Simple Green Simply Greenwashing Consumers for Decades
How safe are household cleaners? One of the first “green” cleaning products I ever used was Simple Green. I would clean carpets, cars, bathtubs, floors, etc. with this green liquid. I even converted my mother to a Simple Green user. As I became “greener”, I switched to homemade cleaning products [more...]
Date: 2008-12-05 04:20:58
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Carnivals, Festivals and Linklove
Paid Twice accepts that certain things have a sunk cost and just lets go of them. Wisebread asks if you’re an expert ... According to Mommy includes homemade cleaning products. We Take it Easy are a frugal Spanish ... for getting out of debt for those who spend more than they earn. Green Panda Treehouse is facing a car [more...]
Date: 2008-10-19 10:00:32
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
In the cleaning mood???
It seems like a lot of us are in the cleaning mood lately!! I just read over at Heather's blog, A Place of Quiet Rest, some wonderful recipes for homemade cleaning products!! So if you are in need of cleaning supplies, head on over there, make the cleaner [more...]
Date: 2009-01-13 14:59:00
Getting back to basics
Make Your Own Cleaning Products Written by Jennifer Lance Published on June 21st, ... cleaning solution with vinegar and water. This homemade window solution is very effective ... of window cleaning. You will find many other uses for vinegar beyond cooking , such as killing weeds [more...]
Date: 2008-11-21 20:02:09
Links to make it yourself products.......
Homemade shaving cream......... http://badhuman.wordpress.com/2008/02/19/homemade-shaving-cream-yeahthats-right/ kid safe cleaning products..http://thereformedpirate.blogspot.com/2009/01/good [more...]
Date: 2009-01-11 22:50:00
Homemade Cleaners
Instead of buying cleaning products at the grocery store, why not make your own. [more...]
Date: 2008-10-08 16:51:40
Chemistry and I Don't Mix
In my effort to save money and get my house in order, I've been visiting websites which deal with frugality and organization ... then groceries, paper products, and cleaning supplies. More useful things like...shoes, lattes ... . Or the lattes.And the...never mind.Where was I? Oh, yeah. Homemade laundry soap. Here's the thing [more...]
Date: 2009-01-12 01:20:00
Year 2, Week 19 Results: 1.5 oz of plastic waste. No more cat food cans!
Oh joy! I made up a batch of homemade cat food for Soots and Arya yesterday, and they love it. Now I'm their favorite human, not Michael ... from a can of Tile & Grout Magic. I have pretty much switched to all-natural cleaning products: vinegar, baking soda, etc. And I've given away a lot of my old cleaning supplies on Freecycle [more...]
Date: 2008-10-27 19:47:04
Be Sure You Can See Clearly When You Cook
I have a funny story that just happened this past week. My mother made me some homemade chicken soup after I had surgery. arboriorice ... it was rice by the taste and the texture of the grain. That night, I was cleaning up a few things ... case. Not only that, Women’s World recommends it in the “Products We Love” section. (I’ve had my lens [more...]
Date: 2009-01-08 04:50:55
The Standard
Last week I saw Cody Utzman back at Brooklyn Label. Which actually explains why it was a mob scene for brunch. And he's still got Papacito's popping ... cotton, or natural cleaning products--in fact, you'll find all of them prominently displayed ... , fresh food, and shelves filled with local products, it's hard to know where to start. Not to mention [more...]
Date: 2009-01-13 02:01:00
Doing: ...Posting at the Simple Green Frugal Co-Op on growing sprouts. Check it out! Making: ...Mrs Burt's tomato sauce recipe ... to remove the seeds. My grandmother never did and neither did my Mum so it's doesn't look homemade ... I was thinking I was getting rid of the petrochemical products from my home, all the while stocking [more...]
Date: 2009-01-08 01:42:15
5 (Free!) Ways To Start Your New Year Off Healthy
No, Protein Enhanced (look closely!!) Salad is not on my list.A few days ago I was lounging around in my pajamas ( ... are going to stitch for me after they finish cleaning my kitchen.Just like their idea of loungewear ... will it lower your blood pressure? Lip butter is a bonus for dry skin but unless you have psoriasis [more...]
Date: 2008-12-29 03:05:00
Another Look at Some Green Homemade Products
When it comes to Going Green, there are a lot of things to consider. Where do I start? What products should I buy? What can I do in my own home? ... from the refrigerator and drains. A little baking soda added to some hot water will also get rid of carpet stains ... . Baking soda can be used for a wide variety of purposes, such as carpet cleaners, laundry [more...]
Date: 2009-01-10 05:05:02
From Poor to Rich to Poor
My parents' generation grew up in scarcity. They had virtually nothing. During the Great Depression all they did was conserve ( ... , etc.), passing afternoons lying on the grass in the garden in homemade clothes. They looked raggedy ... ? How do we get back to being a nation whose workers actually manufacture products and produce goods [more...]
Date: 2009-01-08 22:20:00
Lifestyle Changes are hard!
Well, we have been having a busy week around here. Not only on jumping back into our school routine, but also with adjusting to Nates new diet ... some research on various homemade spaghetti sauce recipes and apple sauce. He loves both but store bought seem to have corn syup or soy products in them. I have also made about 3 different types [more...]
Date: 2009-01-10 15:42:00
Simple tips for eating well on a slim budget
Economic times like these demand that we cut back wherever possible. One of the easiest places to save money will be at the supermarket ... Monday morning. He would cut all the coupons out for products he carried in the store and then he would file them according to category…Cleaning products, grocery…frozen foods etc.. Well every grocery [more...]
Date: 2009-01-15 17:36:12
Supermom Series: THE ECO MOM
I have really been wanting to feature other Moms' tips and ideas for keeping their lives in order and their homes clean ... cleaners, I replaced them with homemade or purchased natural alternatives. This took an entire year ... - so I decided to try an alternative.I found an all-natural recipe for a vinegar based cleaner [more...]
Date: 2009-01-12 23:13:00
Easy Steps to Tackle Girls Acne At Puberty
by Zul Rahman Puberty is a difficult times for most teenagers. Girls for example going through a lot of physical changes to their body ... . Be gentle when cleaning your face. Do not scrub your face excessively and washing face twice a day ... . If you are into cosmetics, use only cosmetics products that contain non-comedogenic ingredients. Non [more...]
Date: 2009-01-16 10:33:56
Simple Solutions To Girls Acne Problem
by Zul Rahman Puberty is a difficult times for most teenagers. Girls for example going through a lot of physical changes to their body ... a gentle skin care cleanser that is accommodating for all skin types. Be gentle when cleaning ... . If you are into cosmetics, use only cosmetics products that contain non-comedogenic ingredients. Non -comedogenic p [more...]
Date: 2008-12-07 09:42:21
Tuna In Dough - Yummy
This delicious (pesco) vegetarian meal may look complicated to prepare, but trust me - it isn’t - actually trust my hubby - it isn’t ... products, such as cheese, milk, eggs… Please do not confuse with vegan - vegans are people who do not eat either fish nor animal products. Besides this recipe is not about promoting vegetarianism [more...]
Date: 2009-01-08 02:35:04
Choosing natural cleaning products for your home
The supermarket shelves are lined with bottles and jugs of cleaners for the home. “Lemony fresh!” with “scrubbing bubbles!” the labels shout ... in household cleaning. Ammonia Many name brand cleaners contain some amount of ammonia, and ammonia ... for cleaning greasy spills on countertops and stove tops. It can also be used to remove grease stains [more...]
Date: 2009-01-08 16:36:57
One Hour a Day
Not directly connected to this being a new year and Resolutions, I have decided to try a new strategy regarding house cleaning ... cleaning per day, seven days a week to try to keep the house clean. There is no set schedule of what room ... . It was exhausting. Then after Christmas I was sick and rested and did no house cleaning. That meant [more...]
Date: 2009-01-12 11:00:00
Choices, Choices, Always Choices!
Picture from http://www.wpclipart.com/I am one who doesn't like to use chemicals in or out of the house to clean, so, ... at a time. Gently rub polish mix over wood surfaces to give a clean non-toxic shine that smells ... I use all natural cleaning porducts. Needless to say, since switching over (its been about a year [more...]
Date: 2009-01-15 22:15:00
FDA Sets Melamine Safety Standard for Baby Formula
The problem of melamine-laced infant formula first surfaced in China in September when it was reported that 54,000 babies were sickened and several died. On October 3, FDA officials insisted: "FDA is currently unable to establish any level of melamine and melamine-related compounds in infant formula that does not raise public health concerns [more...]
Date: 2008-12-06 20:06:00
Top Money Saving Tips For Moms
Top Money Saving Tips For Moms By Lauren Thompson | December 18, 2008 by Ada Denis No matter what your current economic situation, ... products out of the landfills. Careful coupon use Coupons can be an effective way to save money ... or discount codes on various products before buying. You would be amazed at the results search engines [more...]
Date: 2008-12-18 15:37:18
Autism Could be Linked to Environment?
Autism is a mysterious disease that has dramatically increased in recent years and only speculations as to why ... in our household cleaning products that could also be contributing. Regardless of the fact that little research ... Chemicals in household products The exact results of the study were that less than half of the increase [more...]
Date: 2009-01-08 02:34:02
Should you go to work when you are sick?
by Doris Helge, Ph.D., “Joy on the Job Coach” If you’re contagious, how will it serve anyone for you to share your illness? ... in bed. There are many non-toxic cleaning chemicals available now that will keep Mother Earth happy. If you don’t have a health food store near you that carries non-toxic cleaning supplies [more...]
Date: 2009-01-15 15:37:18
Top Money Saving Tips For Moms
by Ada Denis No matter what your current economic situation, it’s important to know how to save money ... s no better price than free! This is another way to keep good products out of the landfills. Careful ... coupons and coupon codes online. Search for coupons or discount codes on various products before [more...]
Date: 2008-12-19 10:47:53
Top Money Saving Tips For Moms
by Ada Denis No matter what your current economic situation, it’s important to know how to save money ... s no better price than free! This is another way to keep good products out of the landfills. Careful ... coupons and coupon codes online. Search for coupons or discount codes on various products before [more...]
Date: 2008-12-20 08:11:36
Do Acne Blackheads Natural Treatments Work?
acne can be very stressful; our skin can say so much about us they do not see our best that can affect many areas of our lives ... . The same process can be used with garlic juice, mint juice, and many other natural products. A simple ... to the doctor; landlords acne treatment which requires only natural ingredients that often can be found [more...]
Date: 2009-01-15 06:03:46
Portland Eco Adventure
It was another freezing day today in Baltimore. And if you're in the Midwest, I really feel for you! Even those folks out in the Northwest are dealing with frigid snow storms that aren't typical for those regions. I bet our friends in Portland are dreaming of summertime right now [more...]
Date: 2008-12-24 17:56:44
The Air in Our House Makes Us Sick
Yesterday I had the honor of speaking for the National Realtors Association's Chicago Office. A lively group there is initiating its in office green initiatives and had me speak for their " green lunch and learn" on the issue of indoor air quality. There are many substances around us which can affect a person's behavior and ability to focus [more...]
Date: 2008-10-10 16:12:29
Saturday Spotlight: Merry SITSmas
Bissell Vacuum, right? We all need a little SITStaly love today. Go comment on the two people above you in roll call. Just give them a quick cyber hug. We have some preliminary details about our Merry SITSmas celebration!!! Oh, this is some exciting stuff packed full of prizes just like Santa's sleigh [more...]
Date: 2008-11-15 06:34:41
Staying Healthy During Pregnancy
Now that you're pregnant, taking care of yourself has never been more important. Of course, you'll probably get advice from everyone - your doctor, family members, friends, co-workers, and even complete strangers - about what you should and shouldn't be doing [more...]
Date: 2009-01-09 06:41:00
Three Easy Pet Tips to Help Out on the Home Front
By Myscha Theriault Trying to successfully include the pups in your holiday festivities? Finding the logistics are a bit more than you planned for? ... Here are three simple tips to help you deal. The Kong Hack. Slobber Kong by OakleyOriginals ... the correct type of brushes on hand for various cleaning jobs. My favorite one for the kong? An old [more...]
Date: 2008-12-23 17:43:23
Curbly Recession Busters: Cleaning Your House on the Cheap!
The wisenheimers among us might say the best way to save money on cleaning supplies is not to clean. That, however, is not an option. You can be broke and clean. (Just ask any depression-era housekeeper.) In an effort to embrace ... Swiffer Dusters too! Using newspapers to clean mirrors and windows is an old money-saving idea [more...]
Date: 2008-10-28 14:31:22
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
Save green by being green
photo by janey henning Being frugal is eco-friendly. Some people don’t realize how frugality and green living go hand in hand ... -powered ones. HOMEKEEPING: Use natural, homemade cleaners, microfiber cloths or reusable cloth materials for surface cleaning and cloth napkins instead of paper; line-dry clothing; and turn off heat [more...]
Date: 2009-01-03 05:43:13
Spring cleaning?
Maybe if I were SuperWoman, I would be starting my spring cleaning, but, I'm not! ... to make some more of our regular cleaners for everyday use. I have a nice big basket that I lined ... !)Heather's Carpet Fresh2 cups baking soda1 cup corn starch6 drops essential oil - I like lemongrass [more...]
Date: 2009-01-09 19:00:00
Festival of Frugality #132 - "Frugal is, as Frugal does" edition.
Hello, and welcome to this week's Festival of Frugality! It's a bit scary hosting one of these things all by myself for the first time, so I brought along a good friend of mine today - Mr. Frugal Gump. I hope you don't mind ;) As many of you know, Frugal has led a very financially rewarding life, [more...]
Date: 2008-07-01 10:32:00
7 low-cost and quick meals
Photo by: Zesmerelda Each Monday here on Gather Little by Little I write about topics and techniques for saving money. This article is part of that ongoing series called Money Saving Monday Tips. With 6 children in our house, it seems like we’re always on the run [more...]
Date: 2008-07-14 09:00:02
my menu and binder
monday - tacostuesday - turkey and noodleswednesday - bbq turkey burgersthursday - seasoned hamburger patties with veggiesfriday - turkey and bean ... at walmart. i am also using coupons for campbells creamed soups. remember when all the bloggers ... for cleaning each room of your house. i find these lists and plans help the kids especially [more...]
Date: 2009-01-12 18:13:00
Young Ladies With Acne at Puberty
Young Ladies With Acne at Puberty Posted By Zul Rahman on @ 7:28 pm by Zul Rahman Puberty is a difficult times for most teenagers ... the counter skin care cleanser. Use only a mild and gentle skin care cleanser. When cleaning your face ... . If you are into cosmetics, use only cosmetics products that contain non-comedogenic ingredients. Non [more...]
Date: 2008-12-06 19:28:02
Scrap yourself a Mini Kitchen Guide!
Hello everyone! I’m back with another digital scrapbooking project idea for the kitchen, a mini kitchen guide that you can make with digital scrapbooking products quickly and easily! But first some background… One day I was (yet again) going through every one of my cookbooks in search [more...]
Date: 2008-10-06 14:26:15
Acne Home Remedies - Free Acne Treatments
A right acne treatment can begin from your kitchen. There are several vegetables and fruits which can be used to cure acne ... in the acne treatment. Cleaning the skin with lemon is an effective acne treatment. Lemon is used for several ... . Applying garlic on the spots is another effective homemade acne treatment. Mint juice also can remove [more...]
Date: 2009-01-12 16:39:00
Easy Steps to Tackle Girls Acne At Puberty
By Zul RahmanPuberty is a challenging times for the teenagers ... when cleaning your face. Do not scrub your face excessively and washing face twice a day should be the norm ... . If you are into cosmetics, use only cosmetics products that contain non-comedogenic ingredients. Non -comedogenic [more...]
Date: 2009-01-15 09:07:00
Frugal house cleaning
This article is part of an ongoing series called Money Saving Monday. Each Monday, I share tips and techniques you can use to start saving money ... . Be careful though, it will whiten any fabric including carpet. I personally hate the smell [more...]
Date: 2008-09-06 15:04:04
Common Book Problems - And How to Solve Them!
How can I remove the musty smell from old books? While you can probably not completely remove the smell, there are ways to minimize it ... freeze drying is carried out by a commercial service such as AFD. If the pages are only partially ... . Rain came in the window and my book was soaked [more...]
Date: 2009-01-15 01:01:40
