25 More Life Tips and Tricks That Are Incredibly Useful
- π§΄Use Dryer Sheets to Freshen Up Your Closet
Place a few dryer sheets in your closet or drawers to keep your clothes smelling fresh and prevent static cling.
- πUse a Coin to Remove a Stuck Battery
If your battery is stuck in a compartment, use a coin to carefully pry it out by wedging it between the battery and the compartment.
- πDIY Emergency Phone Charger from AA Batteries
If you're out of power, you can temporarily charge your phone with a USB cable and two AA batteries using a small DIY circuit (though not recommended for regular use).
- πFreeze Grapes to Chill Wine
Use frozen grapes to chill wine without watering it down. Just throw a handful into your glass instead of ice cubes.
- π‘Use a Bread Clip to Fix Broken Flip Flop Straps
If your flip-flop strap breaks, you can temporarily fix it with a bread clip. Simply tie it in place, and you'll be good to go for a while.
- π«Keep Chocolate Bars Soft by Storing Them in the Fridge
If you like your chocolate bars soft, store them in the fridge before you open them. The chocolate will retain its softness longer.
- π§³Use a Shoe Organizer for Your Pantry
A hanging shoe organizer can be used to store spices, canned goods, or snacks in your pantry. Itβs a great space-saving solution!
- πUse Your Phoneβs Camera as a Magnifying Glass
Zoom in with your smartphone camera to read tiny text on receipts or labels that are hard to see with the naked eye.
- πUse a Rubber Band for Extra Grip on Tight Lids
Wrap a rubber band around the lid of a jar or bottle thatβs hard to open. It will give you extra grip to twist it off.
- π³Prevent Your Eggs from Cracking During Boiling
Before boiling eggs, add a pinch of salt or a dash of vinegar to the water to prevent the eggshells from cracking.
- π§½Use a Coffee Filter to Clean Your TV Screen
Coffee filters are gentle and lint-free, making them perfect for wiping down and cleaning your TV screen or computer monitor.
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Rehydrate Sun-Dried Tomatoes in Olive Oil
To rehydrate sun-dried tomatoes, soak them in olive oil for about 10-15 minutes. You can use the oil for extra flavor when cooking.
- π¨Keep Your Bathroom Mirror from Fogging Up
Rub a small amount of shaving cream on your bathroom mirror and wipe it off. It will prevent the mirror from fogging up after a hot shower.
- πFreshen Up Your Garbage Disposal with Lemon Peels
Toss lemon peels into your garbage disposal to freshen it up and eliminate odors.
- πFreeze Orange Slices for a Refreshing Drink
Freeze orange slices to add to your water or iced tea for a refreshing twist without diluting the drink with ice cubes.
- π¨Use Nail Polish to Mark Cables
Use colored nail polish to mark different cables so you can easily distinguish them (e.g., black for charging, red for headphones).
- π§ΌClean Your Microwave with Lemon Water
Place a bowl of water with lemon slices in your microwave, then heat it up for 2-3 minutes. The steam will help loosen food splatters for easy cleaning.
- π§³Use an Old Tissue Box for Plastic Bags
Keep your plastic grocery bags neatly stored in an old tissue box. Just pull out one bag at a time as you need it.
- πUse Toothpaste to Clean Your Glasses
Put a small dab of toothpaste on your lenses and rub it in with a soft cloth. It will remove smudges and make your glasses sparkle.
- π₯€Use a Straw to Remove Strawberry Stems
Push a drinking straw through the bottom of the strawberry to remove the stem in one easy motion.
- πͺUse a Rubber Band to Help with Jar Lids
If a jar lid is too tight, wrap a rubber band around it for added grip, and it will make opening it easier.
- π§΄Use a Hairdryer to Remove Sticker Residue
Heat sticker residue with a hairdryer for a minute or two, then peel it off. The heat will soften the adhesive, making it easy to wipe away.
- π§Freeze Leftover Coffee for Iced Coffee
Pour leftover coffee into an ice cube tray and freeze it. Use the coffee ice cubes in your iced coffee to keep it cool without watering it down.
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Use a Toothpick to Open a Stuck Calendar Ring
If the rings of your calendar or binder wonβt open, use a toothpick to gently pry them open without damaging them.
- π¨Use a Vacuum to Pick Up Small Pieces of Glass
If you break glass, use a vacuum cleaner to pick up small shards that might be missed. Itβs safer and more efficient.