Affirmations really can change the way you think about yourself and the world. As you watch the later part of the video, actually try to say the affirmations after the narrator says them.
This video is the first of the series of affirmation recordings. If you prefer to hear it without watching the video or want to download the audio to your mp3 player, you can get the audio recording here.
If you have to clean, you might as well do it with something fun and pretty. These crocheted Swiffer covers are bright and cheery, and are great at catching dirt and dust. I was ridiculously excited about the prospect of trying out my new “toys.”
I made one cover with ruffles, and one without ruffles. For the one without the ruffles, I used Peaches and Creme cotton yarn that I found at Walmart; for the one with the ruffles, I used Lily brand Sugar and Cream cotton yarn that I bought at A.C. Moore Crafts. Without the ruffles, it takes one ball (2 oz.) of yarn; if you decide to add the ruffles, you will need a second ball of yarn. I paid less than $2 for each of the balls of yarn. You can use any type of yarn you want to – just make sure that you stick to the dimensions.
If you want a crocheted cover, but don’t like to crochet, there are plenty for sale on Etsy.
INSTRUCTIONS
1 (2 oz.) ball of yarn without ruffles; 1 additional ball of yarn if you want to add the ruffles.
This cover is made by crocheting one flat piece, folding the sides of that piece over, and then crocheting around the edge to keep the folded parts together.
(These instructions are for Lily Sugar and Cream yarn with a gauge of 14 sc=4 inches. You can use any type of yarn. If you use a yarn with a different gauge, just crochet a piece that is 15 inches long and 4 inches wide and then follow the rest of the directions.
Note: Older Swiffer heads are a little narrower than the Swiffer that is currently being sold. If you have an older head, adjust the width of your piece.)
Crochet main piece
Chain 60 stitches or enough so that the length is 15 inches.
1st row: (rs) 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook. 1 sc in each ch across. Make turn by chaining one stitch.
2nd row: *sc in each ch across. Make turn by chaining one stitch.
Additional rows: continue from * until width measures 4 inches.
Join Sides and Shape
At this point, you want to fold over the end your pieces onto themselves, so that each folded-over part is 2.5 inches by 4 inches. This will create the pockets for the Swiffer to slip into. When the cover is done, the bottom should be approximately 10 inches by 4 inches, and the top parts should each be 2.5 inches by 4 inches.
Sc around the entire edge of the cover, joining the double thickness of sides together where needed. As you go around, work 3 sc in each corner. If you do not want to add a ruffle, fasten off.
Suggestion: To ensure that the cover will fit properly, you may want to actually try folding the cover around your Swiffer sweeper before joining the sides together. This is the best way to guarantee a good fit.
Ruffle
The ruffle is created by dc 5 times into each stitch.
Time management is a problem for everyone. Finding the time to clean can be very difficult. One trick to getting your cleaning done is to use every available block of time, no matter how small. By using these small blocks of time, you can get quite a bit done before you even realize it.
It’s a good idea to keep a list of quick chores readily available so that you can refer to the list whenever you have a short amount of free time. This way, when you have 5 minutes free, you don’t waste time trying to figure out what you want to do.
To get you started, here is a list of 20 things you can do if you have 5 minutes free:
Almost any job can be broken down into 5 minutes segments. So, even if you have a big job, make yourself a list of all the components of that job and see if you can get it done in your free moments.
If you have any suggestions for other 5 minute tasks, please leave a comment.
