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Raisins won’t stick to the food chopper of they are soaked in cold water for a short period of time.
M/D HANDY HELPFUL HOUSEHOLD HINT
If red wine is spilled on a carpet, it can be cleaned with shaving cream, then sponged off with water. Club soda also works.
M/D HANDY HELPFUL HOUSEHOLD HINT
To prevent soggy salads, place an inverted saucer in the bottom of the salad bowl. The excess liquid will drain off under the saucer and the salad stays fresh and crisp.
M/D HANDY HELPFUL HOUSEHOLD HINT
Dog chewing on couch cushions? Pour a bit of lemon juice on corners. Dogs do not like citrus.
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Use a well-greased muffin tin to bake tomatoes, apples or peppers. They will keep their shape better.
M/D HANDY HELPFUL HOUSEHOLD HINT
To ripen a pineapple, cut off top, remove skin and slice. Place in a pot and cover with water, sweeten to taste, boil for 5 minutes, cool and refrigerate.
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Empty ketchup of mustard containers are great for decorating cakes or cookies!
M/D HANDY HELPFUL HOUSEHOLD HINT
Save money by buying the least expensive dishwasher soap, then add a few teaspoons of vinegar to the dishwasher. The vinegar cuts the grease and leaves the dishes spot-free and sparkling.
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To remove coffee stains from cups or mugs, take a lemon rind and sprinkle salt on white side and rub stained cups or mugs with it. Then wash and rinse.
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Lost a contact lens? Make the room as dark as possible, then shine a flashlight over the floor and watch the lens glow in the dark
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Mix up a thick paste of instant coffee and water...rub it on the nicks and scratches of your dark wood furniture...and prepare to be amazed at how new and beautiful those pieces will look!
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The next time you travel, slip an old sock over every shoe to protect your shoes and clothing.
M/D HANDY HELPFUL HOUSEHOLD HINT
To save leftover wines, freeze them in ice cube trays. They can be used for any dish you would season with wine or can be also used in coolers.
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If your dryer seems to take longer to dry the clothes then it used too, remove the screen filter and scrub both sides with a soft brush in warm soapy water (an old toothbrush works well). Then rinse thoroughly and dry, before putting back in dryer. This will also help your heating element last longer. Repeat as necessary.
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Remove onion smell from your hands by first washing them with soap and water. Then while hands are still wet rub them over the faucet spout.
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Use kitty litter mixed with baking soda in a pan to neutralize musty or bad odors.
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When postage stamps have stuck together, try placing them them into the freezer for about 10 minutes – they should come apart without damaging the glue.
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Corningware cookware can be cleaned by filling them with water and dropping in couple of denture cleaning tablets. Let stand for 30-45 minutes.
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To restore finished wood furniture, steep two tea bags in hot water for 10 minutes. Let cool, then dampen a clean soft cloth with tea and wipe over wood furniture. It will bring out the woods natural color and shine.