From the comments: I’ve heard from a friend that the way Febreze works is by “gluing” the molecules causing the smell to the fabric. So you may not smell it anymore, but it is most definitely still there… doesn’t normally bother me, but it seems to bother some people heh. Assuming that what my friend …
Ivy says: I have been using online banking to help me with my budgeting for years now. My bank now offers something called “My Portfolio” where I can see how much money I have been spending in certain categories. I know I could do this in Quicken or MS Money, but I’ve been remiss and …
Heather says: When looking for the perfect watermelon: Check the stem. It should be present, but shrunken and discolored. Look for a symmetrical fruit. Check the underside, buttery yellow is a good indicator of ripe flesh. Finally don’t be shy, smack that sucker, it should have a deep tone. If it sounds dull, the melon …
Dear Home Ec 101: A few years ago, I used what we believed to be a dry erase marker. Indeed, I think if I’d immediately erased it, it worked fine. But I didn’t. I left the grocery list up for a while and when I finally bought something from that list, I discovered that it …
Dear Home-Ec 101, I clean houses part time to bring in some additional income. . My newest client has severe allergies, no strong chemicals can be used in her home. Currently I’m using soap and water or a vinegar mix for most of the jobs, but her tub and shower combo are quite grungy, (not …
Heather says: For very creamy oatmeal simply allow the oats to soak in the cooking water. I measure the rolled oats and water when I make my morning coffee. I then cook as directed when the kids decide to grace me with their presence. If you’re in a hurry, you can add non-fat dry milk …
Dear Home-Ec 101, It seems every time we take something apart for storage, we manage to lose any screws that go with the items. How do you manage not to lose the screws? Signed, Not all who wander are lost, but my screws are gone forever Ivy says: Screws are wily little buggers and will …
Dear women-in-the-know, I’ve spent my summer at a summer camp and have gotten my money’s worth out of my double stroller. It has endured bugs, kids with dirty diapers, and lugged pounds worth of stuff, but it has also contracted mildew. I’ve heard to use tilex and hose it off. Is there a natural way …
Dear Home Ec 101: Flash Freeze, does that involve liquid nitrogen? ~Slushy Dear Slushy: Well, for some industries, such as commercial fishing, it could. However, here at Home Ec 101, we are only equipped with the usual appliances and baking supplies. Flash freezing is simply a term used to mean freezing an item as quickly as …