Whether you are planning a garage sale or love to visit garage sales in search of a good bargain, you'll want to stay top of your game so you don't get overwhelmed with clutter. Planning a Garage Sale Planning a garage sale can be overwhelming, as well as eye opening to just how much stuff we accumulate. The best thing to come out of garage sales, other than decreasing the clutter in your home, is the unarguable proof that we spend too much money on stuff we don't want or use. Garage sales are … [Read more...]
End of the School Year Clutter
With the end of the school year fast approaching, teachers and students will be preparing the classroom for the summer break. This means kids are asked to clean out their lockers and desks, take home extra supplies and artwork, and other miscellaneous items that have accumulated over the past nine months. Cleaning the school is great! Decluttering the classroom is essential! Filling your home with junk is a nightmare! Hauling home bags and backpacks filled with papers, tablets, … [Read more...]
Homemade Weed Killer Recipe
Are you fighting weeds in your landscaping, around the house or yard, or along your lake shoreline? It may be tempting to use a harsh chemical, but why not try something that is cheaper and safer for kids, pets, and the environment? We have had good luck with this homemade weed killer recipe. Give it a try! Homemade Weed Killer Recipe 1 gallon vinegar 1 c salt 1 T dish soap Mix together and spray on weeds. … [Read more...]
Spring Maintenance Checklist for your Home and Yard
Wash throw rugs Replace furnace/air conditioning air filter Schedule lawn maintenance such as mowing service or fertilizing Schedule air conditioner check-up Consult pest control, as certain pests require spraying in a specific season Check foundation, walls, masonry, roof, gutters, windows, etc for cracks or winter damage Change oil in the lawn mower and sharpen blades Change oil in snow blower for storage Change batteries in smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, … [Read more...]
Annual Rug-A-Thon Date Set!
We are excited to share the details for our annual Rug-A-Thon! Saturday, May 4th, drop off your area rugs as close to 9am as you can at our shop location of 409 California Street, Hutchinson, MN. No appointments necessary. We'll clean them for $20 per rug and have them ready to pick up by 11:30am. This is a fast, simple, and super-affordable way to professionally clean your area rugs. **No wool rugs. … [Read more...]
EVENT: Refill Your Cup
Are you a Caregiver to a loved one? If so, this event is just for you! Thursday, May 2, 2019 from 8:30-3pm Vinje Church, Willmar, MN This event is a day of pampering, education, support, and fellowship with other people who care for family members. Cindy of TidyTightwads will be a speaker at this event. It's free to attend, but pre-registration is required. To RSVP, call 320-221-3747 by Friday, April 26th. When RSVP'ing, please indicate if you will need complimentary Respite Care (from … [Read more...]
Mother’s Day is a Special Time
It's important to pause from our busy lives and honor the mothers in our lives. Mother's Day activities no matter how big or small create memories that last the whole year. Here are some ideas for doing something nice for mom that doesn't include buying nick-knacks and clutter. Gift Certificate If you’re not sure what to get mom, a Tidy Tightwads gift certificate for cleaning is a wonderful gift. When you give the gift of cleaning, you give the gift of time and relaxation to mom. We know … [Read more...]
Time to Get the Carpets Cleaned
Have your carpets had a tough winter? Maybe they're looking a little grungy. Maybe they look pretty good, but you know it's been a while since they've been cleaned. Good News! The weather is warm which means we can use our equipment and delight customers with fresh, clean carpets. Carpet Tip! If you want your carpets cleaned, but not yet, there's still one thing to do. Call to let us know so we can get you on our calendar and stop by as soon as possible to do our estimate and see what you … [Read more...]
Natural Pest Remedies: Getting Rid of Pests around the House
If you're not thrilled with using chemicals and buying a ton of products to combat bugs around your house and yard, you can try a few of these natural pest remedies that many have claimed do the trick. Natural pest remedies Ants: Try baking soda or cinnamon at points of entry. Slugs: Use sawdust on the ground where you notice slugs Fruit Flies: Mix basil leaves in with your fruit bowl on the counter Moths: Try cedar chips or lavender oil to repel moths Japanese Beatles: Plant some … [Read more...]
What I Learned from Being More Immobile Than I’m Used to
A couple months ago I had a bone spur removed from the top of my left foot and a screw placed to fuse the joint together. I was required to be non-weight bearing for eight weeks, forcing me to get around using only a scooter or crutches. Combine that situation with the snow, ice, and storms we've had this winter, and it left me less than mobile and completely dependent upon others to leave the house. Sometimes you have to ask for a little help Going places involved needing help getting into my … [Read more...]
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