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Here are some interesting uses of aluminum foil to make your life easier!
Scrub burned pots Wad up a piece of tin foil into a ball and use it like you would a piece of steel wool. Scrub those burnt pots clean!
Reduce ironing time Place a piece of foil between your metal ironing board and the [...]
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Remove Crayon Marks: Squirt a small dab of non-gel toothpaste on the wall where the mark is. Rub gently with a soft cloth, then rinse with warm water. Voila!
Deodorize Hands: Can’t get garlic or onion odor off your hands? Wash them with a blob of toothpaste.
Whiten Sneakers: Clean rubber soles by [...]
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COFFEE FILTERS: Not just for making coffee….
1. Cover bowls or dishes when cooking in the microwave. Coffee filters make excellent covers.
2. Clean windows and mirrors. Coffee filters are lint-free so they’ll leave windows sparkling.
3. Protect China ….Separate your good dishes by putting a coffee filter between each dish.
4. Filter broken cork from wine. If you [...]
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The Importance of Making a Phone Book for Children
In today’s world we’re finding it more important to educate our children on safety tips and how to handle emergencies. I got a great child-safety idea from my sister who sent a small photo album (a single 4×6 photo per side of page) with pictures and phone [...]
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When and How to Get a Family Pet
How to know when it’s a good time to get a family pet and how to get your child to take on the responsibility…
Chances are you have a child who has been begging you to get a pet (or another one!) which has led you to reading this. [...]
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