Thrifty Mommy

March 20th, 2007

How To Clean Your PC

Did you know?
At this very moment, dust bunnies may have your PC in a death grip. Germs are certainly gathering atop your mouse and keyboard, ready to assault your immune system. And your screen … well, chances are it has become smudge central.
Disgusting, huh?  Thankfully, CNET has some tips on cleaning your computer.  Some things […]

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February 28th, 2007

Quick Cleaning Tips

What do you do when someone calls and says they’re coming over in 30 minutes?  I’m sure this has happened to all of us at one time or another.  Sometimes it seems as though guests come over on a day where the kids have run wild and everything is a mess.  Here are some quick tips to get […]

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January 22nd, 2007

The Amazing Mr. Clean Magic Eraser

Some friends of ours recently gave us a Little Tikes workbench.  It was dirty and had a lot of crayon markings on it.  I’m not complaining.  It’s a nice toy.  It just needed some cleaning.  I tried baking soda and water, but it just wouldn’t get the crayon completely off.  It did lighten it some, […]

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January 21st, 2007

Tips From The Cleaning Queen

Author Emilie Barnes admits to being a born organizer. She and her husband, Bob, are the founders of More Hours in My Day time-management seminars.  Emilie has recently published her 70th book,  500 Time-Saving Hints for Every Woman.  Here are some things that she shares:
1.  The 80/20 Rule - Use this rule when determining priorities.  There […]

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January 8th, 2007

My Thrifty New Eureka Boss Smart Vac Ultra 4870

My husband has been complaining about our very expensive canister vacuum since we got it about 6 years ago (FYI - we bought it used).  I liked the vacuum cleaner because it was good on carpet and hardwood floors.  This past year my husband has been talking to me about getting a Dyson vacuum cleaner.  […]

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January 7th, 2007

Weekly Cleaning List

Well, it’s a new week.  Don’t forget to make this week’s cleaning list, to help you stay focused.

Seriously, I don’t think you should spend all week at the computer or cleaning the computer.  Hope this made you laugh.  Thanks to my MIL for emailing these pics to me.
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January 5th, 2007

25 Ways to Clean With Vinegar

This post is for my mom.  She wanted me to write one about the many uses of vinegar. 
It definitely pays to have some vinegar around the house.  I need to go to the store to stock up on vinegar and baking soda.  I’ve had a mustard stain that won’t come out of my daughter’s clothes.  I […]

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December 28th, 2006

Ten Ways to Clean With Baking Soda

Baking soda is an inexpensive cleaning tool.  It is safe to use and gentle on your skin.  This is important for me, since I have terrible eczema.  Looks like I need to go purchase a large box of this amazing product.  I am excited that there is a cleaner out there that won’t irritate my skin and cause pain.  I […]

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November 8th, 2006

More Frugal Cleaning Tips For You

I was visiting “The Porch Light” again today and found more frugal cleaning tips for you.  Don’t forget to check out the other ones I got from Revka last week.
 
To remove crayon scribbles spray with WD-40 and wipe off with a cloth.
Note:  This tip is only for regular crayons and does not work for those […]

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November 1st, 2006

Frugal Cleaning Tips

Today I was visiting “The Porch Light”, a blog written Revka.  As a stay-at-home mom of 3 children, Revka is also on the look out for thrifty ideas.  This week she posted some recipes for helping us with our cleaning.
 
Basic Wood cleaner & polish
1/8 cup oil (either linseed, olive or vegetable)
1/8 cup vinegar
1/4 cup lemon juice
Laundry Detergent […]

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