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Three Different Ways To Clean Wood Cutting Boards
We all have a few essential items that we must have in our kitchen and our home. One of the more popular items that you can find in almost any kitchen is a cutting board, and in this case, we’re referring to wood cutting boards. Not only are wood cutting boards slated to last longer, but they have also been shown to collect fewer bacteria overall when cleaned properly. Knowing…
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How To Make Holiday Gingerbread Cake
When you think of Christmas baking, what is the first thing that comes to mind? For most, it’s easy to think of cookies, pies, bars, bite-sized treats or even homemade chocolate. But one of the most popular items on a Christmas baking list would be gingerbread and usually in the classic form of gingerbread man cookies or perhaps a house! Now, to put a fun and exciting twist on the…
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How To Be A Great Host
As we enter the holiday season, this usually means we will be seeing guests, family, and visitors within our home. Whether you have a few people over for a quiet dinner or if you have a weekend full of guests staying, it’s important to be the best host possible. Prepare In Advance The best thing you can do when it comes to hosting is to prepare in advance for any…
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DIY Grout Cleaner
The hardest places to clean in the home are usually the smallest areas that can be hard to see unless you’re up close. This applies especially to areas in the bathroom, kitchen, and floors, more specifically the grout surrounding our tiles! While you can buy grout cleaners, it can be more cost-effective to make your own, and this homemade cleaner has been said to be a lifesaver when it comes to…
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Q&A: What Maintenance Will My Gas Fireplace Need?
The care and maintenance of your gas fireplace is very important. You always want to ensure your fireplace is in good working condition, so you can flip on the heat on whenever it’s needed. So, the big question is how much maintenance does your Valor Gas Fireplace really need? Once a month? Once a year? And what’s the best way to ensure your fireplace runs smoothly every time? These are…
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Homemade Watermelon Lemonade
Summer is just around the corner, and that means it’s time to start testing out some new drinks before the sunshine shows up for good! A great drink choice for the Summer is lemonade, but that classic recipe can sometimes get a little boring, so why not shake things up a bit with a new and improved lemonade recipe. This easy to make, watermelon lemonade is not only thirst-quenching, but it’s…
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Fresh Peach Iced Tea
Is there anything better than a cold, refreshing drink on a super hot day? Well, as we dive headfirst straight into Summer, it’s essential to have a few quick and fresh drink recipes on hand when the temperatures rise or when you find yourself with guests on the way over. This excellent drink idea combines a few simple ingredients with a trendy summer fruit: peaches! You can whip up a…
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Quick & Easy Homemade Glass Cleaner
Keeping your windows, mirrors, and glass clean within the home can be a real pain when you don’t have the right tools. It can be especially tricky if you run out of your store-bought cleaner or if you can’t stand to pay the price tag in store. So what is the next best option? Well, you might be surprised to hear that glass cleaner can easily be made in your own…
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Homemade Soft Pretzels
There is nothing better than the smell of a freshly baked good, cooking away in the oven. Not only will your house smell amazing through the process, but you’ll also be able to serve and share your hard work with your family and friends. One very sharable treat that will have everyone talking is making homemade soft pretzels right from your own kitchen! These pretzels taste just like the ones…
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How To Keep Cool This Summer
As we head for the hot Summertime, it can be extra hard to stay cool during those muggy days and nights. Sleeping becomes more difficult with the rising temperatures, and often just being indoors can be too hot to handle! So what is the best solution? If you have an air conditioner or fan, obviously these can really help to cool your home, but you may need to get more…
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