If March comes in like a lion, it will go out like a lamb.
If March comes in like a lamb, it will go out like a lion.--Old Weather Proverb
Is Spring upon us?
Today's Farmer's Almanac Newsletter was ever so sweet to remind me that not only is Spring approaching, but it seems the time-honored, (or should I say past-generations embedded), tradition of Spring Cleaning is upon me. Nothing better to welcome the approaching season with a good top to bottom scrubbing and airing-out!
Here are some of my favorites--
Furniture Polishing Cloths--I love Orange Oil! and its a great alternative from using spray furniture polishes. Put 1/4 cup Lemon Oil or Orange Oil into a large jar, mix in 2 cups HOT water, then add your clean dusting cloths. Let them soak up the fragrant oils and hang to dry, then clean that dust away! Once dirty, wash/soak and repeat the process!
Cleaning out the dryer filter. (They get coated with softeners and dryer sheet buildup, don't think so? Take the filter out to the sink and try running some water thru the screen!) Use an cleaning toothbrush and scrub it w/ vinegar & rinse! Of course, remember to let it dry before placing back in your dryer!
Carpet Freshener--
In a jar, mix up 3T Baking Soda, 2 C. dried lavender, rosemary or your favorite herb. Sprinkle over the carpet and allow to sit, then vacuum up! Great if you have pets or kids, no harsh chemicals to worry about in the powder!
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