Saturday, February 2, 2013

Tip of the Day #201: Organizing your Clothes

When it comes to clothes hanging in your closet, turn all the hangers backwards--once you wear a piece of clothing and return it to its place, hang it back up with the hanger facing forward. At the end of the year (or after 6 months), toss any items that are still on the backward hangers--you probably won't miss it if you haven't worn it that entire time.

Friday, February 1, 2013

DETOX--Green Smoothie Recipe

I have recently began whipping up this little concoction after hearing how 'Green Smoothies' are all the rage these days! I had no expectation, because the thought of 'spinach' going into my drink  really didn't seem all that appetizing!
Now, I can tell you I am ADDICTED! Not only IS the entire smoothie delicious, but it is jam-packed with healthy ingredients and you are sure to see the pounds dropping if you stick to it!

Here is the recipe:

2 handfuls of baby spinach
5 strawberries
1 banana
1/2 peeled orange
1 apple (optional)
1 cup of yogurt (any flavour)

Blend and Enjoy! :)

Tip of the Day #200: De-yellowing Formula

De-yellowing Formula for White Appliances

1/2 cup bleach
4 cups warm water
1/4 cup baking soda
Blend, wash appliance with mixture, allow it to set for 8-10 minutes. Rinse well & Dry with clean cloth.

Tip of the Day #199: Nylon Stocking Strengthener

2 cups salt
1 gallon warm water

Soak nylons overnight in the above mix. Rinse in cool water and hang to dry.

Tip of the Day #198: Porcelain Sink Stain Remover

1 teaspoon Dawn dishwashing detergent
1/2 cup liquid chlorine bleach (or 1 cup  ammonia)
1/2 cup white vinegar

Close drain and run several inches of warm water into sink. Add above ingredients. Let stand in sink overnight. Rinse out sink with hot water.

Tip of the Day #197: Road Salt Cleaner

Removal from Car Exterior:

1 cup baking soda
2 cups warm water

Combine and use a soft brush to remove the road salt from your vehicle.

Tip of the Day #196: Squirrel Repellent

1 capful Murphy's Oil Soap
1 Tbsp hot sauce
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Combine items in a 22 oz spray bottle, then fill with water. Shake to combine well.Spray wherever squirrels are not wanted.