by MaryJane | Jul 17, 2014 | Freezing & Canning, Life & Home
When I was a child, we lived in a part of the country where blueberries flourished. (I’ve since learned that this is somewhat rare; you can’t find U-pick blueberry patches just anywhere, although I had no idea how lucky we were at the time.) We spent every summer...
by MaryJane | Jul 12, 2014 | Cleaning Tips, Life & Home
I’ve been experimenting with laundry detergent around here. The main reason we needed a laundry boost is the incredibly hard water in our new house. We don’t have a water softener, and we don’t plan to buy one. Unfortunately, laundry isn’t the only victim of the...
by MaryJane | Jun 5, 2014 | Laundry & Stain Removal, Life & Home
Note: I first published this post in 2014. As a homeschool mom, knowing stain-fighting tips like these is a lifesaver! Life hack 101! Normally, I’m fairly careful with pens and markers, mostly because I don’t like trying to get out ink stains. It probably has...
by MaryJane | May 28, 2014 | Laundry & Stain Removal, Life & Home
Note: I first published this post in 2014. Knowing how to remove stains is still an essential skill for every homeschool mom, especially if your kids like to immerse themselves in the great outdoors as part of your homeschool day! Life hack 101! If you read my post...
by MaryJane | May 27, 2014 | DIY Health & Beauty, Laundry & Stain Removal, Life & Home
Note: I first published this post in 2014. As a homeschool mom, money was tight, so throwing out clothes with stains wasn’t a great option. This homemade stain remover is a great solution. Life hack 101! A few years ago, I started making homemade cleaning...
by MaryJane | May 20, 2014 | Cleaning Tips, Clutter Busters, Life & Home, Organizing
Note: I first published this post in 2014. A job jar is a great way to teach lifeskill to your kids, whether or not you homeschool. Life hack 101! Today, I’m offering a special post for moms facing summer vacation with kids at home. You see, summer is quickly...
