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November 06, 2015
If the new shoes you bought are slightly too tight, stretch them out at home yourself. Put on a few pairs of thick socks and then the shoes and blow dry your feet for about 10 minutes, making sure to bend and flex. Keep your shoes on while they cool and then try walking around without your socks on. You should notice that they are more comfortable to wear now. Remember this will only work if they are a little too small, not if they are the wrong size entirely.
October 23, 2015
If you have a new puppy that is teething and chewing everything around the house, make them a special treat. Soak a towel in water and then ring it out. Place this in the freezer and leave it in there until it is frozen. Once it is ready, give it to your puppy and let them gnaw at it. It will soothe the pain and given them something inexpensive to chew on. Just watch that they don't start ripping it up and eating it.
October 06, 2015
When you are traveling with a bag or purse, put your leg through the strap and then hold the bag on your lap. This way you won't forget it when you get up, and it adds extra security if you fall asleep and someone tries to steal it.
September 28, 2015
Are you constantly lending clothes out and never getting them back? Instead of throwing your money into other people's closets, take pictures of the clothes you are letting people borrow. This way you know exactly what they have and won't forget about them forever.
September 21, 2015
Drying clothes takes time and uses up a lot of energy! Instead of restarting the dryer multiple times to finish up your load, throw a dry towel in with your wet clothes. Keep it in there for 15 minutes to collect the excess moisture and then take it out and finish your cycle.
September 11, 2015
Having a difficult time getting your little one to bed now that they are back in school? Why not try adding some Epsom salts to their normal bath time ritual. You can even do it for yourself! Epsom salt is made up of magnesium sulfate and is easily absorbed into the body. Magnesium helps produce serotonin, therefore promoting relaxation and an overall calm feeling. So by replenishing the body of magnesium at the end of the day, you can aid in your child’s night sleep. Just add 2 cups of Epsom salt to the bath and try it out!
September 02, 2015
Fall and bonfires were made for each other. You don’t need to have a fire pit of your own or a ton of money to make your favorite treats though. You can make your own personal s’mores roaster with just a few materials! Grab an unglazed terra cotta pot and line it with heavy-duty aluminum foil. Then add charcoal and light! Be sure to let it cool a little bit before you start so you don’t burn yourself.
August 12, 2015
The holidays are the time of year to spend with family and friends or to get away for some relaxation. Instead of paying the high prices notorious from November-January, plan your trip ahead of time. Right now is the best time to buy your airline tickets and start budgeting! At the very least, check Thanksgiving off your list.
July 09, 2015
Instead of buying makeup wipes at the store, make your own so you know exactly what ingredients are used. All you have to do is cut a roll of paper towels in half, place the half in a container, and then add your ingredients. Mix 4 cups of warm water with 1-2 tablespoons of Coconut Oil and add it to the container. You can also add Tea Tree Oil to help prevent mold growth, while also acting as a great astringent. Keep them in your gym bag or by the nightstand and you are good to go!
June 25, 2015
Whether you are in a drought or not, it is a good idea to look out for the environment and conserve some water. The next time you give your pet fresh water, don’t throw the old water down the drain. Use it to water your trees or shrubs. Your plants don't care if it is fresh or not!
June 23, 2015
There is no reason to buy overpriced dry-shampoo at the store. Not only can you make it yourself, but you probably also already have all of the ingredients! Mix together ½ cup of water, 2 tablespoons of cornstarch, and 2 tablespoons of rubbing alcohol. Pour everything into a spray bottle and you are good to go. An extra trick is to put dry shampoo in your hair the night before to let it work itself through your hair.
June 18, 2015
Summertime means wet towels. Whether it is days spent at the beach or at the pool, having that dank, mildew smell left behind on them is almost inevitable. Instead of just pretending you don't smell anything, make them like new again with some vinegar! All you have to do is run the towels in the washing machine on the hottest temperature with 1 or 2 cups of white vinegar. Once that load is done, rerun the towels through a normal wash with just your laundry detergent. Then either thoroughly dry them in the dyer or outside in the sun.
June 12, 2015
Mascara wands are good for more than just making your eyes look pretty. Instead of throwing them out when you are done your tube, clean them up and then use them around the house. They make perfect tools for cleaning out clogged sinks. Most the time gunk is close to the top of the drain and this wand fits in perfectly to pull everything out.
June 09, 2015
Goo Gone is one of the greatest products on the market. Instead of going out to the store the next time you are out, make your own with the amazing product known as coconut oil. Take 1 part coconut oil and combine it with 2 parts baking soda in a jar and use it to remove any sticky residue you want to get rid of. It is natural and works great! Now you never have to be out of it again.
June 04, 2015
There is no need to bring your shirts to the seamstress every time your button starts unraveling. You can fix it yourself using what you already have at home. Just grab some clear nail polish and coat the unraveling thread to stop it for a bit. It won’t fix the problem forever, but it will buy you some time until you are ready to replace the button or shirt.
June 01, 2015
Having trouble getting your lipstick to stay on all day long? Give this little trick a try. Next time you are adding your pop of color, hold a tissue over your lips and lightly dust translucent powder over the tissue. This will set the lipstick and help it last through the night!
May 14, 2015
Having trouble getting your lipstick to stay on all day long? Give this little trick a try. Next time you are adding your pop of color, hold a tissue over your lips and lightly dust translucent powder over the tissue. This will set the lipstick and help it last through the night!
January 12, 2015
Instead of constantly stocking up on cough syrup from the drug store and ingesting possibly harmful chemicals, try going the natural route. Drinking pineapple juice helps soothe throats and expel mucous. Plus it tastes delicious!
January 09, 2015
Shaving can be harsh on the skin, especially in the winter months. If you are having trouble with razor burn, treat your skin with some witch hazel when you get out of the shower. Add it to a soft cloth or pad and coat the areas where irritation is common.
January 08, 2015
Whether you are in a cold weather environment or just struggle with a cold office, try wearing outfits that are multi-purpose. Purchasing an oversized scarf with keep you warm outside and serve as a blanket while you are inside. This is especially helpful for traveling!
January 07, 2015
The holidays probably meant that you went to the grocery store many times. Instead of going shopping in January, try finishing the food that you may have forgotten you already have and all the leftovers. Think of it as a New Year food cleanse for your wallet.
January 06, 2015
Instead of throwing away all of the holiday cards you got this season, use them for a fun rainy day activity. Your kids will be able to make easy and festive pieces of art cutting up the cards and glueing them to paper. The kids will have a blast and you can teach them about upcycling.
January 05, 2015
Make your oven like new with some baking soda and vinegar. Mix a paste with 1/2 cup of baking soda and water and coat your oven. Leave the paste on for 12 hours and then wipe everything down with vinegar. It should look and smell clean and new!
January 02, 2015
Are you new jeans bleeding everytime you wear them? Set the dye instead of walking around looking like a smurf. Add 2 tablespoons of salt to your cold wash when cleaning your jeans. Be sure to always to turn them inside out to make them last longer.
January 01, 2015
Need a boost after spending the night out until the early hours of the morning? Always start with a shower and then put on some blush and a bold lipstick to add fresh colors to your face. This will make you look more awake than you probably feel.
December 31, 2014
If you are crafting this season or maybe hosting a few parties, make your clean up easy. Use a lint roller o pick up the glitter than has undoubtably escaped onto the chairs and floors. It will easily pick up what the vacuum can’t.
December 30, 2014
Throw a dry towel into your dryer with your clothes for 15 minutes to collect any excess moisture and shorten the drying time. Once you have removed the towel, let your cycle finish as normal. No more need for multiple cycles.
December 29, 2014
Inside of wasting time scraping ice off your windshields in the morning prep your windows the night before. Mix together 3 parts vinegar with 1 part water in a spray bottle and apply to all windows before you go to bed. In the morning, your windows should be basically frost free!
December 26, 2014
If the zipper on your favorite jacket keeps getting stuck, fix it rather than buying a new jacket. All you have to do add a little bit of petroleum jelly where the zipper is getting stuck and work the zipper through.
December 25, 2014
If you are looking for quick decoration ideas of the holidays, use your leftover wrapping paper. Line your serving trays with extra wrapping paper and display cookies and crackers while entertaining.
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