4/20/13

Many of us take our shoes off at the door when we get home since shoes can drag in dirt, toxins and other things from outdoors into the home. But did you know that walking around barefoot can also cause damage? Natural oils in our skin can be deposited on the floor, attracting dirt and debris. The solution? Walk around with socks on. It will keep your floors clean and your home healthy.

4/19/13

Did you know your old jeans can help charities such as Goodwill and the Salvation Army? Denim is the No. 1 most resold item in thrift shops, and even distressed, well-worn and torn jeans are coveted by fashionistas and collectors of old denim. Even if your jeans are worn beyond fashionable, still give: Unsellable garments are often sold to textile recyclers. So the organizations make money either way. Win-win.

4/18/13

A teakettle is one of those items you never really think about cleaning until your cup of tea tastes a little strange. Cleaning it could not be simpler: Fill the kettle halfway with water, then fill the rest with white vinegar. Bring the contents to a boil and set it aside to soak overnight. The next morning, pour out the vinegar mixture, fill the kettle with water and bring to a boil to remove any trace vinegar smell and taste. An added tip: Use the freshly boiled water to kill weeds so you don't waste any water. The hot water will scald the weeds to death.