Skincare can be complicated, especially for those of us who didn’t exactly ace our chemistry classes back in school. ;-) But many of us are forced to navigate the complex world of skincare on our own, because the alternatives (such as buying the high-end products that an expensive esthetician or dermatologist would recommend) ... Continue Reading
21 Essential Spices & Herbs You Need To Have In Your Kitchen Cupboard
The sheer number of different herbs and spices you can find in grocery stores these days is enough to make any home cook’s head spin. In fact, I think that most home cooks have a very small comfort zone when it comes to seasonings, and that many of us could stand to branch out a little! And I hope to make that a little easier ... Continue Reading
The One Easy DIY You Need If You Hate Scrubbing Dishes
Dawn has been my personal dish soap of choice since I first started blogging back in 2011. Throughout all of the messes and grime and stains that life has thrown my way, Dawn has always been there for me, dependably making things cleaner. So you can imagine my surprise when a few weeks ago, I spotted a brand new Dawn product ... Continue Reading
This Is The Best Way To Remove Stains You Forgot To Pretreat
When you spill some food or your drink on your clothes, you always tell yourself you’re going to treat the stain later, right? But if you’re anything like me, you are more likely to forget about the stain until you spot it when you’re putting your clothes in the washing machine on laundry day. By this point, the window of ... Continue Reading
9 Useful Products That Will Solve Your Everyday Problems
There are lots of useful products out there that can help make your daily life easier. But how do you find out about them in the first place? Today the answer is simple: just read this blog post! :-) Today I’ll be sharing 9 useful products that are designed to make some facet of daily life just a little bit easier. And since ... Continue Reading
7 Surprising Things You Should Not Be Disinfecting
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, I’m sure many of us have already done more cleaning and disinfecting in 2020 than we did during the entirety of 2019. Personally, my door knobs, light switches, and countertops, and faucet handles have never been cleaner! :-) While it’s important to remain vigilant about keeping our homes ... Continue Reading
Overcooked The Meat? How To Salvage It And Save The Day
I’m sure that every one of us (or at least every omnivore) has overcooked meat at some point in our lives. It’s all too easy to do, and while it isn’t necessarily the end of the world, it can turn dinner into a pretty underwhelming affair. But luckily, it doesn’t have to be that way! Because in today’s post, I’ll be sharing ... Continue Reading
7 Realistic Ways To Make New Friends As An Adult
For myself and many others, the idea of how to make friends as an adult can be pretty daunting. Getting to know someone new can be awkward, uncomfortable, or make us feel vulnerable or judged, which makes it all too easy to simply stay in our comfort zones and keep ourselves isolated. But the older I get, the more I realize ... Continue Reading
Overwhelmed By Clutter? This Is The Best Thing To Do First
If your home has been feeling cluttered lately, there are a lot of different approaches you can take to get more organized. But depending on the severity of your clutter and how widespread the issue is, you may not even know where to start! If the idea of decluttering and organizing your home feels more than a little ... Continue Reading
The Best Way To Hem Jeans That Are Too Long
I have thrifted many pairs of denim jeans for both myself and my kids over the years. Back when it felt like my kids had orchestrated a never-ending chain reaction of growth spurts, those thrifted jeans kept them clothed during a time when we could rarely afford to “splurge” on new clothes. But while our thrifted jeans were ... Continue Reading
15 Brilliant Uses For Aluminum Foil That Will Save You Time
There are a lot of versatile materials out there, but aluminum foil has to be one of my very favorites. It can be used as a barrier, as a heat reflector, as a light reflector, and so much more! Occasionally I happen upon a particularly good idea for using aluminum foil, and I'll store it in my secret files for later use. Well I ... Continue Reading
The One Ingredient You Need To Add To Your Skincare Routine
For the most part, I try not to concern myself with every new fad and trend that comes along in the worlds of beauty and skincare. For one, my sensitive skin would mutiny if I began constantly trying out new products, and for another, I’m generally pretty happy with the products I’m already using! But I recently started using ... Continue Reading
The 9 Things You Should Never Leave Out In The Yard
During the summer, I spend the majority of my time out in the backyard. You can even find me out there during the heat of the day, long after the others have retreated inside insisting that it’s “too hot outside.” (As long as I’m sitting in the shade and there’s a breeze, it’s never too hot for me!) But there is at least one ... Continue Reading
This Is The Secret To Feeling Fresh As A Daisy All Summer
For the most part, I try to share ideas and homemaking tips that anyone can use. The way I see it, the label of “homemaker” could apply to anyone who contributes to the work involved in running a household, regardless of gender! With that being said, the information I’ll be sharing in today’s post will obviously not be ... Continue Reading