Now Here’s a Tip – May 14, 2025

#MiddleburyCT Great ways to remove stuck labels: nail polish remover (NOT for use on plastics), WD-40 oil, soaking in hot water, rubbing alcohol. “Do you love burgers? Here’s ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – May 6, 2025

J.C. in Florida writes: “The one thing I might add [to your tips about preparing deviled eggs] is making sure the eggs are point down during storage so that the yolks are centered ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – May 1, 2025

There’s been a lot of talk at my house about kitchen gadgets that do double duty, especially since I have made whipped cream for the first time – in my coffeemaker! I have ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – April 22, 2025

#MiddleburyCT Spring planting supplies are on sale now in home improvement stores, and here is a handy and fun twine keeper that you can make with your kids using two repurposed clay ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – April 15, 2025

#MiddleburyCT Yard sale, tag sale, garage sale … whatever you call it, if you do it right, you can walk away with a decluttered home and a nifty bit of cash, too. Here’s my ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – April 8, 2025

#MiddleburyCT Got fresh herbs? Try this drying tip/car freshener in one: Lay herbs flat on newspaper in your car. Keep windows closed, and after a nice sunny day, you’ll have ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – April 1, 2025

#MiddleburyCT A garden manicure is what my mother calls it: When working with plants and dirt, rake your nails across a bar of soap. The soap prevents dirt particles from lodging ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – March 25, 2025

#MiddleburyCT There’s no end to the quick time-savers and innovations in the kitchen. Today’s homemakers are likely to have a full-time job already. Here’s one for ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – March 18, 2025

#MiddleburyCT Protect your broom by storing it handle side down. You can purchase wall clips at your local hardware store, and then it’ll be off the floor, ready when you are! The ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – March 11, 2025

#MiddleburyCT Have your carpets cleaned. High-traffic areas may require it as much as every three or four months, but bedrooms can go as long as 18 months. Use runners and area rugs ... Continue Reading →