so much about. But I did some research, and I would like to share it with you. First of all, what is borax? It is a naturally occurring mineral compound called sodium borate. Where can you get borax? You can find borax in pretty much any grocery store, although it is one of … Continue reading →

Simple Summer Fun

After an extended school year, brought about by using too many snow days in the winter, classes are officially over for kids in my neck of the woods. And by woods, I mean fenced in backyards where parents can let their kids roam free before cabin fever sets in. If you are looking for simple projects to keep your kids entertained during the endless days of summer, consider the following: Fluorescent Slime Materials: Glow-in-the-dark paint Elmer’s glue gel Borax Hot water Directions: Combine one cup of hot water with a cup of Borax.  Stir until the Borax won’t dissolve anymore. … Continue reading →

Stretch It Out for Grocery Savings

You can stretch your grocery bill when you stretch your food. I do it all of the time, and it helps me keep our grocery bill less than $100 a week for a family of five. Now that is great grocery savings. So many meal items can be stretched without compromising health or flavor. For example, I frequently stretch out ground meat with bread crumbs, oatmeal, TVP or even wheat germ (if I get it on sale). Meat is expensive, so it is one good area to stretch. This works for pretty much anything that uses ground beef, hamburger, chicken, … Continue reading →

Make Your Own Homemade Cleaners

Home remedy cleaners are nothing new. In fact, home owners have been crafting their own cleaners for decades, and these old recipes have been proven over and over again. At the same time, there is a call for new types of cleaners, such as dishwasher rinse aids. Making your own cleaners is much less expensive than spending money on the cleaners that you purchase at the store. Try the following home remedies and see which ones you like. Toilet Bowl Cleanser The nice thing about this toilet bowl cleanser is that not only is it cheap, but it is also … Continue reading →

Homemade Laundry Soap Revisited

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As you may have noticed, I’m always looking to save money. Although I want a clean home and clean laundry, I don’t want to have to pay a fortune for the products to get it that way. I’ve tried just about everything, and now I’m trying the rest of the things. Laundry products are a big issue for me. First of all they come in huge plastic jugs. Yes, the plastic is recyclable but it’s even better to not bring it home. Then once you open that huge jug you are basically washing your clothes in a mix of chemicals. … Continue reading →

Put Some Green In Your Spring

I’m attempting a greener spring, and not just outside but inside as well. When I think about how many chemicals my family is exposed to, inside the house, it makes me a little sick. I try to do the right thing and have as little impact on the is planet as I can but, let’s face it, we are all used to our modern conveniences. I’m typing this on a computer made up of lots of plastic and metal, connected to electricity and a modem, in a warm, well lighted house. All of those things come together for one little … Continue reading →

Patio Clean-Up

A huge part of spring cleaning is sprucing up the exterior of your home. The spring thaw typically reveals a litany of projects that need to be taken care of before summer starts. At the top of the list for most homeowners is patio clean-up. Once the snow melts you will be able to see how much time you will have to put into cleaning up your patio. If your patio weathered the harsh winter well, then clean-up will be minimal. Usually you will have to sweep up a few spots using a stiff bristle broom, but that’s about it. … Continue reading →

Cleaning Mildew on a Budget

Popular commercial mildew cleaners don’t come cheap. What’s more, when you are battling a severe mildew problem you will often need more than just one container of cleaner to get the job done. If you are strapped for cash, but need to get rid of mildew in a hurry, then consider looking around your home for pantry products that can help you eliminate nasty mildew stains on the spot. Some of the most effective homemade mildew removers cost only pennies to make. For example, if mildew has infiltrated your washing machine then add a cup of Borax to your next … Continue reading →