Now Here’s a Tip – December 6, 2022

#MiddleburyCT Burned rice? No problem. While it’s still hot, carefully remove to a new pot any rice not browned or blackened. Then top it with a single slice of white bread. ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – November 29, 2022

#MiddleburyCT Use silicone caulk to make non-skid beads on the bottom of your pet dishes. They will stay in one place instead of getting scooted all around the kitchen. Need a quick ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – November 22, 2022

#MiddleburyCT “During the holidays, our schedules change so much, it’s hard to keep track. I used to write and re-write our family calendar, but now I just make a grid for ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – November 15, 2022

#MiddleburyCT Ounce marks come standard on most baby bottles, but they can be hard to see. You can use a permanent marker to make the lines bigger, especially the one you are most ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – November 8, 2022

#MiddleburyCT Got soap scum? Mix dishwashing detergent with baking soda and use it to scrub bathroom walls. It’s very effective, and surprisingly gentle, as baking soda is a ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – November 1, 2022

#Middlebury 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 ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – October 25, 2022

#Middlebury Halloween can be a spooky good time for children and adults alike, but the cost of costumes can be downright scary. When I was a child, my brother and I dressed as a pirate ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – October 18, 2022

#Middlebury Using your fireplace? Try adding citrus peels to the logs for a nice aroma. They can be a good starter material as well. Those hide-a-key rocks can be a little obvious ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – October 11, 2022

#Middlebury Candy, candy and more candy. Halloween is just around the corner, and some of us like to offer a non-candy alternative to our door-knocking ghouls and goblins. Here are ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – October 4, 2022

#Middlebury A Tip From JoAnn: I like bottled water, but it’s expensive and creates a lot of waste. I have plenty of reusable bottles, but bottled water always seemed more convenient ... Continue Reading →