I came up with this inexpensive recipe after several attempts to get rid of these pesky critters. They breed very quickly and it's best to get a handle on them ASAP. This recipe is a combination of several...
Author: Mommy of Five
This weed killer is non-discriminatory....it kills what it is sprayed on, so be careful where you spray it. The good thing about this is that it is easy to make and very economical. Make sure you label...
Author: breezermom
If you check the dangers of fabric softener you will appericate this simple recipe that is much safer.
Author: barefootmommawv
I was in desperate need of a skunk smell remover after our dog Cooper was sprayed by a skunk eating birdseed one evening at our bird feeder. I found this recipe on another web site. We used it on him and...
Author: Yoster
I'm addicted to my catalytic scent lamp, and have several brands of lamps, including the famous berger brand lampe. The fuel is expensive to buy, and I deceided to make my own. I use this instead of store...
Author: crowmama
This will help take care of those fruit flies that gather around the stuff you have to take out to the compost pile or those bananas you haven't gotten around to baking with yet. The photo I posted (the...
Author: anonymous23
This is really good for between patio stones or rock areas that tend to sprout weeds. Do not use it on your lawn. The weeds will grow back but then just spray them again
Author: Bergy
After a great deal of experimentation in my "lab" (which looks a lot like my kitchen), I developed a cheap, easy to make fake "Jet Dry" type dishwasher rinse aid that works very well. It's natural and...
Author: Deb in TX
A good homemade recipe. I use a clean extra used vinegar bottle. If you try this tell me what you think. Makes about a gallon.
Author: Littlemomma
This solution is for heavy duty cleaning. Washing soda can be found in the cleaning aisle of your local grocery store along with the detergents and other cleaning products. Washing soda is not baking soda....
Author: The Daycare Lady
Based on a recipe from my Shaw's grocery store's Wild Harvest November 2009 holiday pamphlet. It says, "Along with potato peels and onion skins often comes a clogged sink. Thankfully, there is a way to...
Author: mersaydees
So, you've bought one of those nifty little squirt bottles of cleaner for your glasses, and now it's empty. Should you spend another small fortune on name brand refills or another bottle full? Absolutely...
Author: Roxi3617
This is wonderful for keeping your shower curtains clean from dirt and mold. Cook time is wash cycle.
Author: Audrey M
These decorations are nice in the x-mas tree but also as gift-tags. Use a gold or silver craft pen to write names on them.
Author: PetsRus
Make and share this Cheap and Easy Homemade Window Cleaner recipe from Food.com.
Author: Charishma_Ramchanda
I had tried most everything to clean the porcelain enamel grates on my cooktop with little success. Then I read the use & care guide that came with the cooktop. How simple is this! NOTE: I used a plastic...
Author: SusieQusie
This is great for sinks, showers and even hands. My husband fixed our roof and his hands were full of tar. He used this and the tar "melted off!" He said it was better than the hand cleaner mechanics use...
Author: Sully7
Make and share this Apple Pie Spice Potpourri recipe from Food.com.
Author: JustaQT
This is by far the best all purpose cleaner I've found. It is fabulous on windows and mirrors, degreases wonderfully, and cuts gunk on sinks etc. and shines, shines, shines. I use it for everything but...
Author: Mrs. Jaye
A few household items that amazling cleans silver. I had a badly tarnished dish that these few items cleaned right up.
Author: DoryJean54
Make and share this Green Window Cleaner recipe from Food.com.
Author: Velouria
Make and share this Homemade Ant Killer recipe from Food.com.
Author: Shabby Sign Shoppe
Detergent for the dishwasher is SO expensive. I searched the net for a home-made alternative and developed this simple recipe. We've been using it for a while now and it washes the dishes even better than...
Author: Kookaburra
I couldn't believe how dirty my watch and silver jewelry were when I tried this. Yuck! This saves money and is safe for you and the environment. The solution can be very drying to your hands so consider...
Author: No MSG
Make and share this Drip Coffee Maker Cleaner recipe from Food.com.
Author: Hadice
I saw anonymous23's recipe posted today and thought I'd add my recipe also. I made this a long time ago and it does work.
Author: Charlotte J
I made this all by myself and it works like a charm! This was actually put together last weekend when I was trying my hardest to clean my brother's bath tub's plastic shower curtain that had mildew and...
Author: Charishma_Ramchanda
I'm posting this in response to a request. If my children were younger and we lived up north, you can be sure you'd find this on our lawn!
Author: SilentCricket
Make and share this All Purpose Floor Cleaner recipe from Food.com.
Author: TishT
Make and share this Easy Homemade Microwave Cleaner recipe from Food.com.
Author: Charishma_Ramchanda
A little different than the other homemade window cleaners posted here, this solution works great and I've saved a lot of money over the years using it!
Author: Debs Recipes
I believe this originally came from Heloise. I always lose it so I thought posting it here was a good idea.
Author: Kimke
Make and share this Super Drain Cleaner Recipe recipe from Food.com.
Author: JustaQT
An ecologically sound alternative to SoftScrub. I found this recipe in a booklet of eco-friendly housekeeping and gardening put out by my municipality.
Author: Evamyth
This makes an excellent gift. Make sure you make some for yourself too though because it really smells wonderful. Please note, you need to use whole cloves. Ground cloves are much stronger and will definitely...
Author: Marg CaymanDesigns
Make and share this Cheap Homemade Furniture Polish recipe from Food.com.
Author: Charishma_Ramchanda
I detest any type of bug or fly in my house, so when I saw a newscast regarding fruit flies, my interest perked up quite quickly! (I am the one that runs after everyone to close the screen doors!!) They...
Author: Abby Girl
Pomanders were originally metal or ivory filigree balls filled with spices fixed with ambergris, hence the name (from the French "pomme d'ambre", or apple of ambergris). Having a bowl of these fragrant...
Author: EdsGirlAngie
Environmentally friendly! Remove germs, mildew and mess. Can be used in the bathroom, kitchen etc... place in bucket or spray bottle.
Author: Chelle_N
I found this recipe online and am giving it a try. I am posting it here so I can find it when I run out of this first batch.
Author: Rubies
I have used everything on the market including vinegar and dish soap. Nothing worked especially on cat urine. I have been using this recipe for years now. It works! I have 4 cats and 2 dogs, and when one...
Author: Purrheart 562343
Make and share this Homemade Wood Furniture Polish recipe from Food.com.
Author: TishT
I searched for a long time and couldn't find a good liquid dishwasher detergent recipe, so I played around and invented this one. It was inspired by the many powdered detergent recipes. It rinses well,...
Author: TRushforth
Looking for a gift idea for friends and family? Or maybe you're looking for some ornaments for a Christmas tree! Try these fragrant ornaments! Maybe you could make this a pre-holiday family activity and...
Author: SilentCricket
I stumbled across this recipe for making your own flower preservative on About.com today. TIPS: To keep your cut flowers fresh you need to give them water & food, protect them from decay or infection plus...
Author: Dreamer in Ontario
I wrote this recipe myself. I make most of our household cleaners. There is no soap in this. It's great on soap scum. My shower sparkles.
Author: AmericanLadybug
How many of you hate dirty walls? How many of you have tried to wash your walls but end up getting a streaky mess? This solutions cleans dirty finger prints that always seem to be on the walls....splash...
Author: Abby Girl
This is from The Queen of Clean, out of her book called Talking Dirty with the Queen of Clean. It works really well, especially on wood that is dry or needs some reconditioning!
Author: That girl Mel