tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post979406820099989572..comments2024-03-18T03:03:42.559-05:00Comments on IHeart Organizing: Quick Tip Tuesday: A Bag for RagsIHeart Organizinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05084013302005288836noreply@blogger.comBlogger65125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-52181476344377358862021-10-08T21:01:51.069-05:002021-10-08T21:01:51.069-05:00Do bugs ever get attracted to the bag in the kitch...Do bugs ever get attracted to the bag in the kitchen? We have a couple fruit flies that love our kitchen rags so I'm looking for a way to handle them until I have enough to wash. Small house, no basement or garage. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02548072067781179468noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-85643717858200173532016-02-24T14:48:22.181-06:002016-02-24T14:48:22.181-06:00This is a great idea! We just started doing this ...This is a great idea! We just started doing this and its been working like a charm! Great space saver! Love your website, so many creative ideas!ktulaczhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14187803169554084401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-24731742587217747882015-01-12T11:26:33.407-06:002015-01-12T11:26:33.407-06:00I typically just leave it unzipped to keep things ...I typically just leave it unzipped to keep things easy peasy. IHeart Organizinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05084013302005288836noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-15789679136275812962015-01-12T11:20:53.665-06:002015-01-12T11:20:53.665-06:00I love these from Amazon: http://amzn.to/1A8cF2U
...I love these from Amazon: http://amzn.to/1A8cF2U<br /><br />Microfiber is my favorite cleaning rag/tool. :)<br /><br />xo!IHeart Organizinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05084013302005288836noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-63203229168011785232015-01-12T10:43:19.995-06:002015-01-12T10:43:19.995-06:00Hi Courtney! You can see how we store rags here: ...Hi Courtney! You can see how we store rags here: http://iheartorganizing.blogspot.com/2012/11/everything-under-kitchen-sink.html<br /><br />Think stacking baskets or drawers, anything to maximize the vertical space. <br /><br />xoxo!<br />JenIHeart Organizinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05084013302005288836noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-63938897487122664552015-01-11T21:34:22.632-06:002015-01-11T21:34:22.632-06:00Suggestions on how to store clean rags (under the ...Suggestions on how to store clean rags (under the sink) to free up drawer space?Courtney Wellshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00528426600525515560noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-47970877435412387062015-01-10T22:45:34.392-06:002015-01-10T22:45:34.392-06:00Aha, I found the exact link you need. It's cal...Aha, I found the exact link you need. It's called "The Bad, The Worse, and The Ugly. Why We Don't Recommend Homemade Detergents". They have photos and all the peer reviewed evidence you need :)Britnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-53546401016889282352015-01-10T22:40:45.236-06:002015-01-10T22:40:45.236-06:00One last thing, the idea of diy sounds so great we...One last thing, the idea of diy sounds so great we often forget about common sense. I did! <br /><br />When you wash your dishes, does a few drops of soap clean all those items? No. So how could a few tablespoons of homemade soap truly clean all that dirt and grime out of all those clothes in all that water? <br /><br />It just doesn't sound right. Because it's not. 3 years later and my clothes were horrible. My whites were dingy, my clothes stunk, and there was soap build up in my machine. Sure, I could clean it out, but I can't clean the tubes that the machine sends it through. Sure I could add vinegar in to get rid of the smell, but why were my cloths smelling anyway? Clean clothes shouldn't smell! <br /><br />Those were signs I was missing that that "detergent" was just destroying my machine and my clothes. Britnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-51775112888290442592015-01-10T22:32:49.788-06:002015-01-10T22:32:49.788-06:00Unfortunately, the large fan base can be attribute...Unfortunately, the large fan base can be attributed to websites like Pinterest where anyone can post and get millions of hits. <br /><br />The ingredients in those diy recipes usually include a soap like zote or fels naphtha, maybe even ivory. While they're located in the detergent isle, they're not really detergent. They're for spot treatment. Additionally, the other ingredients are just boosters and water softeners. There's nothing really cleaning your clothes. The ingredients are just masking the smell. I know this personally because I used it for three years and then participated in a "challenge" to see how bad that stuff was. <br /><br />I use cloth diapers and as much as no would love to be able to wash my clothes for as cheaply as possible, diy is not the way to go. There are thousands of mothers across the nation that use fluffloveuniversity to help them fix what diy has done to their diapers AND their babies. For example, since the diapers aren't really getting clean, that bacteria sits there in the diaper wash after wash. Eventually, the bacteria starts causing rashes and even worse problems like MRSA. My son actually almost had permanent scarring from the ammonia burns.<br /><br />If you're looking for a cheap, plant based detergent (to "avoid" chemicals) Sun is a great option. Just make sure that you're using hot water to activate the enzymes. <br /><br />Again, all of this can be explained on that website, but I just had to follow up with you. <br /><br />If you don't believe me, I'd love to challenge you to try the same challenge I did. Put all of your towels or pillows in a bath tub in the hottest water possible. Mix in 3 tablespoons borax, 3 tablespoons washing soda, and 3 tablespoons liquid Calgon. Let it sit and soak over night until it cools. The next morning look at your water. The majority of the time, your water will be black. If it doesn't, don't doubt me yet. That doesn't mean anything. But give it a few tries after a regular wash with regular detergent and see if your towels aren't more absorbent. See if they don't feel cleaner. I promise, it will blow your mind. <br /><br />Britnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-74545413810003544042015-01-09T00:35:00.788-06:002015-01-09T00:35:00.788-06:00I am wanting to make the switch from all the paper...I am wanting to make the switch from all the paper towels we use to using more cloths and rags. Could you share what your favorite cloths/rags are to purchase? Thanks.<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-40540229186252015122015-01-09T00:30:04.151-06:002015-01-09T00:30:04.151-06:00Love this...just purchased two bags! Looking forw...Love this...just purchased two bags! Looking forward to Tip Tuesday. So excited to try this out. When you are waiting for the rags and bag to be laundered, do you leave your bag unzipped (like pictured) or do you zip it closed with the rags inside the bag? Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-11061881197515576122015-01-08T22:07:27.975-06:002015-01-08T22:07:27.975-06:00Brilliant idea, need this for the kids!Brilliant idea, need this for the kids!Nadiahttp://jbpreviews.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-70963294717382891972015-01-08T20:34:19.911-06:002015-01-08T20:34:19.911-06:00Jen,
I did the same thing last summer! The wet ...Jen, <br /><br />I did the same thing last summer! The wet bags are also great in the bathroom for the little one's wet washcloths. <br /><br />Best,<br />KelleyAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13760279818145348761noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-76021813086322327912015-01-08T16:35:01.577-06:002015-01-08T16:35:01.577-06:00Hurrah for brilliant tips! We use a similar system...Hurrah for brilliant tips! We use a similar system in our home and it has worked well for years. The kids know where to find the "clean up towels" whenever there's a spill. I'd never thought of using a wet bag though. What a great idea! :)PlainJanehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13565789468234157620noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-64483423585317234032015-01-08T14:42:02.258-06:002015-01-08T14:42:02.258-06:00Thanks for the reply and I will be trying out this...Thanks for the reply and I will be trying out this idea!Cindyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18161302659292107895noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-27862421006239946692015-01-08T13:38:44.915-06:002015-01-08T13:38:44.915-06:00Love that song...
What a simple easy idea. Those ...Love that song...<br /><br />What a simple easy idea. Those are always the ones I gravitate toward when I am trying to make changes at my house. Looking forward to more Quick Tips!Nicolehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11936495438432503891noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-21360820368455938962015-01-08T11:03:32.559-06:002015-01-08T11:03:32.559-06:00Thank you for posting this! I have three wet dry b...Thank you for posting this! I have three wet dry bags for my son's stuff, so might be able to use one of them or just get a new one! You may want to warn your readers that they aren't all the same! Looks like the brand you got is similar to Planet Wise, which has a great mailable lining and nice outside fabric. I also have a Skip Hop one and HATE IT! The lining on the insides is so stiff, unbreathable, and when washed and dried, still comes out wet. The Herlingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05073334964888053061noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-78122912604247250072015-01-07T21:31:42.992-06:002015-01-07T21:31:42.992-06:00Interesting Brit, I will definitely do more resear...Interesting Brit, I will definitely do more research and be sure to check them out. I will admit I am a bit surprised, I have heard for years the endless benefits to using homemade detergents, and our clothes have never looked better. We toss our small amount of powder right into the drum with the clothes to prevent any clogging in our machine, and always rinse with vinegar which is a natural descaler. Our clothes never have an odor, are always soft and colors don't seem to fade. That said, I am always interested in reading pros and cons of all avenues, and never against switching things up. I appreciate the comment!IHeart Organizinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05084013302005288836noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-24341621897404800882015-01-07T21:04:34.381-06:002015-01-07T21:04:34.381-06:00Jen, This is genius. We use so many rags, in lieu ...Jen, This is genius. We use so many rags, in lieu of paper towels, that I dedicated a drawer in the kitchen to the clean ones. But I've been walking the dirty ones into the laundry room each night. I just happen to have a couple wet bags from when my kiddos were babies. I am so excited to add this under my sink. Plus, the wet bags have super cute patterns on them, which is fun!Jackiehttp://www.schoolofdecorating.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-59410625603459920862015-01-07T19:21:09.366-06:002015-01-07T19:21:09.366-06:00Jennifer, you should really consider going back to...Jennifer, you should really consider going back to regular detergent. Homemade detergent is NOT detergent. It's soap and will void your washing machine warranty. There are websites specifically dedicated to proving how bad that stuff really is for your clothes. I suggest you read up on it. The ingredients needed to properly clean your clothes are not available to the public unless you're using a wash board like in the old days. Fluffloveuniversity.com They have scientific evidence to show you exactly why that stuff is nothing but crap for your clothes. britnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-9957751322348542492015-01-07T19:12:17.160-06:002015-01-07T19:12:17.160-06:00Thanks for the tip! Adding to my to do now! :) Thanks for the tip! Adding to my to do now! :) Haleigh Kellsnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-30209941956376854422015-01-07T16:51:28.726-06:002015-01-07T16:51:28.726-06:00You may have. :) I know I have mentioned it befor...You may have. :) I know I have mentioned it before in emails, comments and maybe even a post here and there, but never actually dedicated a specific post to it. So happy to hear you have been using it and it has been working just as well. xoxo!IHeart Organizinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05084013302005288836noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-3635480071471112332015-01-07T16:29:22.702-06:002015-01-07T16:29:22.702-06:00I have been using this for about a year now and th...I have been using this for about a year now and thought I got the tip from you Jen the organising master. These bags wash beautifully and don't fade. There amazing. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13609930838909999510noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-85042709909363035412015-01-07T16:20:45.909-06:002015-01-07T16:20:45.909-06:00Hi Cindy!
No smells after. I wash with homemade ...Hi Cindy!<br /><br />No smells after. I wash with homemade detergent and vinegar fabric softener. You can check out those recipes here: http://iheartorganizing.blogspot.com/2014/04/monthly-clean-home-challenge-recap.html<br /><br />xo!IHeart Organizinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05084013302005288836noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8864666002840991252.post-44513287807704172682015-01-07T16:18:22.432-06:002015-01-07T16:18:22.432-06:00I have never noticed any mold or mildew growth ins...I have never noticed any mold or mildew growth inside of the bag or rags. I typically wash everything within a few days, but there have been times where the rags have sat in the bottom for a longer period of time and it really does seem that the smells are just absorbed into the bag, yet the bag always washes clean and never carries a scent. Some rags are dryer than others, but I am not sure that is what makes the overall difference.<br /><br />xoxo!IHeart Organizinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05084013302005288836noreply@blogger.com