Now Here’s a Tip – March 8, 2022
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Lettuce will last longer if you store it in the crisper drawer in a clean paper bag.
“Try using an empty glass wine bottle (remove the label) for rolling out pie crust ... Continue Reading →
Now Here’s a Tip – February 15, 2022
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Store plastic wrap in the refrigerator, or even the freezer, to keep it from sticking to itself.
‘Take your medication tablets on a spoonful of your favorite yogurt! ... Continue Reading →
Now Here’s a Tip – February 8, 2022
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If your dog likes a treat of moistened dry food from time to time, use the water from cooking vegetables. It has a bit of flavor and some vitamins, too!
“A tip for banana ... Continue Reading →
Now Here’s a Tip – February 1, 2022
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If you store nail polish in the fridge, it will dry more quickly and last longer.
“In cold winter months, keep your robe (and slippers or whatever else) under the covers ... Continue Reading →
Now Here’s a Tip – January 25, 2022
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File this one under safety AND energy smarts: Clean the dryer vent after every load. Clean the dryer vent screen monthly with a gentle soap and water bath. Rinse well and ... Continue Reading →
Now Here’s a Tip – January 18, 2022
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To soften food that is stuck on a pan, try soaking it overnight with fabric softener. Just fill the pan with enough water to cover the burned-on food, then lay a dryer ... Continue Reading →
Now Here’s a Tip – January 11, 2022
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Freshen stuffed animals by securing a few in a pillowcase and adding a fabric softener sheet. Put in the dryer on low heat for 20 minutes, then remove and brush out the ... Continue Reading →
Now Here’s a Tip – January 4, 2022
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Generally, for every degree you lower your thermostat during heating season, you reduce your energy costs by 3%.
Just in time for soup season (and my new year’s resolutions), ... Continue Reading →
Now Here’s a Tip – December 28, 2021
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To save a pot of burning soup, remove from the burner and DO NOT stir. Pour the unburned contents into a new pot, while trying not to disturb the burned-on bottom of the ... Continue Reading →
Now Here’s a Tip – December 21, 2021
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To prevent candle wax from sticking to a candleholder, swipe the inside with a little olive oil. It’ll do the trick!
Make your own gift wrap from everyday items like ... Continue Reading →
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