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Installing a (Manufactured) Rain Harvesting Barrel

I installed half round gutters and corrugated downspouts on my house recently ... (I have an old house and I wa...

Clipped on May 08, 2013

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Homemade Dishwasher Detergent {for spot-free dis...

While cleaning out my kitchen for an upcoming move, I ran across the ingredients for homemade dishwasher d...

Clipped on May 07, 2013

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Homemade laundry detergent and why it works s...

Homemade laundry detergent is all the rage these days but do you ever wonder if it really works? I love the idea...

Clipped on May 04, 2013

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DIY Fix for Spring

Got solar lights that aren't working? Luckily, I know how to fix them right up! And, I am going to share my tip with you!...

Clipped on May 01, 2013

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How to Easily Remove Hard Water Deposits

I don't know how it happened or when it happened but one day when I looked down at my kitchen sink faucet there was...

Clipped on Apr 28, 2013

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No Streak Window Cleaner

I really don't like cleaning windows at all, so I decided to throw out my window cleaner and made my own! This method...

Clipped on Apr 25, 2013

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How To Caulk A Bathtub/Repair Grout

A fool-proof way to caulk a bathtub...or anything for that matter. My dad showed me this method years ago and it has nev...

Clipped on Apr 16, 2013

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Prepping outdoor furniture for spring

It's time to prep that outdoor furniture for the onslaught of beautiful mild, sun drenched days ahead of us. Don't be da...

Clipped on Apr 10, 2013

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Remove Carpet Stains

Remove carpet stains easily by treating them soon after they happen. I removed red spaghetti sauce from my carpet usin...

Clipped on Apr 08, 2013

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How to Remove Paint Spills, Splatters, and Mistake...

I discovered this quick tip by accident and it's made a world of difference for me. If you're a messy, sloppy painter like...

Clipped on Apr 05, 2013

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How to fix missing mouldings

My MIL gave me a frame to work on to try to bring back to life. it was missing some of the wood filigrees. So I used a cl...

Clipped on Apr 03, 2013

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Properly drilling into brick

Before you begin your project, its important to ensure you have the proper equipment. A lightweight electric...

Clipped on Apr 02, 2013

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April – Spring Cleaning / Maintenance Che...

Wow has Spring finally arrived? As most people are ready to get outside & start working on the garden & give t...

Clipped on Apr 02, 2013

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How to Safely Clean an Oven

Oven cleaners can be one of the most toxic chemical cleaners on the market. These green cleaners can still do a grea...

Clipped on Mar 31, 2013

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Homemade GooGone Recipe

I wanted to share with you this Homemade GooGone Recipe. I was so excited when I found it! It works just like t...

Clipped on Mar 30, 2013

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How To Deodorize and Sharpen Your Disposal Natu...

A great way to deodorize and sharpen your disposal naturally is with three simple items. All you need are som...

Clipped on Mar 28, 2013

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How to Strip Veneer - no fumes, no power tools, EAS...

So simple, so easy! I have been trying to tackle the messy job of chipping veneer off pieces to re finish them and w...

Clipped on Mar 25, 2013

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Shower Cleaning Made Easy without the Use of Noxi...

Shower cleaning has to be one of my least favorite chores. The tight space combined with cleaning solutions i...

Clipped on Mar 23, 2013

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How To Make Homemade Goo Gone

Recycled glass jars and bottles can be put to lots of good use around the house for storage or decorating. The mo...

Clipped on Mar 20, 2013

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Make your washer clean itself!

It sounds funny that you have clean a machine designed for cleaning, but the washer does need some love. Detergent...

Clipped on Mar 19, 2013

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To keep bees away from my solar water fountain

I was dealing with bees landing on my solar panels in bunches. I didn't want to hurt them, just keep them from going in t...

Clipped on Mar 13, 2013

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Bouquets on a Budget! Create beautiful flower arran...

Stop spending mega bucks for professional arrangements when you can create your own with flowers from th...

Clipped on Mar 11, 2013

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Keep Concrete Crack Resistant

There's nothing worse than a cracked, heaved, or sunken concrete pad. Chances are you've experienced one...

Clipped on Mar 10, 2013

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A Clean Sink's Friend

We have a 1980s porcelain harvest gold kitchen sink. Don't be jealous! LOL! It's been scratched and stained sin...

Clipped on Mar 08, 2013

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Easily Remove Silicone Caulk without Chemicals

Cracked or separated silicone caulk is an eyesore. In addition, it can lead to water ruining walls, ceilings, and more!...

Clipped on Mar 03, 2013

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An easy spring cleaning tip for one of the worst jobs in th...

My stove burners get absolutely disgusting. Sealing them up with a tiny bit of pure ammonia makes it possible to...

Clipped on Mar 02, 2013

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Make your glass cooktop sparkle

We have a glass cooktop that gets dirty quickly. I love the way it looks when it's clean and have got a great way to clean...

Clipped on Mar 01, 2013

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Homemade Toilet Bowl Cleaner

I love this recipe for Homemade Toilet Bowl Cleaner. With only three ingredients it is easy to use and costs on...

Clipped on Feb 28, 2013

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How to Clean Blinds - the easy way!

Getting the Spring Fever itch? Get a jump start on your spring cleaning with an easy way to clean those icky blinds. #...

Clipped on Feb 27, 2013

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10 Tips on How to HANG Almost ANYTHING

When my husband and I bought our first house, he taught me how to use a stud finder, drill a pilot hole and use our drill t...

Clipped on Feb 26, 2013

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