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June 14th, 2012 — Father's Day, Tips
1. Clean as a Whistle. The morning of or the night before be sure to give the house a good scrubbing, make sure everything is put away and organized. If your feeling extra thoughtful consider taking his car to get washed and or detailed. Better yet, have the kids wash his car during the day to show dad how much they want to go the extra mile for Dad!
2. Be The Peacemaker. Take the time before your Husband wakes up to explain to the kids why it’s important they should be on their best behavior today (no tantrums or fighting among siblings). Remind them how special their Father is and how this is they day to honor him for all he does.
3. Starting The Day Off Right. What Husband wouldn’t want to wake up to the delicious smell of coffee brewing and his family making a lovely gourmet breakfast in the kitchen… better yet breakfast in bed! So be sure to whip up your husbands favorites for breakfast. Here’s a wonderful suggestion Lemon Ricotta Pancakes. Another special touch, Have his favorite music playing through out the house and consider ironing your husbands favorite section of the Sunday paper. (How to Iron a Newspaper) Be sure to place it perfectly next to his plate of scrumptious pancakes!
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February 21st, 2012 — Cleaning, The Husband, Tips
Whether you’ve just experienced a hot and heavy lip locking session with your husband or you’ve just given a friendly hug, lipstick can easily get onto the collar of your or your husbands shirt. No more smudges and pesky stains caused by lipstick as it can easily be removed by following any of the suggestions.
Sometimes the stains are not noticed right away which means the stain has time to set in, making it even more difficult to remove. However, if the lipstick stain is noticed once you get home, start by creating a plan of attack for the best results.
1. Out and About – If you are out when you notice the stain and don’t have the necessary equipment at your disposal, you can always dab, (not rub!) the stain with water. This should suffice until you get home.
2. Labels – Very important! Before moving on, read the care label of the shirt to see if the fabric calls for any special care or treatment, or if certain products should be avoided. Many shirts require special treatment such as dry clean, you may need to take the item directly to the professional.
3. Stain Removers – Because lipstick is a grease-based cosmetic, it is recommended to use a prewash stain remover before washing or rinsing the shirt. Apply a prewash stain remover and rinse in warm water. Do not rub, as rubbing may worsen the stain and can make it more grounded. Blot or dab the stain with the stain remover by using a white cloth. If the stain still isn’t out, apply a liquid detergent and rinse again in warm water.
4. Dish Washing Detergent – Another home remedy is dishwashing detergent such as Sunlight and Dawn, both formulated to fight grease. For this method of lipstick stain removal, dab on a little detergent, let it set for about 10 minutes, and then gently begin working on the stain from the outside edges inward.
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February 6th, 2012 — Cleaning, Dress Up, Tips
A fur coat is no impulse purchase. It is also not a wash and wear garment that you can clean quickly at the neighborhood dry cleaner. Fur coats are decadent and expensive luxury fabrics that have specific instructions for their meticulous cleaning and maintenance regimen. For fur coat connoisseurs who wish to clean their suitably stylish coats, use these tips to rid your coat from dust and grime and restore your fur to its original soft and fluffy texture.
- Clean your fur coat once a year. Perfumes, perspiration and spilled liquids can damage fur, so plan to clean your fur pieces annually. Before you store your fur in a temperature-controlled environment, have it cleaned and repaired.
- Never use sprays or cleaning fluids on your fur. Have them professionally cleaned each year to insure many years of enjoyment.
- Find a professional furrier with a cleaning service. Not all furriers are alike. Some furriers create an in-house cleaning facility that cleans furs onsite. Others may send their furs coats off to an independent company that specializes in cleaning and glazing. Ask your furrier to explain their cleaning process in detail to select the best vendor to clean your fur coats.
- Understand the fur cleaning and conditioning process. Unlike wool, silk or cloth, which is cleaned by immersion, the abrasion method is used to clean fur. The furrier prepares a drum filled with sawdust and a chemical solution. The fur technician places the fur coat into the drum. The garment is tumbled repeatedly to remove all dirt, oils and odors. A glazing solution is then applied to the fur to add sheen and restore the soft and fluffy texture
- Determine if your fur coat requires special services. Light-colored and white furs require special attention. Ermines, foxes, white minks and chinchillas may yellow due to sunlight. Your furrier will add a special whitening agent to restore the fur back to its original color.
- If your fur gets wet, shake it out and hang it to dry in a well-ventilated room. Keep it away from direct heater or radiator, which can cause both fur and leather to dry out. After it is dry, shake it again. Most furs will take some rain and snow far better than wool or either a winter coat will. If the fur is soaked through, however take it immediately to your fur retailer for proper treatment. Never brush or rub away the excess water.
- Always hang your fur on a broad-shouldered hanger never on a wire hanger. Give your fur enough room in the closet so the fur is not crushed. Avoid leaving a fur hanging in a bright place. The light can cause the fur to oxidize or change color.
- Never store your fur in a plastic bag where air cannot circulate. Furs like to breathe. Plastic prevents air from circulating and can dry out the leather when traveling, store your fur in a cloth garment bag provided by your furrier.
- Never attempt to mothproof a fur yourself. Home treatments are no substitute for professional cleaning and storage.
- Try not to rub the fur with handbags as it can cause wear spots. Never pin jewelry on your fur. Also avoid spraying perfume or hairspray onto your fur. – Taryn Cox for THE WIFE/eHow.Com
February 2nd, 2012 — Advice, Article, Tips
Ted Turner has conquered the business world. Now he wants to help save the world. Watch as he shares a list of voluntary initiatives he believes would help conserve valuable natural resources and restore peace and harmony to earth. Be inspired to make a difference!
These are the Ten Voluntary Initiatives as shared by Ted on Oprah’s Master Class on OWN :
- I promise to care for planet earth and all living things thereon, especially my fellow human beings.
- I promise to treat all persons everywhere with dignity, respect, and friendliness.
- I promise to have no more than one or two children.
- I promise to use my best efforts to help save what is left of our natural world in its undisturbed state and to restore degraded areas.
- I promise to use as little of our nonrenewable resources as possible.
- I promise to minimize my use of toxic chemicals, pesticides, and other poisons and encourage others to do the same.
- I promise to contribute to those less fortunate, to help them become self-sufficient and to enjoy the benefits of a decent life, including clean air and water, adequate food, health care, housing, education, and individual rights.
- I reject the use of force, in particular military force, and I support the United Nations arbitration of international disputes.
- I support the total elimination of all nuclear, chemical, and biological weapons and ultimately the elimination of all weapons of mass destruction.
- I support the United Nations in its efforts to improve the condition of the planet.
January 23rd, 2012 — Domestic Goddess, Etiquette, Tips
