Heather Solos 
Today’s post is from a recent comment: I have a 3 year old girl who refuses to clean up her messes and because I don’t like to punish her too hard, I do it for her, but lately my house is so cluttered with dirty laundry, her toys, and most of my husbands clean jeans, …
Dear Home-Ec 101,I have been using my new front-load washer for over a year now, and all my towels are ruined. It doesn’t matter what color they are or were. They now all have large spots that look like I used chlorine bleach on them. Can you help? I have not changed the detergent or …
Heather says: Every year I try to do a look back over what’s happened with the site in the past 12 months, and just about a year ago I said: “If 2011 is half as fun or productive, it shall go down as a win.” Before I even bring out the numbers, let’s make it …
Looking forward to 2012 and a quick look back at 2011 on HomeEc101
Heather says: Last week we covered a couple of mocktail recipes made with Sierra Mist to serve to those who abstain from alcohol. This week I’m sharing two cocktail recipes that also use Sierra Mist Natural, which is made with real sugar, no artificial ingredients, 100% natural flavoring. Those things make total sense with mocktails, but …
Heather says: Today over on Facebook I asked if anyone had recommendations for a programmable coffeemaker that grinds beans but doesn’t get clogged every other day. It’s disappointing to expect coffee and find barely colored water. Well, do you? There are bonus points involved if it costs less than a major appliance. And no, I don’t …
Heather says: In the past I did a Sweets for the Season series with many Christmas treat recipes, but this year I just didn’t have time. So, here is a quick round up of all the cookie, biscotti, and other possible Christmas treat recipes here on Home-Ec 101. Some of these old posts are in …
Heather says: Not everyone imbibes. I know, I know, this may come as a shock to some of you, but it’s true. Some people who abstain from alcohol do so for religious, health, or practical reasons. Hey, being the designated driver is very practical and here at Home-Ec 101 we encourage adults to act responsibly …
Recently someone sent in an email or left a comment -I can’t remember which- asking for recipes fit for the freezer. I know we’ve covered it in the past, but I thought today would be a good time to post a refresher. It’s been a very hectic season in our home. This has led to …
Heather says: In just a few minutes I’ll be getting on the road and heading toward Myrtle Beach, SC. Today I’m participating in the 17th Annual Friends Feeding Friends Food Drive, an annual event run by Lowes Foods. I’ll be running a cash register for the first time in an embarrassing number of years and …