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10 NEW IDEAS FOR HOUSEHOLD ITEMS Solve everyday problems with these unexpected solutions.
Repurpose a pretty picture frame to make a one-of-a-kind vanity or serving tray.
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Run dryer sheets along your baseboards to repel dust, dirt and pet hair. They’re also handy for cleaning pet hair off furniture. Mix cream of tartar with a little water or vinegar to tackle tough stains, like that grubby grout in the shower.
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Rip out old magazine pages and use them as fun, cheap wrapping paper.
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Shave your legs with a thin layer of olive oil. You’ll get a closer shave with less razor burn, plus you’re legs will be silky smooth.
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8 Remove a tricky splinter by soaking your finger in Epsom salt and water. Epsom salt forces the splinter to the surface of your skin for quick and painless removal.
Mix ½ cup water and ½ cup vinegar in a microwave-safe mug or bowl, and heat until it boils. This combo melts away gross stains and food so you can easily wipe your dirty microwave clean.
Fill a coffee filter with potpourri or baking soda and close with a twist tie. Throw these cheap and chemical-free air fresheners in drawers, cars, closets, wherever.
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Rather than bringing harsh chemicals into your home, sprinkle cinnamon to drive away ants.
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Treat skin blemishes overnight with a dab of honey covered by a bandage. The anti-inflammatory effects of natural raw honey totally beat the old toothpaste trick.
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EPSOM SALT PHOTO COURTESY OF CREATIVE TOOLS
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