D.I.Y. Post! And an apology of sorts.

Firstly, I have discovered a slight flaw in my whole plan about documenting my crafty makings. Specifically, I have realized a flaw that will last about 2 years. I just started a Masters program and it's a wee bit work heavy. My posts may get a bit further apart, but at least I'll be testing out more fast, easy and cheap recipes to make up for it.

That aside, I have my first D.I.Y. post!
My bathroom sink drains at roughly the speed of ketchup so I figured it was about time for a clean and drain. After poking around with a wire coat hanger to pull some hair out (ick, and there ARE uses for those 'evil' wire coat hangers), I did some research on how to make your own draino. This isn't because I am overly environmentally conscious or a greenpeacer, it's because I'm cheap. I was pleased to find this recipe by the lovely and talented Sayward Rebha over at Bonzai Aphrodite, that uses nothing but vinegar, baking soda and boiling water.

I'm quite pleased with the results! My sink actually drains now, so I really can't complain. Here's Sayward's post on her blog! Check out her chickens too, they're pretty cool.

http://bonzaiaphrodite.com/2009/06/natural-homemade-drain-o-or-how-to-unclog-without-chemicals/


Going back to my previous comment, I've finished my first week of class and I think I need to plant a tree or two to make up for the amount of photocopied articles I've received since Monday. There's a stack an inch and a half tall of paper by my desk right now. I have since discovered an awesome service that the City of Toronto offers that I may take advantage of to make up for my educational needs!

http://www.toronto.ca/trees/tree_planting.htm

They'll actually GIVE you a tree or a shrub to plant, along with planting advice! Sweet deal! I just need to get a place with a lawn and I'll be set.