Now Here’s a Tip – November 1, 2022

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• L.H. in Illinois writes: “Never use a printed paper napkin to wipe off a spill. I once dabbed at a spot on a white tile, which left a stain from the ink.”
• Use clothespins to reseal bread bags instead of twist ties. I buy colorful plastic ones at the store or have the kids paint wooden ones. Keep them handy in a pretty bowl on the counter! – J.B. in Rhode Island
• “Fold little dessert paper napkins into triangles and insert into fork tines for place settings. Lemons and limes in a pretty bowl make a simple centerpiece. Fill a small kids pool with ice to keep drinks cold at parties. – M.F. in Washington
• Before planting anything new in your yard, get in touch with your county agriculture agent to find out about any restrictions. You can also get advice on when and where to plant. – L.H. in Illinois
• When sending cards, attach a return address label to the back so they don’t have to search for the address if they wish to respond. – D.L. in Minnesota
• For dusting, use a clean tube sock and spray with furniture polish, then dust away! It’s easier to get into nooks and crannies. – C.F. in Oklahoma
• “I feel the following is the best way to remove lint from the trap on my dryer. After completion of the drying cycle, take the used Bounce dryer sheet and swipe the screen. Then throw it into the wastebasket located next to the dryer. For loads not using Bounce, take a used one from the wastebasket and use. This puts the Bounce sheet through a complete clothes-drying cycle.” – G.B. from Minnesota
• A great way to keep tennis shoes and other shoes together: When you take them off, tie the shoes together by the shoestrings (loosely) or connect the two shoes with Velcro straps if they close that way. In doing this, it is much faster and easier to find BOTH shoes when ready to go. Keep smiling! – J.B. in Virginia

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