WE all know that scratchy feeling at the back of your throat – the dreaded, tell-tale sign that a cold is on the way. One ...

Ever since I rendered my first batch of beef tallow, I’ve been amazed by how many ways it can be used around the homestead.

When it comes to getting ready for the holidays, many people take a page out of Santa’s book: Make a list, then check it twice. It’s a strategy for success, according to entertaining and home-keeping ...

In a spray bottle, combine 2 cups of water, ¼ cup white vinegar, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and 3 drops of dish soap (plus, up ...

I used to buy everything ready-made because it felt easier, but I was spending more than I realized. I started making a few ...

We use soap every day, whether to wash ourselves, our clothes or our dishes. In the supermarket, it is easy to come by and ...

Add 1/2 to 1 cup (depending on load size) white vinegar to the last rinse in the washer. Vinegar is cheap, nontoxic, ...

Don't toss those used dryer sheets after one use. Repurpose them to remove soap scum, dust, lint, and pet hair and to get rid ...

From switching to powdered laundry detergent to investing in washable sponges, these money-saving swaps work well for those ...

Drains can clog up with leaves, twigs and other dirt and dust, while food waste down your kitchen sink can also block up ...

IRISH homeowners are being urged to avoid rat and mice infestations with a 3 cent cupboard item. As outdoor temperatures drop ...