Cleaning Articles

How To Remove Tough Grease Stains From Clothes

I work in food service so learning how to remove grease stains from clothes is a must. My working solution for grease stain removal is a soap-based paste.

DIY Citronella & Eucalyptus Bug Repelling Wax Melts

I love sitting outside, but I hate bugs! These DIY citronella and eucalyptus wax melts naturally repel bugs so I can get back to enjoying my evening.

Homemade Air Freshener for Bathrooms and More

This homemade air freshener is a simple, versatile spray you can use to remove odors from any area, not just bathrooms. Put in your purse for on the go use!

How to Clean your Front Load Washer Naturally

Learn how to clean front load washer naturally. Regular, simple cleaning improves performance and extends the life of your front loading washing machine!

Cabin In The Woods DIY Air Freshener Spray Recipe

This cabin in the woods DIY air freshener has a manly scent and can cover up masculine smells in my home. Use the recipe with your favorite essential oils.

Learn How To Make Your Own DIY Essential Oils

Making DIY essential oils is easier than you think. Yes, you could buy a copper still, but that is expensive, so we did it with a crockpot!

How to Clean Pillows and Mattresses Naturally

Learn how to clean pillows and how to clean a mattress to better protect your family from the dust mites, mold, and bacteria that build up in them over time.

9 Ways to Clear a Clogged Drain without Chemicals

Use these homemade natural drain cleaner ideas to get rid of that nasty clog in your drain. Trust me, you can do it without the chemicals and yes, it works!

How To Make DIY Gift Bags From Repurposed Fabric

Gift bags are expensive! So I learned how to make a DIY gift bag using some old fabric I had lying around the house. Follow along to learn to make your own.

Natural Alternatives to VOC Rich Cleaning Products

Overuse of everyday cleaning products can lead to VOC overexposure. Avoid this hazard by replacing common commercial products with natural DIY alternatives.

Guide for Choosing the Correct Oils For Soap Making

This is veteran soap maker Debra Maslowski’s “Oils for Soap Making guide”. It helps you decide which oils to use based on what properties you want your soap to have.

A Natural Air Freshening Simmer Pot Recipe

Simmer pots are an excellent natural air freshener! I use this simmer pot recipe in cooler weather to add freshness, humidity, and warmth to my home. Enjoy!

Homemade Goo Gone: A Natural Adhesive Remover

This adhesive remover recipe is a natural homemade goo gone that works without using all the harsh chemical additives. Use with confidence.

15 Creative and Effective Uses For Essential Oils

I’ve used essential oils in many common applications like soaps, scrubs, and lotions. This article features 15 creative, less common, ways to use essential oils around the house.

A Clove and Orange DIY All Purpose Cleaner for Fall

This simple autumn scented cleaner is perfect for cleaning any mess this fall or any time of year. We say autumn because it’s scented with orange and clove!

Make Your Own Natural Homemade Fabric Softener

This DIY fabric softener recipe is simple and makes for a great beginner DIY project. Whether you’re new to DIY, or a seasoned pro, you’ll love this recipe!

How to “Rebatch” A Previously Failed Batch of Soap

Rebatching soap is the simple process of fixing a failed batch. Anyone making a lot of natural homemade soap has a failed batch sooner or later. Now we can fix it!

How to Reduce Plastic Use: School Lunch Edition!

A green back to school lunch is all about eliminating plastics. To accomplish this, we need to be aware of how to reduce plastic use in our school lunches!