Now Here’s a Tip – September 10, 2024

#MiddleburyCT When preparing outdoor furniture for winter storage, it’s important to give it a nice cleaning. If you have a truck, why not load it up and bring it to the local ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – September 3, 2024

#MiddleburyCT To fix a hole in drywall that requires a healthy helping of joint compound, you can cut a piece of screen slightly bigger than the hole and tack it to the inside of the ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – August 27, 2024

#MiddleburyCT The best way to cook leafy, green veggies such as spinach and kale, is to stir fry them in just the water left over from rinsing. It works very well to steam them, and ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – August 20, 2024

#MiddleburyCT “I used double-faced tape to stick a couple of clothespins inside the cabinet under my sink. I can hang my gloves under the sink when I am finished with the dishes.” ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – August 13, 2024

#MiddleburyCT When patching up cracks in plaster walls, if the crack is large or it’s a small hole, stuff it with wadded-up newspaper or steel wool in order to fill the crack. ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – August 6, 2024

#MiddleburyCT When patching up cracks in plaster walls, if the crack is large or it’s a small hole, stuff it with wadded-up newspaper or steel wool in order to fill the crack. ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – July 30, 2024

#MiddleburyCT Clean baby food jars can be filled with small snacks like Cheerios and doled out in the car during longer trips. They hold just enough for a quick snack. “If you ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – July 23, 2024

#MiddleburyCT Summer to schooltime can be quite a transition for some kids. Begin setting a regular routine well before the first day of school. At least a week before (two if you ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – July 16, 2024

#MiddleburyCT Glassware will sparkle if you add a capful of bleach to the rinse water when hand-washing dishes. “Berries are in season, and I use berry baskets for lots of little ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – July 9, 2024

#MiddleburyCT Sometimes a tip isn’t about saving time or money, but about a cleaner, healthier solution to a problem. Going green is a trend that is here to stay. And the wisdom ... Continue Reading →