The Ask Anna Blog

How to Clean Oven Glass

I have never found a good solution to removing the cooked-on grime on my oven glass. However last week after posting about Discoloration on the Oven a reader asked me the dreaded question: “How do I clean oven glass?” So of course I had to find a solution! Because having oven glass that looks like this, is just not acceptable. I needed to find a solution for my reader but also for me! So today I’m giving you a quick tutorial for how to clean oven glass! Here’s what you need: Baking soda Water Something to mix in Clean microfiber… Read More

How to make Window Tracks Glide Easily

Here’s a great tip that I have received from a handful of my readers. If you are having trouble opening/closing your windows clean your window tracks and then once they dry, rub a bar of soap in the tracks; they’ll open and close so much easier. Thank you readers for the great tip! Can’t wait to try it!

How to Organize the Mail

Question: “I have the most trouble with paperwork… I get the mail everyday, and feel stressed!” Answer: This isn’t really a question but I know what she means. I think we all feel a little overwhelmed when we pick up the mail and there are tons of bills, junk, cards, ads, etc. It can easily become overwhelming and sometimes even a burden. Here are some tips for how to organize the mail and avoid getting stressed out by it! 1. Open mail as soon as it is brought in. If I can’t open it right at that moment then… Read More

How to Organize Feminine Products

Hi, I’m Becky from Organizing Made Fun! Anna has graciously allowed me an opportunity to fill in for her while she’s away! So, I’m going to share with you how to organize feminine products! Since 99% of you are women who follow my blog, and the other 1% is my husband….I figured I was safe to show you this! Do you see it? Yes, it’s a toilet! But, can you see where my secret is? Here is where I keep my “feminine products”. It’s sneaky, I know! But, we have a separate little potty {aka, throne room} and I… Read More

Pomegranate Martini

First of all I want to wish all of you awesome moms out there a Happy Mother’s Day! This drinks for you, cheers to being a mom!! I have to admit that I didn’t do a lot of cooking this week because we had family in town, as well as I was getting ready to leave for our trip (we left yesterday, woo-hoo!). So this week I’m doing another martini recipe since you all loved my last one so much. 🙂 This recipe I actually received from a fellow blogging friend after I posted the Dark Chocolate Martini… Read More

Feta & Veggie Pasta Salad

I’m honestly not sure where I got this recipe from but it’s a great one for summer! I love the freshness and bright colors in this beautiful pasta salad. Feta & Veggie Pasta Salad3 cups tricolor Rotini pasta, cooked, drained and cooled1 cup Traditional Crumbled Feta Cheese (I usually use an entire small container because I like lots of feta!)1 cup halved grape tomatoes1 cucumber peeled and chopped1 4oz can sliced black olives1 cup Italian Dressing1/2 cup finely chopped red onion1 avocado (optional) Toss all ingredients in a large bowl. Cover. Refrigerate for about an hour before serving so… Read More