Cupboards are one of the most used features of a home. All the cooking and splattering that goes on in the kitchen means that over time, they need a good cleaning. You may not even be aware of how dirty they are until you start cleaning. Steps to clean your kitchen cupboards Remove contents to wipe shelves and drawers completely down, removing crumbs, dust, and anything else. Before putting things back, go through contents one by one to reduce. You'll be surprised at how many things you … [Read more...]
A Little Cleaning Inspires More
Often times when we clean for a client, we hear they got inspired to continue cleaning more rooms, drawers, and areas long after we leave. This makes us smile, and them too! The other day, I heard from a client who was excited to come home to a clean kitchen. "Thank you so much for the work you did to our kitchen yesterday. I came home a half-hour early from work, because I told my husband he is not allowed to use the kitchen until after the birthday party. I had such a an enjoyable time making … [Read more...]
Another Happy Cleaning Customer
Dear TidyTightwads: "Walking into my home last night was a slice of heaven.... to walk in the door and see so much had been done while I was gone was simply wonderful. Everything looks great. I don't see one thing that was missed. You and your team do great work. I'd love to get on your schedule." Thanks again! S.S. … [Read more...]
April Fool’s Day…..trick your family!
Make some colorful cupcakes and fool your family on April Fool's Day! Meat Loaf: 1 lb. ground beef 1/2 c. seasoned bread crumbs 1 c. grated cheese 3 T. ketchup 1 egg 1/2 tsp. celery salt 1/4 tsp. pepper Potato Frosting: 3 c. mashed potatoes food coloring There's no sugar in these cupcakes! Heat the oven to 375. Line 12 muffin cups. In a large bowl mix together all the meatloaf ingredients. Divide the mixture evenly among the lined cups. Place the … [Read more...]
Words of Wisdom….
Problems are only opportunities in work clothes~Henry J. Kaiser … [Read more...]
Take 5 minutes…
Refresh your indoor plants after a long winter of harsh, heated air. Place the pot in the shower,tub, or outside in the rain to remove any dust. Follow with some new soil and a little fertilizer and you'll have happier houseplants. photo credit: TinyTall … [Read more...]
Are dishwashers green?
Probably the most efficient way to wash dishes, hands down, is the bucket method. (one sink of warm, soapy water, one sink of clean, water) with very few dishes! But if you're like most families the dishwasher is the way to go. Cut down on your dishwasher energy by doing the following: Only run the dishwasher when it's fully loaded. Place cups between prongs, not on top of them. Set the dishwasher to the "light" wash cycle. Load it the smart way by placing the soiled side of the … [Read more...]
Crockpot Banana Bread….
As requested... 1 3/4 c. all purpose flour 2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. baking soda 1/3 c. butter/margarine 2/3 c. sugar 2 eggs, beaten 2 T. dark corn syrup 3 ripe bananas Grease and flour a 4.5 qt. crockpot or put in a liner. Mix flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda together in a small bowl and set aside. Cream butter with an electric mixer until fluffy. Slowly add sugar, eggs, corn syrup and mashed bananas. Beat until smooth. Gradually add … [Read more...]
Do you have a donate bag?
If not, create one and have it in a central location. Add to it as you come across things that you don't need or can't use anymore. Your trash may be someone else's treasure. Find 10 items today and put them into your donate bag. … [Read more...]
Ready to organize?
Containerizing your stuff is great, but buying all those bins and boxes can get expensive! Wicker baskets can be an affordable option and are available in all different sizes. photo credit: fred_v … [Read more...]