Heather says: We have talked about fabric softener and dryer sheets ad nauseum on this site. We’ve talked about how fabric softeners can make your towels less absorbent. How some of you hate the smell of vinegar in the laundry. We know that dryer sheets have a few serious problems: Many are made from polyester …
Heather says: I should probably give all readers a clear warning before continuing: I am a stressed out, hot mess of a person right now. This afternoon at 1 pm PST, I’m going on an internet show to pitch my startup SpinPicks. I am nervous as can be. The kids’ football season is in the …
Heather says: It’s Labor Day and to celebrate, I’m taking a day off from even pretending to proofread. I promised I’d announce the winner of the Tupperware Healthy Lunch Solution Set and I won’t let you down. Well, unless you didn’t win and then you’ll probably hate me and Home-Ec101.com and never come back again. …
All recipes on Home-Ec101 are written for a beginner to intermediate cook. The recipes are chosen to be accessible with ingredients found in most grocery stores. Heather grew up in Ladson, SC and for her family, going to Charleston, SC, was a big deal, even though it was only 20 miles away. When Heather moved …
Heather says: Well, we’re already here, Labor Day Weekend, the last official hurrah of summer. Oh, here in the Lowcountry of SC, we’ve still got a long way to go before cooler temperatures set in, but this is still the last weekend that says watermelon and lemonade, sprinklers and popsicles, beaches or lake, picnics, and …
Heather says: Did you know that I’m currently looking to re-enter the whole 9 – 5 world? It’s true, I’ve been sending out applications, going to interviews and while nothing has happened, yet, I’m sure at some point I’ll find a good fit. Don’t worry, Home-Ec101.com isn’t going anywhere. Home-Ec 101 represents more than 5.5 …
Why do green cabbages and other cruciferous vegetables taste bitter? What can we do to fix this when cooking?
Heather says: If you’ve been around here for any length of time, you probably have noticed that I have a strong affinity for Cajun and Creole food. What can I say? I live in the South and I love garlic and shrimp and when they simmer with trinity, then life, at least at supper time, …
Heather says: It’s just about time for me to head to work for Sunday brunch… I enjoy this shift, because even if we are incredibly slow an eggs benedict (sub out some regular bacon, sorry my notoriously-nice-Canadian friends your bacon just doesn’t do anything for me) and a bloody mary or a Smithwicks afterward is …
Heather says: So, I know this post is out of my normal scope of coverage, but as you know I’m working with Method ( #CleanHappy) and this is their news for this month*. Transparency: I know very little about style and fashion -home or otherwise. I tend to make things up, ask other people if …