by Ivory Soap | Nov 13, 2013 | Cleaning Products, Household
Daisy and I have taught many a class on DIY cleaning products. And after years of trial an error, I find that I’m a halfsy at heart. I still keep spray bottles of alcohol and vinegar around for general spray down, but when there’s something that...
by Ivory Soap | Oct 30, 2013 | Body Care, Household
I have been in love with the smell of Ivory Soap since college, so no matter how hard I try, I just can’t quit loving it, even in favor of something I make myself. So, for body and laundry, I still buy it rather than using my own homemade version. For GIFTS,...
by Ivory Soap | Oct 28, 2013 | Cleaning Products, Household
After years of DIY, I have to admit, that when it comes to laundry, I’m only half committed to DIY. Once every six months I mix up a TON of powder and use it until it’s gone. But until I get in the mood to make it again, I pick up the Tandil while...
by Ivory Soap | Jul 15, 2013 | Cleaning Products, Household
Homemade enzymatic cleaner recipes have pluses and minuses. Know these seven things, before you mix! I have spent HOURS on the this database researching all of the possible chemical formulations of citrus cleaner and this what I found. Enzymatic Cleaner: The usual...
by Ivory Soap | Mar 12, 2013 | Household, Simple & Frugal
byob-daily-planner I have a problem with most printable planners. They don’t reflect my spontaneous, forgetful nature. They’re usually written for methodical folks who remember to take showers and stuff. Not me. I need a planner that says, “Hey,...
by Daisy | Feb 3, 2013 | Body Care, Household
This is the second half of my interview with English herbalist Paula Normandale. I try growing more medicinal herbs each year. However, I don’t always know what to do with them, which is one reason I’m happy to bring Paula into our realm. My main method...
