Tips and Hacks

Keep this kitchen measurements cheat sheet nearby to make cooking easier.

Kitchen gadgets can vary from one southern home to another. However, I do know what I like, and that’s what I plan to share. For me, it’s all about convenience and making cooking fun. First of all, it’s important to remember that most of these gadgets are not essential to cook a good meal. In …

These aluminum foil hacks can rock your world. Well, maybe not really rock it, but they’ll make life easier. I learned quite a few hacks from my southern mama, but I’ve also picked up a few on my own. There are so many things you can do with this kitchen staple. When foil goes on …

These laundry hacks are tips I’ve accumulated over the years. Back when I still lived with my parents, my mother taught me some of them. Then in college, I learned a few more from friends. And after I graduated, I figured a lot of things out on my own. You probably have some of these …

If you’re anything like me, you’ll find these clothespin hacks invaluable. If you don’t have these little workhorses, go out and pick up a pack. Clothespins are super cheap, and you can easily find them in the laundry section of most discount stores. You can also these wooden clothespins from Amazon. Back in the day, …

Instant pot tips can take you from being an okay cook to cooking like a pro. Unquestionably, this handy appliance is a must for anyone who leads a busy life but wants good meals. You can cook everything from vegetable soup to Mexican chicken rice bowls in an Instant Pot. And you can cook most …

Dryer sheet hacks can make your life so much easier. And one of the best things about them is they’re cheap. First of all, dryer sheets are obviously good to have on hand if you want to soften your laundry. In addition to that, they help decrease static electricity, so you don’t have your clothes …

School lunchbox ideas were often a challenge for me when my girls were growing up. I wanted them to be well nourished, but I also wanted them to eat their lunch. It turned into a balancing act and a bit of negotiation. I usually promised I’d give them some chips if they ate their sandwich. …

These southern mama tips and hacks should help make the job a little easier. Before your children came into this world, you probably had no idea how difficult it could be. Now you know better. Never fear. I’ve been there, so all my southern mama tips are tried and true. If you seen a southern …

Life hacks are tips on how to deal with everyday problems. After all, life can get difficult at times, and there’s nothing you can do to change that. However, something southerners know is how to use hacks to make things a little easier. Life Hacks in the Home If you drop glass and break it, …