The Ask Anna Blog

How to Clean out your Closet and get Free Clothes

I recently stumbled across this quote on Facebook and reposted it on my Ask Anna Facebook page. So many of you loved the idea of this but said if you truly cleaned out your closets and got rid of the things you “wouldn’t buy anymore”, then you wouldn’t have any clothes left! All your comments got me thinking about how I get rid of my unworn clothes and get new clothes for free! A couple years ago my friends and I started having girls’ clothing swap nights. Every couple of seasons we get together, bring all the clothes we don’t… Read More

How to Clean a Hair Brush

I’m going to apologize at the beginning of this post because this is actually kind of a gross post. However I’m writing it anyway because it’s important to know how to clean a hairbrush, and to do it every few months, to maintain the quality of your brushes. The first thing you will need are your hair-filled brushes. I use two brushes every day so I’m going to show you how to clean both types. The next thing you’ll need is a fine tooth comb. Now it’s time to clean. Using the wider end of the comb, insert it at… Read More

Dairy Free Marshmallow Pops

Bring on the green! St. Patrick’s Day is on Sunday so it’s time to start thinking of creative and fun ways to celebrate! When it comes to treats, I know that my kids love anything on a stick…especially when it’s dipped in chocolate. One day I wanted to make cake pops, but didn’t have the hours to spend on them. I found a bag of marshmallows in the pantry and thought, “Hey, this would be way faster! Plus, who doesn’t love marshmallows?” These marshmallow pops have become a new favorite in our house. They are so easy to make and… Read More

How to get rid of Gnats in the House

I’ve had a number of readers email me to ask how to get rid of gnats in the house. It’s a good question — and I can’t stand the thought of those pesky plant gnats. After doing some research, however, I’ve discovered that over watering is a huge factor in creating the problem. The gnats lay eggs and reproduce in moist soil. So the No. 1 one way to prevent plant gnats is to not over water. If you already have them in your soil, the easiest way to get rid of them is to re-pot your plants in healthy,… Read More

Chocolate Lava Cakes

I shared this recipe over at Tatertots and Jello a couple weeks ago but these chocolate molten lava cakes are so delicious that I had to share them here too! This is one of my all time favorite recipes to make when we have guests over because it is so good and super easy. These chocolate lava cakes only have five ingredients in them and they are normal, everyday ingredients that you probably already have in your fridge and pantry! I promise, these chocolate lava cakes taste even better than they look and your guests will be so impressed with… Read More

Disneyland Pictures and Malea’s Tinkerbell Cake

I can’t believe my baby girl is 4 years old! What a whirlwind age 3 was, she started 3 being a little toddler at home, and finished age 3 in school, reading and writing!!! It’s amazing how much can change in just one year, I can’t wait to see what age 4 holds for us! For her birthday my husband and I took Malea, and our nanny, to Disneyland. The trip was so much fun and it was incredible to see the magic of Disneyland through a little girl’s eyes. She loved getting to meet the princesses and fairies and… Read More