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15 Dishwasher Hacks
I recently discovered Hometalk, which is kind of like Houzz, but less focused on architecture and more on specific tips and tricks for the home and gardening. I’m in love with the plethora of...
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Guide to Green Cleaning
With a newborn on the horizon, I’m a lot more conscious of my efforts in green cleaning and ways to cut the harsh chemicals I bring into our home. Of course, it’s just better for us and the...
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Cleaning Baking Sheets
During the cold winter months, I love nothing more than baking homemade cookies. Unfortunately, baked goods often lead to very messy baking sheets and a lot of frustration. Luckily, I know a few quick...
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Cleaning with Butter
Some paleo diets permit the use of butter, but honestly The Beau and I tend to avoid butter altogether, opting for coconut oil or olive oil instead. Plus, as a huge advocate for the plant-based...
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Homemade Soft Scrub
You already know I love cleaning, but what I really love is a sparkling sink, glistening with the smell of bleach. Not quite so healthy for the home or my hands as I have a terrible habit of not...
View ArticleRecycling Cheat Sheet
Believe it or not, The Beau and I most commonly argue about recycling. He is notorious for throwing “trash” into recycling and for throwing glass and plastic containers in the trash. It’s always a...
View ArticleChalkboard Entry Organizer
For the next couple of weeks The Beau is away on training, which means I am left with a very clean home! One of the reasons I love The Beau is that we are so different. For instance, he likes to use...
View ArticleAlternative Home Uses for Apple Cider Vinegar
Are you ready to join in on the latest Apple Cider Vinegar detox diet? Move over paleo, the latest trend is on the rise–assuming you can stomach the taste. Apple Cider Vinegar is making headlines as...
View Article3 Tips for Cleaning the Dishwasher
Even though I’m now in my third trimester, certain smells still make me a little nauseous, including–believe it or not–our dishwasher. I’m thrilled that we have a fantastic state-of-the-art dishwasher,...
View ArticleBasic Staples to Keep On Hand
Not only does The Beau often serve as inspiration for this blog, but he often provides many of the ideas on what I should write. Given that I am pregnant, I recently requested an order of decaf coffee,...
View ArticleNew Use: Coffee
So I’ve been a terrible blogger lately. On a positive note, I was promoted to Marketing Director at work, but that means I’ve increased my work load a bit. To make up for it, I’ll be posting soon my...
View ArticleRemoving Cooking Smells
Summer is here and that means it’s the perfect season for grilling fresh vegetables and salmon. If you live in an apartment like me though, you may miss out on the joys of summer grilling, which means...
View ArticleOrganizing Under the Sink
I admit, this post was inspired by an email I recently received from Martha Stewart Living. I just loved her post so I had to share. Martha says a great way to prevent kitchen rags and dishwashing rags...
View ArticleOrganizing Kitchen Cubbies
The Beau and I moved into our new apartment in May, but until now I haven’t had a chance to finish sorting and organizing the kitchen. Why? Well, the Beau likes to graze for snacks or graze for a beer...
View ArticleClean the Dishes
The Beau is still on vacation today which means, I can enjoy putting away all the dishes and not having to look at them again for at least another day. Men, or at least The Beau, eat twice as much as I...
View ArticleQuick Tips: Recycling
Occasionally it’s good to go back and remember the basics of recycling. In honor of a particular glass jar I found in the trash this evening, placed there by an anonymous loved one, I am inspired to...
View ArticleFocus Area: Kitchen Sink
The kitchen sink is like the mecca for everything in the kitchen. At some point, everything makes its way to the sink as a leftover crump, flower vase needing water, dirty pasta bowl or simply an apple...
View ArticleSteps to Clean Trash Cans
That’s right, trash cans! Do you find yourself avoiding the task of taking out the trash? Do you cringe throwing something away, for fear of the smell coming from inside your trashcan? Worse yet, do...
View ArticleBefore & After: Kitchen Cupboards
Despite my attempt to be Clean & Proper, I’m also a designer. Occasionally I find myself putting design before function, at least in the eyes of The Beau. Much to the request of The Beau, it is...
View ArticleFocus Area: Sparkling Kitchen Floor
It’s difficult to find time to mop, let alone find an efficient way to clean the kitchen floor. Here’s my secret for keeping our black and white tiled floor super sparkly! What you’ll need: All-purpose...
View ArticleQuick Tip: Defrost the Fridge
I imagine that it’s been awhile since you last cleaned out your refrigerator, or at least gave it a true scrub down. You can’t start fresh if your veggies and fruits aren’t fresh . . . or at least the...
View ArticleQuick Tip: Cleaning the Oven
Today’s quick cleaning tip is probably the easiest. All it requires is an oven, and oven with a cleaning feature, and four hours to relax. Check that your oven is clear of any large debris–such as my...
View ArticleCleaning Appliances
If you’re anything like The Beau and me, then you’re probably squirming to get outside and get grilling. When it’s cold and wintry I prefer warm hearty soups and delicious chewy cookies. As soon as the...
View ArticleDrying Rack Alternatives
While The Beau and I wait to finish on the closing of our new home we are currently staying with my parents who have been gracious enough to let us live temporarily in their basement. As uncomfortable...
View ArticleHand Washing Dishes
So I know I just posted about what to do when your drying rack is over crowded with dishes, but I can’t not post on how to hand wash those dishes. So double feature bonus today on how to hand wash...
View ArticleBottles & Dispensers
Sometimes it’s the little things that really make a big difference. Do you find yourself cleaning your bathroom counter or kitchen counter only to feel that there are still areas of grime and dirt...
View ArticleIce Cubes
Who would’ve thought your ice cubes will be in demand this summer for more than just your summer sweet tea or sangria! That’s right, you can clean with ice cubes. How cool is that! . . . No pun...
View ArticleCleaning Dirty Pots & Pans
You just made a super delicious meal for your family. Now what? Well, now it’s time to clean. Unfortunately, the sautéed chicken you made is coating the base of your fabulous stir fry pan. Here’s how...
View ArticleKitchen Pantry Cupboards
There are a dozen ways to keep your pantry or kitchen cupboards organized. Once The Beau and I officially move into our new home, you can expect a thorough breakdown of how I prefer to keep our main...
View ArticlePop-Up Cleaning Wipes
This might be the easiest Quick Tip I have! One rule I always abide by is keeping a small canister of pop-up cleaning wipes handy. I generally have one small box under the kitchen sink, another hidden...
View ArticleCleaning with Table Salt
These days it’s all about the sea salt and the kosher salt. When it comes to our health, sea salt is much superior to regular ol’ table salt and the taste preference of kosher lends itself as the...
View ArticleCleaning Cast-Iron Skillets
Probably the easiest cooking chore you’ll ever come across is cleaning cast-iron skillets. The secret is to clean it correctly! Personally I recommend going with a Lodge Logic cast-iron skillet....
View ArticleCleaning Water Bottles
It’s super important to stay hydrated this season. Whether you’re a marathoner in training, or simply spending your summer days relaxing on the beach, it’s important to get enough water and that means...
View ArticleHand Towels as Towel Racks
Today’s quick tip may seem like the simplest and most obvious cleaning tip, but I cannot stress how much it helps me out. Given that I have a love of linens and textiles, it’s easy to assume that I...
View ArticleOrganize Kitchen Cupboards
This past weekend I finally finished unpacking our new home and just in time for The Beau’s parents to visit from California! This was the first time they were in town since our wedding in February....
View ArticleUse Ammonia to Clean Gas Stove Grates
The other day one of my most favorite friends, Ashleigh, gave me the ingenious idea to use ammonia to clean gas stove grates. I just love a gas stove, but I don’t love the cleanup. As you’ve witnessed...
View ArticleKeeping Kitchen Linens Organized
You’re in the kitchen, bustling and hustling to get dinner made. You’re scrambling for napkins, pot holders, towels and what do you find in your kitchen linen drawer? A big ‘ol mess! Well, now it’s...
View ArticleOrganize Under the Kitchen Sink
In Monday’s blog post, on my Cleaning Chore Chart, I recommended cleaning up underneath the kitchen sink at least once every couple of weeks. It’s so easy for this area to become cluttered with...
View ArticleHow To Clean French Press Coffee Makers
Though this may be more of a cleaning topic and less so related to “organizing,” I want to use today’s Focus Area topic to talk about coffee pots, specifically how to clean French Press coffee makers....
View ArticleTips for cleaning tarnished copper pots
Dear C&P: I love your tips on cleaning pots and pans, especially cast-iron skillets. Unfortunately, most of my pans are copper or have a copper bottoms. They are all tarnished and look so old and...
View ArticleCleaning Hardwood Floors
Today’s “Quick Tip” topic is quick in that it won’t take me long to explain my favorite process for cleaning hardwood floors. The downside? Truly cleaning your floors is rarely quick. Step 1: Sweep...
View ArticleOrganize the Refrigerator
Hosting Thanksgiving dinner, I discovered, is like inviting chaos into your refrigerator. At the end of the day, The Beau and I ended up with an entire fridge full of leftovers. The only problem is...
View ArticleCleaning and Caring for Crystal
Cleaning and caring for crystal is far easier than one might think. There are four key tips to remember and one very important material to keep handy. And, believe it or not, this one material makes...
View ArticleCleaning with Toothpaste
Running low on cleaning supplies this month? Not a problem if you have a tube of toothpaste handy. Checkout some fantastic tricks and tips for cleaning with toothpaste, and other random ideas. For...
View ArticleMy Favorite Cleaning Products
I am often asked by friends, family, and colleagues what products I use to clean my home. Today I thought I would share my favorites, including products I use daily and those I reserve for my super...
View ArticleCleaning Uses for Hair Dryers
Today’s post focuses on cleaning uses for hair dryers. Translation: a hair dyer can be used for dozens of tasks that don’t involve drying your hair (i.e. now your spouse can’t complain about your need...
View Article9 Junk Drawer Organizing Favorites
It’s officially spring! If you live on the East Coast or have also had a treacherous winter, then you understand my additional excitement about this week in that it finally feels like spring. Before I...
View Article11 New Cleaning Uses for Lemons
I love lemons. They’re great in lemonade, delicious in cakes and cookies, and even great for cleaning! These new cleaning uses for lemons will prevent you for ever wasting another lemon. The...
View Article6 Ways to Clean with Alka Seltzer
Alka Seltzer is more than just a little plop plop and some fizz fizz. It’s also a great little cleaning aid. It’s fantastic for breaking down built up grime and reaching those small little areas that...
View Article4 Ideas for Removing Unpleasant Home Smells
The Beau loves fish, turkey bacon and cheese omelets covered in hot sauce. While all of these treats are quite delicious, they often leave my home smelling for hours, sometimes days. Thankfully, the...
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