Ink on Fabric

How do you get ink out of clothes or carpet? I get asked this sooo much. There are a few was to try.

1. Hairspray. Though this method is using an unnatural product, it does seem to work. Thoroughly spray the ink and let set for 60 seconds. Using a clean white cloth, blot up the ink and repeat as necessary.

2. Rubbing alcohol. Same process as hairspray.

3. Milk. Wet a sponge with milk and rub the stain until it disappears.

Cleaning Naturally- Getting Started

There has been a big movement lately about cleaning with natural products, and steering away from all the harsh chemicals. This again isn't a NEW concept; it's going back to what has been done for generation after generation. All the "conventional" cleaners are the new thing and people are slowly realizing the negative impact they really are having on our health and environment.

Yes, you can go out and buy the big manufacturers "green" products, but there are better and cheaper options. And yes, your home will still be clean and fresh. Germs are killed and furniture is polished. Dust bunnies and odors are annihilated. Your pocket book will be fatter.

Here's how to get started:

Vinegar and borax are your friends. These are old tried and true methods of cleaning stubborn stains and odors. Next, use baking soda and fresh lemon with salt for sensitive objects. Vegetable oil, lanolin, and petroleum jelly are more cheap remedies for household ailments. Tea tree oil is a bit more expensive then all the aforementioned items, but it is a wonderful all-purpose cleaner and disinfectant. Also, there is the cheapest way to clean: steam and sunlight.

In the following posts I will give specific cleaning tips on cleaning objects around the house or preserving items. Let's get back to nature!