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100 Years Ago – A Most Unusual Measuring Chart
This post is another installment in the 100 Years Ago series based on writings found in a home reference manual written in 1902. I take my measuring cup for granted…
Favorite Frugal Cookbooks
It may be easy to get recipes off the internet these days, but there are times when nothing quite compares to having a really good cookbook on the shelf at…
100 Years Ago – Making Homemade Laundry Soap
This post is another installment in the 100 Years Ago series based on writings found in a home reference manual written in 1902. I’ve written several times over the last…
Make Your Own Tartar Sauce
Why is it I never have tartar sauce in the house when I need it? Lucky for me I learned this easy substitute several years ago that has come to…
A Look Back – 100 Years Ago
A few weeks ago I came across a wonderful little treasure at a second hand store. Well, it was a wonderful little treasure to me anyway. I suppose to a…
Homemade All Purpose Cleaner
Have you been wondering if you can make your own cleaners? I wondered that too and I’m happy to report that yes, you can make your own cleaners, they work…
Homemade Brownies: You Don’t Need A Mix!
Soft chewy brownies and a cold glass of milk make a classic snack that never goes out of style. With this easy homemade brownie recipe you can quickly stir together…
Using Vinegar in the Dishwasher: Two More Ideas
One of the happiest little discoveries I’ve made recently was finding out that vinegar makes a good homemade rinse aid for the dishwasher. It can do an amazing job of…