Weekly Roundup - Living On Nothing Edition [Survival Today

Did you hear about the guy that lives on nothing? No seriously, he lives on zero dollars a day. Meet Daniel Suelo, who lives in a cave outside Moab, Utah. Suelo has no mortgage, no car payment, no debt of any kind. He also has no home, no car, no television, and absolutely no “creature comforts.” But he does have a lot of creatures, as in the mice and bugs that scurry about the cave floor he’s called home for the last three years.

To us, Suelo probably sounds a little extreme. Actually, he probably sounds very extreme. After all, I suspect most of you reading this are doing so under the protection of some sort of man-made shelter, and with some amount of money on your person, and probably a few needs for money, too. And who doesn’t need money unless they have completely unplugged from the grid? Still, it’s an amusing story about a guy who rejects all forms of consumerism as we know it.

How to Brew Your Own Beer and Maybe Save Some Money. A fantastic introduction to home brewing, something I’ve never done myself, but always been interested in trying. (@Generation X Finance)

Contentment: A Great Financial Principle. If I had to name one required emotion for living a frugal lifestyle it would be contentment. Once you are content with your belongings and your lot in life you can ignore forces attempting to separate you from your money. (@Personal Finance by the Book)

Use Energy Star Appliances to Save On Utility Costs. I enjoyed this post because it included actual numbers, and actual total savings, from someone who upgraded to new, energy star appliances. (@The Digerati Life)

Over-Saving for Retirement? Is it possible to “over-save” for retirement? Yes, I think so. At some point I like the idea of putting some money aside in taxable investments outside of retirement funds, to be accessed prior to traditional retirement age. (@The Simple Dollar)

40 Things to Teach My Kids Before They Leave Home. A great list of both practical and philosophical lessons to teach your kids before they reach the age where they know everything. I think that now happens around 13 years-old. (@My Supercharged Life)

Index Fund Investing Overview. If you are looking for a place to invest with high diversification and relatively low fees (for broader index funds with low turnover), index funds are a great place to start. (@Money Smart Life)

5 Reasons To Line Dry Your Laundry. My wife and I may soon be installing a clothesline in our backyard. In many neighborhoods they are frowned upon - one of the reasons I don’t like living in a neighborhood. I digress. One of our neighbors recently put up a clothesline, and we might just follow his lead. (@Simple Mom)

* 4 Quick Tips for Getting Out of a Rut * Young and Cash Rich * Embracing Simple Style * First Trading Experience With OptionsHouse * The Exponential Power of Delayed Consumption * How Much Emergency Fund is Enough? * 50 Questions that Will Free Your Mind * Save Money On Car Insurance

How To Clean Brass: {Homemade Cleaners}

Posted By TipNut On February 15, 2010 @ 6:19 am In Homemade Cleaners, Household Tips | No Comments

Here’s a list of homemade cleaners I’ve collected over the years to help remove tarnish and buff brass to a shine, some of them may surprise you!

Brass Can Be Found On Many Fixtures Around The House

* To Clean Brass: Using a damp cloth or toothbrush, scrub cleaner into brass. Wipe off with a clean, damp cloth then buff to a shine with a piece of flannel or other soft cloth. If the piece has a lacquer coating for protection, don’t use brass cleaner since this can damage the coating, simply use a damp cloth to wipe clean then dry with a soft cloth.

Homemade Brass Cleaners & Recipes

* Worcestershire Sauce (from Homekeeping – A Natural Shine To Cleaning [1])
* Tabasco sauce
* Ketchup (allow to dry then scrub off with a cloth or soft bristle brush)
* Tomato Juice Soak: Cover the piece with tomato juice and allow to soak for a few hours. Rinse off with clear water then buff dry.
* Milk Soak: Mix two parts milk with one part water, soak brass pieces for a couple hours then rinse with clear water and buff dry with a clean cloth. If you’re out of milk, try plain yogurt (undiluted) or sour milk instead.
* Vinegar Soak: Mix two parts vinegar with one part water, soak brass pieces for a couple hours then rinse with clear water and buff dry with a clean cloth.
* Cream of Tartar & Lemon Juice: Make a paste then scrub into piece. Rinse off with clear water and buff with a soft clean cloth.
* Equal Parts Flour, Vinegar & Salt. Make a thick paste by adding vinegar to the salt and flour then smear on the paste using a damp sponge or cloth. Rub gently into the brass then let dry for one hour. Rinse well with warm water then buff dry. Source: Homemade Metal Polish: Recipes [2].
* Vinegar & Salt: Pour vinegar on a clean cloth, sprinkle with salt then gently rub into brass object to clean.
* Lemon Juice & Salt or Baking Soda: Sprinkle salt or baking soda on a wedge of lemon, this will provide a gentle abrasion for cleaning.
* Old-timers Tip: Rub brass all over with olive oil then with a dry rotten-stone (tripoli), remove with a clean cloth and buff to a shine.

Protect Brass From Tarnishing: Keep brass shiny by polishing it with olive oil after cleaning.

How To Remove Lacquer Finish: Some brass pieces have a lacquer finish to help prevent tarnishing. If you wish to remove it, boil brass piece in a large pot of boiling water with 3 tablespoons baking soda and 3 tablespoons washing soda. Polish dry with a soft, dry cloth once the lacquer has been successfully removed.

* Why do things like Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco sauce & Lemon Juice work? It’s the acidic content that eats away at the tarnish. Milk also contains a lactic acid and that’s why soaking brass in milk will help clean the piece.

Don’t Miss These Tips:

* Homemade Metal Polish: Recipes [2]
* How To Clean A Stainless Steel Sink [3]
* Homemade Cleaners For The Bathroom {Peppermint} [4]

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[1] Homekeeping – A Natural Shine To Cleaning: http://tipnut.com/homekeeping-a-natural-shine-to-cleaning-recipes/

[2] Homemade Metal Polish: Recipes: http://tipnut.com/homemade-metal-polish/

[3] How To Clean A Stainless Steel Sink: http://tipnut.com/how-to-clean-a-stainless-steel-sink/

[4] Homemade Cleaners For The Bathroom {Peppermint}: http://tipnut.com/homemade-cleaners-bathroom/

Homemade Metal Polish: Recipes

Posted By TipNut On November 1, 2006 @ 3:10 pm In Homemade Cleaners | No Comments

Materials Needed:

1 TBSP Flour
1 TBSP Salt
1 TBSP White Vinegar

Instructions:

* In a small bowl, combine salt and flour. Stir until well blended.
* Make a thick paste by adding vinegar to the salt and flour.
* Using a damp sponge or cloth, smear on the paste. Rub gently.
* Allow polish to dry for approximately one hour.
* Rinse metal piece well with warm water.
* Buff dry with soft cloth.

Suitable Metals: Brass, Bronze, Copper, Pewter
Not Suitable For: Silver, Silver Plate, Jewelry
Quick Tip: Copper Cleaner Mix

How To Clean Copper – Recipe:

Mix equal parts of flour, salt and vinegar. Store in jar.

Spread a small amount on moist copper; let stand a few minutes and rinse.

*Found on loose page from an old cookbook

Don’t Miss These Tips:

* Homemade Beeswax Furniture Polish Recipes [1]
* Homemade Jewelry Cleaner [2]
* Homemade Silver Polishing Cloths [3]

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[1] Homemade Beeswax Furniture Polish Recipes: http://tipnut.com/homemade-beeswax-furniture-polish-recipes/

[2] Homemade Jewelry Cleaner: http://tipnut.com/homemade-jewelry-cleaner/

[3] Homemade Silver Polishing Cloths: http://tipnut.com/homemade-silver-polishing-cloths/

How To Clean A Stainless Steel Sink

Posted By TipNut On February 16, 2007 @ 7:42 am In Kitchen Cleaning | 1 Comment

For light cleaning jobs, you can try one of the following methods to clean a stainless steel sink.

First clean with hot soapy water, drain, then:

* Use a clean cloth soaked in some white vinegar and scrub the sink
* Sprinkle baking soda around the sink then scrub it down with a damp sponge

For tougher cleanup jobs:

* Linda Cobb (the Queen of Clean) suggests mixing 3 parts cream of tartar with 1 part hydrogen peroxide and then using a damp cloth, massage the mix into the sink. Let it dry then wipe with a damp cloth.
* 1 part vinegar, 1 part hot water, 1/2 part baking soda. Scrub mixture into sink using a damp sponge or cloth. Rinse well then dry with a clean cloth.
* I’ve also been told a tip to spray a layer of hot water over the sink to cover, then spray a layer of household ammonia. Cover sink with a plastic bag (stretched across the top with ends taped down on counter top) and leave overnight. Rinse the ammonia off in the morning then wash with hot, soapy water and dry with a clean cloth.

To make the sink shiny:

* Clean the sink well then rub in baby oil, or olive oil, or windex and dry with a clean cloth

Good scrubbers for sink cleaning:

* Soft nylon bristle scrubbers or nylon pot scrubbers. Don’t use anything too abrasive that will scratch the stainless steel.

Don’t Miss These Tips:

* How To Clean Stainless Steel Appliances: Tips [1]
* How To Clean A Range Hood [2]
* How To Speed Clean Your Kitchen [3]

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[2] How To Clean A Range Hood: http://tipnut.com/how-to-clean-a-range-hood/

[3] How To Speed Clean Your Kitchen: http://tipnut.com/how-to-speed-clean-your-kitchen/

Homemade Cleaners For The Bathroom {Peppermint}

Posted By TipNut On August 31, 2009 @ 8:43 am In Homemade Cleaners, Household Tips, Kitchen Tips | No Comments

Mint Essential Oil

Homemade Peppermint Shower Scrub

1 cup baking soda
1/4 tsp peppermint essential oil

* Mix the ingredients then store in a glass mason jar.
* To use: Sprinkle on a wet sponge and scrub bath and shower walls. Rinse off with water.

All-Purpose Cleaner

1 cup distilled water
1/2 cup household vinegar
1/2 tsp liquid castille soap
1/4 tsp Peppermint essential oil

* Mix ingredients in a spray bottle and shake before use.
* To use: Spray on tiles and walls, wipe clean with a damp sponge.

Homemade Floor Cleaner

1 gallon hot water
2 TBS liquid castille soap
1/4 tsp Peppermint essential oil

* Mix ingredients in a large bucket.
* To use: Mop floor.

Bathroom Mold Remover

1/2 cup vinegar
1/2 cup salt
1/2 tsp peppermint essential oil

* Mix ingredients in a spray bottle, shake well before use.
* To use: Spray mold then leave sit for a few minutes before wiping off mold.

Toilet Bowl Cleaner & Freshener

1 cup baking soda
1 cup vinegar

* To use: First drizzle baking soda into the toilet. Top with vinegar. Allow to fizz for 10 minutes then use a toilet brush to scrub toilet clean. After cleaning the toilet, wipe underneath the seat and around the rim with a damp cloth that has a few drops of peppermint essential oil.

Shower Spray

* See these recipes: Homemade Shower Spray Recipes [1]

You’ll find plenty more cleaning recipes on Tipnut here: Homemade Cleaners [2].

Don’t Miss These Tips:

* Homemade Shower Spray Recipes [1]
* Homemade Herbal Cleaner Recipes [3]
* 10 Quick Tips For A Shiny Bathroom [4]

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[1] Homemade Shower Spray Recipes: http://tipnut.com/homemade-shower-spray-recipes/

[2] Homemade Cleaners: http://tipnut.com/category/cleaning/cleaning-recipes/

[3] Homemade Herbal Cleaner Recipes: http://tipnut.com/homemade-herbal-cleaner-recipes/

[4] 10 Quick Tips For A Shiny Bathroom: http://tipnut.com/tips-bathroom/

Homemade Herbal Cleaner Recipes

Posted By TipNut On December 28, 2006 @ 1:40 pm In Homemade Cleaners | 6 Comments

Thyme Cleaner – Disinfectant

2 1/2 cups water
1 handful thyme (fresh or dried)
Vinegar
Liquid castille soap (squirt)

* Boil water, add thyme. Simmer for several hours over medium-low heat, covered. Cool, then strain. Pour the water into a spray bottle, top with white vinegar and squirt of soap. Use as needed.

Herb Disinfectant Cleaner

This spray cleaner disinfects surfaces, kills mold, and discourages its return. Eucaplyptus, lavender, and tea tree are all known for their antimicrobial properties.

1 tsp. sodium lauryl sulfate
1 tsp. borax
2 Tbs. white vinegar
2 cups hot water
1/4 tsp. eucalyptus essential oil
1/4 tsp. lavender essential oil
3 drops tea tree essential oil

* Mix all ingredients together and stir until dry ingredients dissolve. Pour into spray bottle. To use, spray as needed on any surface except glass. Scrub and rinse with clean, damp cloth.

*Source: The Herb Companion, September 1999

Herbal All Purpose Cleaner

1 cup water
1 cup vinegar
2 tsp liquid castille soap
25 drops essential oil of thyme, eucalyptus, tea tree, lavendar, sandalwood, lemon, orange

* Add all ingredients to a large spray bottle (about 22 ounces) and shake before using. This formula disinfects and can be used on any washable surface in your home. Naturally antiviral and antifungal.

*Source: The Naturally Clean Home by Karyn Siegel-Maier

Lavender Soft Scrubber

3/4 cup baking soda
1/4 cup powdered milk
1/8 cup (one-eighth) liquid castile soap
5 drops lavender Essential Oil

* Combine all ingredients in a squirt-top bottle and add enough water to make a smooth paste. Shake or stir to mix. Apply to surface, then wipe area clean with a damp sponge or cloth. Rinse well.

*Source: The Naturally Clean Home by Karyn Siegel-Maier

Don’t Miss These Tips:

* Homemade Cleaners For The Bathroom {Peppermint} [1]
* Homemade Shower Spray Recipes [2]
* Homemade Carpet Cleaner: Recipe [3]

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[2] Homemade Shower Spray Recipes: http://tipnut.com/homemade-shower-spray-recipes/

[3] Homemade Carpet Cleaner: Recipe: http://tipnut.com/homemade-carpet-cleaner/

How To Make A Rose Jar

Posted By TipNut On February 1, 2010 @ 3:03 am In Crafty Ideas | 2 Comments

Gather rose leaves when dry. Spread out in a dark room on paper and sprinkle with salt. When thoroughly dry, put 1 qt. rose petals in a pan and put this mixture over them:

* 1 tsp. oil of cloves
* 1 tsp. cassia buds
* 1 tsp. lavender
* 1 Tbls. Orris root, powdered
* 1 oz. of any good perfume (not Lily of the Valley)

Keep in covered jar. When you wish to use it, shake well and leave cover off. You can add a few Rose Geranium leaves or dried mint leaves.

Source: These directions are from the Kitchen-Klatter Magazine, July, 1952

Originally Published February 23, 2007 *Removed “A few drops of oil of sassafras” that was listed as an ingredient.

Don’t Miss These Tips:

* Homemade Rose Bath Oil [1]
* Rose Hips: Tips & Recipes [2]
* Homemade Rose Dusting Powder Recipe [3]

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[1] Homemade Rose Bath Oil: http://tipnut.com/homemade-rose-bath-oil/

[2] Rose Hips: Tips & Recipes: http://tipnut.com/rose-hips/

[3] Homemade Rose Dusting Powder Recipe: http://tipnut.com/homemade-rose-dusting-powder-recipe/

Make Your Own Bookmarks: 32 Crafty Ideas & Printables

Posted By TipNut On January 23, 2010 @ 6:09 am In Crafty Ideas, Paper Crafts | 1 Comment

If there’s one page full of creative and gift-worthy bookmarks to keep on hand, this is the one! All kinds of free printables and crafty ways to make lovely bookmarks for yourself or as a gift.
32 Crafty & Printable Bookmarks To Make

1. Fabric Bookmarks [1]: Use pretty scraps of fabric to cover cardstock (with rubber cement). Super easy and they turn out very nice!
2. Happiness, Perspective, Truth, Kindness [2]: Four different bookmark designs each featuring one of these words. Bright & cheery printables!
3. Heart Bookmark [3]: A quick & lovely bookmark from Martha Stewart.
4. Wire Heart Bookmarks [4]: Bend 20 gauge wire into shape for these lovelies.
5. Copper Bookmark Tutorial [5]: Easy to make bookmark with 8 gauge copper wire (can also use sterling silver wire). A few twists and added beads make these a lovely gift.
6. Paper Clip Charms [6]: The classic paper clip is indispensable, but these handmade clips — which double as bookmarks — are much more enchanting. Try clipping one onto a homemade card for a surprising little gift.
7. Ribbon Book Marks [7]: Lovely way to use up scraps of ribbon.
8. Paper Weaving Bookmarks [8]: Use strips cut from magazine pages to weave a colourful and original design. Once you’ve finished weaving, you can easily turn your work into a stylish bookmark.

1. Think Kindly Bookmarks [9]: Free printables with “Think Kindly” design.
2. Beaded Bookmark [10]: Hold your place in your next book with a fun and funky beaded wire bookmark that works up quicker than you can say “Once upon a time.”
3. Bookmarks With Vintage Fabric [11]: Cut shapes into self-adhesive paper then cover with vintage fabric, very nice!
4. How To: Handmade Hardwood Bookmark [12]: Apply design with a permanent marker or wood burner.
5. Origami Corner Bookmark [13]: This tiny origami bookmark is really easy to make and doesn’t fall off the page when you open your book!
6. Fabric Bookmark Tutorial [14]: These bookmarks are so smart looking, and very easy to make!
7. Clip-Art Craft: Magnet Bookmarks [15]: Stylish shirt & tie bookmarks from Martha Stewart.
8. Ribbon Buckle Bookmarks [16]: A piece of ribbon, a buckle and a brad makes these gift-worthy bookmarks.

1. Elastic Bookmark Tutorial [17]: Elastic cording, charms & beads make these lovely bookmarks.
2. Elastic Wrap Bookmark [18]: Use cereal box cardboard, some pretty paper and flat elastic to make these bookmarks–template included.
3. Tutorial – Handsewn Bookmark [19]: Made with watercolor paper, watercolors and a bit of embroidery for a totally personalized bookmark.
4. Fabric Corner Magnetic Bookmark [20]: A little bit of embroidery goes a long way with this charmer.
5. Harry Potter Bookscarf Pattern [21]: Knit a mini-Harry Potter scarf for this creative bookmark idea.
6. Chicken Scratch Bookmarks Tutorial [22]: Embellish scraps of gingham with this easy embroidery.
7. Scrap Savvy Bookmark Tutorial [23]: A few fabric scraps can be made into lovely bookmarks.
8. Freebie: Papercut Snowflake Bookmark [24]: Tutorial and templates available via pdf download.

1. Bluebird Happiness Printable Bookmarks [25]: Sweet little bluebirds with the word “Happiness”.
2. Pretty Corner Bookmark Template [26]: Use patterned paper to make these pretties.
3. Cute Critters [27]: Very sweet design for the kiddos.
4. Crocheted Bead Book Thong [28]: Quick project to whip up this gift-worthy bookmark.
5. Jan Brett Bookmarks [29]: Free printable bookmarks in very gorgeous designs, lots to choose from. Available via pdf download.
6. Easy Magnetic Bookmarks [30]: Cover pieces of cereal box cardboard with pretty paper, glue on a small magnet and voila! a lovely magnetic bookmark.
7. Freebies: Chick Chic Bookmark [31]: Here’s a colorful chick to print out (many colors available) that will peek out your book and hold your spot.
8. Make A Magnetic Photo Bookmark [32]: Fun project using photos.

Don’t Miss These Tips:

* 19 Free Kitchen, Household & Crafty Printables [33]
* Mini File Folders & Labels: Free Printables [34]
* Paper Crafts Saturday: Freebie Printables (List 3) [35]

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URLs in this post:

[1] Fabric Bookmarks: http://howaboutorange.blogspot.com/2009/01/fabric-bookmarks.html

[2] Happiness, Perspective, Truth, Kindness: http://triciarennea.blogspot.com/2009/04/my-first-blog-book-review-and-bookmarks.html

[3] Heart Bookmark: http://www.marthastewart.com/good-things/heart-bookmark

[4] Wire Heart Bookmarks: http://lostbuttonstudio.blogspot.com/2009/05/wire-heart-bookmarks.html

[5] Copper Bookmark Tutorial: http://featheredfibers.wordpress.com/2008/12/05/copper-bookmark-tutorial/

[6] Paper Clip Charms: http://www.marthastewart.com/good-things/paper-clip-charms

[7] Ribbon Book Marks: http://blissfullydomestic.com/2008/ribbon-bookmark

[8] Paper Weaving Bookmarks: http://foldingtrees.com/2008/09/paper-weaving-tutorial/

[9] Think Kindly Bookmarks: http://triciarennea.blogspot.com/2009/01/think-kindly-bookmarks-abd-bookplates.html

[10] Beaded Bookmark: http://www.bhg.com/crafts/beads/decorating/beaded-bookmark/

[11] Bookmarks With Vintage Fabric: http://howaboutorange.blogspot.com/2007/07/bookmarks-with-vintage-fabric.html

[12] How To: Handmade Hardwood Bookmark: http://www.curbly.com/chrisjob/posts/3689-how-to-handmade-hardwood-bookmark

[13] Origami Corner Bookmark: http://foldingtrees.com/2008/09/tutorial-review-origami-bookmark/

[14] Fabric Bookmark Tutorial: http://sewsimplycreative.blogspot.com/2009/11/bookmark-tutorial.html

[15] Clip-Art Craft: Magnet Bookmarks: http://www.marthastewart.com/article/clip-art-craft-magnet-bookmarks

[16] Ribbon Buckle Bookmarks: http://snsribbon.wordpress.com/2008/03/03/how-to-ribbon-bookmarks/

[17] Elastic Bookmark Tutorial: http://whimsy-girl.blogspot.com/2008/12/elastic-bookmark-tutorial.html

[18] Elastic Wrap Bookmark: http://applehead.typepad.com/applehead/2007/12/everyone-needs.html

[19] Tutorial – Handsewn Bookmark: http://wisdomofthemoon.blogspot.com/2009/03/tutorial-handsewn-bookmark.html

[20] Fabric Corner Magnetic Bookmark: http://www.kootoyoo.com/2009/10/how-to-make-corner-bookmark.html

[21] Harry Potter Bookscarf Pattern: http://knittingwithlaura.blog-city.com/harry_potter_bookscarf_pattern.htm

[22] Chicken Scratch Bookmarks Tutorial: http://kerrimade.blogspot.com/2008/04/chicken-scratch-bookmarks-tutorial.html

[23] Scrap Savvy Bookmark Tutorial: http://7layerstudio.typepad.com/7_layer_studio/2008/09/scrap-savvy-bookmark-tutorial.html

[24] Freebie: Papercut Snowflake Bookmark: http://www.fogandthistle.com/?p=2007

[25] Bluebird Happiness Printable Bookmarks: http://triciarennea.blogspot.com/2009/04/happiness-bluebird-spread-word.html

[26] Pretty Corner Bookmark Template: http://www.cheekymagpie.com/?p=21

[27] Cute Critters: http://triciarennea.blogspot.com/2009/07/more-cute-critter-for-back-to-school.html

[28] Crocheted Bead Book Thong: http://arminas-aminals.blogspot.com/2008/01/arminas-crocheted-bookmark.html

[29] Jan Brett Bookmarks: http://janbrett.com/bookmarks/bookmarks.htm

[30] Easy Magnetic Bookmarks: http://www.flipflopsandapplesauce.com/2008/10/magnetic-bookmarks.html

[31] Freebies: Chick Chic Bookmark: http://jinjerup.blogspot.com/2009/04/freebies-chick-chic-bookmark.html

[32] Make A Magnetic Photo Bookmark: http://photojojo.com/content/diy/magnetic-photo-bookmark/

[33] 19 Free Kitchen, Household & Crafty Printables: http://tipnut.com/free-kitchen-household-crafty-printables/

[34] Mini File Folders & Labels: Free Printables: http://tipnut.com/mini-file-folders/

[35] Paper Crafts Saturday: Freebie Printables (List 3): http://tipnut.com/freebie-printables-3/

Ice Scraper Hand Mitt: {Tutorial}

Posted By TipNut On January 22, 2010 @ 1:06 pm In Crafty Ideas | No Comments

Ice & Snow Scraper Hand Mitt Tutorial By theidearoom.blogspot.com

Today’s feature is from The Idea Room with this clever Ice/Snow Scraper Hand Mitt Tutorial [1]:

I realize that not all of you are living with frigid temperatures, snow and ice right now, but we are. Believe it or not, I really do love snow and snow storms! I just don’t like when I have to scrape it or ice off the car in the frigid outdoor air temperatures. And since I am not very good about using gloves, I decided to make my ice scraper a little more frozen-finger friendly. So, I made a hand mitt for my scraper to keep my hand nice and toasty while de-icing my windshield.

Here is a tutorial and a free downloadable pattern!

I’m so impressed with this idea, each year I face {{{cold}}} harsh winters and even with mitts or gloves on your hands can still get cold while chipping away at the ice on the windshield. These are quick & easy to whip up, all you need for supplies:

* 2 coordinating fabrics
* Quilt batting
* Ice scraper (both large or small will work)

Please visit the site above for all the details to make your own, so crafty!

Don’t Miss These Tips:

* Fiesta Bath Mitt: {Knitting} [2]
* Winter Craft: Lace & Ice [3]
* Homemade Hand Balm Tutorial [4]

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URLs in this post:

[1] Ice/Snow Scraper Hand Mitt Tutorial: http://theidearoom.blogspot.com/2010/01/icesnow-scraper-hand-mitt-tutorial.html

[2] Fiesta Bath Mitt: {Knitting}: http://tipnut.com/fiest-bath-mitt/

[3] Winter Craft: Lace & Ice: http://tipnut.com/lace-ice/

[4] Homemade Hand Balm Tutorial: http://tipnut.com/homemade-hand-balm/

[A new use for our rocks....granny]

DIY Stone Mat Project

Posted By TipNut On January 20, 2010 @ 1:07 pm In Crafty Ideas, DIY Projects | No Comments

DIY Stone Mat Project By lowescreativeideas.com

Today’s feature is from Lowes Creative Ideas with this how-to for a DIY Stone Bath Mat [1]:

Achieve a Zen-like spa feeling in your bath with a personalized foot-massaging mat.

The mat is durable enough for indoor and outdoor use. You could make an additional project as a welcome mat for your home’s entryway.

I love the idea of making one of these for the backyard/garden entrance. All you need for supplies:

* 32-inch-long piece of shelf liner
* Paper template of your chosen letter/monogram
* Black stones
* Caulk gun & silicone sealant
* White stones
* Pea gravel

Please visit the site listed above to view the tutorial, nice project!

Don’t Miss These Tips:

* Project: Asian Paper Floor Mat [2]
* Repurpose Old Towels: Bath Mat Tutorial [3]
* Repurpose Towels: Eco Bath Rug Project [4]

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URLs in this post:

[1] DIY Stone Bath Mat: http://www.lowescreativeideas.com/idea-library/projects/stone_bath_mat_0110.aspx

[2] Project: Asian Paper Floor Mat: http://tipnut.com/paper-floor-mat/

[3] Repurpose Old Towels: Bath Mat Tutorial: http://tipnut.com/recycled-bath-mat/

[4] Repurpose Towels: Eco Bath Rug Project: http://tipnut.com/eco-bath-rug/

Homemade Rose Petal Vinegar Recipe

Posted By TipNut On June 6, 2007 @ 7:36 am In Beauty & Health, Food, Recipes | 1 Comment

Uses for Rose Petal Vinegar:

* Salad dressing or vinaigrette*
* Facial splash and skin freshener (dilute with water)
* Headache soother (soak cloth with vinegar, squeeze out, then place on forehead)
* Shampoo rinse
* Bath soak (approx 1 cup per full bath)

Rose Petal Vinegar Recipe

Ingredients:

2 cups white wine vinegar (heat to near boil)
1 cup rose petals
3 or 4 whole cloves

Directions:

* Gently wash and drain rose petals thoroughly. Carefully remove the white/yellow part of the petals (just snip with scissors). Gently crush the petals to bruise a bit.
* In a sterilized jar, place the rose petals and cloves. Pour hot vinegar over top, roughly mash the petals a bit with a wooden spoon and seal immediately.
* Set aside for 10 days (room temperature and dark). Shake occasionally.
* Strain vinegar and discard the cloves and rose petals.
* Using small decorative jars (sterilized), pour the vinegar and seal.

Tip: If possible, use the freshest petals you can by picking the flowers on the day you’ll be making this recipe.

*Do not consume if chemicals or pesticides were used on the rose bush

Make sure to check out the big bunch of Lavender Vinegar Recipes [1] and the Multipurpose Herb Vinegar Recipe [2] as well.

Don’t Miss These Tips:

* Raspberry Thyme Vinegar Recipe [3]
* Homemade Rose Bath Oil [4]
* How To Make Rose Water: Recipes & Tips [5]

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[5] How To Make Rose Water: Recipes & Tips: http://tipnut.com/how-to-make-rose-water-4-recipes/

One Response to “Homemade Rose Petal Vinegar Recipe”

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Walkingsun says:

Hello everyone: I have the cutest story to share on “rose” vinegarettes. One year I had put together a vinegarette that had flowered chives, garlic, thyme stems (dried), and because I thought it was a bit plain, for a lark I added some of my (dried) rose petals (grown in my backyard, NOTHING but sulper used as a bug repellent).

They turned out really pretty, and soooo tasty! I decided at Christmas time that I would give away a couple of bottles, and my brother, who lived in a nearby town, got one. He is a salad lover, and savoured the vinegar for his salads, and also used it on his steaks. When he ran out, he set out to the mall to find this “product”. He didn’t find it there, so he started going to all the Health Food stores, and didn’t find it there. . . .somewhat puzzled, he decided that it must have come from the Amish, south of us in Ohio. And , still couldn’t find the vinegar. Finally, I got the call. . . he really wanted more of the vinegar, and couldn’t locate it anywhere!!! He found some similar, but none had the ROSE PETALS! I explained that I had made the vinegars myself, and had actually thrown in the rose petals for a lark. . .and the tasty tartness they had added to the flavor was completely on accident! We really had a big laugh over it all, and yep! I gladly gave him another bottle.

Walk in Beauty! Walkingsun

Rose Hips: Tips & Recipes

Posted By TipNut On July 6, 2009 @ 6:22 am In Garden & Plants | No Comments

Wild Rose Hips: Rose hips are a very rich source of Vitamin C and are free for the picking. Three average rose hips have as much Vitamin C as a medium-sized orange.

Rose Hip
Collecting Rose Hips: Pick only the ripe berries that are vivid red and slightly soft. They have a much better flavor if picked after the first frost…preferably late August, September or October. You can harvest them from your garden roses, but they’re more plentiful from old-time shrub roses like rugosas and wild rose bushes.

What Is A Rose Hip? A rose hip is the fruit of the rose plant, it is filled with tiny seeds and covered with silky hairs. The food value is found in the skin of the hip and is similar to the taste of an apple.

To encourage your roses to develop rose hips, don’t trim the rose blossoms and leave them to naturally fade and fall.

The Use Of Rose Hips: Rose Hips can be used fresh in making jelly, jam, pickles, juice, etc., or they can be dried or canned to be used in the winter, or served raw, shredded or halved in salads, sandwich fillings and desserts. Dried rose hips are also a favorite in teas and homemade potpourri [1].

* Important: Before using rose hips as a food source, make sure the plant you’re harvesting from has not been treated with pesticides or chemicals.

How To Dry Rose Hips

Dried Rose Hips
Collect quantities of rose hips or berries to be dried or made into teas, jellies, juice, pickles, etc., for winter use.

Drying the hips is very easy and similar to air drying flowers [2], follow these directions:

* Sort out imperfect rose hips and rinse the batch. Carefully pat dry.
* Line a cookie sheet with a screen, or a sheet of cardboard, or parchment or wax paper and spread the dry rose hips across in a single layer.
* Leave them to dry in a dark, well ventilated area for a few weeks, they’ll be ready when they are hard, wrinkly and darker in color.
* You can also dry them in the oven on the lowest setting or use a dehydrator.

You can dry the hips whole or you can cut and seed first (directions below). If mainly using dried rose hips for teas, drying them whole is fine.

Tips: To remove the hairs from dried hips, grind them up a bit in the food processor (once they’re dried) then shake the batch in a sieve, the hairs will fall loose. After hips have dried, stems and ends can be removed easily by plucking them off.

Storage: Seal in airtight containers or glass jars, store away from direct light.
Rose Hip Recipes

Rose Hip Tea
There is some loss of Vitamin C if there is a lengthy delay between picking and bottling the product although one of their important advantages as a source of Vitamin C is the unusual stability of this Vitamin in rose hips as compared with other Vitamin C foods.

* Tip: Avoid using aluminum cookware and utensils when preparing rose hips as it can deteriorate the Vitamin C in the hips.

How To Make Rose Hip Tea

* Fresh Hips: 1 to 2 TBS rose hips per cup of boiling water, steep for 10 minutes.
* Dried Hips: 2 tsp per cup of boiling water, steep for 10 to 15 minutes.

Tip: Don’t throw out the rose hips once you’ve used them to make tea, eat them after you’re done drinking the tea or add to soups or serve as a side at the supper table. There’s still a lot of nutritional value in the hips after they’ve been used in teas.

Wild Roseberry Jam Recipe: Gather the berries after the first frost. Remove seeds and hull. Wash. Add water just barely to cover the berries. Cook berries until soft. If mixture is too thick add water as needed. Set aside to cool. Mash and put through sieve. To 2 cups puree add 1 cup sugar and cook slowly until thick, stirring frequently. A better consistency is obtained if commercial pectin is used. Pour into sterilized jars and seal.

The jam may be used on bread and as a filling for cakes.

Note: If desired, lemon juice may be added and used either as jam or meat sauce.

Roseberry Catsup Recipe:

4 quarts ripe berries (red and ripe)
1 clove garlic
2 medium sized onions
1 cup water (or more if necessary)

Boil these ingredients until they are soft. Strain them. Add 3/4 cup of brown sugar. Tie in a bag and add:

1/2 TBS whole allspice
1/2 TBS mace
1/2 TBS whole cloves
1/2 TBS celery seed
2 inch stick cinnamon

Boil these ingredients quickly. Add 1 cup vinegar, cayenne, salt, if desired. Boil catsup 10 minutes longer. Bottle it at once. Seal the bottles with wax. The flavor of this catsup is excellent.

Roseberry & Crabapple Jelly Recipe: Use 1/2 crabapple juice and 1/2 rose hip puree. To one cup of this mixture use 3/4 cup sugar. This jelly retains its Vitamin C content for as long as nine months without loss.

Note: Rose hip puree may be combined in jelly or jam with fruit such as cranberry, grape, chokecherry, red currant, wild plum, etc. Combine one part rose hip to two parts fruit or one to three if taste of rose hip is not desired. A little acid such as lemon juice adds to the flavor as does honey used for part or all of sugar.

Most rose hip products will be softer at first but will stiffen on standing. Do not place in sun to stiffen as this destroys Vitamin C.
How To Remove Hairs & Seeds From Rose Hips

It is desirable that the hairs and seeds of the rose hip be removed before consuming. The fine hairs associated with the seeds are unpleasant in the mouth and have an irritating action. A few different methods are used, try one of the following:

* Cut in half and shake out seeds, this takes the longest time;
* Cover with water and simmer, then rub through a sieve using the puree;
* Simmer whole Rose Hips in more than enough water to cover, then merely strain. Bottle the juice. Add sugar if desired and process 45 mins. This juice contains Vitamin C and may be added to sauces, soups (not cream soup), puddings, beverages and many other foods.

Did You Know: Women and children were encouraged to gather rose hips during World War II when food supplies were low, the Vitamin C the hips provided were a much needed source of nutrition and was highly valued over the winter months.

Source: Much of the information was found in Home Canning Guide, Dominion Glass Co. Limited (vintage booklet)

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* How To Make Rose Water: Recipes & Tips [3]
* How To Make A Rose Jar [4]
* Homemade Rose Dusting Powder Recipe [5]

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[3] How To Make Rose Water: Recipes & Tips: http://tipnut.com/how-to-make-rose-water-4-recipes/

[4] How To Make A Rose Jar: http://tipnut.com/how-to-make-a-rose-jar/

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Homemade Rose Dusting Powder Recipe

Posted By TipNut On April 1, 2008 @ 6:37 am In Beauty & Health | 6 Comments

Ingredients:

Petals from 4 roses (medium size)
1 cup cornstarch
3 TBS baking soda
3 dried roses

Directions:

1. In a small cardboard box, layer the petals and cornstarch. Fit the cover on but don’t seal tight, you want the contents to still have a bit of air. Leave for 24 to 36 hours.
2. Sift the petals from cornstarch then add the baking soda (you may have to sift a few times to remove all the petals). Mix well then split the powder mixture into two batches. *See tip below
3. Next take the dried roses, remove the stem and leaves and add the rose heads (petals) to one half of the powder mixture. Pour into a blender and mix [1] until the dried roses are finely ground.
4. Add the fine ground powder mixture to the other half of the powder mixture, use a wooden spoon to blend the powder by hand.
5. Pour the scented powder into a decorative box or shaker jar, allow to sit for a day before using.

Tips

* If you prefer a stronger scented dusting powder, you can add another batch of fresh rose petals and allow the powder to sit another 24 hours (first sift out the first batch of rose petals).
* You can use lavender or other scented flowers instead of rose petals if you prefer.

Ideas For Using Dusting Powder

* Dust skin with a powder puff after bathing or showering
* Lightly sprinkle on bedding for a nicely scented sleep
* Use to scent lingerie drawers or closets
* Great to give as homemade gifts

Careful: You want to be sure to use organic or pesticide free roses since the dusting powder will be applied to skin.

*Edited to clarify instructions

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* Homemade Rose Petal Vinegar Recipe [2]
* Homemade Rose Bath Oil [3]
* Homemade Foot Powder Recipes [4]

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How To Make Rose Water: Recipes & Tips

Posted By TipNut On August 2, 2007 @ 6:54 am In Beauty & Health, Crafty Ideas, Food, Recipes | 4 Comments

Rose water (also spelled Rosewater) can be used in cooking as well as a rich beauty aid.

Try some as a facial toner or astringent, in your bath water or as a facial splash (refresher).

Notes on Preparation:

* Rose petals must be freshly picked and have no pesticides or chemicals used on them.
* Pick the roses just after the morning dew has evaporated, about 2 to 3 hours after sunrise.
* Use only the petals, not the stems or leaves.
* Wash the petals quickly to remove any bugs or specks of dirt and immediately process with one of the methods below.
* If you don’t grow your own roses, ask at the local florist or Farmers Market for organic roses.

See Recipes Below For How To Make Rose Water…
Old Fashioned Recipe for Distilled Rosewater

(Rose Hydrosol)

Items Needed:

Fresh rose petals (3 to 4 quarts)
Ice cubes
Distilled Water
Enamel canning or stock pot with lid
Deep, heavy heat proof bowl

Directions:

* Fill the bottom of the pot with the rose petals and pour water over them until the petals are just covered. Place the bowl in the middle of the pot. The rim should be at least a couple inches higher than the water. If you have a canning rack, you can set the bowl on top of that so the bowl doesn’t sit directly over the heat. A pyrex loaf dish underneath the bowl would do the trick too. Set these in place first before adding the rose petals and water.
* Cover the pot with its lid, but position the lid upside down so that you have a dipped “container” to hold the ice on top (to be added later). Now turn on the heat and bring the water to a boil.
* Once the water is boiling, fill the top of the inverted pot lid with ice cubes. Turn the heat down and keep at a bare simmer for about two hours.
* Top up the ice as needed and quickly peek occasionally to see that the petals don’t boil dry.

This process will enable condensation to form on the top inside of the pot lid. The condensation will drip down into the bowl inside the pot, the liquid inside the bowl is your rose water.
Old Fashioned Rose Water Recipe

Items Needed:

Rose Petals
Distilled Water
Enamel Pot (any size)

Directions:

* Fill the bottom of an enamel pot with the rose petals a few inches deep. Pour distilled water over the petals until they are just covered.
* Turn on heat for the water to be steaming hot, but do not boil. Let the water steam until the petals have lost their color, the water has taken on the color of the rose petals and you see rose oil skimming the surface. This will take approximately 60 minutes.
* Strain the water and squeeze out the liquid from the rose petals, this is your rosewater.

Homemade Rosewater – Quick & Easy Recipe

* For every 1 firmly packed cup of rose petals, pour 2 cups boiling water over top. Cover and steep until the liquid is cool. Strain, squeeze out the liquid from the petals, and refrigerate the rose water in a sterilized jar.

Oven Recipe for Rosewater

* Preheat oven to 450°. Line an enamelware roaster a few inches deep with rose petals. Fill with distilled water until the petals are just covered. Place the roaster uncovered into the oven and bring to a boil.
* As soon as it starts boiling, turn off the heat and cover the roaster. Leave in the oven until the water is cool (several hours). Once cool, strain the water and squeeze all the petals to remove the liquid. Store the rose water in the refrigerator.

Important Notes

* After preparing the rose water with your recipe of choice, refrigerate in a sealed, sterilized jar.
* Use in recipes that call for rose water, but make sure to use fresh batches. Although the water is refrigerated, my notes have vast discrepancies in shelf life. Some state several days, some say a year.

Rose Water Beauty Aid Additive

* Add 1 part rubbing alcohol or vodka or witch hazel to 10 parts rose water to use as a facial astringent or toner.

Don’t Miss These Tips:

* Homemade Rose Petal Vinegar Recipe [1]
* Homemade Rose Bath Oil [2]
* Homemade Lavender Water Recipes [3]

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Homemade Foot Powder Recipes

Posted By TipNut On December 22, 2006 @ 1:48 pm In Beauty & Health | No Comments

Mix these up and store in a shakeable container. Dust feet as needed (don’t forget in between the toes).

Container Ideas: You could use an old baby powder container or an old seasonings container (clean & allow to dry first).

This powder can also be used to sprinkle inside shoes for odor control. Powder overnight then empty shoes before wearing.
Homemade Foot Powder Recipes

Recipe #1

1/4 cup boric acid powder
1/3 cup unscented talcum powder
1 TBS powdered alum

Recipe #2

1/2 cup cornstarch
1/2 cup baking soda
Peppermint Essential Oil (approx. 12-14 drops)

* Mix well and set aside overnight to dry thoroughly. If there are lumps in the mixture once it’s dry, you can sift. Store in an airtight container.

Recipe #3

1/2 cup orris root powder*
16 drops tea tree oil
16 drops lavender essential oil

* Mix well and set aside overnight to dry. Sift out lumps. Sprinkle and rub on feet as needed. Sprinkle in shoes and footwear.

*Can substitute with baking soda

Don’t Miss These Tips:

* 5 Homemade Foot Soak Recipes [1]
* Homemade Foot Therapy Scrub [2]
* Homemade Deodorant Recipes [3]

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Free Vintage Sunbonnet Pattern: {Sewing}

Posted By TipNut On January 20, 2010 @ 6:15 am In Sewing | No Comments

Sunbonnets and more sunbonnets! Make ‘em to match your housedresses, your gardening outfits, even your sports clothes or your square dance costumes. Here’s one that opens flat for easy ironing and it’s so very easy to make. Two-thirds of a yard of average material will be enough.

Vintage Sunbonnet Pattern (1952)
The proportions shown on the chart should remain, but the scale may be varied to suit the size you plan–two and a quarter inches for each square will come out about right for the bonnet for an adult. The straight side of the brim should measure 18 inches and crown piece should be 20 inches long and 16 inches at the widest point-enlarge the scale accordingly. For a child’s bonnet, make the squares smaller.

Face the crown piece all around with a bias strip cut an inch and a half wide. Then sew a bias casing at X for drawstrings; work an eyelet in the center of casing and fasten strings at the side seams; later, tie them at center.

Cut an interfacing of heavy muslin and stitch with both brim pieces. Turn right side out and stitch around curve–as many rows as desired. Whip the straight edge. If you wish a light-weight slat type brim, it can be done with long emery boards from the manicure goods section. Use these stiff boards as slats, sipping them into channels that are stitched crosswise just outside a penciled outline of the emery boards; leave one end open so the “slats” may be removed for laundering.

Click Picture To Download Pattern
Sew snaps or buttons at dots. From O to O, sew, snap or button a band about a half inch wide by 8 1/2 inches long, to be a stay to keep the bonnet from slipping forward.

The curved outer edge, as well as tie ends, if you wish them, may have lace or embroidery trim. Broken line on chart shows optional shape for neck, if you want more protection from the sun.

Source: The WorkBasket (June 1952)

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* Sunbonnet Sewing Case – Vintage Pattern [1]
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Homemade Bubble Bath: {Recipe}

Posted By TipNut On October 16, 2009 @ 6:13 am In Beauty & Health | 1 Comment

Ingredients For Making Homemade Bubble Bath

Here’s an easy recipe for making an all-natural, homemade bubble bath that you can customize to your own preference by mixing favorite scents–also ditches harsh perfumes and chemicals that some commercial bubble baths use. Tip: This makes a nice Gift In A Jar [1] for the holiday season.
Homemade Bubble Bath

Ingredients:

1 pint distilled water (warm)
bar of castile soap (2 ounces)
liquid glycerin (2 ounces)
essential oils (lavender, orange, etc.)

Directions:

* Shave the bar of soap into a bowl then add the water and liquid glycerin. Stir to mix well.
* Allow to sit until the soap shavings are soft then stir with a wooden spoon to mix smooth.
* Add your favorite essential oils, stir then pour bubble bath into mason jars, seal with lid.

If you’re making this to give as a gift, add labels that include the ingredients and decorate the jar with raffia, ribbon, charms or whatever embellishments you like.

Source: Green Made Easy by Chris Prelitz

For more pampery-spa items you can make, here are a few more ideas: Homemade Bath Jelly [2], Homemade Honey Bath Recipes [3], Milk Bath Recipes To Pamper Yourself [4], Homemade Sea Salt Scrub Recipes [5] and Homemade Bath Salts & Soaks [6].

Don’t Miss These Tips:

* Homemade Bath Jelly Recipe [2]
* Homemade Liquid Hand Soap – Recipe [7]
* Homemade Bubble Machine & Bubble Recipes [8]

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[3] Homemade Honey Bath Recipes: http://tipnut.com/homemade-honey-bath-recipes/

[4] Milk Bath Recipes To Pamper Yourself: http://tipnut.com/milk-bath-recipes/

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[6] Homemade Bath Salts & Soaks: http://tipnut.com/5-homemade-bath-salts-soaks/

[7] Homemade Liquid Hand Soap – Recipe: http://tipnut.com/homemade-liquid-soap/

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