I was flipping through a current issue of Better Homes and Gardens when I came across a few cute ideas. These projects would be great to do with children to show them how to reuse/re-purpose things that you have in your home. The link above has tons of neat craft ideas. These ones just happen to use things you probably already have in your home.
LEAVE A MESSAGE
The first project is for a magnetic message board. Here's what you need:
A metal cookie sheet (Teflon or non-stick won't work).
Some sandpaper
Paint of your choice
Wallpaper scraps, tissue paper, gift wrap, construction paper... ANY kind of paper to decorate with
Rough up your sheet with the sandpaper.
Paint it and make sure it completely dries.
Now cut or tear your paper and glue it on the flat surface of your sheet (leaving the painted edges exposed). The magazines suggested spray adhesive but that's not my favorite. I would try Mod Podge. It works great and is easy to clean up with soap and water.
Buy cool magnets OR make your own. I "framed" Alex's artwork behind flat glass rocks for Christmas gifts last year. Mod Podge the paper or "art" on the back of the clear stone and glue on a heavy duty magnet with hot or tacky glue.
Another cute magnet suggestion from BHG was to cut out pretty pictures from magazines and glue them on all of those business magnets you have on your fridge. You can either cut them to the shape of your picture or leave them rectangular. <---Cute idea!
Have fun with this project! These make great gifts. Another spin on this particular craft is to buy either a roll or squares of cork and frame them. (This is what I did for Christmas.) Glue extra game pieces, pretty pebbles, buttons or beads to flat thumb tacks and tack on a cute message for your recipient.
SODA OASIS
The next project is making a terrarium. If you've ever made one as a child, you probably remember how much fun it was to watch your plants grow. What a great learning craft for kids of all ages! Here's what you need:
Glass container or clear plastic bottle
Small pebbles
Activated charcoal (available where aquarium supplies are sold)
Potting soil
Seeds or small plant clippings
Select your container. A mason jar, fish bowl or pop bottle will work. (If you're using a pop bottle, clean it well and cut off the lower 1/3. Save the top for the lid.)
Cover the bottom of your container with about an inch of pebbles (aquarium rocks work well too) for drainage.
Add a thin layer (maybe a 1/4 in.) of the activated charcoal to filter the water that you'll add.
Place 2-3 in. of potting soil on top.
Plant your garden! Ferns, begonias, cacti, succulents and moss will grow well.
Water your plants or seeds well and place a lid on your container. If your container doesn't have a lid, a piece of plastic wrap secured with a rubber band will work just fine.
Watch your terrarium come to life! Explain to your kids how it works. The water in the soil will eventually form droplets on the inside and top of your container. Once they get heavy enough, they'll fall like rain. This process will keep repeating.
**If you don't see this process occurring, add more water.
TEEN TIME OUT
The final project is a great one for older kids! Here's what you'll need to make your own decoupaged chair:
A salvaged wooden chair of your choice
Sandpaper
Scissors
Magazine clippings or pictures, old sheet music for your music lover, tissue paper, fabric scraps, etc. Basically any paper that can be glued. Let your teen get creative and use movie or concert ticket stubs, CD liner notes, photos of friends printed on lightweight photo paper...
Mod Podge
Sponge brush
Paint (optional)
Drop cloth
(I've actually done this with the top of a wooden bar stool. I cut out flowers and other neat pictures from magazines and decoupaged them to the top. They've served as everything from plant stands to actual stools in our home.)
Sand your chair to make sure the surface is smooth and ready to accept the glue. Wipe it clean. You can paint the parts of the chair that you won't be covering if you want to.
Cut or tear your images and gather your papers for decorating.
Sometimes it works getter to cut as you go so you'll be able to fill in gaps rather than having to rearrange your design a million times. Choose the system that works best for you.
Lightly cover the back of your image and the spot on the chair that you'd like to cover. Lightly cover the top of your image once you're sure you have it where you'd like it.
Apply two to three coats over the entire area once you're satisfied with your design. Use long, smooth strokes for a glassy finish or blot the area for a textured look.
Have fun and get creative! Share your craft ideas, too!
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Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Monday, March 29, 2010
Ever Thought Of...
For some reason today, while doing laundry, I thought about the way my grandmother would have done certain tasks during her lifetime. Before you read any of these suggestions, think for a minute how it would have been for your grandparents or great-grandparents. Waaaay different, right?
DRYER LINT
First off, grandma didn't have a dryer. Well, she did. It was called a clothesline. She hung her clothes to dry year round, whether it be inside our out. Don't be scared to try the same thing. Line drying certainly has its benefits. Your clothes will be static free and the sun will "bleach" away any tough stains.
If you're like me and leave line drying your clothes to the warmer months, think for a second what you could do with that dryer lint... (I'll wait.)
One great idea is to leave it outside for the birds to take and use for nesting. Either leave it on the ground, in a bush or place it in a mesh bag (like the one your oranges come in) for them to pick out.
Another great use it to save it for kindling. If you have a fireplace you can certainly use this tip all year long. If you don't, keep a little on hand for those summer camp fires. ;) Add a little newspaper to it and you're cookin' in no time.
KLEENEX
I know this seems like an essential item. Most everyone I know has a box on the back of their toilet or in several places around the house. Tissues are certainly very handy but think for a minute if you could do without them. I bet you could.
Instead of spending the money on buying box after box that you literally throw away, try buying "hankies" to have on hand. Oddly enough, my dad always has one in his pocket during the winter months. I bet your grandfather did/does too.
Rather than throwing away a box full of tissues, just wash and reuse your own. Get creative with it! Buy a different color or pattern for everyone in the house. Visit the jewelry/accessory department and pick up a few bandanas or small cotton scarves.
PAPER TOWELS
I know they're handy. Trust me, I know. But think for a minute how many rolls you go through in one month. It's probably more than one. Try using dishcloths or rags to wipe up spills rather than using a paper towel and throwing it away. You're doing laundry anyhow, right?
PAPER PLATES
The only reason paper plates are "handy" is because we don't have to wash them. That's about it. Just use a real plate. Okay? The same goes for plastic cups and utensils. They're great for parties and get-togethers because we don't have to wash them afterward but is all that trash really worth it?
SPONGES
If you must have a sponge, look for a natural or biodegradable one. Here are several examples. Even better, just stick to your rags or dishcloths.
ZIPLOC BAGS
Plastic storage bags are so super handy. You can pack snacks, sandwiches, small craft items, toiletries for traveling, etc. in them. I'm not saying we should give them up entirely. I really do use them quite often. (Thankfully, they can be recycled.)
If you want to cut down on the money you spend on them, invest in BPA free plastic containers or glass storage containers. You don't have to be like my grandma and wash and reuse your plastic baggies. ;)
FOOD SCRAPS
This one really had me thinking today. I can promise you that my grandmother never threw food waste in the trash. The cows, horses, dog or barn cats were probably able to take care of just about any leftover food problem.
You can still do that today. Cows and horses love to munch on things like pumpkin, apple or corn. While our dog doesn't get the pleasure of "people food", yours might.
If you're in an animal free zone, think about starting a compost pile. You truly don't need to have a large space to do it. Even apartment dwellers can compost. If you really don't have the desire, someone you know probably does. Any composter would jump at the chance to receive MORE scraps to add to their pile.
SPEAKING OF COMPOST
Things like fruit scraps, vegetable peelings, coffee grounds, shredded newspaper, pet and human hair, leaves, weeds, dead flowers, and grass clippings (among other things) can be composted.
You want to stay away from meat products (they'll make your compost stinky and attract the wrong bugs) and any food that has been cooked. There are tons of resources out there for beginners. Check out my previous post with three very informative videos.
COMPOST TEA
Consider making "compost tea" instead of using chemical fertilizers on your lawn and garden. This method is safer for the environment, your home, your children and your pets. Plus, it's FREE people!
CLOTHING
Go look in your closet. What did you find? A bunch of stuff you don't wear? After you've gone through your wardrobe and made a pile of things that you don't like, haven't worn or can't fit into (most of us fit into ALL of those categories), don't just throw them out.
Look for old t-shirts that you can use for rags or dusting (worn out bath towels work great for this too).
Ask a friend if they're interested in looking through them. You may get lucky and they'll do the same for you. ;)
Donate them. Drop them off at a place like Goodwill or The Salvation Army. Maybe your town has something like a shelter or extended need dwelling that can use such items. Maybe your church runs a program for people that have had a fire or have found themselves in a difficult financial situation. The possibilities are endless. SOMEone will want or use what you no longer do.
Don't forget your childrens' closets. Give gently used baby clothing to a Women's Center or a friend with a newborn. Trade clothing with a friend with bigger or smaller children. OR check out a resale or thrift store. You won't get a ton of money doing this, but you can be assured that someone is looking for that Winnie the Pooh sleeper.
BREAD
First off, you could make your own. Grandma did. Just sayin'...
If you aren't a fan of the ends of the bread (homemade or otherwise) toss them out to the birds, save them for bread crumbs or croutons or save one to put in your cookie jar to keep your cookies moist. Resist the urge to just throw it in the trash.
Take a look around your own home. What's the first thing you see? How could it be reused? Can it be recycled? (Even things like computer monitors can be recycled. Check your local recycling center to see what you need to do.) Is the particular item necessary? Could you replace it with a more environmentally friendly option?
I hope these suggestions have given you a few ideas of your own. I'd love to hear how you reuse or eliminate things from your homes!
DRYER LINT
First off, grandma didn't have a dryer. Well, she did. It was called a clothesline. She hung her clothes to dry year round, whether it be inside our out. Don't be scared to try the same thing. Line drying certainly has its benefits. Your clothes will be static free and the sun will "bleach" away any tough stains.
If you're like me and leave line drying your clothes to the warmer months, think for a second what you could do with that dryer lint... (I'll wait.)
One great idea is to leave it outside for the birds to take and use for nesting. Either leave it on the ground, in a bush or place it in a mesh bag (like the one your oranges come in) for them to pick out.
Another great use it to save it for kindling. If you have a fireplace you can certainly use this tip all year long. If you don't, keep a little on hand for those summer camp fires. ;) Add a little newspaper to it and you're cookin' in no time.
KLEENEX
I know this seems like an essential item. Most everyone I know has a box on the back of their toilet or in several places around the house. Tissues are certainly very handy but think for a minute if you could do without them. I bet you could.
Instead of spending the money on buying box after box that you literally throw away, try buying "hankies" to have on hand. Oddly enough, my dad always has one in his pocket during the winter months. I bet your grandfather did/does too.
Rather than throwing away a box full of tissues, just wash and reuse your own. Get creative with it! Buy a different color or pattern for everyone in the house. Visit the jewelry/accessory department and pick up a few bandanas or small cotton scarves.
PAPER TOWELS
I know they're handy. Trust me, I know. But think for a minute how many rolls you go through in one month. It's probably more than one. Try using dishcloths or rags to wipe up spills rather than using a paper towel and throwing it away. You're doing laundry anyhow, right?
PAPER PLATES
The only reason paper plates are "handy" is because we don't have to wash them. That's about it. Just use a real plate. Okay? The same goes for plastic cups and utensils. They're great for parties and get-togethers because we don't have to wash them afterward but is all that trash really worth it?
SPONGES
If you must have a sponge, look for a natural or biodegradable one. Here are several examples. Even better, just stick to your rags or dishcloths.
ZIPLOC BAGS
Plastic storage bags are so super handy. You can pack snacks, sandwiches, small craft items, toiletries for traveling, etc. in them. I'm not saying we should give them up entirely. I really do use them quite often. (Thankfully, they can be recycled.)
If you want to cut down on the money you spend on them, invest in BPA free plastic containers or glass storage containers. You don't have to be like my grandma and wash and reuse your plastic baggies. ;)
FOOD SCRAPS
This one really had me thinking today. I can promise you that my grandmother never threw food waste in the trash. The cows, horses, dog or barn cats were probably able to take care of just about any leftover food problem.
You can still do that today. Cows and horses love to munch on things like pumpkin, apple or corn. While our dog doesn't get the pleasure of "people food", yours might.
If you're in an animal free zone, think about starting a compost pile. You truly don't need to have a large space to do it. Even apartment dwellers can compost. If you really don't have the desire, someone you know probably does. Any composter would jump at the chance to receive MORE scraps to add to their pile.
SPEAKING OF COMPOST
Things like fruit scraps, vegetable peelings, coffee grounds, shredded newspaper, pet and human hair, leaves, weeds, dead flowers, and grass clippings (among other things) can be composted.
You want to stay away from meat products (they'll make your compost stinky and attract the wrong bugs) and any food that has been cooked. There are tons of resources out there for beginners. Check out my previous post with three very informative videos.
COMPOST TEA
Consider making "compost tea" instead of using chemical fertilizers on your lawn and garden. This method is safer for the environment, your home, your children and your pets. Plus, it's FREE people!
CLOTHING
Go look in your closet. What did you find? A bunch of stuff you don't wear? After you've gone through your wardrobe and made a pile of things that you don't like, haven't worn or can't fit into (most of us fit into ALL of those categories), don't just throw them out.
Look for old t-shirts that you can use for rags or dusting (worn out bath towels work great for this too).
Ask a friend if they're interested in looking through them. You may get lucky and they'll do the same for you. ;)
Donate them. Drop them off at a place like Goodwill or The Salvation Army. Maybe your town has something like a shelter or extended need dwelling that can use such items. Maybe your church runs a program for people that have had a fire or have found themselves in a difficult financial situation. The possibilities are endless. SOMEone will want or use what you no longer do.
Don't forget your childrens' closets. Give gently used baby clothing to a Women's Center or a friend with a newborn. Trade clothing with a friend with bigger or smaller children. OR check out a resale or thrift store. You won't get a ton of money doing this, but you can be assured that someone is looking for that Winnie the Pooh sleeper.
BREAD
First off, you could make your own. Grandma did. Just sayin'...
If you aren't a fan of the ends of the bread (homemade or otherwise) toss them out to the birds, save them for bread crumbs or croutons or save one to put in your cookie jar to keep your cookies moist. Resist the urge to just throw it in the trash.
Take a look around your own home. What's the first thing you see? How could it be reused? Can it be recycled? (Even things like computer monitors can be recycled. Check your local recycling center to see what you need to do.) Is the particular item necessary? Could you replace it with a more environmentally friendly option?
I hope these suggestions have given you a few ideas of your own. I'd love to hear how you reuse or eliminate things from your homes!
Friday, February 19, 2010
Recipes
In light of my last post, I wanted to share a few new recipes. I've tried several of these (the All-Purpose cleaner is great) already. Just sharing the wealth.
VINEGAR RINSE
8 oz. white vinegar
8 oz. water
10 drops of an essential oil (optional)
Here is a great site with TONS of uses for vinegar (alone and in combination with other ingredients).
AIR FRESHENER
8 oz. water
25 drops essential oil of your choice
ALL-PURPOSE CLEANER
1 T dish soap (plain Dawn is great)
20 oz distilled water
EARTH SHAKER
(This works great in an empty grated parmesan cheese container)
Baking soda
15 drops of essential oil per cup, if you'd like.
Yes, you read that correctly. Just baking soda.
EARTH SCRUB or PASTE
2 c baking soda
1/2 c liquid soap (Castile works nicely and so does plain old Dawn)
2 T distilled water IF you're storing it in a container with lid
OR
1/2 c distilled water IF you're using a squirt bottle
2 T white vinegar, added last
The last two recipes are from Karen Logan's book, Clean House Clean Planet. It's very informative and has tons of recipes. If you're in the local area, the Blasco Library has two copies.
VINEGAR RINSE
8 oz. white vinegar
8 oz. water
10 drops of an essential oil (optional)
Here is a great site with TONS of uses for vinegar (alone and in combination with other ingredients).
AIR FRESHENER
8 oz. water
25 drops essential oil of your choice
ALL-PURPOSE CLEANER
1 T dish soap (plain Dawn is great)
20 oz distilled water
EARTH SHAKER
(This works great in an empty grated parmesan cheese container)
Baking soda
15 drops of essential oil per cup, if you'd like.
Yes, you read that correctly. Just baking soda.
EARTH SCRUB or PASTE
2 c baking soda
1/2 c liquid soap (Castile works nicely and so does plain old Dawn)
2 T distilled water IF you're storing it in a container with lid
OR
1/2 c distilled water IF you're using a squirt bottle
2 T white vinegar, added last
The last two recipes are from Karen Logan's book, Clean House Clean Planet. It's very informative and has tons of recipes. If you're in the local area, the Blasco Library has two copies.
Thursday, February 18, 2010
I'm a Convert
I am a huge supporter of anything that claims (and actually is) to be more environmentally friendly. I've always been into the idea of reusing and re-purposing things but since becoming a mommy, I feel even more driven.
I've shared in an earlier post about a few of the things that we do around here to help our planet and our pocketbooks. I'd love to hear what you do so please feel free to share/comment!
Our impending move has made me think about the changes that I want to make in our home. Since I'm the lucky (lucky?) one that does most of the cleaning, I think I should get to decide what to clean with, right? I am committed to making the switch with ALL of our chemical cleaning products. I just don't want those things in our home, on our counters and floors and lingering on all of our fabrics. Call us the Green's because I'm going all the way. LOL
Quite some time ago, I happened upon Crunchy Clean detergents. You can save the "happening upon" and just click here. ; )
I can't say enough about this detergent. Really. I can't. My first order was for the diaper detergent. I was in a diaper detergent rut and I was willing to try just about anything. Crunchy Clean saved the day (and the diapers) for sure! After falling in love with the diaper detergent, I was sure the regular detergent would be a winner too.
I love that these detergents are prepared by a SAHM in her cozy little kitchen. I love that she gets to stay home with her beautiful children while running a successful business AND help the planet. I *love* supporting businesses like that!
Now, as much as I love Crunchy Clean, I have to say I'm about two seconds away from being a make-your-own detergent convert. (Although I'll definitely stick with C.C. for the diapers.)
A friend of mine once made her own liquid detergent. I was turned off by the idea after hearing about the process. I wasn't into gathering empty jugs and containers, grating endless bars of soap, melting them down and then lugging all of the filled buckets and bottles (to an undetermined location) to store them. I just couldn't bite on that whole deal. Sorry, Miriah. ; )
At a recent MOPS meeting we made green cleaners. There were things like all-purpose cleaners and scrubs to make and take. Then there was the dreaded laundry detergent station. I figured I'd give it a try since most of the work was already done for me. I figured, why not?
Let me tell you. I'm hooked. I'm going to gather the ingredients and have enough on hand in case I can't find what I need after we move. I'm sold. It smells wonderful, it cleans great and it's sooooo cheap!!
There's no gathering of empty buckets and jugs or the ruining of your favorite stock pot. The powdered version of homemade detergent really is simple. Here's what you need:
*A container of your choice. You can use an old Cool Whip bowl for a small batch, a large ice cream bucket or even a gallon size Ziploc bag.
I happen to already have two glass jars that I use for detergents. One is for diaper detergent
and the other for "regular". They have air tight lids and looks really cute on a shelf in your
laundry room too. Really though, anything that is air tight will work great.
*A grater. I found that my Pampered Chef Rotary Grater works great. I'm also fortunate to have two of these so I can dedicate one completely to the world of soap grating. It sure pays to be a consultant, huh?
*Measuring cup (1 cup size)
*2 bars of Fels Naptha soap
*A box of Washing Soda
*A box of 20 Mule Team Borax
(I included links in case you can't familiar with these items. This way, you'll know what they look like when you go hunting for them. You can usually find all three of these things in the laundry aisle of your local grocery store.)
For a small batch: Large batch in ( )
Grate 2 bars Fels Naptha (6 bars)
1 c Borax (3 c)
1 c Washing Soda (3 c)
Mix together and store in container
Use 1 T for a small load, 2 for a medium and 3 for a very large or very dirty load.
I encourage you to give this a try. Really, what have you got to lose? At the very least, if you don't like the detergent, you'll have some great multi-purpose cleaning products on your hands. It won't go to waste either way.
Now go find something to wash. : D
I've shared in an earlier post about a few of the things that we do around here to help our planet and our pocketbooks. I'd love to hear what you do so please feel free to share/comment!
Our impending move has made me think about the changes that I want to make in our home. Since I'm the lucky (lucky?) one that does most of the cleaning, I think I should get to decide what to clean with, right? I am committed to making the switch with ALL of our chemical cleaning products. I just don't want those things in our home, on our counters and floors and lingering on all of our fabrics. Call us the Green's because I'm going all the way. LOL
Quite some time ago, I happened upon Crunchy Clean detergents. You can save the "happening upon" and just click here. ; )
I can't say enough about this detergent. Really. I can't. My first order was for the diaper detergent. I was in a diaper detergent rut and I was willing to try just about anything. Crunchy Clean saved the day (and the diapers) for sure! After falling in love with the diaper detergent, I was sure the regular detergent would be a winner too.
I love that these detergents are prepared by a SAHM in her cozy little kitchen. I love that she gets to stay home with her beautiful children while running a successful business AND help the planet. I *love* supporting businesses like that!
Now, as much as I love Crunchy Clean, I have to say I'm about two seconds away from being a make-your-own detergent convert. (Although I'll definitely stick with C.C. for the diapers.)
A friend of mine once made her own liquid detergent. I was turned off by the idea after hearing about the process. I wasn't into gathering empty jugs and containers, grating endless bars of soap, melting them down and then lugging all of the filled buckets and bottles (to an undetermined location) to store them. I just couldn't bite on that whole deal. Sorry, Miriah. ; )
At a recent MOPS meeting we made green cleaners. There were things like all-purpose cleaners and scrubs to make and take. Then there was the dreaded laundry detergent station. I figured I'd give it a try since most of the work was already done for me. I figured, why not?
Let me tell you. I'm hooked. I'm going to gather the ingredients and have enough on hand in case I can't find what I need after we move. I'm sold. It smells wonderful, it cleans great and it's sooooo cheap!!
There's no gathering of empty buckets and jugs or the ruining of your favorite stock pot. The powdered version of homemade detergent really is simple. Here's what you need:
*A container of your choice. You can use an old Cool Whip bowl for a small batch, a large ice cream bucket or even a gallon size Ziploc bag.
I happen to already have two glass jars that I use for detergents. One is for diaper detergent
and the other for "regular". They have air tight lids and looks really cute on a shelf in your
laundry room too. Really though, anything that is air tight will work great.
*A grater. I found that my Pampered Chef Rotary Grater works great. I'm also fortunate to have two of these so I can dedicate one completely to the world of soap grating. It sure pays to be a consultant, huh?
*Measuring cup (1 cup size)
*2 bars of Fels Naptha soap
*A box of Washing Soda
*A box of 20 Mule Team Borax
(I included links in case you can't familiar with these items. This way, you'll know what they look like when you go hunting for them. You can usually find all three of these things in the laundry aisle of your local grocery store.)
For a small batch: Large batch in ( )
Grate 2 bars Fels Naptha (6 bars)
1 c Borax (3 c)
1 c Washing Soda (3 c)
Mix together and store in container
Use 1 T for a small load, 2 for a medium and 3 for a very large or very dirty load.
I encourage you to give this a try. Really, what have you got to lose? At the very least, if you don't like the detergent, you'll have some great multi-purpose cleaning products on your hands. It won't go to waste either way.
Now go find something to wash. : D
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
Even More Reasons to "Go Green"
In my search for a diaper rash/heat rash remedy, I came across this. For some reason I never thought of using Baking Soda in the bath!
I thought this was interesting and worth sharing. Here is the direct link to the page:
Using Baking Soda for Baby’s Bath, Diaper Pail, Cradle Cap, and More!
Discovering new ways to use natural, inexpensive products gives me a slightly bizarre thrill—like winning the lottery, fully reversing global warming, or seeing my toddler son first thing in the morning.
You can imagine my euphoria when I found out that a fifty cent box of baking soda could replace diaper cream, eco-friendly cleaners, and baby bath without any artificial ingredients or phthalates. For those of you that didn’t catch last week’s post, you might want to read up on how baking soda can also replace deodorant, shampoo and even toothpaste!
“Baking Soda: Over 500 Fabulous, Fun, and Frugal Uses You’ve Probably Never Thought of” offers a plethora of ideas using for baking soda with babies and throughout your house. The book is chock full of ways to replace potentially toxic mainstream products and expensive green cleaners with simple baking soda solutions. The list below is compiled from the book’s section on caring for babies and children.
Diaper rash treatment. Generously dilute baking soda with water and gently sponge onto baby’s skin to neutralize the acidity of urine.
Baby bath. Skip the bubbly stuff, and add a few tablespoons of baking soda to baby’s bathwater to soften the skin.
Bath toys. If you have bath toys that are prone to mildew or mold, sprinkle them with a bit of baking soda every now and then. It will prevent the green stuff from growing on junior’s rubber ducky.
Cradle cap treatment. Make a paste of baking soda and add a bit of baby oil. Then gently work the mixture into baby’s scalp and carefully rinse.
Deodorizer for baby bottles and nipples. Soak baby them overnight in hot water and a half of a box baking soda.
Cleanser for baby’s room. Rather than using harsh chemicals, just mix baking soda and water to clean cribs, bassinets, and the changing table.
Diaper deodorizer. Whether you add it to your load of cloth diapers, dump it into your diaper pail, or sprinkle it into your wet bag on the go, baking soda can make cloth diapering infinitely less smelly.
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