This was listed on Nicole's blog, found here:
Tips That Work
1) For icy door steps in freezing temperatures get warm water and put Dawn dishwashing liquid in it. Pour it all over the steps. They won’t refreeze.2) Sealed envelope: Put in the freezer for a few hours, then slide a knife under the flap.
3) Hairspray will kill pesky flies and bees.
4) Crayon marks on walls? This worked wonderfully! A damp rag, dipped in baking soda. Comes off with a little elbow grease (effort).
5) Use empty toilet paper roll to store appliance cords.
6) Permanent marker on appliances/counter tops (like blue store receipts) rubbing alcohol on paper towel.
7) Blood stains on clothes? Just pour a little peroxide on a cloth and proceed to wipe off the blood. Don’t wait too long. Works every time.
8) Use vertical strokes when washing windows outside and horizontal for inside windows. This way ou can tell which side has the streaks. Straight vinegar will get out side windows really clean. Don’t wash windows on a sunny day. They will probably streak.
9) Spray a bit of perfume on the light bulb in any room to create that scent when the light is turned on. Place fabric softener sheets in dresser drawers to keep them smelling fresh.
10) Candles will last a lot longer if placed in the freezer for at least 3 hours prior to burning.
11) To easily remove burnt on food from you skillet, add a drop or two of dish soap and enough water to cover bottom of pan, and bring to a boil on the stovetop.
12) Spray you Tupperware with nonstick cooking spray before pouring in tomato based sauces and there won’t be any stains.
13) Wrap celery in aluminum foil when putting in the refrigerator and it will keep for weeks.
14) When boiling corn on the cob, add a pinch of sugar to help bring out the corn’s natural sweetness.
15) Cure for headaches: Take a lime, cut it in half and rub it on your forehead. The throbbing will go away. (I haven’t tried this one.)
16) To get rid of itch from mosquito bites, try applying soap on the area for relief.
17) Look what you can do with Alka Seltzer:
*Clean a toilet by dropping in two tablets, wait twenty minutes, brush and flush. The citric acid and effervescent action clean vitreous China.
*Clan a vase. To remove a stain from the bottom of a glass vase, fill with water and drop in two tablets.
*Polish jewelry. Drop two tablets into a glass of water and immerse the jewelry for two minutes.
*Unclog a drain. Clear the sink drain by dropping 3 tablets down the drain followed by a cup a White Vinegar. Wait a few minutes and then run the hot water.
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