Grandma's Things

Kitchen storage space is an important asset that should be maximized. Whether you have a large pantry or only store non-perishable foods in an...

Cleaning the entire house is a chore that many of us put off until later. However, if you implement these simple cleaning tips a...

You probably think the toilet seat is the dirtiest thing you come into contact with every day - but that's far from the case! The...

Don't mess up your next tile project. Learn how long it takes for different types of grout to dry and how moisture can affect...

10 - 12  : serving(s) PREP TIME: 20 mins TOTAL TIME: 1 hr 20 mins Ingredients Nonstick cooking spray 12 oz. thick-cut bacon (about 10 strips), chopped 6 scallions, thinly sliced,...

Eucalyptus is a wonderful plant that offers many health benefits. Eucalyptus contains many antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties, making it very effective in treating minor...

"I grew up in a very clean house and that has totally influenced the way I live. A cleaning company that employs artists? She...

Floors are a real nuisance. You have to sweep, mop and sometimes even get down on your knees to scrub. Not to mention the...

YIELDS: 4 serving(s) PREP TIME: 15 mins TOTAL TIME: 3 hrs 45 mins Ingredients FOR THE CORNED BEEF: 1 package corned beef brisket (3 to 4 lbs.) FOR THE SANDWICHES: 1 tbsp. apple...

You can freshen up your electrical outlets without risking electrocution. Most people don't necessarily think about cleaning electrical outlets because of the risk of electrocution,...

We get it: The bathroom is not only one of the most important rooms in the house, it's also one of the most difficult...

Earlier this year, Marie Kondo's book, The Magic of Tidying Up, as well as her show on Netflix, became trending topics. The main theory...

Of all the chores you strive to do in your home (copper cleaning, gasket cleaning, mold cleaning, periodic cleaning), chances are that chimney cleaning...

If you have a cough, you may be tempted to rub Vick's VapoRub on your chest. But did you know it can also be...

YIELDS: 10 - 12 serving(s) PREP TIME: 20 mins TOTAL TIME: 1 hr 45 mins Ingredients FOR THE CAKE: 6 oz. semisweet chocolate, chopped  11 oz. bottle Guinness Stout 1 1/4 c. granulated sugar 1 1/4 c. firmly packed light brown sugar 11 tbsp. unsalted butter, softened  1/3 c. unsweetened...

This is a necessary skill that we all have to learn the hard way. I have a dog who gets sick in the car when...

In Victorian times, it was not uncommon to stroll leisurely through the neighborhood cemetery on a Sunday, perhaps stopping for a picnic. However, in...

Everyone uses toothpaste to brush their teeth, but do you know its other uses? Did you know that toothpaste can help heal a bruise?...

There is no doubt that bed linen is one of the most important elements of the house. It makes sense, doesn't it? You sleep...

Grout is an essential part of tiling, but it's hard to keep it clean! We have tile (and grout) in the entryway, both bathrooms...