Now Here’s a Tip – September 14, 2021

#Middlebury If you need to pick up small shards of glass, use a cotton ball that’s been moistened, or a slice of white bread (insides only) wadded up. Glass and chrome will shine ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – September 7, 2021

#Middlebury For a little extra visibility in the basement, try applying glow-in-the-dark or reflective tape on the edges of the stairs. This tip will change your life when peeling ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – August 31, 2021

#Middlebury Use club soda on a damp rag to wipe down your stainless-steel sink. It will help bring back the shine. Fresh versus frozen in the seafood aisle: Unless you’re at ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – August 24, 2021

#Middlebury If you keep a couple of crackers in your sugar jar, they’ll keep the sugar from caking. Cucumber is a speedy diuretic. Try snacking on slices for a cool treat. Or ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – August 17, 2021

#Middlebury Rubbing alcohol can be used to remove ballpoint-pen ink from most upholstery. “Polish wall tiles in the bathroom using car wax. They will repel water really well. Just ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – August 10, 2021

#Middlebury Stuck zippers can be loosened with graphite powder, or simply by tracing a pencil lead over the zipper. “The best way to get a bloodstain out of clothing is by dousing ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – August 3, 2021

#Middlebury Coffee filters make wonderful glass cleaners. They leave behind no streaks and no residual lint. Berries are in season, and there’s no greater time to stock up. But ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – July 27, 2021

#Middlebury If you’ve lost a zipper pull, you can create a temporary one with a paperclip. Remove all of the air from a plastic storage bag with a drinking straw. Slip the straw ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – July 20, 2021

#Middlebury Keep a pretty basket by your front door for anything you need to take along when you leave. This can be store returns, backpacks, exercise gear for the gym, your sunglasses, ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – July 13, 2021

#Middlebury Dill planted near tomatoes will draw caterpillars away from the fruits. And it’s delicious. Potato salad will have more flavor if you whisk together all the dressing ... Continue Reading →