The little things you do can add up to big things. That's why today's cheap trick is brilliantly simple: … [Read more...]

If your washing machine drain hose drains into a laundry sink, you really should make sure you filter it. If you don't, the lint from washing your clothing will eventually cause clogged drains.  Large amounts of lint can also cause problems for septic systems. You could buy expensive washing machine drain hose filters, but I've got a cheaper way to do the job:  … [Read more...]

If you've ever had dogs, you've probably tried to figure out how to keep dogs from digging. We own a Cairn terrier, so we understand finding holes in the backyard.  (Terrier owners, you can nod your heads in agreement!) We have discovered a cheap trick that seems to stop the digging. … [Read more...]

If you've ever kept honey in your house, you've probably experienced crystallized honey. That's when the delicious honey turns from a slow moving liquid into crunchy, hard, crystals.  It's easy to think that your honey has gone bad and should be tossed, but don't.  Crystallized honey is normal and common, and it's easy to fix. … [Read more...]

Of all the tips and tricks I use to run my household, one of my favorites is to use a magnetic notepad. … [Read more...]