Remember when I said that you'd find a few deals posted here when I found a good one? Well, here's a good one. With the holidays right around the corner, the timing is right to start thinking about gifts and cards. Shutterfly is having a sale and it's 40% off everything! And, there's free shipping… Continue reading Shutterfly Sale
Rinse Aid Alternative for Dishwasher
When my new dishwasher was installed, it came with a feature I hadn’t bargained for: a flashing red light. The flashing red light was telling me I needed to add a rinse aid and no matter what I did, it wouldn’t stop flashing. For a moment, I considered returning the dishwasher. Honestly, the last thing… Continue reading Rinse Aid Alternative for Dishwasher
Automatic Dishwasher Detergent That’s Sort of Homemade
When I began this “get rid of our toxic cleaning supplies” and consumer products journey, I thought that I would be making all of our cleaners. What I’ve found is that there are products out there that meet my first two criteria: good for you and good for the environment, but they didn’t always hit… Continue reading Automatic Dishwasher Detergent That’s Sort of Homemade
Earthbound Farm Experience
Earlier this month, I went to a farm - but not just any farm. I was invited to Earthbound Farm Organic’s headquarters in Carmel Valley, California. As I flew into the San Jose airport, I had a few questions about Earthbound Farm Organic and I was looking forward to having them answered. For the record,… Continue reading Earthbound Farm Experience
Happy Three Year Anniversary Go Gingham
Yes, today is the day that three-years ago I pressed “publish” for the first time. With 522 published posts and no thoughts of slowing down, I thought I’d share a few insights of what keeps me going and what’s been exciting this year. On being passionate… Sharing what I love and am passionate about -… Continue reading Happy Three Year Anniversary Go Gingham
Washing Machine Question: Top Load or Front Load?
Here's a reader question from Annie who writes, “What should I buy for a new clothes washing machine? Front load? Top load? New or used? My old, basic machine works great but the interior is rusting and starting to make marks on my clothing, sheets, and towels. Rust does not come out as far as… Continue reading Washing Machine Question: Top Load or Front Load?
Seattle on the Cheap
This is a guest post from my husband. He makes a very good sandwich. I really don’t like to say cheap, but it seemed to work better in the title. Traveling for me is really about having fun, first, and starting out with the attitude of seeing how little can be spent. Framing it this… Continue reading Seattle on the Cheap
Christopher Kimball Ticket Giveaway
The month long 3-year Blog-i-versary celebration of Go Gingham continues! This giveaway is for 2 tickets to see Christopher Kimball of America’s Test Kitchen fame speak at the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall on Wednesday, November 6, 2013 in Portland, Oregon. Mark you calendars because the giveaway winner will receive 2 tickets to the event! Who… Continue reading Christopher Kimball Ticket Giveaway
IFBC Food
Now that I’ve shared “International Food Blogger Conference (IFBC) Tips” and “The Three P’s of IFBC: People, Place, Program” – all that’s left to talk about is the food. And really, if you’re going to a food blogger conference, you know you’re going to be talking about food! The food we enjoyed alone was well… Continue reading IFBC Food
Compostival and Giveaway Winner
There's something really great happening in the Seattle, Washington area and it's Compostival! What is that, you're wondering? (I was wondering what it was, too, when I first saw the word!) Well, it combines some favorite fall activities: composting, pizza, and football! It's really a celebration because folks who live in the area have done… Continue reading Compostival and Giveaway Winner
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