There’s no need to panic. Wax can look like a scary mess but in truth, it’s easily removed. You just need to know how. To remove wax from your menorah or candlesticks: The trick is hot water. Lots of boiling hot water. You can use the faucet, if your water gets really hot. If not, use…
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My Friend Received This *Amazing* Vacuum as a Gift!
You wouldn’t think that a cleaning item is giftable until you see the Dyson Cordless Vacuum in action. ***Do you have experience using a stick vacuum? Share what you liked and disliked about different models in the comments below!*** A couple of years ago, I wrote about this cheap vacuum that I love in this…
What Should We Do with a Tablecloth Full of Challah Crumbs?
If you don’t want to use plastic on your table, what’s the right way to clean up? I don’t remember what I did before the vinyl tablecloth days, that era when tablecloths became easy to wipe up. Since I switched back to using a traditional tablecloth a couple of years ago, I’ve had a quandary….
Are You On Your Feet During the Whole Yom Tov Season?
Yom Tov is a very strenuous one for moms. Keep your energy up (and legs pain-free) with these tips. As Mommies, we yearn for that spiritual inspiration of our youth that prepared us for the Yomim Noraim and Succos. However, we must remember that our role has now changed. It has shifted from one centered…
How to Be a Good Host
What does it mean to be a good host? What will make your guests feel the most welcome and comfortable? So, Yom Tov season is upon us. And with it, guests. Whether you are the one hosting or the one being hosted (see our next post!), there is always something new to learn. We interviewed…
Packing Up the Bungalow: What to Do Before You Say Goodbye
A little effort now will make opening your bungalow before next summer so much easier & keep your things safe over the winter. Closing up the bungalow after a fun filled summer is a big job – let’s not kid ourselves. I’m a big believer in putting in just a bit more effort to make…
6 Ways You Can Quickly Get Your Household in Order While Your Kids Are in Camp
You might not realize, but these long summer days are the keys to feeling organized for the entire year (hey, and you thought Pesach cleaning was that time…nope!). And it doesn’t have to be hard! Whether your kids are away in sleepaway camp or just day camp, there’s still a lot you can get done!…
No Cleaning Help? The Easy, Quick, and Practical Way to Clean the Bathroom
There may be some shortcuts involved, but at least the cleaning bathroom chore gets done! I don’t have cleaning help, I work and I have three little kids. And keeping a clean house does not come naturally to me. House work is not my thing. My goal is to make the cleaning work as easy…
Your Child Has Lice. What to Do Next?
Before you do anything else, the first thing to know is: Don’t freak out! Today, lice can be taken care of quickly and easily. The first thing that I’m going to tell you is if you live in a town where there are professionals who can take care of the lice for you, do it….
The First Thing You Will Notice When You Walk Into Your Home? How Utterly Wonderful It Smells.
Transform your home without a paint job, a new couch, or a carpet. All you need is a signature scent. Ever walked into an elegant hotel and noticed how luxurious it smelled? Yes. Smells can tell us of luxury. There’s a science behind it! Well, if you ever wanted your home to have that same…