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Make Your Own Greeting Card Envelope
One of the interesting things that’s happened to me as I’ve become a well seasoned homemaker is that I’ve built up little supplies of things around the house to solve…
DIY Evaporated Milk
When a recipe calls for a can of evaporated milk, did you know there’s a quick and easy substitute you can use instead? This little trick will let you make…
My Homemade Version of Uncle Ben’s Rice
Very seldom do I buy a package of the flavored rice mixes in the store anymore, but when I do it’s the Uncle Ben’s Long Grain & Wild Rice original…
How To Remove Rust Spots on Knives
One of the best tools you can have in the kitchen is a good knife. I have a favorite chef’s knife that I got for Christmas a few years ago that…
Classic Magic Bars
This recipe for Magic Bars is an oldie but a goodie and has been in my recipe stash for years. That’s because it’s fast and easy to make and everyone loves…
Did You Know? Canning Jars Fit On Blenders!
Update 2026: I first wrote about this strategy in 2013 but no longer do this as I now have a Vitamix blender and the canning jars do not fit. I’m…
Homemade Dishwasher Detergent
Make your own cleaning powder for your dishwasher with this simple DIY recipe.
Pour Spout Canning Jar Top (From An Old Salt Container!)
Here’s a fun idea if you’re wishing for a top on your canning jar with a pour spout. Just re-use an old salt container! The round salt containers have those nice…