This quick container cleaning hack will save you lots of dishwashing time. Before Pesach, we’re cooking a lot in advance and storing food in containers. And then we serve or cook such food, and we’re left with lots and lots of greasy containers that need to get washed so they can be used again (or…
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Is There a Wet Dry Vacuum Mop That Will Work For You?
Are we moving away from old-fashioned mops and maintaining our floors with these multi-purpose machines? One of the most popular topics that comes up in our inbox is about the ever-evolving vacuum mop machines that seem to be getting better and better very quickly. Our readers want to know if we have them and love…
Stick Vacuums are *Amazing* – Why You May Want to Switch
After enjoying the convenience of a stick vacuum, there’s no turning back. Years back, I wrote about this cheap vacuum that I love in this post. It cleans perfectly well, is nice and lightweight, and best of all, there’s no need to take it for repairs. Because, when it dies after a few years, you…
The Declutter Challenge That’s Focused on You
Join our “My Space” declutter challenge to bring a little more sense of calm and enjoyment to your day. We know that big projects can be overwhelming. A few years ago, we launched the 30 Day Declutter Challenge here on BCP. For some of you, that was lots of fun and very accomplishing (if you…
Children + Chores
How to get the most help with the least amount of pushback. Yom Tov season is approaching, and we all know that we need all the help we can get. Children that help with Yom Tov prep ultimately feel part of the task and contributing gives a sense of belonging. How do we encourage them…
How To Clean Sneakers
Can you wash sneakers without ruining them? Can you keep your white sneakers white? Our answer is “Yes, you can!” There is nothing like that first time you wear a fresh pair of sneakers. They’re fresh, clean, and white. We are here to tell you that you can keep that “brand new sneaker feel.” We…
A Trap to Get Rid of Fruit Flies that Really Works
It’s that time of year when those pesky little bugs can take over your kitchen. These traps will help you get rid of them quickly. So tiny and yet so annoying! When you get hit with a fruit fly problem, you can take care of it before it really gets out of control. Last summer…
Download and Print This Fun Pesach Money
Use it as an incentive for your kids to finish their pre-Pesach jobs or encourage involvement at the Seder. Last year, we discovered that the talented Yael Miller from Miller Creative also has a talented brother when she showed us this adorable Pesach money download he drew. Artist Yoshi Weiss is a staff artist for…
Should I Get a Carpet Cleaner?
Does cleaning carpets sound like something you would want to DIY? If yes, which carpet cleaner might be the best for you? Ok, I have to admit this was a #influenced buy– but, I will also say in the few months that I’ve had the carpet cleaner, it has very much been a ‘sparks joy’…
Scentify: You’ll Love How Utterly Wonderful Your Home Smells
Transform your home without a paint job, a new couch, or a carpet. All you need is a signature scent. Now, the Scentify Diffuser V2 is available with a sleeker look and completely updated features! Ever walked into an elegant hotel and noticed how luxurious it smelled? Yes. Smells can tell us of luxury. There’s…
