Brown Bag Lunch Ideas

Back to school 1982

Packing lunches quickly becomes a dreaded chore when school starts in the fall.   Here are some ways to keep them interesting: Main Snacks Fruit Drink Lunchbox Food Safety Tips from Health Canada Don’t miss a thing at Homemaking Jewels.  Subscribe today!

Guidelines for Cleaning

faceless person cleaning mirror with sponge

Here are a few simple rules to keep in mind when cleaning a room. Subscribe to Homemaking Jewels today.

Food Storage

There has been much discussion and concern raised about storing and heating food in plastic containers. As someone who prides herself in taking a bag lunch to work, I was guilty of doing this regularly! When I heard of the possible hazards of chemicals leaching into my food, I quickly… Read more“Food Storage”

Spices – how to keep them organized

Labelled spice jars in alphabetical order on three-tiered shelf in cupboard. Julia Stewart photo.

Spices put life into your cooking. But, I tend to use my usual seasonings – salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, etc. – especially when I’m in a hurry. A few years ago, my sister gave me six very cute little jars. I loved them and thought I would like to put… Read more“Spices – how to keep them organized”