Tag: houseold hints
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October 11, 2007 02:31 PM EDT --
Put that junk mail to use! Any paper you get in the mail that is only printed on one side can be used for scrap paper. A normal 8 1/2 x 11 sheet of paper can be cut into fourths. These scraps make grocery . . .
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April 12, 2008 01:35 PM EDT --
Dust pillows and curtains by tossing in your dryer and set on cool or air dry. Throw in a fabric softener sheet to help freshen them up.
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April 20, 2008 10:40 PM EDT --
The best way to clean your windows and mirrors without lint or smudges is with newspaper! The secret is the ammonia in the news ink. This also is a great trick for faucets, household appliances, computers . . .
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June 08, 2008 05:09 PM EDT --
If the screws on your eyeglasses loosen often, put a small dot of little clear nail polish on top of them after they are tightened and they will stay in place longer.
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June 08, 2008 05:16 PM EDT --
During a power failure, place your candle and holder in a saucer of water, this reflects more light and makes everything brighter.
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June 05, 2007 12:54 PM EDT --
Cottage cheese will remain fresher longer if you store it upside down in the refrigerator. This slows the effects of oxidation.
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June 23, 2007 10:59 AM EDT --
Slicing meat when partially frozen makes it easier to get thin slices.
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August 06, 2007 10:26 AM EDT --
To sharpen dull scissors, make several cuts through a piece sand paper--sand side up. Turn the sand paper over (sand side down) and make several cuts again to sharpen the other side of . . .
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April 24, 2008 01:57 PM EDT --
Dryer sheets create an invisable film on your dryer's lint filter. This can lead to a burnout of your dryer's heating element and it also apotential fire hazard. To avoid these problems, pull out . . .
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May 04, 2008 12:56 PM EDT --
Dont throw away the packing materials that are in items you buy. Bubble wrap can not only be used for packing things, it also makes a great texturizing medium for painting walls. Styrofoam can be . . .
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July 10, 2008 04:27 PM EDT --
If the pads of your dogs feet become dry or cracked, rub a little petroleum jelly into them to soften them.
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June 06, 2007 06:43 PM EDT --
When making cookies, always use unsalted butter, never margarine. The unsalted butter gives the cookies a lighter texture.
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September 13, 2007 04:29 PM EDT --
Save fireplace ashes and sprinkle them liberally over your garden in the late Fall. This controls the pH level. Ash is rich with phosphorous, potash and other elements.
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September 27, 2007 05:15 PM EDT --
You can smoke food without a smoker and even without a covered grill. To smoke without a cover, place wet wood chips in an aluminum foil package; punch small holes in the package with a fork, and place . . .
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September 30, 2007 03:14 PM EDT --
To polish copper, rub an ample amount of catsup on the copper and let it stand for 5 minutes. Rinse off the catsup with hot water and dry to find an awesome shine.
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October 06, 2007 02:39 PM EDT --
Pour a can of cola flavored soft drink in your toilet bowl and let it sit overnight. Brush and flush for a clean toilet bowl.
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October 21, 2007 02:28 PM EDT --
To clean a cd, do not rub around the cd, rub across it to clean it of dust and fingerprints. Use a soft, clean cloth and rubbing alcohol to clean them.
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January 06, 2008 03:45 PM EST --
Snow will slide off the shovel easier if you coat the shovel with car wax before using it.
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January 31, 2008 10:05 PM EST --
To keep fine china from being scratched, put paper doilies between plates and saucers when stacking them.
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March 06, 2008 05:27 PM EST --
When you need a funnel, cut the top off of a clean, empty water bottle or soda bottle to use as a funnel. If the cut edge is rough cover it with either masking tape of painters tape.
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