Tag: houseold
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August 24, 2008 02:24 PM EDT --
When watering your lawn or plants, early morning or night is the best time, to reduce evaporation. To help control where your water goes, water when it's not windy.
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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 . . . more
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January 06, 2008 04:10 PM EST --
Clean your blender by filling it halfway with water and adding a few drops of dishwashing detergent. Turn the blender on and let it clean itself.
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March 16, 2008 01:26 PM EDT --
Clean your counter and table tops with peroxide to kill germs and leave a fresh smell. Put a little on your dishrag or spray it on the counters. It's less expensive than those other disinfectants and . . . more
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March 20, 2008 12:29 PM EDT --
Use plastic grocery bags as packaging material instead of styrofoam peanuts when sending packages to friends or family.
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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 . . . more
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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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July 03, 2008 11:34 AM EDT --
Use an old shower curtain under mulch in your garden to help deter weeds.
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July 03, 2008 11:44 AM EDT --
If you are making a floral arrangement with freshcut flowers and the stem of a flower is damaged or too short for your vase, attach a drinking straw to the bottom of the stem, cut to the desire length . . . more
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July 04, 2008 11:57 AM EDT --
To remove dried paint from paint brushes, put 3/4 cup of lemon juice in pot, bring to boil, put brushes in & let sit for 15 minutes--the paint will dissolve & you have usable brushes . . . more
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August 15, 2008 05:45 PM EDT --
If you throw a clean bath towel into the dryer, the towel will absorb moisture and the clothes will dry faster.
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August 17, 2008 09:03 PM EDT --
Crush burrs with pliers before combing out of your pet's hair. This makes removal much easier.
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August 18, 2008 05:06 PM EDT --
To get red wine stain out of a carpet, pour salt in the spill imediately. The salt will absorb the wine. Then vacuum it up!
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September 06, 2006 06:47 PM EDT --
I love to take something and turn it into something else! Here are a few things that are commonly thown away that I reuse.
1) Greeting Cards (especially Christmas cards) ----Christmas cards . . . more
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April 14, 2007 01:45 AM EDT --
Looking for ideas to freshen up your home? here's a few quick fixes that won't break the bank or take alot of time!
1. Rotate Art--Are your walls all cluttered with stagnant . . . more
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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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June 29, 2007 08:09 PM EDT --
Always use tongs when turning meat on the grill. This way, you'll avoid piercing the meat, which causes it to lose its natural juices.
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