Now Here’s a Tip – May 17, 2022

#Middlebury Need a patch for old woodwork? Try mixing paint (whatever color you’re using) and flour. Make a paste, fill in the holes and let dry. It’s hard like cement, ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – May 10, 2022

#Middlebury “Planning a new roof? Choose a light color for cooling benefits. Also check with your home-insurance company to see what discounts it might offer for different styles ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – May 3, 2022

#Middlebury “Earth Day got me thinking about how many plastic bottled beverages my family goes through. I have found six glass reusable bottles that can be run through the dishwasher, ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – April 28, 2022

#Middlebury “If you add a teaspoon of sugar to your biscuit mix or to the dough for rolls, it will help them to brown well, and they will come out of the oven with golden tops.” ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – April 19, 2022

#Middlebury A good non-slip bathmat is essential in the tub to prevent accidents. Grab an extra one to drape over the edge of the tub for help when entering and exiting. “To remove ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – April 12, 2022

#Middlebury A great idea for mini ice packs: Freeze ketchup packets you get from takeout food. They are great for icing small bumps or bug bites. Spread a teaspoon of peanut butter ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – April 5, 2022

#Middlebury 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 under ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – March 29, 2022

#Middlebury When you make a meringue, be sure to spread it all the way to the crust on all sides. If you do, it will not shrink. After your dishwasher has run its course, open up the ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – March 22, 2022

#Middlebury For moister and softer cookies, use honey as a substitute for a third of the sugar in your cookie recipe. And speaking of honey, did you know it has antibacterial properties? ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – March 15, 2022

#Middlebury Here’s a great tip for freezing strawberries: Slip a berry into each section of an ice-cube tray, and then stack trays in the freezer. When frozen, transfer berries ... Continue Reading →