*Reminder- The Giveaway I posted about last week will be over tomorrow night, so please enter if you want to inherit some hand-embroidered napkins. You still have a pretty good chance of winning!*
Happy Monday, everyone! You know you must be growing up when you actually enjoy the start of a new week instead of dreading it with your life. [Edit: Having been interrupted about 50 times while trying to get this post up, my attitude has changed. But being aware of said change, I’m determined to make this a joyful Monday, dadgumit.]
The coasters above were a birthday gift for Heather that I made on Friday. They were quick to whip-up, and I used felt as interfacing. I got the idea from Last-Minute Patchwork + Quilted Gifts. Fabulous book. I didn’t really follow the pattern- just guessed at the directions.
So Eric, a good friend of ours here in Tulsa, has decided to make his own cleaning products as he runs out of his old ones. This is not only environmentally conscious, but incredibly economical. Here’s an excerpt from an email he sent me:
“The advantages are HUGE: MAJOR cost savings; a healthier, toxic and chemical-free home; and the stuff actually works. (Did I mention it was WAY cheaper than regular household cleaning products?!)… It’s a great way to get rid of everyday carcinogens and harmful chemicals. So far, I’ve tried the glass cleaner, bathroom/toilet cleaner, and laundry detergent. Once you try the laundry stuff, you’ll never go back. I also can’t get over how cheap all of it is.”
Here’s a site he linked to that has lots of great recipes for cleaning up your act. I’m going to make the laundry detergent today since I just ran out.
And if you live in Tulsa, you can find the rather obscure Washing Soda at Reasor’s for about $2.50.
Finally, my husband is also having a giveaway at Movie Zeal. Seriously. If you like movies, check it out.
