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Homemade eggnog

Nov 28th 2007 9:00AM Eggnog is a holiday tradition. Eggnog came to America from Europe in the early 17th century. The name origins and particular history are disputed, but one thing is for sure: It has become a North American tradition for toasting the holidays. The ... (0 Comments)

Homemade lollipops

Apr 14th 2008 9:00AM Lollipops are the only reason that my boys tolerate haircuts. They are the first thing I poach out of their goodie bags and Halloween sacks. I even sneak downstairs at night for the occasional sugar-fix. I love lollipops, and now I can make my own! ... (0 Comments)

Homemade Hand Sanitizer to Fight the Flu

Sep 30th 2009 12:00PM Say "no!" to the flu virus. Photo: Lee Carson, Flickr It's flu season. In addition to the usual viruses swirling about, this year we have to contend with the H1N1 (Swine Flu) virus, too. Are you using hand sanitizer and regular hand washing to ... (2 Comments)

Homemade household cleaning wipes

Aug 20th 2007 9:00AM I like pretty much everything that makes my life easier when it comes to the job of cleaning. Since I have been cleaning everything with everyday items I have in my home, like baking soda, lemons, and vinegar, I decided that I would get away from ... (4 Comments)

Easiest Homemade Hammocks

Jul 1st 2009 11:00AM The hammock is such an icon of summer. Lazily swinging the afternoon away under a blue sky, cold drink in hand. A spot of reading, then a nap, perhaps? Hammocks sold at retail are fairly pricey, however. One solution is to try making your own. ... (1 Comments)

Homemade furniture polish

Oct 25th 2007 2:00PM I don't use many store-purchased products to do my cleaning. I always end up with terrible migraines or my lungs hurt from breathing in the cleaning product. When I take the time and effort to make my own cleaning products, life suddenly gets much ... (3 Comments)

Cheap homemade crayons

Jan 17th 2008 10:00AM I don't let my toddler use crayons right now because she likes to eat them and tear the paper off the crayon. She prefers markers anyway, and that is great with me because the Crayola markers she has easily washes off her hands and clothes. I know ... (0 Comments)

Homemade Christmas tree preservative

Dec 13th 2007 4:00PM We have a real Christmas tree. I love opening the door and smelling the fresh pine scent that fills the living room. I wouldn't give up using real trees, but I am tired of their short life (mainly cleaning up all the needles!). The challenge: keeping ... (0 Comments)

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