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Play Clay

This is a modeling dough for children that can also be used to make Christmas ornaments. I found this one in a newpaper. I haven't tried it but it looks...

Author: _Pixie_

Charishma's Amazing Plastic Shower Curtain Cleaner

I made this all by myself and it works like a charm! This was actually put together last weekend when I was trying my hardest to clean my brother's bath...

Author: Charishma_Ramchanda

Eco friendly Cream Cleanser

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Author: Evamyth

Windex

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Author: Debs Recipes

De Skunker

Make and share this De-Skunker recipe from Food.com.

Author: Michigan Dreamer

Reindeer Food

I'm posting this in response to a request. If my children were younger and we lived up north, you can be sure you'd find this on our lawn!

Author: SilentCricket

Faux Febreeze

A wonderful dirt cheap alternative to buying a $5 bottle of Febreze. This version is about 5 cents to make and the scent is much nicer too. I use it all...

Author: Loves2Teach

Homemade Wood Furniture Polish

Make and share this Homemade Wood Furniture Polish recipe from Food.com.

Author: TishT

Pergo or Any Laminate Floor Cleaner

An economical laminate floor cleaner spray that you can make for pennies... and it gets your floors just as clean as that expensive cleaner they sell in...

Author: atlfitgirl

Homemade Window Cleaner

Make and share this Homemade Window Cleaner recipe from Food.com.

Author: TishT

Tile and Grout Cleaner

Make and share this Tile and Grout Cleaner recipe from Food.com.

Author: JustaQT

Dish Washer Cleaning Made Easy

Thanks to Bev's recipe for cleaning my clothes washer I thought maybe someone would also enjoy a shiny clean dish washer!

Author: TishT

Laminate Floor Cleaner

Environmentally friendly, no harsh chemicals! We tried the expensive cleaners and found our floors still looked streaky and dull. This homemade cleaner...

Author: Chelle_N

Fruit Fly/Gnat Trap

I detest any type of bug or fly in my house, so when I saw a newscast regarding fruit flies, my interest perked up quite quickly! (I am the one that runs...

Author: Abby Girl

Air Freshener

This is a quick, simple, and inexpesive way to freshen your home. No toxic chemicals, all natural recipe from another informative website.

Author: lauralie41

Daily shower cleaner

Daily shower cleaner. Much cheaper than the stuff you buy in the store. Use only on tile. (not fiberglass)

Author: seashell

Furniture polish

This is from The Queen of Clean, out of her book called Talking Dirty with the Queen of Clean. It works really well, especially on wood that is dry or...

Author: That girl Mel

Applesauce Spice Ornaments

Looking for a gift idea for friends and family? Or maybe you're looking for some ornaments for a Christmas tree! Try these fragrant ornaments! Maybe you...

Author: SilentCricket

Brass and Copper Cleaner

Make and share this Brass and Copper Cleaner recipe from Food.com.

Author: Audrey M

Skunk Deodorizer

I have not personally had to try this YET, but understand this works better than tomato juice for neutralizing the skunk solution. Use this first, as it...

Author: Claire de Luna

No Iron Wrinkle Remover

I got this recipe from a newsletter I get by e-mail. Sorry, don't remember the name but this works really well and I thought it should be shared.

Author: Cloudtears

Homemade Liquid Laundry Detergent

Got this recipe off a do it yourself site. It really works and is much cheaper than buying detergent at the store. Add a small amount of essential oil...

Author: TishT

Cut Flower Preservative #1

I stumbled across this recipe for making your own flower preservative on About.com today. TIPS: To keep your cut flowers fresh you need to give them water...

Author: Dreamer in Ontario

Essential Oil Room Air Freshener Spray Recipe

Essential Oil Room Air Freshener Spray Recipe Make your own essential oil air freshening sprays with this fun and easy recipe! You can bottle this and...

Author: JustaQT

Carpet Cleaner for Steam Cleaning Machine

An inexpensive alternative to the store-bought variety. To check for color-fastness: test a bit of cleaner on an inconspicuous area of the carpet before...

Author: Fauve

Holiday Potpourri

Make and share this Holiday Potpourri recipe from Food.com.

Author: Miss Diggy

Odor be gone Pet Urine Remover

Make and share this Odor-be-gone Pet Urine Remover recipe from Food.com.

Author: txgammi

Homemade Clean Shower

Found via Google in reply to a request. Rinse agent is the blue liquid you add to your dishwasher once a month. Jet-dry is the most popular brand but Cascade...

Author: Evamyth

How to Remove Water Marks from Wooden Furniture

My kids and former husband were bad about leaving their glass full of melting ice on top of their desks or next to their chair. I've found this works pretty...

Author: breezermom

Homemade Oven Cleaner

Ganked this one from the Monthly Cheapskate Newletter! It is from Judeen C. in Washington. I haven't tried this yet, but you can be sure I will!

Author: Amy - Ellies Mommie

Lavender Pillow Mist

This natural sedative will help you relax and drift off into a deep and restful sleep. Enjoy my favourite pillow recipe! This is from the book 'Spa' Glow...

Author: Charishma_Ramchanda

Stain Remover for Clothes

My daughter spilled a cup of grape juice on her hot pink shirt. This did the trick, and the shirt's still pink! I got this from my sister in law and am...

Author: Kaarin

Liquid Fire Ant Control

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Author: princessshree85

Improve the Efficiency of Your Septic Tank

Make and share this Improve the Efficiency of Your Septic Tank recipe from Food.com.

Author: The Daycare Lady

Economical Homemade Liquid Laundry Soap

This homemade laundry soap can really help save money, plus it seems to work as well as the store bought soap. It cost about .30 cents per gallon to make!...

Author: Kim D.

Grandpa's Antacid Relief

Make and share this Grandpa's Antacid Relief recipe from Food.com.

Author: The Daycare Lady

Christmas Tree Food

Make and share this Christmas Tree Food recipe from Food.com.

Author: Diana Adcock

Lemon Air Freshener

This is from Cd Kitchen, I haven't been able to find the lemon balm or verbena to make this yet but always love a natural alternative to aerosols so aim...

Author: Mandy

Easy Weed Killer

Our HOA is a stickler about grass/weeds in the expansion joints of the driveway, but I am extremely leery of herbicides (or any commercial 'cide'). This...

Author: SeaDawn

All Purpose Cleaner/Disinfectant

Tea tree oil and thyme essential oils are antiseptic, antifungal, antiviral and are great for use in the home. As the testers pointed out, it's perfectly...

Author: byZula

Brass Cleaner

Now clean all brass objects in your home without buying expensive brass cleaners at the grocery store. Easy recipe to adjust to the amount you need.

Author: jmdoyle

Beeswax Furniture Polish

Beeswax furniture polish with its soft, satin shine is considered the ultimate in wood care. What a terrific polish! I surfed across the recipe online...

Author: txgammi

Dishwasher Tablets

I found this on another site and wanted to share. Those darned storebought dishwasher tabs are SO expensive. Borax and washing soda should both be available...

Author: Molly53

Vanilla Room Spray Recipe

Make and share this Vanilla Room Spray Recipe recipe from Food.com.

Author: JustaQT

Homemade Windshield Wiper Fluid for Freezing Winters

I posted another homemade recipe for windshield cleaning fluid but that is for "most weather". This is the combination for those of you living in freezing...

Author: Penny Stettinius

Vasili's White Oil Spray

Make and share this Vasili's White Oil Spray recipe from Food.com.

Author: Missy Wombat

Homemade Carpet Freshener

We have cats and dogs and once a month I "treat" the house using this. I use mostly lavender and rosemary oil but also like lemongrass or peppermint. They...

Author: PetsRus

Play Dough

I like the recipe cause it is simple to make, and the kids love the smell, got the recipe from a Martha Stewart show.

Author: Anna P.

Silver Cleaner

Make and share this Silver Cleaner recipe from Food.com.

Author: Chelle_N