One of the first things many people do upon returning from the grocery store is wash their hands in order to prevent the spread of viruses and bacteria that we’ve come into contact along the way. But what about those reusable bags sitting on our kitchen floor or countertop? Reusable grocery bags can harbor all sorts of icky stuff left by raw meat packaging, unwashed fruits and vegetables, and from unclean surfaces. To wash toss those reusable bags in the wash on a warm, gentle cycle or hand wash in warm, soapy water and hang to dry.

A quick way to fluff up flattened, down pillows is to toss them in the dryer. Not only will they come out of the dryer plump and warm but any build-up of dust will also be removed.

Drop essential oils onto your wool dryer balls for a scented load of laundry. Add 3-4 drops of essential oils to a wool dryer ball and toss the balls into the dryer. For a stronger scented load of laundry add 3-4 drops to a wool dryer ball during the last 10 – 15 minutes of the drying cycle.