tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post8721789705757892135..comments2024-01-28T02:19:35.150-06:00Comments on Tales from the Coop Keeper: Frugalicous Domesticity - Kitchen and LaundryJayme Goffin, The Coop Keeperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16760868033826492236noreply@blogger.comBlogger46125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-47440014645217569782010-01-23T21:27:47.155-06:002010-01-23T21:27:47.155-06:00OK, I came across your blog tonight. I love it. An...OK, I came across your blog tonight. I love it. And this post inspired me, really. We did a "throw out things we aren't using in the kitchen" about 2 weeks ago, but it really wasn't a hearty effort. After reading this post, I went back in the kitchen and just got rid of enough things to fill up an entire drawer. I mean, really, do we need 14 different sharp cutting knives? And 8 different stirring spoons of different heights? <br /><br />Our answer, for just the 3 of us, was NO. Really...it does feel good to get rid of things that I know I'm not using. Clears up the space and kind of clears up my head, just like you were saying.<br /><br />So -- THANK YOU for these "Frugalicious Domesticity" posts. Keep em' coming!Juliannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14274666431987775075noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-1397765189085134732010-01-23T21:27:46.119-06:002010-01-23T21:27:46.119-06:00OK, I came across your blog tonight. I love it. An...OK, I came across your blog tonight. I love it. And this post inspired me, really. We did a "throw out things we aren't using in the kitchen" about 2 weeks ago, but it really wasn't a hearty effort. After reading this post, I went back in the kitchen and just got rid of enough things to fill up an entire drawer. I mean, really, do we need 14 different sharp cutting knives? And 8 different stirring spoons of different heights? <br /><br />Our answer, for just the 3 of us, was NO. Really...it does feel good to get rid of things that I know I'm not using. Clears up the space and kind of clears up my head, just like you were saying.<br /><br />So -- THANK YOU for these "Frugalicious Domesticity" posts. Keep em' coming!Juliannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14274666431987775075noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-73852682394275827902010-01-21T08:37:34.264-06:002010-01-21T08:37:34.264-06:00I want to know where you hung that picture? LOL!
...I want to know where you hung that picture? LOL! <br /><br />O, we have a "galvanized sink" just like your's in your laundryroom, in our "booth"/"store" at Canton First Monday. It's a great display piece. <br /><br />Fun post....Cherry Hill Cottage~https://www.blogger.com/profile/07823987333503898984noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-87557010489414669662010-01-19T18:41:12.508-06:002010-01-19T18:41:12.508-06:00Vinegar works great!! I use it frequently and it ...Vinegar works great!! I use it frequently and it does not leave any sort of smell behind. I haven't ever had problems of static cling. Perhaps the person that does isn't using enough? Not sure. I probably put in about 1/2 per load.<br />I especially love it for towels. I don't use any type of softener on towels as it makes them less absorbant, but vinegar doesn't! Vinegar softens them, takes care of static cling and doesn't bother their absorbency.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-36628320117616649212010-01-19T18:15:07.428-06:002010-01-19T18:15:07.428-06:00Of course I was hating you for such a cool laundry...Of course I was hating you for such a cool laundry room because of that sink!! Then I saw your "real" laundry room and I am envious of that sink too!!!!!! I love it, reminds me of the years we lived with my father-in-law and I had to do laundry in a little basement like that only on a wringer washer.....complained at the time but I would give my right arm to have those days back now!!! <br /><br /><br />I am building a dollhouse too. I got it as an early Christmas present and I couldn't believe how many little bitty pieces there was to it! I finally had to put it away til I can get some more time to work on it. I thought my husband would like putting it together but he said it was all mine!!!!!! Dagum it!<br /><br />I have made my own laundry soap for about 4 years now and wouldn't change that for anything. I also have a folding dryer rack in my bedroom over a heat duct that I use daily. I can't seem to get on that wash on Monday schedule yet, maybe you will help me with that one too!!!!<br /><br />Thanks for all the tips!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18319782161332634827noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-90620132677791646992010-01-19T16:58:49.309-06:002010-01-19T16:58:49.309-06:00I just wanted to drop you a line and tell you how ...I just wanted to drop you a line and tell you how much I've enjoyed your blog over the last several months but didn't leave a comment until now! I finally jumped over the cliff and started my own blog yesterday as a way to chronicle my adventures and dreams of my 40 something life!! Like you, I love chickens, in fact, building a coop right now! Also, am on the lookout for a vintage Field and Stream or Shasta camper. AND, want to live the frugal life! So, with that, I say "Hello!!"Kimhttp://www.diaryofabackyardhomesteader.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-16276705405328747232010-01-19T14:52:34.127-06:002010-01-19T14:52:34.127-06:00Love your blog, very entertaining to read about th...Love your blog, very entertaining to read about the mundane task of cleaning. You make it sound fun!Delenahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05267264823175290041noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-32261176719949616002010-01-19T14:42:21.492-06:002010-01-19T14:42:21.492-06:00Jayme, yesterday I forgot to mention that you can ...Jayme, yesterday I forgot to mention that you can also use a Mexican soap called "Zote" instead of the Fels Naptha. I have found it at our BIG LOTS store. If you have a BL you can check to see if they have it. It actually makes your powder 'pretty in pink'. I also did a post about my soap making and that was the title.YayaOrchidhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12903215880257353340noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-32953799837449476192010-01-19T12:58:36.802-06:002010-01-19T12:58:36.802-06:00Oh, I so hope you answer my questions!
1) Where d...Oh, I so hope you answer my questions!<br /><br />1) Where do you purchase Fels Naptha?<br /><br />2) Please explain the vinegar as fabric softener please? Do you add it to the washing machine??? How much? It doesn't leave a scent behind, does it?<br /><br />THANK YOU!! Your posts are too much fun!Taliahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06274295352818030288noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-69274596126652516372010-01-19T11:04:18.046-06:002010-01-19T11:04:18.046-06:00Girlfriend~you have a great system. Oh, how I wou...Girlfriend~you have a great system. Oh, how I would love to have that laundry room, but I don't so I will just be jealous of those that do. Not really.<br /><br />Thanks for all the fabulous ideas. I am going to try the soap. <br /><br />I love your blog and your writing style.<br /><br />We are getting lots and lots of rain here in California...Dogwoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15938991454011362735noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-71515514369546277072010-01-19T10:30:41.676-06:002010-01-19T10:30:41.676-06:00Yeah, we got bowels too, Jayme.Yeah, we got bowels too, Jayme.Michellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11488626150901992145noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-468404915839132462010-01-19T10:06:35.565-06:002010-01-19T10:06:35.565-06:00Great post! I love routine. We are living in our...Great post! I love routine. We are living in our home as we build, which at times can be challenging. Even with all the debris from construction, my mind requires organization. I am always amazed at how a few minutes of cleaning and organizing as you go, saves hours later. You are inspiring! <br />Love the dollhouse and I LOVE the galvanized sink in your laundryroom. <br />http://welcometotheturnerfarm.blogspot.comLaurie at Turner Farmhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00351448321550247495noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-41874385567111560952010-01-19T09:36:13.359-06:002010-01-19T09:36:13.359-06:00Jayme, what a wonderful post. So inspiring! Do y...Jayme, what a wonderful post. So inspiring! Do you realize how many people do not have organizing skills or were never taught how to clean, cook, etc? Thousands!! I was born with the organizing skills and my precious Aunt taught me the cleaning skills. Put all that together with OCD and it's a great combination. :) I use to apoligize for the way I am but finally decided this is who I am and I like me. I just need the desire to like to cook. I am on my way to pick up a bread maker for 10 bucks this a.m. Can't use our hands like we use to so this will work for us. I have a "gadget guy" who is retired now and he uses everything he can in the kitchen. The things I've tossed, he's replaced at thrift shops. He is a blessing so I can't complain and he cleans them, I don't. :)<br />Great blog girl...don't ever stop!Lindanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-36931855147886720742010-01-19T09:35:54.492-06:002010-01-19T09:35:54.492-06:00Thanks for stopping by my blog! Yes, I love my Un...Thanks for stopping by my blog! Yes, I love my Union Loom :-) I'm posting more photos of some finished projects this week.<br /><br />I'm glad to have found YOUR blog! I'm inspired to hit the kitchen and toss TEN things this morning.Cindyhttp://www.journeytosimplicity.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-78378735497413873542010-01-19T09:28:20.438-06:002010-01-19T09:28:20.438-06:00Love using vinegar when washing my towels! It fres...Love using vinegar when washing my towels! It freshens them up so nicely! I would like to try the homemade laundry detergent - maybe next grocery trip.JJnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-84202354900360310292010-01-19T09:20:23.394-06:002010-01-19T09:20:23.394-06:00Another great post! I love routine especially sin...Another great post! I love routine especially since I'm back to working f/t. My mother in law has a cleaning routine and in the 26 years of being married to her son, I've never seen her house messy or dirty.Cathyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03572390891412582419noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-18788302819806827912010-01-19T09:10:48.232-06:002010-01-19T09:10:48.232-06:00Ya done good girlie, told ya. This is your thang ...Ya done good girlie, told ya. This is your thang Sweetie, anxious to hear more. Can't wait til Friday or Thursday, let us know. And where do ya get olive oil flakes? Never heard of that. Gotta find some. Time to go clean something and plan this weeks recipes. Thanks for sharing and love ya! Smooches from me too!ranoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-48810997229377755722010-01-19T08:52:18.980-06:002010-01-19T08:52:18.980-06:00You've said a lot in that post and I can't...You've said a lot in that post and I can't keep up with it in comments! Wonderful, lots to think about, lots to do! Thanks!ClassyChassyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12645241442596037812noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-39310449998935410142010-01-19T08:37:48.527-06:002010-01-19T08:37:48.527-06:00Oh, Miss OrganizedCutiePie!
How you help motivate ...Oh, Miss OrganizedCutiePie!<br />How you help motivate me!<br />I can do 57 minutes!! But not 58, put my size 10 down at 58!<br /><br />I make my own laundry detergent too. Love the smell. And re:dissolving it, I just run hot water in the machine till it's dissolved (only an inch or so), swirl it around with a big spoon I keep nearby and then switch to cold water. Even for whites. <br /><br />And about whites getting dingy? Every couple of months I wash my whites in Brite White. I found it at WalMart, with the Rit Dye. It brightens whites back to "like new". Cheap too.<br /><br />I also LOOOOVE my Downey but now it lasts for months and months. I put a very small amount on a wet rag and throw it in the dryer. All are soft, static free and smell lovely. When GrumpyUnk was in school and making 0$$ I would smell my neighbor's dryer exhaust blowing and I vowed to use Downey when we "made it". Sorta like Scarlett and carrots, eh?<br /><br />We have a septic system and were advised to do no more than 3 loads a day. I have waaay more than that so have to break up my laundry day into day's'. That's ok by me cause it makes me feel all homey and accomplished. <br /><br />Can't wait for more wunnerful tips! smoochesqueenbuffnesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06313125199537663853noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-24691905394727405012010-01-19T08:18:41.820-06:002010-01-19T08:18:41.820-06:00Hi!
Just wanted to share that vinegar as a soften...Hi! <br />Just wanted to share that vinegar as a softener is GREAT! I'm never going back. My clothes smell...freshness and crisp air (I dry them outside, in the balcony).<br />Jeans and towels never been softer<br />And I'd like to add my homemade recipe:<br />1 cup olive oil flakes<br />1 cup baking soda<br />1 cup borax<br />20-25 drops of essential oil of choice.<br />Mix all in a container and use 3 tablespoons per loadDreamCatcherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16152899950058066702noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-23354208287057049692010-01-19T08:02:29.342-06:002010-01-19T08:02:29.342-06:00Loved the first laundry room photo but would be th...Loved the first laundry room photo but would be thrilled to have your laundry room as well. A laundry sink would be divine! I used to do my laundry all on one day but we have too much laundry and too little clothes...which doesn't make sense but when husband's three pair of work pants are dirty he needs them washed before the week is over. I am curious if the soap recipe works well on stains, every time I've switched from Tide my clothes have more stains or someone breaks out in a rash.gideonmommasitahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16749861977718391731noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-78615099091212152672010-01-19T07:59:50.170-06:002010-01-19T07:59:50.170-06:00Very inspiring post Jayme. I love how you have a r...Very inspiring post Jayme. I love how you have a routine for everything. Makes it so much easier, I think. <br />I've been making our own detergent and we are very happy with it. We also use vinegar instead of fabric softener and it works great. Ok, there's a little static cling going on in the winter month, but we're ok with that. Doing laundry in one day doesn't work for me, but that's because I line dry and I don't have enough space to hang more than one load. Summertime is different, laundry gets hung outside to dry.<br />Your kitchen routine definitely inspired me, now I feel like I need to clean my fridge... as in right now!Ankehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16891642887957584851noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-12617616642619031782010-01-19T07:36:52.498-06:002010-01-19T07:36:52.498-06:00Well, I'm inspired and amazed that you can do ...Well, I'm inspired and amazed that you can do all that in 57 minutes! It would take me several days. But the old saying, "If you don't start, you won't finish" applies here. Did you know the Duggars live only a few miles from us? I see them at Walmart or Aldi. You can't miss them, they FILL the store!Joy Tiltonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04183952085695405635noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-71879270238595117232010-01-19T07:12:51.594-06:002010-01-19T07:12:51.594-06:00Loved this post so much Jayme! I also do laundry o...Loved this post so much Jayme! I also do laundry on Mondays although I do linens on Fridays. That way I can throw something in with the towels if I absolutely have to. I like that you only worked on the house for about an hour. I think when I get home from groceries today I will set the timer for an hour and see how much I get done. As far as cleaning out and getting rid of stuff, you wouldn't believe all the crap I just dragged out the door for Amvets to pick up today. What an awesome feeling. I might even post a picture on my blog later! Thanks for this post. I can't wait for more!Jen Kershnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16128661586028201160noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-74200214153643211362010-01-18T23:56:21.694-06:002010-01-18T23:56:21.694-06:00Wow...I need you to come an inspire me! I have be...Wow...I need you to come an inspire me! I have been giving my house the "once over" for FAR too long, I'm afriad! I NEED to detail it so badly...and I'm coming back to this post to give me the gumption to git r dun!<br />I've tried the homemade detergent and it just doesn't get my whites white anymore. Maybe it's my water? I have 1/2 recipe that needs to be used up yet, so I'm alternating it between loads. I sure wish it worked b/c I felt so domestic when I made it! And that pink shredded "cheese"...well, if it weren't soap, I'd have shoved a handful in my mouth it was so pretty! : )<br />A GREAT post!! Thanks!cherylhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14393223336289803845noreply@blogger.com