It's the night before our Annual 'Pumpkin Party'. I say 'Annual' but the first one was only last year, so I don't know whether it can be annual yet. I say Pumpkin Party, but the theme is much less visible than last year's affair, mainly because I was a bit slow to get my act together this year. In fact I have a massive list of things that need doing, making and buying before 2.30pm tomorrow, when a small but distinguished group of two- and … [Read more...]
And you thought it was just for putting on chips.
I found this thread recently and thought I would try a few out, since I already use White Vinegar to help keep my washing machine scale-free, my towels soft, and to clean out difficult-to-clean things. Feel free to add your own tips, if you are that way inclined!!!Removing Stains: An equal mixture of salt and white vinegar will clean coffee and tea stains from china cups.Loosen tough stains: To loosen hard-to-clean stains in glass, aluminum or … [Read more...]
Things I learned about Moths yesterday
So here are some of the things I learned about moths yesterday: Moths are attracted to moisture- the sweat in our clothes, the cat pee under our sofa... They are also attracted to open food packets, but will eat into unopened and even foil packets once opened. They will eat the felt inside your piano. They can come up into your flat from the one below if downstairs has a moth problem. They are often 'left behind' (and taken with) by … [Read more...]
