December 2005
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That shoe boxes make great organizers for many of the things that we use,
like holiday or other cards, necklaces, gloves, etc. 
And they are free.
Some are sturdier (stronger) than others and work best. 
Using the lids will keep items dust free. 
Try covering them with pieces of left over wallpaper or colorful wrapping paper 
to coordinate with the rooms where you plan to use them. 
Or spray paint the lid and box. 
The Sunday Comics are fun for child's room to organize small toys, 
hair items gloves, etc.
Label the contents so that you will know what's in them. 
Stack them in limited spaces or use them side by side making sure 
that the label faces the outside.
 

November 2005
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First, 
I want to apologize to my male fans as this tip is just for women this time. 
I promise to do a tip just for men in the future.
Like to layer your fragrance like I do, 
and your favorite perfume or cologne does not come in a Body Lotion? 
The do like I do: Pour a little of your favorite lotion into the palm of your hand, 
spritz a couple of spritz of your favorite perfume into the lotion, 
rub your hands together a couple of times to mix, 
and use like you would any other scented perfumed lotion. 
For a longer lasting scent, 
use a dab of baby oil instead of lotion and repeat the same procedure. 
Try it, it works.
 

October 2005
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That those plastic scoops (sometimes they are blue, green, white)
that come in laundry soap powder are great for everyday uses? 
First, wash thoroughly (several times to remove all soapy residue). 
Then rinse several times until they feel rough to the touch. 
Dry well. 
I also do the smell test to see if I can detect any soap smell. 
Keep them in your sugar, flour or other canisters. 
Use them to scoop dry pet food, or other items. 
The smaller ones (blue, white) measures roughly one-fourth cup, 
while the larger green ones about a half cup. 
Check out these measurements against your usual measuring cup to be sure,
if a recipe calls for a specific amount of something, 
example, 1 half cup of flour or sugar.
 

September 2005
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That those plastic packages that curtains, 
valances and some blankets come in, 
make great traveling companions?
The ones for valances are great for one pair of shoes (sizes 5-8), 
toothpaste, toothbrushes, comb and brushes etc. 
They are also great for lotion and bath items. 
They have zippers and in the event something spills in your suitcase, 
it won't leak on your clothing. 
The large ones can be used for soiled underwear or to pack several pairs of shoes. 
Use them elsewhere in your home for anything 
that might need extra packaging or organization.
They are reusable and unisex. 
Meaning men and women can use them.
So the next time that you purchase a blanket or curtains, 
don't throw these away.
They are great!

August 2005
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Love all those sweet smelling shower gels like I do? They come in yummy
scents like cucumber melon, vanilla or some fruit scent, and they have
started to overtake your shower. 
Do like I do and purchase a medium size, plastic, flowerpot that has 
the matching saucer. They can be purchased at K-Mart, Wal-Mart or Target 
and come in several colors, green, wine, cream or stone -colored. 
They can even be sprayed painted, gold, black or other colors to match 
your bathroom. Use on the side of the tub or a shelf to corral your items. 
The saucers catch any foam or water from your hands.
Try it. They are great fo adults or kids.
 

July 2005
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Does your kitchen trashcan have a smell? 
If so, after washing it out and drying it thoroughly, 
put a dryer sheet like Bounce or some other brand in the bottom, 
and line with your plastic bags as usual.
You can do this to all the trashcans in your house. 
Replace dryer sheets as needed.

June 2005
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Did you know that the tin plates that come with your frozen or
store-bought ready- to-pies, make great saucers to put under your house
plants whose planters you may have recycled, 
or may not have come with a saucer? 
After eatting your pie, simply wash and rinse 
(the ones without holes) well and put under your flower pot. 
They can be used for both indoor and outdoor plants.

May 2005
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That if you spray your plastic containers with PAM or some other 
cooking spray BEFORE you put foods like tomato sauce in them, 
that it will not stain them?
Repeated soaking of already stained containers 
with Clorox will help get out much of it, 
but not eliminate all together. 
Be sure to rinse well.
 

April 2005
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That a dash of salt and half a cut lemon will make copper sparkle?
Use it on bracelets, pots and pans, or other copper items in the home.
As always thanks
 

March 2005
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Don't throw away those plastic bowls with lids that 
take-out salads or frozen entrees come in. 
Wash them and reuse for your children or for friends to take home food in.
They are much studier than paper plates and food can reheated 
on LOW in the microwave.
 

February 2005
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Can't find your aspirin, or that cream for toe fungus? 
Are your junk drawers overflowing? 
Is your jewelry a tangled mess? 
If you answered yes to any of these; then do like I do, 
and use a Shoe Bag to organize all of your stuff. 
Yes a shoebag. They are not just for shoes any more. 
Things like arts and crafts, Beanie Babies, makeup, you name it, many of us have it.

Shoe Bags come in many colors to match your décor 
but the clear pockets will make it easier to see your items. 
Use the two hooks that come with it and hang it behind 
the door in your bedroom, your closet, etc. 
I have one hanging inside the door of my linen closet to hold extra 
lotion, medicines, washcloths, etc. 
Unlike many things, you can try this at home.

2006