... and Laundry Cupboard Makeover

This post is not a particularly 'crafty' one, but it certainly is a project that's been on my to do list for a while! So I thought I'd share how I organised by laundry cupboard, as an incentive for actually getting on with it!

Tips, Tools & Techniques - Cleaning Stainless Steel

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I've seen the tip of using cream of tartar to clean stainless steel on Pinterest (for example this post by a Real-Life Housewife) and decided to give it a go!!

Tip, Tools & Techniques - Makeup Brush Cleaner

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I do clean my makeup brushes occasionally but nowhere near often enough, and even then it's a bit of a half hearted swish around in soapy water! So, in an attempt to make myself feel virtuous, I decided to give this homemade makeup brush cleaner from Passion for Savings a go. Turns out it's really quick and easy!!

... and a Drawstring Peg Bag

I have been procrastinating about making a peg bag for ages. I knew I wanted to make one myself, but had very specific requirements in my head... not made with a hanger, easy to take on/off the washing line, something that I could stick in the washing machine... decisions, decisions!!

So when I saw this fab tutorial by Diary of a Quilter, it was exactly what I needed to spur me into action and finally make this Drawstring Peg Beg!

... and more Cupboard Organisation

Its that time of year again where everyone is Spring Cleaning! There are posts all over the linky parties at the moment - so here's another! After the success of Sian's Kitchen Cupboard Makeover last year, I decided to finally tackle our laundry / airing cupboard.

Tips, Tools & Techniques - Homemade Oven Cleaner!

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Tips, Tools & Techniques - Cleaning a Burnt Saucepan

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Tips, Tools & Techniques - Cleaning Converse Shoes!

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After a  good year or so of playing in parks, going to the beach, and some great gigs & festivals, (not to mention every day wear... and dingy nightclub wear!!), my trainers were in need of a good clean up. This is the "after" pic! They turned out great (PS. I don't normally wear my jeans like this of course - it's to show off our good work!!)

Tips, Tools & Techniques - Cleaning a Washing Machine

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With all this lovely summer weather, it's a great time to be washing and hanging everything outside to dry. The downside is that my washing machine now needs a good clean to get rid of all the soap scum and mould that builds up! 

Tips, Tools & Techniques - Cleaning an Iron!

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How to clean an iron:

Does your iron suffer from overenthusiastic crafting and end up a little worse for wear?! Fear not... here is a tip for getting it shiny and new again!!