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Preventing Guacamole from Turning Brown
- After you make it, squeeze a bit of lemon or lime juice into it and then cover with plastic wrap and flatten it down. Make sure the bowl is tightly sealed.
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Preventing Guacamole from Turning Brown
Written by tips and tricks on Tuesday, August 16th, 2011 in Cooking, Tips & Tricks.
Washing Down Comforters
Written by tips and tricks on Thursday, August 11th, 2011 in Cleaning.
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Washing Down Comforters
- Most dirty average-size comforters can be machine-washed with mild detergent on a gentle setting, if care label indicates that’s okay. Then put in the dryer as usual on low heat for a longer time.
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When You Store Linens or Bedding
Written by tips and tricks on Monday, August 8th, 2011 in Storing, Tips & Tricks.
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When You Store Linens or Bedding
- To keep them smelling nice and fresh, tuck an unwrapped bar of good-smelling soap or a fabric softener sheet in between them.
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Recycling Paper Grocery Bags
Written by tips and tricks on Wednesday, August 3rd, 2011 in Recycling, Tips & Tricks.
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Recycling Paper Grocery Bags
- Save them and use to store kindling wood for your fireplace. When it’s time for a fire, pop the wood and bag right into the fire!
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Saving Time
Written by tips and tricks on Friday, July 22nd, 2011 in Organize, Tips & Tricks.
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Saving Time
- Make lists for everything. Create them in your computer to update and print out. This will help you keep track of things you need to do on a daily or weekly basis. You can check them off when accomplished!
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Removing Gummy Glue on a Glass Jar
Written by tips and tricks on Monday, July 11th, 2011 in Tips & Tricks.
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Removing Gummy Glue on a Glass Jar
- Put the jar in the microwave with a damp towel over it. Microwave on low and check every 30 seconds to see if the heat is softening the glue. Then you should be able to pull the label off.
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Want to Keep Towels Absorbent?
Written by tips and tricks on Friday, July 1st, 2011 in Clothes, Tips & Tricks.
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Want to Keep Towels Absorbent?
- When you wash them, do not overuse fabric softener because it can decrease the absorbency over time. Instead use just the recommended amount.
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Other Uses for an Ironing Board
Written by tips and tricks on Monday, June 27th, 2011 in Tips & Tricks.
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Other Uses for an Ironing Board
- Repurpose the board by covering it with a plastic or cloth sheet, depending on what you’re doing, to be an adjustable worktable for wrapping gifts or making crafts.
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Storing Creams, Custards, Meringue Pies
Written by tips and tricks on Friday, June 24th, 2011 in Cooking, Storing, Tips & Tricks.
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Storing Creams, Custards, Meringue Pies
- Do not leave them on the counter at room temperature, especially for any length of time. Instead, put them in the refrigerator and remove just right before serving and eating.
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Don’t Throw Out Margarine Tubs or Yogurt Cups
Written by tips and tricks on Tuesday, June 21st, 2011 in Organize, Tips & Tricks.
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Don’t Throw Out Margarine Tubs or Yogurt Cups
- They can be reused to hold lots of small items that need a home, instead of being tossed into a junk drawer. They can hold rubber bands, pins, screw, nails, paper clips or thumbtacks.
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