June 19, 2013

MOM Tip: How to Remove Wood Furniture Scratches with a Walnut

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MOM Tip: I found this very interesting, use a walnut to remove wood furniture scratches. So I tried it and it worked! Here are the steps: Get a walnut and a cloth. Rub the walnut into the scratch and work it in with your fingers. Allow the oils to soak in for a few minutes [...]

MOM Tip: Rinse Berries in a Vinegar Solution to Keep Them Fresh Longer and Mold-Free

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MOM Tip: Summer is coming which means fresh berries.  But, it drive me crazy when your reach for some fresh berries in the fridge and they are  moldy. Next time, try washing your berries in a vinegar solution. This vinegar water solution destroys bacteria and mold spores. Combine 3 cups water and 1 cup white vinegar [...]

MOM Tip: Use Ice Cubes To Remove Dents From Carpet

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MOM Tip: Did you know you can use ice cubes to help with furniture dents in carpets? Move your furniture Drop one ice cube in each dent Let the ice cube melt. As it melts the nap of the carpet will begin to fluff back up. Check the results the next day. You may need to [...]

MOM Tip: Unclog Your Showerhead

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MOM Tip: Limescale and mineral buildup can clog water passages over time and decrease water pressure. This easy, nontoxic approach allows you to unclog your showerhead without removing it. 1. Find a strong plastic bag that is large enough to fit around your showerhead. A garbage bag works well! 2. Mix 1/3-cup baking soda with one-cup white vinegar [...]

MOM Tip: How to Remove DVD Scratches With a Banana

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MOM Tip: I’ve heard about home remedies to remove scratches from DVD’s, but never heard of a banana. I’m gonna try this… 1. The first thing you do is apply toothpaste on the scratched surface of the DVD. Next, rub the toothpaste gently into the DVD using the rag. Let this sit for about a minute. [...]

MOM Tip: Wrap Tin Foil Around Awkward Fixtures While Painting

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MOM Tip:  Use a sheet of tin foil and mold it tightly around oddly-shaped things you need to paint around. Great tip from Real Simple.

MOM Tip: Keep Track of Antibiotic

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MOM Tip: Great tip for keeping track of daily doses of antibiotics. Just make columns with days of the week on the bottle with a sharpie. All you need to do is X out once the dose has been given. Also mark the amount on the plastic cup so your not having to squint to [...]

MOM Tip: How to Find Out Where Your is Milk From

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MOM Tip: Have you ever wondered where your milk is from? Type in the code from any dairy product and it will tell you where it is from! Click here to go to Where Is My Milk From?

MOM Tip: Use a Paper Towel Tube for a Vacuum Extension

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MOM Tip: There is always a spot you can’t get with a vacuum. Next time try using a Paper Towel Tube attached to the end of your vacuum attachment. It will give you that extra reach and flexibility to get in those hard to get spots.    

MOM Tip: How to Pull The Grease Away While Frying Ground Beef

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MOM Tip: Add a teaspoon of water when frying ground beef. It will help pull the grease away from the meat while cooking.