It’s possible to make use of various common items we see at home. From cleaning; to restoring; to reusing — you can be creative by using the simple things around you. Check a list of these smart ways to utilize your usual household items at hand.
1. Bookwork Mess
Keep your books in perfect condition by strapping a rubber band over the end when putting them in your bag. That way, the pages don’t fly open or bend.
2. Sweet Threads
Use a shoebox revamped with a few nails to hold your thread collection. It’s super cute and handy. Just make sure you don’t step on it. Ouch!
3. Another Sponge, Another Day
You may have done this one before but it never hurts to remind you. Cut up a sponge for a super cheap way to separate those toes during your home pedicure.
4. Since You Don’t Use Them
You may have a package of shower caps lying around to protect your weave or for Great Aunt Linda. Turns out, they are pretty useful otherwise. Try protecting your bike seat from dust and rain!
5. Never Lose Your Place
It takes perfect nails and a good eye to find the place where the tape begins. But it doesn’t have to. Use a paperclip to keep your place and even a child can do it now.
6. Cut the Cheese
If you have unwaxed, unflavored floss, then dbol o dianabol you are in luck. Use it to cut soft cheeses. Or even sharp cheddar if it’s really strong floss! Use flavored if you want minty cheese.
7. Another Shower Cap Save
Let’s face it, the plastic wrap does little to no good on a watermelon and there are not really many more choices. Except for the shower cap! Another point for that product!
8. Not for Cheerios
Cereal containers make perfect storage units, but they also make perfect tiny trash cans. Like in the car, for example! Never let another fry or straw wrapper fall.
9. Again with the Remover
Again, before you wash anything stained with makeup, dab a bit of micellar water on it first. The stain will be much more likely to come out this way.
10. Not a Table Sandwich
They’re not making a sandwich. They are removing stains! Who knew that the best stain remover for wood furniture was mayo? Too good to be true? Not this time!
11. The Citrus Squeeze
We all have these clacking tongs in our utensil drawer. They are great for grilling but also for juicing your limes, oranges, and lemons!
12. Keep ‘Em Fresh
You can keep your fruit fresher by adding sponges to the crisper. They will absorb the moisture and extend the life of the fruit. The sponge may need to be changed regularly.
13. Clean Your Lights
There are tons of ways to remove scratches and clean your headlights. While oil, mayo, and fingernail polish remover are great, the best way is to use toothpaste!
14. Something for Everyone
Now, this is a glorious idea. Use a breadbox to create a charging station for guests and residents. You can even label each cord to make it easy on everyone.
15. Another Win for Sponge
Carve a soap dish out of a sponge for a multi-purpose dish. You can use the sponge on the outside of the soap to help wash your hands. It will have a safe place to set. Plus, the moisture will be absorbed.
16. Sharpens Your Mind Too
Use foil or sandpaper to sharpen scissors. All you have to do is cut them and your scissors will be sharper than ever. Quicker, cheaper, and easier than buying a sharpening block.
17. Drop It
If you want to prevent your tea candles from sticking to the bottom of the holders, spray the cups with cooking spray beforehand. Don’t worry, a little spritz won’t start a fire.
18. Who Needs Files?
All it takes is a file sorter or two to clear up space in your pantry. Use them to store canned goods and save tons of space! They make great dispensers and are easy to use.
19. Stick a Cork in It
Corks are pretty, European rustic, and make great decorations. Use them for tiny plants and mount them on your wall or fridge. Aren’t they just adorable?
20. Ice Ice Baby
Need ice on the go? Fill your water bottle up about halfway with water, turn it on its side, and freeze it. When it’s done, you can add water and have cold water all day.
