How often do you clean your fireplace? Not very often? I bet we can guess why — because it’s a royal pain, right? Cleaning your fireplace can be a time consuming, dirty job, but somebody’s gotta do it. If that somebody is you, here is how to get your fireplace clean with less […]
A Month of Minimal
Some say that simplifying your life is the way to happiness. If you’ve been looking to simplify your life, you can’t beat embracing minimalism. To help you maximize your time and minimize your stress, here are 30 days of minimalist tips for a simpler, more priority-based life. 1. Unload Stuff That Does’t Bring […]
Don’t Toss Your Fruit and Veggie Peels
Usually, when you’re cooking dinner and peel fruits and veggies, the rinds or peelings to straight into the trash can or garbage disposal. That’s where they belong, right? Not necessarily! While we usually default to throwing these things way, there’s really no reason to do that. Here are some surprising things you can […]
Make Your Life a Breeze With Duct Tape
You can’t argue the virtues of duct tape. For repairs, crafts, emergencies…it’s a household staple that nobody should be without. You’ve probably used it for whole bunch of things other than its original purpose (duct work), but have you discovered all the out-of-the-box uses? Here are some great ideas on how to use […]
How to Clean and Disinfect Kitchen Sponges
Your kitchen sponge is supposed to be helpful for cleaning. But what if it’s full of bacteria itself? If it’s full of germs, it can’t very well clean your dishes, countertop, or sink. If yours has seen better days, that doesn’t necessarily mean that you have to throw it out. Here are a couple […]
10 Ways to Repurpose Ruined Tights or Stockings
If you’re anything like me, you haven’t found a pair of pantyhose or tights that lasts. All too often, the first time you wear them ends up being the last. But that doesn’t mean those ripped and run-blemished stockings are worthless. Quite the contrary, there are plenty of ways you can still make use […]