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Laundry: Why Sort?

Sorting may seem like an easy step, but you realize how necessary it is when your end up with pink socks and underwear.

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Removing Candle Wax From Furniture

Monday July 21, 2008
Beautiful scented candles can add a beautiful touch to your home. In fact...I'm a little obsessed with them. At the end of a hard day, I can light my favorite candle and get a hint of a sweet smell. But what happens when a candle drips on your nice wood furniture?

Removing Adhesives and Glue From Furniture

Saturday July 19, 2008
I don't remember why I thought it was a good idea, but I distinctly remember gluing a lot of my first grade artwork to the sides of my dresser. Maybe I thought I could decoupage it up. It didn't work. Of course, my mom wasn't happy. Being a mom now myself, I can understand that. My kids have pulled the same stunts on my furniture with glue and stickers. Luckily, it is possible to remove glue, stickers, and other adhesives from your furniture.

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