Simple Quick Fixes...

Shirl · Posted: Tue Sep 15, 2009 1:15 am Post subject: Simple Quick Fixes...

SIMPLE QUICK FIXES

A sealed envelope - Put in the freezer for a few hours, then slide a
Knife under the flap. The envelope can then be resealed. (hmmmmmm....)
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Use Empty toilet paper roll to store appliance cords. It keeps them
Neat and you can write on the roll what appliance it belongs to.
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For icy door steps in freezing temperatures:get warm water and put Dawn dish
washing liquid in it. Pour it all over the steps. They won't Refreeze.
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To remove old wax from a glass candle holder, put it in the freezer for a few hours..
Then take the candle holder out and turn it upside down. The Wax will fall out.
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Crayon marks on walls? This worked wonderfully! A damp rag, dipped In baking soda.
Comes off with little effort (elbow grease that is!).
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Permanent marker on appliances/counter tops (like store receipt BLUE!)
rubbing alcohol on paper towel.
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Whenever I purchase a box of S.O.S Pads, I immediately take a pair of Scissors and
cut each pad into halves. After years of having to throw away rusted and unused and
smelly pads, I finally decided that this would be much more economical. Now a box of
S.O.S pads last me indefinitely! In fact, I have noticed that the scissors get
''sharpened'' this way!
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Blood stains on clothes? Not to worry! Just pour a little hydrogen Peroxide on a cloth
and proceed to wipe off every drop of blood. Works Every time!
(Now, where to put the body?) LOL
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Use vertical strokes when washing windows outside & horizontal for inside windows.
This way you can tell which side has the streaks. Straight vinegar will get outside
windows really clean. Don't wash windows On a sunny day. They will dry too quickly
and will probably streak.
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Spray a bit of perfume on the light bulb in any room to create a lovely Light scent in
each room when the light is turned on.
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Place fabric softener sheets in dresser drawers and your clothes will Smell freshly
washed for weeks to come You can also do this with towels and linen.
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Candles will last a lot longer if placed in the freezer for at least 3 hours prior to burning.
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To clean artificial flowers, pour some salt into a paper bag and add the flowers. Shake
vigorously as the salt will absorb all the dust and dirt and leave your artificial flowers
looking like new! Works like a charm!
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To easily remove burnt on food from your skillet, simply add a drop or Two of dish
soap and enough water to cover bottom of pan, and bring to a boil on stove top.
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Spray your TUPPERWARE with nonstick cooking spray before pouring In tomato based
sauces and there won't be any stains.
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Wrap celery in aluminum foil when putting in the refrigerator and it will keep for weeks.
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When boiling corn on the cob, add a pinch of sugar to help bring out the Corn's' natural
sweetness.
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Cure for headaches: Take a lime, cut it in half, and rub it on your Forehead.
The throbbing will go away.
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Don't throw out all that leftover wine: Freeze into ice cubes for future Use in
casseroles and sauces ........ Left over wine? What's that? Smile

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To get rid of itch from mosquito bites, try applying soap on the area you will
experience instant relief.
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Ants, ants, ants everywhere .. Well, they are said to never cross a chalk line. So, get
your chalk out & draw a line on the floor or wherever ants tend to march.. See for yourself.
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Use air-freshener to clean mirrors. It does a good job and better still, Leaves a lovely
smell to the shine.
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When you get a splinter, reach for the scotch tape before resorting to Tweezers or a
needle. Simply put the scotch tape over the splinter, and Then pull it off. Scotch tape
removes most splinters painlessly and easily.
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Now look what you can do with Alka Seltzer....... Clean a toilet. Drop in two Alka Seltzer
tablets, wait twenty minutes, brush and flush. The citric acid and effervescent action
clean vitreous China.
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Clean a vase. To remove a stain from the bottom of a glass vase or cruet, fill with water
and drop in two Alka Seltzer tablets.
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Polish jewelry. Drop two Alka Seltzer tablets into a glass of water and immerse the
jewelry for two minutes.
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Clean a thermos bottle. Fill the bottle with water, drop in four Alka Seltzer tablets,
and let soak for an hour (or longer, if necessary).
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Unclog a drain.. Clear the sink drain by dropping three Alka Seltzer tablets down the
drain followed by a cup of Heinz White Vinegar. Wait a few minutes, & then run the hot water.
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