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Decorative House Flags are a nice way to add color and decor to your front and back yards. I like to change mine out as the seasons and holidays change throughout the year. If I had to guess, I would estimate that we own at …
My kitchen sink is one thing in my home that is cleaned on a daily basis. I do it to keep germs and bacteria down…and to keep it looking nice. No one wants to walk into the kitchen and see a filthy sink! People clean …
Every week I make at least 6 hard-boiled eggs. I use them in salads, soups, sandwiches, and will snack on one when I’m in a hurry. They’re a classic in my home and very versatile to use in recipes. When it comes to purchasing eggs, I purchase medium sized because most recipes are based off of medium sized eggs. Did you know that? If not, now you do!
When it comes to slicing them I like to use a manual hard boiled egg slicer. You can find them at various retail stores in different shapes, sizes, and colors. Prices range from a few bucks up to $35.00 or more. In my honest opinion, you can get a really nice one for $10.00 and it’s just as good as one that costs more!
One thing that you need to keep in mind is that they’re sharp. They’ll slice through an egg like butter! You can actually use them for other fresh produce items like mushrooms and strawberries too! Every kitchen should have one.
Often times I see people tossing them into their dishwasher for cleaning. While a manufacturer’s instructions may say dishwasher-safe…I recommend that you hand wash them. Why? It will keep the stainless steel wires sharper and cleaner for a longer period of time. Besides…they only take a few seconds to clean.
Under warm running tap water you’ll want to add a tiny dab of liquid dishwashing soap onto the slicer. If needed, you can use an old veggie brush to losen up any stuck on food. Don’t use your fingers or a dishcloth! Again, the wires tend to be very sharp. You’ll want to rinse it clean with warm water. Lay a towel down on your kitchen counter. Open up the slicer and let it air dry for an hour or two. That’s it, easy as pie!
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One thing I realized during the Christmas season was that I was very unorganized when it came to my wrapping paper, bows, gift bags, ribbons, to and from tags, etc. I wasted a lot of time trying to find things and when I did find …
I’m admit…I’m a neat and clean freak. I take great pride in my home and don’t fret when unexpected guests drop in. Keeping my home neat, clean, and organized is something I actually enjoy doing. With that said, you have to have the proper tools …
Every year in early June/July and in late September I like to give the mini blinds a good overall cleaning. You need to keep after them on a regular basis to keep them looking nice. While it’s not my favorite household cleaning chore…I have found ways to make the job easier.
I take down our four mini blinds and haul them outside on a warm weather day. I like to lay them across my porch banister or across my clothesline. I spray them down with the garden hose. I like to use a white vinegar and water cleaning solution. I put 1-2 tablespoons of white vinegar into a spray bottle and then fill it up with tap water. Spray that solution all over (front and back) of the blinds. Let it sit for 10-15 minutes.
Spray them down with clean water to rinse off the cleaning solution. If necessary, I’ll take a wet microfiber cleaning cloth over any areas that dirt remains and then spray them down with water again. Let them hang up outside to drip dry in the warm air.
If you can’t take them outside you can clean them in your bathtub. I’ve done that in a quick pinch. I used a pull-down shower head to spray them down and then hung them up over the shower curtain rod to dry. It can be messy doing it in the bathroom but in a pinch…it will do.
To keep them looking nice in between the deep cleaning I do use a dusting wand that is specifically made for dusting & cleaning mini blinds. It can really help to keep all of that dirt and dust from accumulating on the slats. If you don’t have one…you can use a lightly-dampened microfiber cleaning cloth. Just be careful when running your hands over the slats as they can be sharp.
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Swimming suits are expensive and if you want them to last for a few seasons you need to wash them properly. Millions of people just toss them into the washing machine because it’s quick and easy. However, washing machines can cause damage and even worse …
Shepherd’s hooks get dirty, rusty, and grimey just like any outdoor garden decor item. It’s important to clean them semi-yearly to keep them looking nice. If you properly take care of them they should last you for several years, if not decades. I pull all …