Laundry Stain Removal Saturday: Citrus Iced Oatmeal Cookies
Today is Armed Forces Day and what better time to send some cookies to someone who is serving our country. Or, invite a veteran over for a cup of coffee and a cookie! If you happen to spill some of the ingredients on yourself, just follow the links to remove the stains.
Citrus Iced Oatmeal Cookies
Heat oven to 350 degrees F. In a mixing bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add vanilla. Slowly add flour and salt, mixing well. Stir in oats. Shape dough into 1-inch balls and place about 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheet. Bake 20-25 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove from baking sheets and cool on wire rack. Spread frosting on cooled cookies.
Frosting
Mix all frosting ingredients together. Spread on cooled cookies. Note: Flavorings can be changed to orange juice & zest or lime juice & zest.
Laundry Product Review: OxiClean Max Force Power Paks
I've been using OxiClean for years and love the way it works on stains that seemed impossible to remove. Now, the folks at OxiClean offer single dose paks. I gave them a try and love them. They are great for soaking in a large sink or bucket. Easy to use in the washer. Take a look at my review and you may just need to find a space on your laundry shelf for these! (Photo: MML)
Laundry Product Review: Odor Xit
Americans are obsessed with odor. Think about how many products we have in our homes to make them smell differently - sprays, candles, bamboo absorbing sticks, plug-ins and on and on. Stinky laundry is also a problem. Sometimes it is body odor, sometimes mold or mildew, sometimes smelly stains. I just tried a product that promises to remove odor - Odor Xit. Read my review and see if it is for you. (Photo: MML)
Laundry Product Review: Arm & Hammer Crystal Burst Power Paks
It has been a busy time at my house - my son purchased his first home and moved. And, I've been redoing his bedroom to become a guest room. So, there has been plenty of laundry at his house and mine - lots of bed linens! It is the perfect time for me to do product testing and my latest trial was for Arm & Hammer Crystal Burst Power Paks. The single-dose detergent made it easy to take some over to his house and they are easy for him to use as he handles the laundry for the next few weeks. Take a look at my review and see if you need some Power Paks! (Photo: MML)
Laundry Product Review: Tide Coldwater
Who wants to reduce their utility bill? I think I see everyone raising their hand or nodding in agreement. One of the easiest ways to save money is to wash the majority of your laundry in cold water. Heating water is quite expensive and uses lots of energy; so it is time to explore using cold water detergents. I've given Tide Coldwater a try and written a product review. Take a look at your utility bill for the summer....cold water is looking good! (Photo: MML)
Monday Laundry Day Q and A: How do You Remove Perfume Odors from Clothes
Every week I get questions from readers about how to handle laundry stains and problems. I'm sure that many of us have experienced the same problems and asked the same questions. So, I'm sharing a Laundry Q and A every Monday, the traditional laundry day. Hope you find it helpful!
Q: How do you remove perfume odors from clothes - especially a cashmere sweater?
A: To correct the problem: Odors can be tough to remove if you are in a hurry. But, with a bit of time and...Read More
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Laundry Detergent Deals On Sale: February 28 - March 6, 2012
Here are the laundry deals I found on sale this week. Check your Sunday newspaper for a P&G BrandSAVER.
Walgreens: Purex Laundry Detergent 33 loads or Purex UltraPacks 18 ct. $2.49; Shout Stain Remover 22 oz. 2 for $6.00; all Laundry Detergent 84-96 loads $9.99 with $1.00 reward
CVS: Tide 19-32 loads $5.99 (Limit 5); Gain laundry detergent 24-32 loads $5.99; Gain fabric softener 60 loads $5.99; Bounce dryer sheets 70-80 ct. $4.49; Ultra Downy liquid 40 loads or dryer sheets 70-80 ct. $4.49; all laundry detergent 28-32 loads Buy one Get one Free (limit 6); CVS card required for all sales
Rite Aid: Gain laundry detergent liquid 24-32 loads or powder 30 loads $4.94 (Limit 6); Gain Fabric Softener 60 loads or dryer sheets 120 ct. $4.94 (Limit 6); Cheer laundry detergent 24-32 loads (Limit 6); Rite Aid Wellness card required for all sales
Target: Downy 130-150 loads $8.99; Tide 75 oz. $8.99; Tide Boost Duo Pacs $8.99; Bounce dryer sheets 240 ct. $8.99 (Buy three of the previous items, get a $5.00 Target Gift Card); all laundry detergent 172 oz. liquid $11.99; all mighty pacs 72 ct. $11.99
Kmart: Purex liquid 50 oz. or Ultra Packs 18 ct or Powder 71-86 oz. 2 for $5.00; Zout stain remover 22 oz. 2 for $5.00; Gain or Cheer liquid 100 oz. or powder 53-80 loads $9.99; Era liquid 150 oz. $9.99; Downy Unstopables or Gain Fireworks 21 loads $5.99; Gain fabric softener 60 oz. liquid or dryer sheets 105-120 ct. 2 for $8.00
Dollar General:Xtra liquid 125-144 oz. $4.50; DG Bleach (regular, linen or lemon) 96 oz. $1.75Remember those in need and purchase extra laundry supplies to give to shelters, food banks and animal rescue organizations. (Photo: MML)
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Laundry Stain Removal Saturday: Make Ahead Peanut Butter Caramel Pancakes for Mom
Here's a great recipe for Mother's Day that can be made ahead so Mom can have breakfast or brunch before she faints from hunger! If you happen to splash a bit on yourself or drop some on Mom's sheets, just follow the links to remove the stains.
Make Ahead Peanut Butter Caramel Pancakes
Prepare 12 4-inch pancakes following package directions using mix, milk, 2 eggs and vegetable oil. Set aside. Combine sugar, butter, peanut butter and corn syrup in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat until smooth and thickened, stir constantly. Coat a 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Pour peanut butter mixture into the dish. Fit pancakes tightly into the dish, trimming if necessary. In a medium bowl combine eggs, milk, vanilla and salt whisking together well. Pour egg mixture over pancakes. Cover and refrigerate for eight hours. Bake uncovered at 350 degrees F. for 45 minutes or until lightly browned. Slice into sections and serve upside down. Garnish with whipped cream or whipped butter. Serves 6.
Is This Clean? - What's Hiding in Your Closet
I sometimes wonder "Is this clean?" when I look for something to wear. You know the dilemma, you've worn a shirt and it really isn't dirty but it has been worn so, is it clean enough? Well, an entrepreneur has come up with a system to help you determine how many times you've worn a garment and even when you wore it last. My Clothing Helper is a simple idea but may just be what you need. Read my review and decide for yourself. (Photo: MML)
Wisk Deep Clean Shares Our Dirty Laundry Secrets
When I read the results of Wisk's latest laundry survey, all I could say was "YUK". But then I settled down and realized that we all have some dirty laundry secrets. (I don't always treat stains immediately...I sometimes don't bother to fold undies since they don't show wrinkles.) Here are some secrets survey takers revealed: