Posts tagged: kitchen

Lengthen the Life of Your Dishwasher

Posted Jan 13th 2010 9:00AM by Erin Loechner

Here are a few easy tips for keeping your dishwasher in tip top shape.

Kitchen Islands: Kitset vs. DIY

Posted Jan 12th 2010 9:00AM by Diane Rixon

A kitchen island is the easiest way to add precious inches of counter space to your home. If you don't want to splurge on a custom job, you're left with two budget-friendly options: kitset or DIY.

The DIY Reel: Organization Secrets for Your Kitchen

Posted Dec 17th 2009 3:00PM by Erin Loechner

Daily DIY: Cleaning with... Tea?

Posted Nov 23rd 2009 9:00AM by Erin Loechner

I'm an avid tea drinker, so I was thrilled to hear that tea bags can also double as a cleaning solution.

Daily DIY: Clumpless Brown Sugar

Posted Nov 17th 2009 9:00AM by Erin Loechner

I've heard a variety of different methods for keeping your brown sugar de-clumped, and to be honest, I'm a bit wary of each one. Here's a breakdown of what the grapevine says about keeping your brown sugar fresh

Daily DIY: Defrost with Delight

Posted Nov 13th 2009 9:00AM by Erin Loechner

That's right -- another day, another vinegar hack. Oh, you act as if you're surprised! This one's a goodie; I promise. And in the kitchen, no less! Perfect for your upcoming holiday dinner party or fancy, festive feast.

Daily DIY: Vinegar Fix

Posted Nov 9th 2009 9:00AM by Erin Loechner

Vinegar is one of those all-time best-in-show sort of kitchen items to have around, because it can perform so many different life-saving duties.

Daily DIY: Don't Cry Over Burned Rice...

Posted Nov 6th 2009 9:00AM by Erin Loechner

Don't cry over burned rice.

The DIY Reel: Growing Herbs for Kitchen Decor

Posted Nov 5th 2009 3:00PM by Erin Loechner

Sure, herbs smell great and taste even better --- but have you ever considered decorating with them? Kelly Edwards has the scoop:

Daily DIY: A Rubbermaid Solution

Posted Nov 4th 2009 9:00AM by Erin Loechner

Turns out that if you sprinkle a bit of salt in an empty airtight Rubbermaid container before you store it, you'll keep the smell at bay.

Daily DIY: The Best Scrubbing Solution Ever

Posted Nov 2nd 2009 9:00AM by Erin Loechner

Forget harsh detergents and solutions when scrubbing grease spots off your cast-iron cookware. Instead, grab a pinch of salt and a paper towel to create a salty solution that works wonders!

Daily DIY: Onion Tears No More

Posted Oct 30th 2009 9:00AM by Erin Loechner

To prevent the waterworks show when slicing onions, simply hold your tongue on the roof of your mouth (but don't breathe through your nose!).

Daily DIY: Fruit and Veggie Storage

Posted Oct 29th 2009 9:00AM by Erin Loechner

Keeping tomatoes and citrus fruits in the fridge is a big no-no. Besides the fact that I hate cold tomatoes, their shelf life will be so much longer if it's not refrigerated. But did you realize that you should be storing them as far away from the refrigerator as possible?

Daily DIY: Stainless Blade Hack

Posted Oct 28th 2009 9:00AM by Erin Loechner

Did you realize that you can remove the scent of onions and garlic from your fingers by gently sliding the face of a stainless knife across them?

Daily DIY: Potato, Potato

Posted Oct 27th 2009 9:00AM by Erin Loechner

Want to know a few more additional tips and tricks you can use the trusty potato for? Some of these fun kitchen hacks will surprise you!: