Even Simpler DIY Stain Routine

Yesterday, I did a presentation on DIY cleaning at my local library.  I think I learned as much as they did.  Having to explain the stain routine and answer questions really helped me refine it.  The best contribution, though, was a lady who knew what old-timers used...

Summer Laundry: The Results Show

A few weeks ago, I reported in THIS POST that I was trying a new laundry experiment.  Here are the results. 1. Resolve to do laundry once a week. Kid you not.  This is the best thing ever.  I do three loads a week! 2.  Remove out of season clothing. No more sweaters...

Washing Oily Skin with…OIL??

  Yes. Kid you not. Before I started doing this a month ago, I still looked like a 13 year old and I’m 36. My other alternative was to use over the counter acne products. As you know, they take the HIDE off you. Back then, I had my make-up done by a...

10 Ways to Simplify Summer Laundry

Summer is a great time to simplify your closet since there’s less requirement to wear something different all the time and the temperature isn’t hopping around on you. So, here’s my favorite 10 ways to simplify summer laundry. 1. Resolve to do...

5 Ways to Live Seasonally in June

Farmer’s Markets are in full swing, mama animals are making tons of milk, and the produce in the garden is coming on faster than you can pick it.  Welcome to summer!  Well, technically, summer doesn’t start till June 20th, but the HEAT is already here in...