Category Archives for "Green Home"
December 22, 2009
- in Homekeeping by Alexis Rodrigo
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How to Polish Silver Naturally
Silver is a traditional gift given when a couple marries. Taking care of it, however, isn?t always easy. Here is how you can polish silver naturally and more easily. #1 ? Determine how much silver you have to clean to decide whether to use your sink or a large bowl. Small quantities can usually be […]
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December 21, 2009
- in Homekeeping by Alexis Rodrigo
Colder Climate Window Tips to Keep the Heat In
You’ve probably heard it said that “every little bit helps,” and that is especially true with regard to conserving your household’s heat in the wintertime. For those who live in cold climates, it can be a challenge to keep the heat from escaping via the windows. Here are some tips for holding on to the […]
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December 20, 2009
- in Green Home , Have Fun by Alexis Rodrigo
How to Make a Vegetarian Christmas Dinner
Most people think of a traditional Christmas dinner and they may have visions of turkey, ham, or turduckin. These days, however, more and more people are moving away from these types of meals toward meatless meals. Here?s how to make a vegetarian Christmas dinner everyone can enjoy. #1 ? Have ?Tofu-rky? for vegetarians and vegans […]
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December 18, 2009
- in Homekeeping by Alexis Rodrigo
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Natural Remedies for Sanitizing Your Kitchen Surfaces
Food-borne illnesses often begin in the kitchen. Bacteria that tend to live in kitchens include staphylococcus (which causes boils, pnuemonia, and surgical wound infections), salmonella (which causes severe diarrhea), shigella dysenteriae (which causes severe diarrhea), and e-coli (which causes bloody diarrhea). These germs tend to proliferate on sponges and cutting boards, but they can be […]
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December 17, 2009
- in Green Home , Have Fun by Alexis Rodrigo
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How to Turn Old Jeans into a Funky Backpack
It’s amazing how fast children grow, and how fast those jeans wear out in the knees. Rather than toss them or patch them again, make them into something useful, and cool! Photo credit: richardmasoner Turn those old jeans into a funky backpack. Here’s how:
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