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Q. My clothes sometimes begin to smell musty after not wearing them for a while between seasons. They are stored in a calico covered port-a-robe. Any suggestions for something simple and chemical free that will keep my clothes smelling fresh and rid them of that stale, musty smell? Michelle
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A. Old fashioned lavender is what you need. If you know someone who has it growing ask them for some when it's in bloom. You can then either tie a few sprigs into bunches and tie them to the hanging rail, or take the blossoms off and put them in gauze or linen bags to make sachets.
There are other things you can use if you don't like lavender. In the olden days pomanders were used to freshen the air. They are easy to make, using oranges and whole cloves. Make sure the orange skin isn't broken, then just stud the orange all over with the cloves, completely covering it. Tie a ribbon around the orange to use as a hanger. Or you could try cedar balls. You'll find them at places like Howard's Storage World or even Bunnings.
There are other things you can use if you don't like lavender. In the olden days pomanders were used to freshen the air. They are easy to make, using oranges and whole cloves. Make sure the orange skin isn't broken, then just stud the orange all over with the cloves, completely covering it. Tie a ribbon around the orange to use as a hanger. Or you could try cedar balls. You'll find them at places like Howard's Storage World or even Bunnings.
Q. Hi I am looking for a BBQ Sauce, as natural as possible for children who love it but react to something in the commercial product. Thanks. Sue
A. This is my favourite barbecue sauce. We all love it, and it is AJ's favourite sauce. He has it on just about everything.
Allan's Favourite Barbecue Sauce
Ingredients:
1 cup strong black coffee (instant is fine)
1-/2 cups Worcestershire sauce
1 cup tomato sauce
125g butter
¼ cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper (if this is too strong, 1 teaspoon will do).
Method:
Combine all ingredients in a heavy based saucepan. Slowly bring to a simmer. Let simmer 30 minutes over a low heat, stirring occasionally. Sauce should be thick and shiny. Delicious served with steak, chops or sausages.
I use my homemade Worcestershire and tomato sauces, so I know exactly what goes into them. If you use commercial sauces read the labels and check the ingredients for any that might trigger a reaction.
A. This is my favourite barbecue sauce. We all love it, and it is AJ's favourite sauce. He has it on just about everything.
Allan's Favourite Barbecue Sauce
Ingredients:
1 cup strong black coffee (instant is fine)
1-/2 cups Worcestershire sauce
1 cup tomato sauce
125g butter
¼ cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper (if this is too strong, 1 teaspoon will do).
Method:
Combine all ingredients in a heavy based saucepan. Slowly bring to a simmer. Let simmer 30 minutes over a low heat, stirring occasionally. Sauce should be thick and shiny. Delicious served with steak, chops or sausages.
I use my homemade Worcestershire and tomato sauces, so I know exactly what goes into them. If you use commercial sauces read the labels and check the ingredients for any that might trigger a reaction.
Q. I imagine the $300 a month food challenge is to feed a family. How much/ little do I aim for to feed just me and my Maltese terrier? Tash
A. The $300 a Month Food Challenge is for a family of four, or $75 per person per month. As a single you'd aim for $75 a month. That doesn't sound like much, and when you are starting this challenge you'll probably find it hard to reach. It is just a suggestion, a figure to aim for. I suggest you start by cutting your current grocery bill by 10 per cent, then when you are comfortable with that, cut it another 10% and so on until you reach your ideal grocery budget. Once you find you can't eat the way you like to eat on the money you are spending increase it by 10 per cent and you'll have your ideal grocery budget.
Not everyone eats the same food, shops the same way, buys the same brands so the figures are just a goal for you to aim for. Meal planning, no waste and shopping wisely will all help you reach your grocery budget goal.
A. The $300 a Month Food Challenge is for a family of four, or $75 per person per month. As a single you'd aim for $75 a month. That doesn't sound like much, and when you are starting this challenge you'll probably find it hard to reach. It is just a suggestion, a figure to aim for. I suggest you start by cutting your current grocery bill by 10 per cent, then when you are comfortable with that, cut it another 10% and so on until you reach your ideal grocery budget. Once you find you can't eat the way you like to eat on the money you are spending increase it by 10 per cent and you'll have your ideal grocery budget.
Not everyone eats the same food, shops the same way, buys the same brands so the figures are just a goal for you to aim for. Meal planning, no waste and shopping wisely will all help you reach your grocery budget goal.