Recently, I received a review copy of Home-Ec 101: Skills for Everyday Living – Cook it, Clean it, Fix it, Wash it
I’ll admit it.
I was skeptical. You know how I feel about books and systems that claim they will solve my problems. I was afraid that this book might be one of those.
I was wrong.
I didn’t know what to expect, but I loved this book. Not that I read it from cover to cover, because it’s not that kind of book. It’s a resource of all things cleaning, home maintenance, cooking, and basically . . . . home-ec related. I did read pretty much every word, because the more I flipped around, the more I enjoyed it.
Have you ever wondered the best way to clean your light-fixtures? Fix your toilet? Make your own household cleaners? Repair a broken zipper?
This book has it all. It’s written with wit and reality and doesn’t make me feel like I’m the only one out there who doesn’t get a thrill from scrubbing out my shower.
Let’s be realistic. Around here, I get excited if I can say with certainty that I have vacuumed the living room rug in the past two weeks. Keeping my kitchen out of disaster mode counts as a huge success.
However, I do love to do the occasional deep-cleaning project. But sometimes I get overwhelmed because I don’t know where to start. I’m afraid that I’ll use the wrong kind of cleaner and make things even worse. Heather Solos, the author, gives practical instructions that help me overcome those fears (and eliminate those excuses).
And she’s funny. On my first flip through I landed on an answer to a reader question. The reader asked how to get diarrhea out of carpet.
I would have answered with, “Move!”
The first sentence of her very practical advice? “Wow, it sounds like you have had a crappier day than I have. “
I was hooked! I don’t mind clean-freaks, as long as they have a sense of humor about it.
I am excited to have this resource on my shelf. I also think it would be perfect as a gift for a new bride or a college graduate. Full of practical, real-life advice on how to set up and maintain a home.
One lucky reader will win a copy of this book!
NOTE: Giveaway is now over.
All you have to do to enter the giveaway is leave a comment on this post. Nothing special is required in your comment, but make sure that you include a way to contact you. You may want to avoid the spam-robots by spelling it out like this: aslobcomesclean at gmail dot com. Some of you with google accounts have it set up where I can email you through your profile when you comment, but if you’re not sure, leave your email.
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For once, this giveaway is open to everyone EVERYwhere! Worldwide! Woo hoo!
F+W Media provided a review copy of this book for this post. All opinions are my own. The Amazon link is an affiliate link.
I couldn't write this in my own review, but I think this book could be called "Everything Your Mother Shoulda Taught You About Keeping House" 🙂
Don't enter me in the giveaway. I already have the book.
I would love to win this book.
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This book sounds like it would make the perfect wedding gift for a friend of mine
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You, Nony the Slob Comes Clean, REALLY ARE the funniest blogger ever. I can so relate to you and if you could use this book, then I REALLY could use the book! Thank you! Tina iad050199 at sbcglobal dot net
Just a few minutes ago as I brushed my teeth, I was wondering about the right way to clean the light fixtures. Sounds like this book would be a great resource!
Thanks for writing this blog!
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Subscribed email, already liked you on Facebook, trying to add you to my Google Page, but for some reason it doesn't like me 🙁 Thanks for chance to win : )!
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i loooove these types of how to books!
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Would love to check this out. Always desperate for any new tips I can get on keeping things clean. I already subscribe to your blog.
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I also like you on facebook. 🙂
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Nony, you are the funniest blogger I've ever read. (That's actually true)
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I look forward to your blog posts delivered to my email.
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Nony, I like you and I "liked" you on Facebook.
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I love reading your posts! They make me smile every day.
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I also get daily e-mails, which I absolutely love!!!
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And I follow you on facebook. I seem obsessed. Actually, you are the only blog I follow! And I never want to miss a post!
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This book looks very interesting! Love your blog.
Just followed you on Twitter, too! 🙂
I would love a copy of this book.
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I would love a copy of this for my homeschooled son.It sounds like he could learn a lot from it.mary one day at yahoodotcom
I am a email subscriber. I have gotten more done since finding you than I ever did.Thank you so much for inspiring me to just get up and move.(move it out of my house)
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Totally true statement – You, Nony the Slob, are the funniest blogger ever. If you think this book is practical and humorous, it must be. (And I used to read Home Ec 101, but had to quit during one attempt to tame my reader. They helped me trememdously when I put together my homemaking binder, which sadly, sits neglected on my kitchen counter.) nettacow at gmail dot com, and thanks for the chance!
I've been subscribing since December of 2009, I think. :>)
I already follow you on Twitter, too.
Not only do I like YOU, I'm not afraid to publically admit it on facebook.
Hi Nony! Love your blog…it gives me hope that someday I can crawl out of this mess!
I am subscribed to your blog too!
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Now a google friend!
its awesome to check in and see your progress. it gives me hope for myself. would love to win the book. supernannymissmegan at yahoo dot com
I would love to win! Thanks for the chance!
i also joined your email list
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I'm a subscriber!
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oh wait not done…. now i'm following your blog too… see i kinda want the book haha supernannymissmegan at yahoo dot com
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I could use a book like this…even though I already spend more time reading about cleaning than actually doing it.
I added you to my reader…
I would love to have this book. And Noni, when you write your book (it's only inevitable)I want a copy of that one, as well!
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It's me again! This time I'm leaving a comment 🙂 hehe! This book might be helpful in transforming me into a "housewife" 🙂
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Sounds like a great book.
Sounds interesting. I like reading books like this and trying to find applications that I will actually apply.
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Hi! Love your blog… great giveaway!
I would love to win this book!!Thanks for the chance.goat09 at localnet dot com
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I would love to win this! I even promise, cross-my-heart-hope-to-die-stick-a-needle-in-my-eye to get rid of one of the (many) books currently burdening my shelf to make room for it…if I win…
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I have "Liked" you on FB!
Thats something I need ASAP!!
I subscribed, but I was already a subscriber, so now I have you twice on my reader. = P
Wow, sounds like a practical and fun book. I love that combination!
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I love your blog!! It brings smiles and giggles to my every day routine.
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Sounds like a great book! It's kinda sad but I never learned the basics of stuff like this.
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Looks like a great book
A good laugh coupled with good advice? Yes please!
Nony, you give me such inspiration and help me cope with my own slob tendencies. Thanks.
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I think that could make a great resource for ideas on things to make sure my kids know before they leave home. Thanks for the chance to win!
I would LOVE this book!
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Love your blog! Would love to win!
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This book sounds perfect for me!
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I would love this book. I need all the help I can get! Keep up the great blog.
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HI! Stumbled across your blog and love it. I am putting some of your tested theories to use!
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I love your giveaways! I could put those tips to immediate use around here,lol!
Sounds like a great book!
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Nony, your blog is AWESOME. Thank you for keeping it real and for entertaining us at the same time. And yes, I would LOVE a couple of this book.
I love reading your blog. I check in every day and miss you when you don't post. I think you're hilarious!
This book sounds great!
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this is a Sounds interesting. I like reading books like this and trying to find applications that I will actually apply………………….
this is a Sounds interesting. I like reading books like this and trying to find applications that I will actually apply………………….
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Just bought Heather’s book at Amazon. Even it is two years too late since my mother suffering from dementia passed away last spring. But I would have been very happy to know how to… clean the carpet. I’ve sold the house instead.
Which is true, but the carpet has not been the reason.
Love from Germany