Now Here’s a Tip – Jan. 29, 2019
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If you are reattaching a button to shorts or pants, try using dental floss, the unwaxed kind. It’s much stronger and can hold the button better than regular thread. ... Continue Reading →
Now Here’s A Tip – Jan. 22, 2019
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Keep a cutting board in place with a lightly damp kitchen towel underneath. It won’t slide. Cutting a juicy fruit? Even better. The towel catches drips off the side.
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Now Here’s A Tip – Jan. 15, 2019
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Create a spa-like soap dish by adding a handful of pebbles to a deep saucer. Place your bar soap on top of it so that the water (and associated goop) runs off.
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Now Here’s A Tip – Jan. 8, 2019
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Studies show that people who eat more fiber take in fewer calories, and if you’re on a healthy mission, take heed: Keep your focus on whole food sources of fiber, ... Continue Reading →
Now Here’s A Tip – Jan. 1, 2019
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“I save individual milk jugs from my kids’ fast-food meals. They’re the perfect size for packing milk in a lunchbox, and also for taking a bit of coffee creamer ... Continue Reading →
Now Here’s a Tip – Dec. 25, 2018
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Do yourself a favor and pick up red and green festive party items, like plates and cups, plain cloth napkins and foil-wrapped candies, at after-holiday discounts. You can ... Continue Reading →
Now Here’s a Tip – Dec. 18, 2018
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Putting up new calendars? Before you toss your old one, be sure to look through it for important anniversaries, and cut out and save any pictures or art that might be reusable ... Continue Reading →
Now Here’s a Tip – Dec. 11, 2018
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Hairspray spritzed on the end of a thread will stiffen it long enough to get it through a needle head. You also can thread your needle in front of a surface that’s ... Continue Reading →
Now Here’s A Tip – Nov. 27, 2018
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Add a few drops of water to votive cups before adding a candle. The wax will float on the water, and when the candle burns down, it won’t get stuck in the votive ... Continue Reading →
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