Now Here’s a Tip – January 30, 2024

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“For nice, evenly sliced mushrooms, use an egg slicer for cutting. It’s super-easy to use, since a boiled egg and a nice white mushroom are around the same size. I get good, uniform slices with the slicer.” – P.E. in Colorado
Try auto polish on tough bathtub stains. There is a little more grit in it than usual bathroom cleaners. Be sure to rinse well, and don’t rub too hard, as it may scratch the tub surface.
“Tissue boxes can be used to hold plastic baggies under the sink in the bathroom. I use grocery-store bags to line my bathroom trash can. I choose a color-coordinated tissue box that has been emptied, and I fill it with the plastic liners, then set it under the toilet tank. It’s still nice-looking, even though it’s out of the way, and I have baggies at the ready.” – E.R. in Mississippi
“Return envelopes that come with junk mail can be saved and repurposed as coupon holders/grocery lists. I tuck my weekly coupons inside, and write my list on the back of the envelope, which is usually blank.” – C.G. in Oregon
To keep track of takeout menus, use a three-prong notebook with an assortment of sheet protectors. Insert the menu into a sheet protector and file away. You can group menus by cuisine or by price.
Tired of losing matched socks? Purchase a large delicates bag for each family member. Put dirty socks in the personal bag so they cannot be lost.