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seventh generation products on amazon sale Amazon: Click & Save on Babyganics & Seventh Generation

Amazon is inspiring us to get into spring cleaning.  They're featuring discounts on household cleaning supplies from brands like Green Works, Method, and Seventh Generation. But you know my favorite part is the coupons!  They're just so easy to click and save. Get $2 off of BabyGanics All Purpose Surface Wipes.  These cleaning cloths are safe for ...

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How to Restore and Season Cast Iron Naturally Main 150x150 How to Restore and Season Cast Iron Naturally

I’d wanted a cast iron skillet for a while.  But every time I looked at the prices online and in retail stores, I was reminded why I didn’t have one.  New cast iron can be so expensive.  Then I stumbled upon hidden treasure at my favorite thrift store.  I snagged a 10-inch and a 6-inch ...

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vinegar cleans shower head 300x200 Natural and Thrifty in 365: #353 Vinegar Cleans Shower Head

Clean the mineral deposits from your shower head by filling a baggy with vinegar and tying it around the head overnight. Much better than removing the shower head for cleaning, right? Photo courtesy of In This Crazy Life. Natural & Thrifty in 365 is a year-long series of 365 tips for living more green, natural and healthy while ...

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clean battery with baking soda 263x300 Natural and Thrifty in 365: #341 Clean Battery with Baking Soda

Car care is one of those areas we usually leave to professionals.  But there are a few maintenance projects that we can complete to save money and help our cars perform their best. Get out your trusty baking soda and old toothbrush.  Now you have the best tools to clean corroded battery posts and terminals.  Actually, ...

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lighten linens with lemons 240x300 Natural and Thrifty in 365: #340 Lighten Linens with Lemons

Use the natural lightening power of lemons to brighten your whites on the stovetop. Gather your napkins, small linens, socks and such to be whitened. Fill a large pot with water and slices of lemon. Bring water to boil and then turn off the heat. Soak the linens in the water for an hour.  For maximum brightening power, place ...

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Salt lifts red wine stains 300x289 Natural and Thrifty in 365: #334 Salt Lifts Red Wine from Carpets

Red wine has a pretty nasty reputation for causing some of the most persistent carpet stains.  If you spill red wine on your carpet, immediately cover the spill in a thick layer of salt.  Let this sit for a few hours.  You'll be able to vacuum up the salt and take the wine with it. ...

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clean stove hood filter 300x200 Natural and Thrifty in 365: #332 No Scrub Vent Hood Filter Cleaner

I honestly don't remember the last time I cleaned the filters from the vent hood over the stove.  And that's not good.  The grunginess of the task just seems so daunting. Here's a tip for me that you just might want to use in your house.  Don't waste your time scrubbing and certainly don't douse them ...

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clean microwave naturally 213x300 Natural and Thrifty in 365: #329 Clean Your Microwave Naturally

Three easy steps, two common ingredients, and one measuring cup are all you need to clean your microwave naturally. Cleaning the microwave has to be one of my least favorite chores.  Have you had success with this microwave cleaning method?  Any tips? Photo courtesy of One Good Thing by Jillee. Natural & Thrifty in 365 is a year-long ...

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