Common Sense - A Giveaway!

Saturday, August 23, 2008 The Scott Common Sense online community is a great place to go for tips, helpful tools, and special offers ... to simplify your life. You might even find some great tips to try out, too!Leave your favorite household tip in the comments section below. This can be a time saving tip, organizational tip, cleaning tip [more...]

Date: 2008-08-23 19:10:00

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Strange Cleaning Tips

Many household products can function well in areas quite different from their initial intended uses. Here are a few examples: Icy Steps? ... . Sticky Price Tags? Another commercial product that’s found in most people’s homes, WD-40, can serve ... of the window and horizontal ones for the other [more...]

Date: 2008-10-25 03:09:32

Coffee Break Version 1.41

On a a night out with your best buddies,, what would be the ususal topic you talk about?Jan asked for coffee break... ... ---- finding the BEST Bargain in town!!!!! we love sharing about a new household equipment and new products, cleaning tips ... Latest chsismis and just anything and everything under the SUN,, no pretentions [more...]

Date: 2008-10-26 12:34:37

Lifestyle - Non-Toxic Tips for Cleaning Household Metal

As the sun moves through its yearly apex, the bright rays shine through my windows and bring light to all those dirty little things ... : A lot of places recommend cleaning chrome with diluted ammonia, but that’s not something I want [more...]

Date: 2008-06-26 11:30:00

Using Young Living Peppermint Essential Oil

September 20, 2008 in Air Fresheners, Aromatherapy, Cooking with Essential Oils, Did You Know?, Educational, Essential Oil Application, Find therapeutic grade essential oils, Health, Home Spa Tips, How To, Natural Cosmetics, Nontoxic Household Cleaning, Peppermint, Recipes, Scented House, Why we should care, Women's Health, [more...]

Date: 2008-09-21 03:52:39

Got Paper? Bossy’s Excellent Giveaway.

Who remembers Bossy’s son and his best friend? ... you about Scott Common Sense, an interactive website that allows its readers to ask household questions, share tips, and read articles about cleaning and organizing the home in time-effective, economical [more...]

Date: 2008-09-15 14:17:38

Tips on Cleaning a Mousepad

Another reader asks: I know this is a little silly, but can you give me some tips on cleaning a mousepad? ... your next project. And here are some tips that can help you do just that! Just like a mouse, the mousepad ... has a plastic top, spray a bit of your household cleaner on it. Make sure it's a mild kind [more...]

Date: 2008-09-24 18:32:00

Best As Seen On TV Products

Some of the most popular things to buy are not available in stores and appear on infomercials ... a tackle pack and a book of fishing tips. Many of these types of products are household items, designed to make cleaning the home, faster and more efficient. As seen on TV products include the Zorbeez [more...]

Date: 2009-01-15 14:20:02

as taken from the san francisco chronicle. lazily edited by me.

25 low-cost, maximum-impact tips for a green 2009Cameron Scott, Special to SFGate.comFriday, January 9, 2009 1 ... .  Done7. Stop buying expensive and toxic cleaning products. You can accomplish nearly all household cleaning and maintenance tasks with vinegar, baking soda, and boric acid. Download natural cleanser [more...]

Date: 2009-01-14 20:52:34

17 Uncommon Uses for Cotton Swabs

In the field of cleaning ears, no household item is relied upon more than cotton swabs. The swabs, tipped with cotton sheets, are built to remove earwax and dirt, which results in better hearing. You probably have a constantly renewed stock in your bathroom, given their usefulness [more...]

Date: 2009-01-12 06:18:54

5 Tips For a Frugal Clean House

It’s nearing finals time here at the Almost Frugal household ... of finance, accounting and economics. Gah! So what am I doing? Cleaning my house until it shines, of course. I am a terrible procrastinator, and along with killing time, cleaning helps me to kill stress [more...]

Date: 2008-11-28 11:00:08

Eastern Fall Cure: Getting Into the Thick of It Week Five

Food, food, food! I've never seen so many taking pictures of their cooking before! ... have. You are also considering a Media Fast, which is a rather radical part of our household cleaning ... to integrate these choices into NYC life. We'd be interested to hear any tips on this subject. LATEST NEWS [more...]

Date: 2008-11-11 00:50:40

Boston Carpet Cleaners

Boston Carpet Cleaners December 14, 2008 | By bcause In Articles | Comments Off Boston Carpet Cleaners It would be wonderful if the present ... cleaning tips and techniques as well as referring good service providers. If you are in need ... some of these hints that help make a household run better. Many things such as removing a stain from upholste [more...]

Date: 2008-12-14 22:18:07

Tips to Prepare Your House for Moving Day

by The Affordable Storage Guy Preparing for moving day is more than just packing; theres all that cleaning to do too! ... . Common household items can be your best friends when dealing with unwanted marks and stains. Scuffed ... , replacing the cloth if it becomes saturated. Toothpaste isn’t just great for cleaning teeth; you can also [more...]

Date: 2009-01-15 22:29:40

Household Tip

If your dryer takes what seems to be too much time to dry your clothes, try cleaning out your dryer vent with a leaf blower ... ! This is really only necessary if your dryer vent is somewhat long (if your laundry room [more...]

Date: 2009-01-16 04:00:00

Clean Resolution ~ Pick Up and Perk Up With These 9 Eco Friendly Cleaning Tips

Happy Sexy 2009 salad).  ++Place the Orange Peel in a medium bowl and pour two cups boiling water over them. ... villages water pure. The line has grown to include household cleaners, baby care, bath and body [more...]

Date: 2009-01-03 16:31:51

Labor Day Blog Roundup: Smoking, Sins, and Index Funds

Today’s holiday provided me with a much-needed break from the general craziness that is my life ... :Tips for the New Year: ...Jay Leno’s “Funny”: ...Weekly Blog Roundup, Cleaning and Packing Edition ... . I had time to take care of a few household chores rather than procrastinate as usual. Living [more...]

Date: 2008-09-02 02:57:32

Moving Day Cleaning Checklist

by The Affordable Storage Guy Aside from packing, removing stubborn stains and odors is one of the least pleasant chores to do as you prepare for ... a pleasant fragrance. Very important: Do not mix any cleaning solutions or other chemicals ... . When washing textured walls, use a nylon sock to avoid leaving lint behind. Apply any cleaning solution [more...]

Date: 2009-01-15 22:24:58

Transition to Single Income Living

Is life getting too hectic? Do you long for a simpler, more family oriented lifestyle? Are you victim to these scenarios? • Either coming or going; you and your spouse are “ships passing in the night” • Haunted by a growing “to-do” list with no time to accomplish it all • Constantly taking time off work to pick up a sick kid(s) [more...]

Date: 2009-01-19 10:03:04

Send Household Grime Packing!

by The Affordable Storage Guy Aside from packing, removing stubborn stains and odors is one of the least pleasant chores to do as you prepare for ... of the following tips, be sure to do a spot test in an inconspicuous area to test for colorfastness. Everyday household items can work wonders on many common messes. Use a pencil eraser to remove scuff [more...]

Date: 2009-01-18 14:28:29

Nine Frugal Suggestions for a Humble Bar of Soap

By Myscha Theriault Need to squeak by for a few days until pay day? Are groceries having to take priority over basic cleaning mediums? ... household cleaning product. Who knew? OK, somebody probably did. But it wasn't me. That is, until ... where my bathroom cleaning caddy and homemade spray cleaner are stored. The sink and counter area were [more...]

Date: 2009-01-10 21:51:57

You are probably not surprised he is on the list either but he was a pioneer in bringing green issues to the forefront ... , porcelain, counter tops and cupboards, linoleum, plastics, wood, leather, stainless steel ... cleaner. It is made from extracts of pine, de-acified citrus, maize, fermented sugar cane roots [more...]

Date: 2009-01-15 14:07:17

Life Advice from Gwyneth Paltrow?

Actress Gwyneth Paltrow has just launched a new lifestyle website called Goop. There’s not much to it yet (I think it’s still in beta) ... the maid stops by every Wednesday, but for regular gals that kind of household stuff is a given; cleaning ... her website, but, honestly, cleaning out my space? What does that mean to a multi-millionaire [more...]

Date: 2008-09-23 17:20:32

A Half Dozen Uses for Empty Egg Cartons

Photo courtesy of robsmith-qld When you think about it, eggs themselves are a pretty frugal food ... ingredient in nearly every made-from-scratch recipe.  We go through a lot of eggs in our household–boiled ... beverages.  Note, give them a good cleaning if you plan to use the ice in drinks–wouldn’t want any [more...]

Date: 2008-09-25 11:00:46

GTD for Parents — Navigating Deadlines and Diapers

This is a guest post from my fellow Stomper Eric Doggett, work-at-home dad, photographer, online business owner and all around cool guy ... challenge. Add in a few kids who aren’t yet in school and you are guaranteed a hectic schedule ... photographer, about 20% of my time is spent actually shooting. The rest of my schedule consists of image [more...]

Date: 2008-09-17 22:07:41

Information Overload Will Eat Your Brain

Well, it’s the 21st century and there is so much information floating around that it’s just impossible to ever consume it all ... in a day.  Daily tasks such as dishes, laundry, and cleaning are much harder to “make time for.” ... you what they are.  Follow the tips in this article, set aside time for managing your finances, and you’ll be rockin’ [more...]

Date: 2009-01-11 19:51:37

Moving Days Dirty Little Secrets Revealed!

by The Affordable Storage Guy Preparing for moving day is more than just packing; theres all that cleaning to do too! ... . Finally, never mix cleaning products”many contain ammonia or bleach, and when combined the fumes ... . Common household items can be your best friends when dealing with unwanted marks and stains. Scuffed [more...]

Date: 2009-01-19 22:04:57

Green Up Your Clean: Environmentally Friendly Cleaning Methods

This article by Beth Coughlin provides some tips for how you can “green up your clean” by using products that serve as ... effective use of them. Green cleaning is becoming a more common goal in housekeeping every day ... , and a host of other companies are offering green cleaning alternatives. However, there are some common [more...]

Date: 2009-01-17 01:15:33

Paint a Room and Wash Your Face: More Uses For Powdered Milk Than You Ever Imagined

By Nora Dunn “Yick. Why on earth would you drink powdered milk?” I used to think. “It must taste horrid,” I surmised. I never drank that much milk anyway, so the cost savings of having powdered milk on hand didn’t come into the picture either. However, when I inherited a bread maker and started making my own [more...]

Date: 2008-08-18 06:26:33

2009 Goals: Organization and Domestic Stuff

#fullpost{display:inline;}So, as you know one of my goals is to work on being a better housewife and all that crap goes along with that :-) ... for this, so there).With this, I wanted to find an approach to cleaning and keeping my house the haven I desire ... it in excel! Click here to read more on this Snack... Household Cleaning Task ListThis is very [more...]

Date: 2009-01-15 22:00:00

Cleaning"All in a (Moving) Days Work

By The Affordable Storage GuyWhats worse than packing up everything you own? Cleaning up the mess left behind! ... drops of vanilla extract on a piece of cloth. Finally, never mix cleaning products"many contain ... for colorfastness. Everyday household items can work wonders on many common messes. Use a pencil eraser [more...]

Date: 2009-01-15 22:29:00

How to Transition to Single Income Living

There are many benefits to being a single income family. Unfortunately, most two-income families feel that this is a financial impossibility. This article provides a detailed road map on how to make a successful transition to single income. By Eugene Estipona Is life getting too hectic? Do you long for a simpler, more family oriented lifestyle? [more...]

Date: 2009-01-18 11:51:15

30 Days to Natural

With the holidays coming up there will be lots of family parties and friends stopping by. This means a lot more cleaning around here ... to develop a new platform of natural cleaning products called Green Works. These products are made with natural, plant-based ingredients and clean as well as conventional cleaners on most soils. Green Works [more...]

Date: 2008-10-23 04:33:09

When Cleaning Clothes Destroys Homes

When Cleaning Clothes Destroys Homes Posted by Cynthia Hash under For Buyers, For Sellers, General Information, first time buyer, Service, ... a yearly dryer vent cleaning. Properly maintained dryer vents save their owners money. Fires caused ... ignite during permanent press. Install the Correct Dryer-Vent Tubing. Property owners should replace [more...]

Date: 2009-01-19 13:50:58

November 20, 2008

rites of passages for boys where they became men over their fresh kill. These days, that rarely happens in a suburban cul-de-sac, but you do have the opportunity to grant your son responsibility in front of a family gathering. When you decide the time is right for your son to carve the turkey – and that may come because of age, [more...]

Date: 2008-11-21 05:37:45

How To Get Moving and Stop Procrastinating

So which of your tasks or projects are you putting off at the moment? If your answer is "Nothing, I am caught up" you can keep it to yourself; I’m 100% sure that’s not true. We all procrastinate over the things we should get done. The thought of starting something new is simply too much to handle because life is hard [more...]

Date: 2008-10-16 13:10:51

10 Ways to Stop Marine Debris

Ocean Conservancy is on a mission to promote healthy and diverse ocean ecosystems ... lemon juice, vinegar and baking soda for household cleaning. Avoid using fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides and harsh chemical cleaners that can wash into waterways. 7.Choose reusable items and use [more...]

Date: 2009-01-08 02:33:51

Cross Nursing: natural extension or disgusting and weird?

Breast Friends: Natural or Just Plain Icky? Next Twins and triplets face added layer of difficulty in college admissions by Jennifer Jordan Jul 29th 2008 11:00AM Teens & tweens, Life & style, Education, Resources Getting into college is tough. There are so many choices, so much paperwork to fill out [more...]

Date: 2008-07-28 20:05:49

SERVICES ARE SO REASONABLE IN THE VALLEY issue-3

Peggi Doing what She loves...(Jan 09)John doing what He loves...(Summer 08)Diary published weekly since 2001Read the full version of this Diary on line HERETIPS THIS WEEKNorm and Jana shared info about OVERPRICED RX DRUGS – many, even generic Rx, may carry escalated costs. Everyone should always shop around!!! [more...]

Date: 2009-01-18 23:25:00

Minimizing Monday: Fighting Clutter Chaos

This week's challenge on Minimizing Monday at Handprints on the Wall is Coloring Supplies ... obstacle to maintaining an organized household is making time to focus on small areas in my house each ... you do last week on cleaning out your jewelry box? I got a good start on this assignment [more...]

Date: 2008-09-01 08:32:00

Living Lean

The Background I’ve been reading Dave Ramsey’s Total Money Makeover. Mr ... financial house” (of cards) in order. It inspired us to think hard about the current economic reality ... the amount that we’ve budgeted. The money buys: groceries cleaning supplies toiletries gas small [more...]

Date: 2009-01-15 13:00:54

11 Simple Ways to Strengthen Your Immune System Naturally

It is necessary to strengthen your immune system in order to meet the challenges that our body encounters on a daily basis ... in your environment. Air Pollution, smoking, cleaning products will stress your immune system with frequent exposure. Many common household cleaning products contains toxic and poisonous chemicals [more...]

Date: 2009-01-06 17:15:48

Best Deals for Friday 1/16/09

By Linsey Knerl Cold weather is sweeping the country, but several retailers are offering unadvertised in-store only specials. ( ... You DVD” with form and Proofs – Buy 3 Earth’s Best Baby Food products, mail in the form along ... ! Download form for details. Ends 4/7/09. 4. iRobot Looj 120Gutter Cleaning Robot $49.99 at Buy.com [more...]

Date: 2009-01-16 14:20:40

Pet News - Pet Advice - Pet Photos

Advice for Pet Ownersby Arden Moore - Washington PostInexpensive Pet CareWhen money is less available, humans aren't the only species that suffer. Financial setbacks often effect the companions we love most -- pets. But animal expert Arden Moore can give advice on how to provide your pet with sufficient care without going into debt [more...]

Date: 2009-01-11 17:45:00

empty baby food jars

empty baby food jars Posted by admin on January 8, 2009 at 8:13 pm Don’t throw those empty baby food jars away! ... less household waste and so improve the environment. Recycling programs are available in almost every ... man, so to speak. For example, plastic milk jugs can be cleaned out and used to store cleaning agents [more...]

Date: 2009-01-09 04:13:10

Living with less Waste

Recently I enjoyed reading the article "Put you life on a diet" by Misty M. Lees ... out) and then added some more in (in green) so that the list contains 50 things that our household ... fewer household cleaners. Try soap and water, baking soda, or vinegar instead.Make your own safer [more...]

Date: 2009-01-08 04:09:00

Diet Tip: Don't Be a Member of the Clean Plate Club

Diet Tip: Don't Be a Member of the Clean Plate Club 4 hours 21 min ago by FitSugar 118 Views - 14 comments When you were a child, ... ." Or "China" — the country, or continent seems to vary from household to household. Sometimes, dessert was leveraged as a reward for cleaning your plate. Your parents meant well, but if you're trying to lose [more...]

Date: 2008-09-24 17:00:00

What You Should Know About Carpet Care

by Qandishah Brown We all love having carpets in our homes, but do we really know how to take care of them? ... your carpet more than this. Take the time to clean baseboards and other areas that may be difficult ... that carpets can be sensitive and you should never use laundry soap or dishwashing detergent [more...]

Date: 2009-01-19 14:05:43

So THAT'S what I have to do to get them to clean!

Lately, I have become addicted to the show, "How Clean Is Your House Your House?" on BBC America. The show's affect on my family has been shocking ... . They also send swabs-taken from the home prior to cleaning-to a lab for testing. They use the lab ... with because of their lack of cleaning. Along the way, they show you some of the steps they took to [more...]

Date: 2009-01-19 06:25:14

The Essential Time-Saving Guide for Busy People

Your lives are always busy, I’m sure, but the holidays always seem to add even more craziness to everyone’s schedule ... up the schedule. Why use these tips? First, to keep yourself sane during busy times — we all tend ... readers know — simplify your schedule by doing fewer things but focusing on the important things [more...]

Date: 2008-12-07 23:35:55

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