In a handy and easy to use format Spotless provides encylcopediac answers to all kinds of domestic disasters - from how to repair scratches to removing stains and other disfigurements. An essential book for the kitchen bookshelf, each chapter addresses the stains, cleaning and household problems that may come about in each room of the house: the kitchen, laundry, bathroom, bedroom, children's room and even outdoors on a deck or patio. Filled with easy, do-it-yourself cleaning solutions, handy...
Building Life Skills (Goodheart-Willcox Home Economics)
by Louise A Liddell and Dr Yvonne S Gentzler
Provides information and guidelines for life skills in such areas as time management, money, child care, and cooking.
The Natural Apothecary: Baking Soda (Nature's Apothecary, #3)
by Dr Penny Stanway
Not just for cakes, bicarbonate of soda has long been recognised as a hero ingredient for anyone looking to make their own eco-friendly cleaners and beauty products. Made up of tiny crystals, bicarb's natural structure makes it the perfect gentle abrasive for home cleaning, and its natural antacid properties are ideal for tackling heartburn or creating antibacterial cosmetics at home. With our increasing awareness of reducing exposure to chemicals and the importance of keeping things natural, as...
Cath Kidston's easy style conjures up a way of life that many aspire to but few achieve. Described in the "Times" as 'the other domestic goddess', and in the "Daily Telegraph" as 'the woman who made cabbage roses funky, and delivered nursery prints, polka dots and candy stripes to modern bohemia', he look is desirable and accessible. "Tips for Vintage Style" distills the essence from Vintage Style, giving you the ultimate book of hints for your home. Covering kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms, sitti...
Gustav Stickley's own compilation of the best of his designs.
10,001 Ways to Declutter Your Home on a Small Budget
by Ed Morrow, Sheree Bykofsky, and Rita Rosenkranz
Designed for people concerned about the air quality in their home, this step-by-step guide covers the nooks and crannies of indoor air pollution-from what to look for to how to fix it. Jeffrey May and his wife, Connie May, draw from their professional expertise and previous books- My House Is Killing Me!, My Office Is Killing Me!, and The Mold Survival Guide-to create a friendly, easy-to-use workbook complete with mini-case studies, diagnostic exercises, illustrations, and recommendations. Th...
With a Save Make Do attitude, you'll soon be on the road to financial freedom - by making simple, healthy and sustainable choices. If you want to get ahead in life, both financially and sustainably, budgeting guru Lyn Webster can help. In Save Make Do, you will learn- - how to shop smarter - what to grow in your garden - the magic of baking soda and vinegar - 30 handy recipes (meals, treats and snacks; cleaning products and cosmetics) - clever ways to save, save, save With a Save Make Do a...
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle! (Green Books Guides) (Chelsea Green Guides)
by Nicky Scott
What do you do with your old mobile phone? Where can you take your old medicines? Which plastic is recyclable? What happens to the stuff you recycle? This easy-to-use guide has the answers to all your recycling questions. Use its A-Z listing of everyday household items to see how you can recycle most of your unwanted things, do your bit for the planet, and maybe make a bit of money while youre at it. Did you know that: Around 60% of your rubbish can be recycledbut only 11% is recycled (half is s...