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Oh, the Wonders of WD-40!

Recently, I have had my share of household mishaps (see my articles on crayon marks and carpet cleaning). With help from some “experts” I was able to recover from these incidents and learn some new cleaning tricks in the process. What struck me was that in the course of seeking their advice I noticed an underlying theme (or rather, a product) that time and time again people would suggest I try. The highly recommended cure-all: WD-40. When I was looking for ways to remove crayon and magic marker stains from furniture and appliances I was told to spray WD-40 on … Continue reading →

Cool Cowboy Theme Room

If your little guy (or girl) thinks cowboys and horses are the greatest, they’ll love this theme room. Start by painting the room a light tan color. An antique paint treatment would work great in this room. A denim comforter would be perfect in this space, and there are several varieties available, or you can make your own. You can purchase lightweight denim in fabric and craft stores or the fabric section of many department stores. Another cool look is a patchwork quilt or a quilt made from well-worn jeans. You can purchase several pairs for just a few dollars … Continue reading →