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All Natural Wood Polish

Why buy Pledge when 2 ingredients you probably have in your kitchen work just as well? From Vegetarian Times magazine.

Author: Prose

Easy, All Natural Hard Floor Cleaner

Chemical-free! Because Pinesol and Mr. Clean make me gag. Add some essential oils (I like lavender) if you desire a prettier smell. From Vegetarian Times...

Author: Prose

Original Milk Paint

This is the perfect paint for furniture and interior walls, especially for those that want to avoid chemical fumes in their home. Though I found this in...

Author: dogsandwoods

Garbage Disposal Cleaner

Make and share this Garbage Disposal Cleaner recipe from Food.com.

Author: Abby Girl

Easiest Glass Cleaner Ever

This is so somple!! Use Waterless Hand Sanitizer: Purell, etc. It isn't the most economical so I don't reccomend it for everyday use but in a pinch it...

Author: Sully7

Antibacterial Bathroom Cleaner

A natural antibacterial cleanser that helps you clean your home without hurting the planet. The aroma of the essential oils makes the cleaning experience...

Author: byZula

Homemade Spray Starch

Posted by request. Add 1 tablespoon of cornstarch for a ligher starch and 3 tablespoons for stiffer.

Author: Roosie

Homemade Fabric Softener

Here is an alternative fabric softener. You could also add some essential oil for fragrance, if you like.

Author: Amy - Ellies Mommie

Organic Fly Spray

Make and share this Organic Fly Spray recipe from Food.com.

Author: Missy Wombat

Homemade 'Oxygen' Cleaner

The name brand is expensive but this is an inexpensive alternative and less harmful to your clothes than bleach!

Author: TishT

Homemade Air Freshener

Make and share this Homemade Air Freshener recipe from Food.com.

Author: Chelle_N

Upholstery Shampoo

This simple formula will get your upholstered furniture clean quickly, gently, and for a fraction of the price you'd pay for a store-bought upholstery...

Author: txgammi

Christmas Tree Care

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

Author: Crabbycakes

Olive Oil Furniture Polish

I love stupid, easy household tricks! I found that after using this method, the dust seems to settle and not fly around once disturbed....which makes clean...

Author: Abby Girl

Homemade Bleach Alternative(All Natural)

Make and share this Homemade Bleach Alternative(All Natural) recipe from Food.com.

Author: strangelittlebeast

Earth Friendly Polishing Cleanser

This cleanser is so simple. You probably already have the main ingredient in you cupboard. It leaves your sink and your pots sparkling clean without the...

Author: Dreamer in Ontario

Cleans Everything Cleaner (Even Grout!)

This cleaner is great. I use it for everything. Laundry (1/2 cup per load) Dishes (a squirt in the sink) Dishwashers (in the prewash only)Bathroom. It...

Author: Sully7

All Natural Laundry Detergent (1 Year Supply)

This stuff is wonderful! Very economical and perfect for people with sensitive skin/allergies or those who wish to "go green," and it really works! Soap...

Author: Prose

Citron (Etrog) Pomander

The etrog (citron) is a citrus fruit that is used by Jews every year during the holiday of Sukkot (late September, early October, depending on the lunar...

Author: Mirj2338

Window Wash

Once you try this - you will never clean your windows with a different solution - I promise! This "recipe" comes from "Mary Ellen's Best of Helpful Hints"...

Author: ukichix

Detox Your Lunch Box

Organic food can get a little pricey if you are on a budget, but you can still eliminate a good bit of the harmful stuff from your fruits and veggies with...

Author: Charishma_Ramchanda

Oven Cleaner

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

Author: Mandy

Blood Buster

Jerry Baker's books have the most amazing household tips and helpful hints. Here's another good one! If you can't get to a blood stain right away and it's...

Author: txgammi

Plant Leaf Gloss

I have large leafy plants that can get really dusty. I use this solution every 4 - 5 months to keep them clean. The computer does not recognize "part"...

Author: Abby Girl

All Natural Carpet Deodorizer

This will make your house smell wonderful without breaking the bank or exposing your family and pets to harmful chemicals. And you probably have the ingredients...

Author: Prose

Keeping White Socks White

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Author: txgammi

Grandma's Homemade Bleach

Make and share this Grandma's Homemade Bleach recipe from Food.com.

Author: The Daycare Lady

Shampoo for Head Lice

Make and share this Shampoo for Head Lice recipe from Food.com.

Author: The Daycare Lady

Easy No Cost Fire Starters

I'm afraid that I'm not really good at starting fires in the fireplace. And, since it will be fireplace season soon, I thought that I would post this little...

Author: lazyme

Earth Friendly All Purpose Cleaner

WOW! No streaks, no smears, no buffing. This will clean ceramic tile counter tops, windows and their vinyl casings, SS appliances, sealed wood AND it removes...

Author: Deely

Wildlife Repellent Recipe

by Carol Martino This mixture is non-toxic and it will not harm any animal, but will succeed in keeping them away. This probably will not work for birds...

Author: drhousespcatcher

Fragrant Linen Water

I will never be a domestic goddess, I like cooking but I hate ironing!! Spraying this on the pieces to be ironed makes that dreadful task a bit more bearable!...

Author: PetsRus

Scented Rocks

Place these homemade rocks in a bowl or dish to scent your room. This is a nice alternative to potpourri! Recipe from www.make-stuff.com I dusted my scented...

Author: Charishma_Ramchanda

Plant Spray

Make and share this Plant Spray recipe from Food.com.

Author: blah bla bla

Squeaky Door Hinge Be Gone!

Make and share this Squeaky Door Hinge Be Gone! recipe from Food.com.

Author: UmmBinat

Removing Perspiration Stains

Make and share this Removing Perspiration Stains recipe from Food.com.

Author: Rita1652

Natural Wood Furniture Dusting Spray

A neat, organic cleaner as posted on Frugally Sustainable. I like that it's not loaded with toxic chemicals.

Author: Molly53

BSV Unusual but GREAT grease cleaner

This is one of my most "precious" recipes that I am so proud to be sharing with my friends on Zaar and the rest of the world. This recipe was born on the...

Author: Charishma_Ramchanda

Stain Soak Recipe for Fabrics

I had received this recipe years ago from WestminsterLace as their "trusted recipe" for spotless linens, cottons and cotton blends. They proffered lace-touched...

Author: gailanng

Christmas Potpourri

This has been great fun gathering all the stuff, now I am patiently waiting "a few weeks", it should be ready for Christmas. I will place it in among the...

Author: Derf2440

Best Cleaning Silver

I have some rather large pieces of silver....some of them dating back to l884 that have been passed down through the family! This was enough to clean 2...

Author: Abby Girl

"Green" Baking Soda Cleanser

Great for all purpose cleaning, including (but not limited to) the shower, glasses, and dishes. Works very well on stainless steel. Inexpensive and no...

Author: one_of_t2

Nonstick Cookware Stain Remover

Have you ever got something baked hard on your Nonstick cookware? Here is a way to possibly get it off that pan without scratching the surface!

Author: TishT

Stir up Spray Starch

This recipe comes from a book by Jerry Baker and is his favorite for spray starching. I've not tried this one yet but will soon. There are several ways...

Author: txgammi

Christmas Colored Flame Yule Logs

Making your own Yule logs is part of the fun of an old fashioned Christmas. Be careful that your children stay away from the coloring chemicals they can...

Author: Bergy

Homemade Cling Toilet Bowl Cleaner (That Really Works!)

Works as well (or better than) the commercial stuff with the chemicals in it. You can add a few drops of blue food coloring, if you prefer. I also recommend...

Author: WI Cheesehead

Powdered Laundry Soap

This is an easy and frugal way to make your own laundry soap. Try making your own scents using different scented soaps! This recipe orignally calls for...

Author: Pepper Monkey

Worked for Me Safe Ant Kill (Homemade Ant Killer)

Each time I went into the kitchen, I saw ants all over the counter. I'd spray bleach cleaner on them, wipe them up and next time I'd go in the kitchen,...

Author: Karen..

Shower Cleaner Once a Week No Shower Mold Ever Again!

We had random mold spots in the shower on and off forever until I finally found a way to eliminate it forever. Once a week, and no more mold, forever!....

Author: OneEyeJack

Antifungal Rose Spray

I know people love their roses. If you have some you may want to try this home brew. From Woman's Day 4/20/99

Author: Charlotte J