Eco-Friendly Detergent: Tru Earth Laundry Strips Review
Laundry detergent might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think about your environmental impact. It’s obvious that washing our clothes…
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10 Ways to Use Shoe Boxes to Organize Your Kitchen {Guest Post}
Katie’s Note: I’m so happy to have Lisa Woodruff from Organize 365 to help you organize with shoe boxes in your kitchen and the rest…
How to Use Microfiber Cloths for Cleaning
Learn how to clean microfiber cloths so they last and so you release less microplastics into the environment. Clean with microfiber cloths responsibly! I’ve used…
30-Second Homemade All-Purpose Kitchen Cleaner Recipe (Clean Hardwood Floors Naturally!)
I’m really not a big DIY person. Yes, I make all my food homemade and from scratch. Well, almost. But I’ve never gotten into greasing…
5 Ways to Sanitize Cell Phones Naturally
When I asked readers what post they wanted to see during quarantine, “how to sanitize your cell phone naturally” got the most votes! (Not to…
5 Tips to Make Your Soap Last Longer
I’ve been looking for ways to be more frugal for years! Luckily some of my frugal tips for stretching soap also come in handy to…
EPA Says Natural Disinfectant as Effective as Bleach
Wishing there was a natural disinfectant as effective as bleach without all the hazards? Whether you’ve been washing dishes with bleach or just need to…
We Spent $3892.57 Managing our Kids’ Dust Allergies – and They’re Not Even Close to Under Control Yet
When my oldest son Paul was in first grade, we moved to a new house. It was fall, the time of year in Michigan when…
Clean with Green from Floor to Ceiling
It’s easy to get overwhelmed by natural green cleaners. You see a tip about using vinegar to clean – where do I use it? you wonder.…
Super Safe, Super Cheap Disinfecting Solution for Baby Toys and Your Kitchen
Chicken with a side of bleach, anyone? I used to have a bottle of diluted bleach water under my sink (which was likely often way…
Have You Ever Successfully made a Homemade Dishwasher Detergent Recipe?
I haven’t. Being honest right up front there. I had many failures using natural DIY dishwasher soap a few years ago, and I’m afraid my…
Monday Mission: Get a Frugal, Natural Clean
Your mission, if you choose to accept, is to keep the green in spring cleaning. Sometimes it seems like the natural life can be a…
How to Make Homemade Orange Power Cleaner
In addition to your non-bleach disinfectants, like hydrogen peroxide, an easy homemade orange cleaner does the job! I love how I can clean with orange…
How to Clean Produce Naturally and Save Money
Want to know the first thing I do after I get all my groceries put away each week? Take a nap. (Umm, just kidding. I’d…
Seeking a Natural Dishwasher Detergent that Isn’t a Miserable Failure
Looking for a natural dishwasher detergent but don’t want to waste your money? You’re in the right place! The natural dishwasher detergent saga is as…
How to Tell if Laundry Soap Nuts Still Have Cleaning Power
If you use natural soap nuts for washing your laundry, you’ll quickly find that there’s a bit of a learning curve. Compared to pouring in…
Are Hand Sanitizers Safe or Superbug Creators?
Hand sanitizer is becoming more prevalent in our society. I’ve shared the best natural hand sanitizers. Now, let’s explore the safety and effectiveness of hand…
How Do Seventh Generation Products Stack Up? {REVIEW}
Do I have too much fun with this review stuff? Perhaps I’m becoming addicted to comparing everything in my life. I can hardly buy a…
Quick Tips For Keeping a Clean Kitchen While Doing All This Cooking! (A Guest Post from Cara at Health, Home and Happiness)
I love cooking for my family, I love serving real foods three meals a day (plus endless snacks!), and I love having a shiny sink,…
Monday Mission: Clean Up Without Throwing Out
Your mission, if you choose to accept it (on a Friday!), is to decrease what you throw away while attempting to keep a clean house.…