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Clever tips for removing stubborn crayon marks and crayon stains from wood and plastic tables. Clever tips for removing stubborn crayon marks and crayon stains from wood and plastic tables.

Removing Crayon Marks from Tables   Q: I am on the cleaning crew for my church and the classroom tables are FULL of crayon marks. I’ve tried disinfectant spray, windex and scrubbies and these don’t work. I also tried rubbing alcohol and this didn’t work either. Any tips for removing crayon marks from tables?  …

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Easy DIY odor absorber you can make from baking soda and essential oils to make your house smell good with no chemicals. One of my favorite cleaning hacks! Easy DIY odor absorber you can make from baking soda and essential oils to make your house smell good with no chemicals. One of my favorite cleaning hacks!

If you are looking for an easy way to get rid of unwanted odors in your home, give this DIY odor absorber a try. Works like a box of baking soda, but better!   Supplies Needed: Mason jar with ring Baking soda Essential oil Scrapbook paper or wrapping paper Needle   This DIY odor absorber…

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The best DIY wrinkle release spray for clothing or curtains. One of my favorite laundry cleaning hacks! The best DIY wrinkle release spray for clothing or curtains. One of my favorite laundry cleaning hacks!

If you like the convenience of wrinkle release spray to keep your clothing smelling fresh and wrinkle free, then you will love this easy DIY wrinkle release spray. You may even already have everything you need on hand to make it.   Wrinkle Release Spray 1/4 c. white vinegar 1/4 c. water 3 tbsp. liquid…

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This DIY version of Shout stain remover works just as good as the name brand, and is very easy and inexpensive to make with items you probably already have on hand. This DIY version of Shout stain remover works just as good as the name brand, and is very easy and inexpensive to make with items you probably already have on hand.

The past couple of months I have shared with you the recipes for making your own laundry detergent and my very inexpensive laundry softener. I decided it was time to find a replacement for my Shout stain remover. We go through a lot of that stuff, and I have seen some recipes for making your…

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Tips for cleaning your bathroom to get rid of the boy bathroom smell. Tips for cleaning your bathroom to get rid of the boy bathroom smell.

If you share your home with two, three, or four or more young boys, then you are likely already familiar with the odor coming from the hall bathroom also known as “boy bathroom smell”.     If you don’t live with small boys, then you might wonder what the difference is between “normal bathroom smell”…

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