Whether you prefer an aloe vera/alcohol solution or want a DIY alcohol based hand sanitizer without aloe vera, you can whip up a batch in minutes. Are you freaking out over the virus coverage on the news? I'm not a doctor, chemist, or epidemiologist. I'm a nerdy wife and mom who researches everything to death when it feels like the world is spinning out of control. It calms … [Read more...]
Super Strong DIY All Purpose Cleaning Spray
This homemade cleaning solution not only works, it saves you money and reduces waste! Try this effective DIY all purpose cleaning spray on the dirtiest areas in your home! (Originally published in April 2016. Revised and updated 2/24/2020) Don't you just love it when you open the microwave door and get slapped with the realization that you live with heathens? I kid. … [Read more...]
DIY Granite Cleaner and DIY Sanitizing Spray
This DIY granite spray is our go to kitchen cleaning and DIY sanitizing spray. Read on to find out how I make it, why we changed to this DIY cleaner, and how we use it for way more than granite. We call it our "Disinfecting Spray!" The other day, I found myself searching this site to find my homemade cleaning recipe for DIY All-Purpose Kitchen Spray. Yes, I forgot what … [Read more...]
Easy Homemade DIY Carpet Deodorizer
I used to buy carpet deodorizer but it is such a silly expense to me. Most deodorizers and retail carpet freshening powder have baking soda as a main ingredient along with other chemicals. Though I am not a crunchy mom that is moving towards a greener household, I am doing my best to eliminate toxic chemicals from our home. The perfumes in fabric softeners and … [Read more...]
How to Make Biodegradable Wet Wipes for Camping
Looking for cost effective and biodegradable wet wipes for camping? This wet wipes tutorial is perfect for families who need far more wipes than comes in the little packages sold in stores. Did you know that just about any brand of paper towels could be made into biodegradable wet wipes for camping? Even the ultra thick Bounty, that I've used in past homemade wet … [Read more...]