Lipstick stain removal tips and holiday organizing advice
A home cleanup tip suggests whitening stains on white cotton with a spray of equal parts laundry bleach water and milk, then brushing. It warns against using on colored fabrics. The piece promotes by Ed Morrow Sheree Bykofsky and Rita Rosenkranz book Put Your House on a Diet and advises donating toys and involving children in organizing as part of decluttering.
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Dishwasher deodorizer: vinegar rinse method
A simple home remedy uses a bowl of equal parts white vinegar and water placed on the top rack of an empty dishwasher. Run the hottest cycle, then complete the normal wash to neutralize sour odors and refresh the appliance.
Odor Solution for Cat Urine on Oriental Rugs
Enzyme based odor removers from pet stores are recommended to saturate the stained rug areas. Test a small area first and consider professional cleaning by a conservator for valuable or old Oriental rugs.
Wreath Craft Ideas for Seasonal Decor
A simple guide to creating fall wreaths using a grapevine base and natural sprays. It covers gathering leaves berries and pine cones from surroundings or buying faux materials, with steps to shape secure and finish the arrangement.
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Real Simple Solutions debuts with household tips
The Washington Post notes Real Simple magazine releases its second book Real Simple Solutions from Time Inc. at 24.95. It packs nearly 200 pages of organizing tips room painting methods dental floss hacks and must haves for entertaining.
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Real Simple Solutions
Time Inc
Umbra unveils stylish tension rods with decorative finials
Umbra introduces drapery tension rods that blend form and function selling from $14.50 to $27.50. Available finishes include aged brass, pewter, black and white with contemporary and traditional finials. The rods feature improved spring mechanisms and higher build quality than typical tension rods. Purchase at www.umbra.com.
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Betsey Johnson Designs Sponges for OCelo Scrub Line
Fashion designer Betsey Johnson teams with OCelo to create three sponge patterns dots, leopard print and rosebuds. The spring release will sell as a two pack for 1.99 at supermarkets and other stores.
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Fun home hacks from Akron Beacon Journal
Five practical tips cover preventing water spots on shower doors and tiles with car wax, cleaning a blender by blending hot water detergent, and removing melted plastic from a toaster using nail polish remover after unplugging the appliance.
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Autumn Apple Crisp With Cameo Apples
Cozy autumn dessert recipe using Cameo apples with a sweet tart filling of lemon juice zest and vanilla, topped by a brown sugar oat crumb. Includes substitutions Granny Smith or Cortland, bake time 40 minutes in a 9 by 13 dish. Source Cameo Apple Marketing Association.
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