By no stretch am I a fashionista. Nobody is checking their IG to see what I’m wearing today. Still, I’ve always enjoyed clothing and the opportunity it gives us to …
Salad greens are such a delight — versatile, delicious, and nutritious. As long as they’re fresh, that is. The moment those green leaves start to wilt and discolor and get …
I love to spring clean! I love the fresh feeling of a room that’s sparkling and spruced from top to bottom. Some people never spring clean, and others would like …
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Succulents have a reputation for being easy to care for. And they look like they ought to be, right? But while they do tolerate a bit of neglect, it’s also …
Don’t you just love a good bath towel? One that’s big, soft, and fluffy but also dries well? (Towels often start out fluffy and soft, but they seem to just …
Read moreTowel care — How to keep bath towels soft, fluffy, and absorbent!
Sewing books pop up a lot on my radar (and this site). That’s in part because I like to sew (especially hand sew), but also because knowing how to mend …
Read moreLittle Fixes — 54 Clever Ways to Extend the Life of Kids’ Clothes By Disney Powless
People are often asked, “Who is your role model?” Answers run the gamut from a famous athlete, actor, or politician to a teacher, community leader, or family member. I don’t …
I recently inherited a dishwasher that was, well, not well cared for. Gunky gross, in fact. I’m not sure how a machine that’s made to clean what’s inside can get …
Well, here it is February — Canned Food Month! A good time, I suppose, to answer some questions about how to store canned foods safely. (I like spending the slower …
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During the winter months, I have a small budget dedicated to cut flowers. (In the summer months I mostly grow my own.) Were that budget bigger, I’d have a vase …
Read moreCut flowers — How to preserve cut flowers for longer-lasting arrangements
