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Streeeetch The Meals

With grocery items continuosly going up, more and more moms are having problems stretching the already tight budget.  It’s getting harder and harder to whip up yummy meals that are good for you.  Here are some smart solutions I found for keeping meals delicious and nutritious but still on the budget. 1)  Pack in extra [...]


Way To Go with Shoe Polish

Did you know that shoe polish can help disguise nicks and scratches on your furniture?  Shoe posish comes in different colors, it’s opaque and it’s removable.  Here’s how to do it… look for a polish that matches the color of your furniture’s finish.  Don’t worry if you can’t find a close match, you can try [...]


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Keep Jewelries in Top Shape

Here are some tips on how to keep your jewelries always shiny and clean. 1.  Don’t keep them all together in one place, separate each piece with tissue paper.  Even costume jewelry is fragile, so do take care of them too. 2.  If you have to keep them in a jewelry box avoid the ones [...]


Washing The Greens

Here are some tips on how to wash, dry and store those lovely greens for you salad. 1.  Fill a clean basin or a large bowl with cold water and submerge the lettuce completely.  If you’re washing head lettuce, discard the outer leaves first, theyre most likely to harbor bacteria.  Chop off the end and [...]


Keep Baby Clothes Soft and Fresh

Babies are so delicate and their soft skin are more prone to dirt and harmful chemicals and bacteria.  To keep their skin healthy, their clothes and crib sheets should be kept pristine and fresh. When you wash them, wash them in warm water and tumble dry on a low setting.  As soon as they’re dru, [...]


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How to clean leather

Leather sofas are so easy to maintain, and the best way to clean and protect soft leather upholstery is to: dust often, vacuum seat crevices, and wipu up spills immediately with a cloth.  Check the protectant you are using if it’s approved for leather.  Don’t ever try to use furniture polish, abrasive or alcohol-based cleaners [...]


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Make Flowers Last Longer

Flowers are special and I’m sure the one who gave it you is special too, if only it can stay fresh forever!  You can prolong the life of the fabulous flowers given to you by following these simple tricks. The first thing you have to do is submerge the stem/s in hot water and clip [...]


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