How many of these did YOU know about?
>>
>> A sealed envelope - Put in the freezer for a few hours, then slide a
>> knife under the flap. The envelope can then be resealed.
>> (hmmmmmm...)
>>
>> ============================================
>> Use Empty toilet paper roll to store appliance cords. It keeps them
>> neat and you can write on the roll what appliance it belongs to.
>> ==========================================
>> For icy door steps in freezing temperatures: get warm water and put
>> Dawn dish washing liquid in it. Pour it all over the steps. They won't
>> refreeze. (wish I had known this for the last 40 years!)
>> ============================================
>> To remove old wax from a glass candle holder, put it in the freezer for
>>
>> a few hours. Then take the candle holder out and turn it upside down.
>> The
>> wax will fall out.
>> =================================================
>> Crayon marks on walls? This worked wonderfully! A damp rag, dipped
>> in baking soda. Comes off with little effort (elbow grease that is!).
>> ============================================
>> Permanent marker on appliances/counter tops (like store receipt
>> BLUE!) rubbing alcohol on paper towel.
>> =============================================
>> Whenever I purchase a box of S.O.S Pads, I immediately take a pair of
>> scissors and cut each pad into halves. After years of having to throw
>> away rusted and unused and smelly pads, I finally decided that this
>> would
>> be much more economical. Now a box of S.O.S pads last me
>> indefinitely!
>> In fact, I have noticed that the scissors get 'sharpened'' this way!
>> =============================================
>> Blood stains on clothes? Not to worry! Just pour a little hydrogen
>> peroxide on a cloth and proceed to wipe off every drop of blood.
>> Works
>> every time! (Now, where to put the body?) LOL
>> =============================================
>> Use vertical strokes when washing windows outside and horizontal
>> for inside windows. This way you can tell which side has the streaks.
>>
>> Straight vinegar will get outside windows really clean. Don't wash
>> windows
>> on a sunny day. They will dry too quickly and will probably streak.
>> ============================================
>> Spray a bit of perfume on the light bulb in any room to create a lovely
>>
>> light scent in each room when the light is turned on.
>> ============================================
>> Place fabric softener sheets in dresser drawers and your clothes will
>> smell freshly washed for weeks to come. You can also do this with towels
>> and linen.
>> =============================================
>> Candles will last a lot longer if placed in the freezer for at least 3
>> hours prior to burning.
>> =============================================
>> To clean artificial flowers, pour some salt into a paper bag and add
>> the
>> flowers. Shake vigorously as the salt will absorb all the dust and dirt
>> and leave your artificial flowers looking like new! Works like a charm!
>> =============================================
>> To easily remove burnt on food from your skillet, simply add a drop or
>> two of dish soap and enough water to cover bottom of pan, and bring to
>> a boil on stove top.
>> ==============================================
>> Spray your TUPPERWARE with nonstick cooking spray before pouring
>> in tomato based sauces and there won't be any stains.
>> =============================================
>> Wrap celery in aluminum foil when putting in the refrigerator and it
>> will keep for weeks.
>> =============================================
>> When boiling corn on the cob, add a pinch of sugar to help bring out
>> the corn's natural sweetness
>> .=============================================
>> Cure for headaches: Take a lime, cut it in half, and rub it on your
>> forehead. The throbbing will go away.
>> =============================================
>> Don't throw out all that leftover wine: Freeze into ice cubes for
>> future use in casseroles and sauces ......
>> =============================================
>> To get rid of itch from mosquito bites, try applying soap on the area
>> and you will experience instant relief.
>> =============================================
>> Ants, ants, ants everywhere . Well, they are said to never cross a
>> chalk
>> line. So, get your chalk out and draw a line on the floor or wherever
>> ants
>> tend to march. See for yourself.
>> ============================================
>> Use air-freshener to clean mirrors. It does a good job and better
>> still, leaves a lovely smell to the shine.
>> ============================================
>> When you get a splinter, reach for the scotch tape before resorting to
>> tweezers or a needle. Simply put the scotch tape over the splinter, and
>> then pull it off. Scotch tape removes most splinters painlessly and
>> easily.
>> =====================================
>> Now look what you can do with Alka Seltzer........
>> Clean a toilet.
>> Drop in two Alka Seltzer tablets, wait twenty minutes, brush and flush.
>> The citric acid and effervescent action clean vitreous China.
>> ============================================
>> Clean a vase.
>> To remove a stain from the bottom of a glass vase or cruet, fill with
>> water
>> and drop in two Alka Seltzer tablets.
>> ============================================
>> Polish jewelry.
>> Drop two Alka Seltzer tablets into a glass of water and immerse the
>> jewelry for two minutes.
>> =============================================
>> Clean a thermos bottle.
>> Fill the bottle with water, drop in four Alka Seltzer tablets, and let
>> soak for an hour (or longer, if necessary).
>> =============================================
>> Unclog a drain.
>> Clear the sink drain by dropping three Alka Seltzer tablets down the
>> drain followed by a cup of Heinz White Vinegar. Wait a few minutes,
>> and then run the hot water.
>> =============================================
