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Easy Cleaning Hack: The Best Way to Wash Dirty Crocs

How to clean dirty crocs - LORAfiedIf you’re looking for the best shoe hack for cleaning dirty crocs, this is it! I’m sharing a quick and easy way to make them look brand new!

LORAfied Cleaning Hack: Dirty Crocs 🐊

First, remove the jibbitz. Then, stick the crocs in a sink of soapy cold water and give them a good scrub. We’re going to make a stain removing paste next! Recipe below.

 

Stain Removing Croc Paste:
1/2 cup baking soda
1/2 cup white vinegar
1 cup water

Mix together.

Then, grab a toothbrush or scrubbing sponge and focus on those stubborn stains. When you’re finished, leave them to air dry but just not in the sun!

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Home-Ec Hacks: How to Make the Perfect Cup of Coffee

How to Make the Perfect Cup of Coffee - LORAfiedIs there way to make a cup of coffee from the machine taste better? With this coffee hack, there is! Today I’m sharing the secret to brewing the perfect pot of coffee!

How To Make Coffee Taste Better ☕️

First, grab your filters! They can trap the oils that are harmful for you which also make your coffee taste bad. If possible, use filtered water. The coffee-to-water ratio is usually the number 1 problem….see below for a guide!

For stronger coffee: 2 tablespoons per cup

For lighter coffee: 1 tablespoon per cup

This makes you not overlook the quality of your coffee. Splurge on your grains when possible.

*Bonus Hack Alert!*

If your coffee is still bitter after all of that, just add a pinch of salt. It’ll cut the bitterness and give it more a rounded flavor!

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Non-Toxic Kitchen Hack: How to Stop Ants

How to Stop Ants - LORAfiedHere are a few of the easiest, non-toxic ways to stop ants from roaming around your kitchen pantry and counters!

LORAfied Kitchen Hacks: Stop Ants

Tip #1: In your pantry, use airtight containers. Click HERE to shop the ones I have!

Tip #2: Store your fruit in the fridge and run your disposal every day.

Tip #3: grab bay leaves and stick them wherever you see ants! Just make sure you hide them from your pets.

Tip #4: If you can find they entry point, my secret weapon is good old baking soda. Sprinkle where they’re coming in!

Tip #5: They also can’t stand vinegar so whip up a solution of half vinegar, half water and spray where you see them.

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4 Ingredient Low Carb Spaghetti Bake Hack

Spaghetti Bake Hack - LORAfiedThis easy, budget friendly spaghetti bake hack is only 4 ingredients! May sound strange, but this is a huge hit with the family!

LORAfied Low Carb Spaghetti Bake 🍝

Ingredients:
1 pkg shredded cabbage (8-10oz)
1 pkg ground meat (1lb)
1 jar pasta sauce (25oz)
1 pkg shredded mozzarella (6oz)

Directions:
Brown meat, season with Magic Seasoning
Add 2 tsp. of crushed garlic to meat, if desired
Spread entire bag of cabbage on bottom of 13×9 pan
Top with cooked meat
Pour entire jar of sauce over meat layer
Top with shredded cheese
Bake at 425F for 20 minutes

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The Best 3 Ingredient No Bake Cake Pop hack

Cake Pop Hack - LORAfiedLORAfied Cake Pop Hack 🎂🍭

Ingredients:
1 store bought frosted cake, any flavor
1 pkg chocolate chips of choice
2 Tbsp coconut oil
*Optional: Sprinkles of choice

Directions:
Drop entire cake into a large mixing bowl.
Using hand mixer, mix until the cake and frosting are fully combined, creating a play-doh like consistency.
Use an ice cream scoop to make uniform portions, dropping on to a parchment lined pan.
Roll into balls and freeze for 30 minutes.
Melt chocolate & coconut oil in microwave, stirring every 30 seconds until melted.
Take out frozen balls and roll again, this will make them smoother and more uniform.

Dip sticks into melted chocolate and stick halfway into cake balls.
Take your finger and smooth extra frosting along the top creating a little dome, which helps keep them on the stick.
Put back in the freezer 15 minutes or until set.

 

Dip entire ball in melted chocolate and top with sprinkles, if desired.
Stand on a tray and store in the refrigerator.

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Note: I buy a frozen cake and let it thaw. You can also grab a sale cake from the bakery, day old cakes work great for this!

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Money Saving Hacks: How to Store Fruits and Vegetables

Fruit & vegetable storage - lorafiedDo you feel like you’ve been throwing money away because your fruits and vegetables are spoiling before you can use them? Then this money saving hack is for you!

LORAfied Food Hacks: How to Store Fruits and Vegetables

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Tip #1: Store fruits and veggies separately.

Tip #2: Wrap celery in foil, making sure the ends are wrapped tight.

 

Tip #3: Cut off end of lettuce core and sit in a little water, a flower vase works great and looks pretty in your fridge.

Tip #4: Wrap unwashed lettuce in paper towel & sealed baggie.

Tip #5: Place paper towels on top of berries, store upside down.

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Quick and Easy Kitchen Hack: How to Cut Bread

How to Cut Bread

Are you cutting bread right side up straight off the end? Not anymore! The chances of flattening it are a lot higher if you do. With this kitchen hack, you’ll learn the best way to cut bread!

All we’re going to do first is flip it over! Always use a serrated/ bread knife and then cut from the ends! It’s easy and looks good too.

Note: this gorgeous sourdough is from @hasibread They use turmeric and pea flower to create the stunning violet/yellow combo. I don’t have an affiliation with them, but am in love with this bread. According to their site, they ship nationwide. I found them @erewhonmarket in LA.

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Game Changing Mouth Tape Sleep Hack

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When my doctor suggested this, I thought he was joking!  This crazy mouth tape sleep hack is a game changer. Plus, it’s an affordable solution for a great night’s sleep!

Basically, the tape forces you to breathe through your nose leading to better sleep. Simply close your lips and place the tape on top! Ever since I’ve been using these, I am able to sleep through the night. You can find the horizontal mouth tape pack of 28 HERE and the X-shaped 60 pack HERE.

Please consult your own doctor before trying this.

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5 Ingredient Moist Crock Pot Cake Hack

crock pot cake hack - lorafiedCrock pot cake?! That’s right! Only 5 ingredients and easy to make. This is going to be the moistest cake you’ll ever have!

LORAfied Crock Pot Cake Hack

Ingredients:
4 eggs
1/2 cup oil
1 cup water
1/2 cup sour cream
1 box cake mix, I used confetti flavor (GF works, too!)

Directions:
Mix all 5 ingredients together.
Spray crock pot and pour in.
Cover and cook on high for 2 hours (check at 1:30 hours) Could take much longer, depending on your slow cooker.

Important Notes: Slow cookers vary a lot! To keep the cake from being overwhelmed by condensation, place a layer of paper towels under the lid. Also, prop the lid open a little, you can use a the handle of a wooden spoon to let the steam escape. When I make this in my Cuisinart Slow Cooker, I don’t have to prop the lid or add the layer of towels, but my actual Crockpot creates a lot more steam, making the tweaks necessary.

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Home-Ec Hacks: Easy DIY Fabric Softener

DIY Fabric Softener LORAfied home ec hackSAre you still using commercial fabric softener? It may smell good but it’s full of chemicals! Let’s toss it and make our own!

LORAfied DIY Fabric Softener

Ingredients:
½ gallon White Vinegar, 6%
½ gallon distilled or filtered water
50 drops of essential oil of choice
¼ cup 91% rubbing alcohol

Directions:
Shake before using to distribute essential oil.
Use 1/4 – 1/2 cup per load in your fabric softener dispenser

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The Best Creamy Buttercream Frosting Hack

buttercream frosting hackIf you’ve been afraid to make buttercream, I’m here to the rescue with an easy buttercream frosting hack AND a secret!

LORAfied Buttercream Frosting Hack

Ingredients:
1 cup salted butter (2 sticks) softened until you can leave a thumbprint
1/4 teaspoon salt (add 1/2 teaspoon if using unsalted butter)
4 cups powdered sugar, measured, then sifted
3 tablespoons heavy cream or whole milk
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract (can add 3 tsp if you’d like to bump up the flavor)
1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice (bottled works, too)

 

Directions:
Whip together butter and salt until well combined. Hand mixer works well here!
Add half of the sifted powdered sugar and mix until fully combined.
Add remaining sifted powdered sugar, mixing again.
Pour in heavy cream, vanilla and lemon juice, whip until smooth

 

Note: you don’t taste the lemon juice, it just brightens the flavor and helps tame the sweetness.
To make chocolate buttercream, skip the lemon juice, cut powdered sugar back to 3 cups and add 1/2 cocoa powder.

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Travel Hack: How to Travel With Your Pets

travel hack - lorafiedTravel hack alert! Did you know you can buy your dog an airplane ticket? If you’re looking to fly with your pets, here’s how!

First you’ll need a carrier that fits under the seat (click HERE for the ones I use.)  Verify the size with your airline. To be allowed in the cabin, dogs need to be about 20 pounds or less.

Important notes: These guys count as one of your carry ons and you’re not allowed to take them out while flying. Airlines charge around $125 per dog for one way.

Make sure to use this travel hack and book your pets for your next flight. You want to make sure there’s space on the plane!

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