This is a challenge you can do by yourself, or include each family member. Here is the declutter challenge in five easy steps. Find a box, laundry basket, or bag (one for each person participating) Set a timer for 15 minutes (you can adjust to the amount of time you'd like to do the challenge, but 15 minutes works great. Go around home adding items you no longer use or love, adding them to the basket until the timer goes off. Take the donations immediately out to your vehicle. … [Read more...]
All the “Kids at Home” Activities in ONE PLACE
It's fantastic to see so many places offering unique services for free (or a small fee) to educate and entertain kids while they are home for a while. However, there are so many that we thought we'd compile all the ones we've seen into one place. We will continue to add to this list, so check back often. Also, feel free to email us or message our page on Facebook with any you find to add to this list. Cincinnati Zoo is going live on Facebook every day at 3pm with a different activity that … [Read more...]
Homemade Sanitizing Wipes and Hand Wipes
You can make your own homemade sanitizing wipes and hand wipes with a few simple ingredients. Depending on what you want to use the hand wipes for, you can tailor them for your own needs. If you're looking to make a cleaning wipe you can add things like a little Lysol spray cleaner or hydrogen peroxide to a pack of baby wipes. Wipe down door handles, light switches, and surfaces. Hydrogen peroxide or rubbing alcohol with a couple drops of antibacterial hand soap will make a hand … [Read more...]
Homemade Hand Sanitizer
I made some homemade hand sanitizer, and I'm happy to share the recipe with you. Don't throw out your empty bottles! Make more than one and keep one in the car, one in your purse, on your desk, etc. Try it yourself: 1 c. aloe vera 1 tsp. rubbing alcohol 2 tsp. glycerin 6 drops tea tree oil 4 drops lavender essential oil Mix together and add to squeeze bottle. No need to use water when sanitizing hands with this solution. … [Read more...]
20 Easily Overlooked Items to Remember to Clean
Everyone has cleaning and germ sanitation on their minds. Cleaning is never a bad thing, so go ahead and embrace it. Here is a list of a few items you may want to disinfect while you're at it: Your credit or debit cards Your set of house/car keys Your steering wheel Vehicle door handles inside and out TV remote control Computer mouse and keyboard Your phone and mobile devices Coat zipper Coins Eyeglasses Handles and door knobs Scissors & staplers … [Read more...]
TidyTightwads Policy with COVID-19
With the recent coronavirus disease (COVID-19) we want to let our clients know we’re making some changes to our operations so that we do our part to keep our clients and staff as safe and healthy as possible. We ask that you remain as flexible as possible during this time and work with us to make accommodations around frequently changing schedules and closures. Communication is key. Please call us with any concerns, questions, options, so we can plan ahead whenever possible. It is our … [Read more...]
Sanitize your Pet Bowl
When is the last time you washed and dried your pets' food and water bowls? Just like human dishes, pet dishes grow bacteria that can make your pets sick. If you've ever noticed slime in the water bowl, that's bacteria that needs to be washed. To properly sanitize, you'll want to make sure you use hot water, soap, and completely dry (either by air or towel). You can use the dishwasher. A healthy pet is a happy one. Also, healthy pets save on vet bills. Happy cleaning! … [Read more...]
Show Your Appreciation
Showing your appreciation for others has never been more important. With the fast-paced society we live in with limited time, favors are incredibly meaningful. If you've been on the receiving end of a favor or act of kindness, you know how unexpected and inexplicably wonderful it feels. Whether you came home to find that someone shoveled your driveway or your friend called to say they could pick up the kids from school since he/she is there anyway, the feeling of appreciation is … [Read more...]
Want to have your home cleaned, but think you can’t afford it?
The cleaning product industry is a billion dollar industry that is ready and willing to take your money. Many homeowners buy the newest cleaning gadget or dozens of cleaning products all in the name of making house cleaning easier and more tolerable. The problem is the high expense associated with buying all this stuff. People who clean their own homes are likely trying to save money by avoiding a professional cleaning service. But are they really saving money? Cleaning your own home costs … [Read more...]
Spring Cleaning Is Around the Corner
Do you believe in the ground hog's predictions this year? Whether you have faith in his prediction abilities or not, Spring is right around the corner! Who else is ready to open windows and get the house spring cleaned? Spring cleaning can mean something different to everyone, but most people associate it with deep cleaning and hard work. However, once the job is complete, the rewards are well worth the effort. When deep cleaning, you’ll want to consider places that rarely get cleaned or … [Read more...]
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