Simply making your house your home
When shopping for regular household items and groceries there are a few important things to keep in mind: buy healthy food buy quality over quantity buy what you need, not what you want stay within your budget Here are some shopping guidelines I follow to help keep my spending… Read more“Household Shopping”
Cabbage adds a hearty flavour to a meal. It can be eaten raw in a coleslaw or cooked. I like to add it to my soups and sometimes I cook it in a casserole with some butter and salt and pepper for a side dish. And I enjoy growing it… Read more“Cabbage”
We have a steady supply of fresh tomatoes for a few weeks at the end of each summer, usually more than we can eat, so I freeze them as they ripen to use throughout the year. How to freeze tomatoes How to use frozen tomatoes I use the tomatoes throughout… Read more“Tomatoes – Storing”
My craft room closet has several shelves dedicated to yarn. And some of it has lost its label. When I’m working on a project that requires 100% wool, how can I know for sure I’m using is 100% wool? Watch this video for a tidbit of knowledge my clever knitting… Read more“100% Wool Bleach Test”
Make an annual photo album a special birthday or Christmas tradition for your child. It will become a treasure they cherish as they grow. Photo albums are becoming passé. When I went to the only major department store in town to buy a couple albums, I discovered they don’t carry… Read more“Annual Photo Albums”
Keeping the office clean and organized has its challenges. Having the right equipment and systems in place can help. Office essentials Organizing Cleaning Check out these tips on cleaning other rooms in your house: Bathroom cleaning Bedroom cleaning Kitchen cleaning and organizing Subscribe to Homemaking Jewels today.
Dusting is a simple household chore that cannot be left undone for too long. With the right techniques and tools it is done easily and efficiently. Fun (or maybe not so fun) facts about dust: Ways to reduce dust: Tools for dusting: Other helpful articles on cleaning: A clean house… Read more“Tips and Tricks for Dusting”
With a little bit of planning, the slow cooker can be your best friend in your kitchen. Knowing that supper will be ready after a busy day and coming home to the aroma of wholesome food cooking is a good thing. Benefits and Tips Some favorite slow cooker recipes: Chilli… Read more“Slow Cooker Helpful Hints”
Your laundry room may be a closet, a nook or an actual room. Regardless of its size, this list will help you keep it clean and organized. Washing machine Dryer Iron You may also enjoy these articles: Dry-cleaning de-mystified Fresh as a daisy laundry tips Subscribe to Homemaking Jewels today.
Buying spices in bulk saves you money, but refilling the spice jars can be a hassle and I have an easy solution. Here’s what you do: Check out these articles as well: Organizing your spices Taco seasoning Subscribe to Homemaking Jewels today.
