Natural (and cheap!) fabric softener: Vinegar
Once again, vinegar proves to be a wonder-liquid. A while back, I stopped using dryer sheets to cut back on some of the chemicals. It hasn’t been bad, but my biggest complaint is stiff clothes. Enter...
View ArticleOne Small Step: Spray bottle dish soap
This post was originally published on February 27, 2009 at repurposeful. Want to stretch the use of your dish soap? Looking to reuse an empty spray bottle? I have your answers. Fill an empty spray...
View ArticleMore on alternative laundry solutions: Hydrogen peroxide
Photo by I to Eye. In one of my last posts, I talked about the wonders of using vinegar, which not only removes lingering odors, but also works great as a natural alternative to fabric softener. One...
View ArticleUpcycling old tees into clothes for kids
Have you caught wind of the hype on upcycling adult t-shirts into shirts, dresses, onesies and pants for kids? I just love this idea! Now, if I was more skilled at sewing, I would attempt this project....
View ArticleDouble duty: How diapers can prevent identity theft
Photo by futurestreet. If you’re not a parent or at all grossed out by potty talk, you may just want to skip on to the next post in the blog. I promise not to be offended. If, however, you’re...
View ArticleWD-40… apparently it fixes more than squeaky doors
I recently received a forwarded e-mail on the purported many uses of WD-40. As it turns out, this little wonder-in-a-can can be used to remedy lots of little things around the house. The list below is...
View ArticleThe short person’s savior: Kitchen tongs
Today’s tip is a simple repurposing tip, but it comes in very handy in our house! We have lots of high-up cabinets in our kitchen wherein we store things that are used only once-in-a-while. And when...
View ArticleHalloween and the thrift store
If you’ve never stepped foot in a thrift store, now’s the time of year to do so. Why? Because Halloween costumes, decorations and accessories abound. Why pay for a brand new costume off the rack...
View ArticleRepurposeful wrapping
I’ve posted on this idea before, but I wanted to bring it up one more time. Child artwork makes great wrapping paper. Not only does it help clear out your cabinet full of salvaged artwork, but it’s a...
View ArticleOn Blogging Hiatus
If you were once a regular reader, you may have noticed my lack of posts since, oh, October! Unfortunately, life took over my time for blogging. I plan to pick this back up when time allows, but for...
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