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Add orange peels (or any citrus peel) to a quart of white vinegar in a closed container and let it set for two weeks. Combine citrus/vinegar solution half/half with water and use for cleaning. Works on floors, tile, fixtures, etc. Smells good and is tough on scum! (add Borax for even tougher cleaner)
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AppleCheeks compares cloth diapers to throwaways. #infographics #applecheeks
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Drywall is the number three producer of greenhouse gasses among building materials, trailing just behind cement and steel. Its production generates 200 million tons of carbon dioxide gas, a host of gypsum mines, and immense amounts of energy are required to fire the 500 degree kilns in which it is produced. But a ‘game-changer’ is on the horizon: EcoRock. This innovative material requires no gypsum, no ovens to produce, is made from 85 percent industrial by-products and is fully r...
Put a tiny bit of toothpaste into a small cup, mix in one teaspoon baking soda and half a teaspoon water. Thoroughly mix then brush your teeth for two minutes. Remember to do it once a week until you have reached the results you want. Once your teeth are good and white, limit yourself to using the whitening treatment once every month or two.
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DIY liquid hand soap recipe (can be made from any bar soap!)
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How to replace the elastics on AppleCheeks diapers - tutorial
homemade liquid washing detergent. $6 for 576 loads. gotta do this!!
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Detox Bath - a great way to help your body if it is feeling congested, weighted or sluggish.-will have to try
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Interesting...Natural cold remedy: a simple DIY detox bath! 1. Run a hot bath. It opens pores and prepares body for cleansing. 2. Add three pints of food-grade hydrogen peroxide (3%). This oxygenates the body and helps purge toxins. It’s also antibacterial and antiviral. 3. Add two ounces of ground ginger, a natural anti-inflammatory that increases blood circulation and helps promote the elimination of toxins through sweat. 4. Soak for about 30 minutes. 5. Drink lots of water; to replenish what’s being pulled out of your system.
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4 homemade cleaners. I'm going to try to stop buying store cleaners anymore. I hate using/breathing in the chemicals when I clean!
Making 4 QUARTS of liquid hand soap from ONE bar of soap!
Turn a bar of soap liquid hand soap. For my guests who prefer liquid soap.
homemade liquid washing detergent. $6 for 576 loads. gotta do this!!
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Love this tip (soak old paintbrush in hot vinegar for 30 minutes and good as new).
air freshener from baking soda and essential oil ~ Fill the jar about 1/4 full with baking soda & add 6-8 drops of essential oil.
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DIY Room Spray...lemons, limes, oranges, water, and VODKA...srsly!
homemade dishwasher detergent. Need to make this!!!
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baby blanket from cashmere sweaters • this mama makes stuff
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Make Awesome Orange infused Vinegar Household Cleaner!! Orange oil + vinegar sounds(smells) good to me!
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how to make hot and cold infustions, decoctions and herbal syrups
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Lindsay Wright Ooh! I have these. They're the greatest thing ever :)
Pam D Where did you get them @Lindsay Wright? Local? Haven't found ones I have liked yet!
Lindsay Wright Um... NO. The MoMA store in NYC. But they might be available online?