Extraordinary Uses

Deodorize as you clean with Eucalyptus Oil

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Cleaning cannot get easier than this. Add a few drops of Eucalyptus Oil to the water when cleaning kitchen and bathroom surfaces. It helps kill bacteria and also leaves a fresh smell.

Remove sticky residue - With a few drops of Eucalyptus oil, you can easily remove Glue, grease, tar, tree sap and sticky labels from fabric and surfaces.

A cheap room freshener. Try this, add a few drops of Eucalyptus Oil to the disposable filter in your vacuum cleaner. A you vacuum, your room will be filled with clean, fresh fragrance.

Hair Conditioner - Say Goodbye to Rust

2009-11-14T21:24:00.000-08:00

Even though a costly solution, hair conditioner works very well to keep rust away. Every do-it-yourself knows how important it is to take care of the tools in your toolbox. One way to condition them and keep rust from invading is to rub them down with some hair conditioner. You can go for an inexpensive one. It works really well.

Make a shower curtain slide smoothly - Tired of pulling on the shower curtain? Don't worry, there is a solution. Rub the shower-curtain rod with cheap inexpensive hair conditioner and the curtain will glide across it. It also keeps rust away!

Oil skate wheels - Does your skateboard's wheels whine? Try rubbing hair conditioner on the axles of the wheels. You will see the change within no time!

Vinegar

2009-06-27T04:19:00.000-07:00

Vinegar can be used extensively around your house. It has been in use from a very long time. It helps both clean and deodorize stuff around your house.

Clean your Computer parts - Vinegar can help you clean all your computer parts. Just take water and vinegar in equal proportions, dampen a clean cloth in the solution and wipe all your parts. Just make sure that the cloth is not dripping. Squeeze it out well and wipe all the exterior parts.
Note - Never use a spray bottle for cleaning. There are chances for you to get the liquid on the circuits inside. Also make sure that all the peripherals are unplugged.

Unclog drains - Clearing clogs in the sink and tub drains will not get easier than this. Add 1 spoon of bicarbonate of soda followed by 2 cups of vinegar. Wait for a few minutes and flush the foam with hot water. Again wait for 10 minutes and carry out the same process. But this time add cold water in the end. This technique helps kill odor-causing bacteria along the drain too!

Shine your Silver - Add all your silverware to a mixture of 1 cup of vinegar and 4 tablespoons of bicarbonate of soda. Let them soak in for about 4 hours. Rinse them in cold water and dry with a soft cloth. Your Silver will look brand new!

Tea, for healthy and beautiful hair!

2009-06-24T05:51:00.000-07:00

Tea has many medicinal values. It can condition and moisturize your hair very effectively.

Conditioning dry hair - Use Tea to give your dry hair a natural shine. Make a paste of tea and warm water. Now apply this paste to your scalp and rinse. You can again wash your hair with warm water as a final rinse.

Bye Bye Grey - Turn all your Grey hair dark again without using any costly chemical hair dyes. Make your own natural dye using tea and other herbs. Just immerse three tea bags in a cup of boiling water. Add a piece of rosemary. You can also add a tablespoon of rosemary oil. To use, shampoo as usual and pour the mixture on your hair. Make sure not to stain any clothes in this process. Later rinse thoroughly.
Note - It may take several goes to achieve the desired results.

Soda water

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Relieve tummy ache - No more indigestion problems. Soda water can help amazingly in bring down pain in your stomach caused by indigestion or a hangover.

Remove Rust - Soda water can help bubble the rust away. Just add some to the affected nuts and bolts.

Remove stains - You can remove all sorts of stains from fabric with soda water. Just add some to the spot and scrub vigorously.
Note - Soda water works very well on grease stains.

Clean your precious gems - Soak your diamonds, rubies, sapphires and emeralds in soda water to give them a bright sheen. Simply place them in a glass full of soda water and let them soak overnight.

Mayonnaise - For your hair

2009-05-20T05:10:00.000-07:00

Even though it sounds odd, mayonnaise works amazingly on your hair. It helps condition your hair very efficiently. Many dermatologists recommend using of mayonnaise to even kill and remove lice from kids.

Conditioning your hair - Did you know that many hair salons nowadays use mayonnaise to condition your hair. And they also charge you a lot of money for it. Now you can do it by yourself at the comfort of your home. Just take some mayo in your hand and massage it into your hair and scalp. Cover your head with a shower cap and wait for about 15 minutes. Then shampoo as usual. The mayonnaise will moisturize your hair and give it a lustrous sheen.

Mayonnaise treatment - Many dermatologists worldwide recommend using of mayonnaise to kill lice from kids instead of harmful drugs. In fact, lice are becoming more resistant to these drugs! To treat head lice massage a liberal amount of mayo into your hair before bed time. Cover your head with a shower cap. Shampoo in the morning and use a fine-toothed comb to remove any dead lice. Mayonnaise treatment is great and works on every hair. For best results, continue for about 5 - 10 days.

Cleaning your glassware

2009-05-18T05:00:00.000-07:00

Salt can help you amazingly in cleaning. You can use salt to remove tough stains on your glassware. It is both cheap and effective.

Remove stubborn marks from Glassware - To remove lipstick or paint stains, you can use salt. Just add salt to a large bowl. Now immerse all your glassware into the bowl. Let them stay for a day. Then remove them and wipe with a soft cloth. The stains should have gone!

Clean discolored glass - Did your dishwasher fail to remove those stubborn stains from your glassware? Hand-scrubbing failed too? Try mixing a handful of salt in a bowl full of vinegar. Soak your glassware overnight in the solution. The stains should wipe off easily the next morning! Just wipe with a soft cloth.

Try this tip - Mix 2 teaspoons of salt and 2 teaspoons of bicarbonate of soda into a cup of water. Rinse and Gargle everyday. The solution acts as an excellent mouthwash.

Bread

2009-05-16T22:42:00.000-07:00

Bread is a very popular food in most parts of the world. Bread can help you in many ways. It is commonly known to absorb odors.

Dust oil paintings - You can use white bread to clean and dust your Oil paintings. Just take a very small piece and gently rub the surface.

Pick up small glass pieces - Picking up large glass fragments are easy, but getting those tiny glass fragments is a pain-staking job. The easiest way to make sure that you don't miss any is to press a slice of bread over the area. After you are done, toss the slice into the garbage.

Clean your walls - Its always hard to teach young ones how easily the dirt on their hands can be transferred to walls. But you can remove most dirty fingerprints from painted walls by rubbing the area with a slice of white bread. Bread does a great job in cleaning non-washable stains!

Absorb vegetable odors - Try putting a piece of white bread on top of the pot when cooking vegetables. The piece of bread will absorb most of the unpleasant odors.

Bubble wrap - As a cushion

2009-05-08T05:55:00.000-07:00

Bubble wrap can be used in various ways. Other than packing, they have many other applications.

Bubble wrap is both cheap and comfortable. Its great to use everywhere. Instead of keeping a pillow inside your pillow cover, try this! Take about 2-meter long roll of bubble wrap. Fold a few times and place it inside the cover. They will be great to use in your home or workplace. Don't worry about them popping. When you sit, your weight is equally balanced on the entire surface.

Get a better night's sleep the next time you camp. Just by carrying a 2 or 4 meter roll of bubble wrap with you, you can have a very comfortable sleep. Take the long roll and fold it several times. Then you can place this under your sleeping bag or even use it as a sleeping bag. You can even roll some bubble wrap to your hands and legs. The wrap will keep you warm when it is chill!

Chest rub

2009-05-07T06:26:00.000-07:00

Chest rub is very effective when you catch a cold. But did you know it has many other uses?

Soothe aching feet - Well, did the long walk bring pain in your feet? Don't worry. Just apply a thick layer of Chest rub to your feet and cover them with a pair of socks before going to bed at night. You will have no more pain!

Treat toenail fungus - Chest rub such as Vicks Vaporub can considerably reduce fungus on your Toenails. Just apply a thick coat of chest rub to the affected nail several times a day. Many dermatolgists and podiatrists swear that it work.

Repel insects - Going for a walk? Smear some chest rub on your hands and legs. It will keep ticks and insects from biting you. They hate the smell of the chest rub!

Helping your Baby with Petroleum jelly

2009-05-04T06:26:00.000-07:00

Petroleum jelly can help you in many ways. But did you know, it can protect your Baby too?

Petroleum jelly can help prevent a diaper rash. Everyone feels bad when a baby cries due to a diaper rash. Now help is just a few moments away. Petroleum jelly can act as a very good protective layer. So, the next time there is a rash apply petroleum jelly to the area. It will act as a barrier and help heal faster.

Bye-Bye tears - Buying no-tears shampoo for your baby? Well, you don't have to. Just take some petroleum jelly and rub some into your baby's eyebrows. The Petroleum Jelly will act as a barrier and prevent any shampoo to near your child's gentle eyes!

Baby wipes

2009-05-02T05:19:00.000-07:00

Baby wipes can not only clean your baby's bottoms but can be used for cleaning up various spills too.

Clean your Keyboard - Often dirt can get accumulated in your keyboard. Cleaning them with solutions won't help at all. Sometimes shaking out the keyboard can get some dirt out. The dirt left can be removed with Baby wipes. Use it to remove dirt, spills and other gunk. But make sure you unplug the keyboard from the computer.

Clean up spills - Baby wipes can help you in cleaning up spills. Petrol spills can be easily removed with baby wipes. You can also use them to clean your hands temporarily.

Clean your bathroom - Cleaning can never be easier than this. The next time you want to clean your bathroom, do it with Baby wipes. Rub the tiles with a dry baby wipe. The stains will be gone. If they are a bit hard, wipe a few more times rigorously.

Soften skin

2009-04-29T03:01:00.000-07:00

Milk is a rich source of Vitamin C and Calcium. One glass of milk everyday can keep you fit always! Milk can also help you cut costs on your Body lotion and other softening creams. Just take a cup of powdered milk and toss it into your bath tub as it fills. The milk acts as a natural skin softener. You can maybe try this everyday. You will start to notice changes within a month.

Milk can also soften your hands. The next time your hands get dirty, try this. Just make a paste of milk and oats. Rub this paste against your hands. Now wash with water. The dirt will come off but your skin will also feel a bit softer due to the milk.

You can also dip your hands and feet into a large bowl of water. To this, just add a cup of powdered milk. Wait for about 10 minutes. Then wash your hands and feet with water. Milk is rich in Vitamin C and so it can soften your skin.

Lip balm

2009-04-22T06:22:00.000-07:00

It can not only moisturize your lips and relieve it from chapping but can also help you in various other ways.

Remove a stuck ring - Don't hurt your finger trying to remove that ring. Instead, just coat your finger with lip balm. It will come off with ease!

As an emergency band aid - Did you just cut your finger? Then use some lip balm. Just apply some on the wound to prevent blood loss.
Note - Use lip balm only if there are no other medicines or a band aid around.

Unstuck a stuck zipper - Lip balm acts as a very efficient lubricant. Just apply some inexpensive lip balm along a stuck zipper. Then zip and unzip a few times and it will be zipping like new.

Groom wild eyebrows - You can use lip balm as a very efficient styling wax to groom wild eyebrows. You can maybe even try it on hair popping out from your head.

Polish your Silver jewelery

2009-04-21T06:32:00.000-07:00

Are your Silver jewelery looking a bit dull? Well, polish them easily. All you will need is some Aluminium foil. Just take large sheets of the foil. Then wrap a container with it. Now fill the container with cold water. To this, add about 4 tablespoons of salt. Mix up and let the salt dissolve. Now drop all your silverware to the solution. Let them stay in for about 5 minutes. Rinse your silver jewelery with plain water and wipe with a cloth. They will start sparkling like new!

Why does it happen? - Well, this is Chemistry. The aluminum accepts the sulfur from the silverware. And so, the silver looses its tarnish.

Once you clean your silverware, keep it away from tarnish. Just wrap large sheets of Aluminium foil sheets and seal the ends. Do this every time you use!

Hair spray

2009-04-20T06:27:00.000-07:00

It can not only style your hair but can also help you in some easy tasks. Hair spray works as an effective cleaner too.

Remove garment stains - Its always often that we get Ink stains on our shirt. Well, don't waste all your money on dry cleaning. Use Hair spray instead. It can do a great job by removing hard stains. Just spray some to the affected area. Let it stay for some time and then wash with plain water.

Preserve your shoe's shine - Did you just polish your shoes? Then let it last longer. Just lightly spray some Hair spray onto your shoes. The protective layer will let the shine stay longer.

Extend the life of cut flowers - Cut flowers look really beautiful. But often their beauty is not noticed by everyone. Just take some Hair spray and give your flowers a quick spray. They will live longer and even smell better!

Shampoo

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Shampoo works very well as a cleaning agent. Even though it is not very cost effective, it can help you in emergencies!

Alternative for a Shaving cream - Out of Shaving cream? Don't use soap. Instead use Shampoo. Shampoo works very well on that sharp stubble and can give you a clean shave!

Clean your Car - The next time you want to clean your ride, don't spend your hard earned money on costly cleansing agents. Use shampoo instead. Just take about 1/2 cup of shampoo and add it to a bucket full of water. Now sponge up the car as usual.

Get rid of Germs - Use Shampoo for a better and a cleaner wash. Shampoo can help you get rid of stubborn stains on your skin.

Nail Polish

2009-04-14T07:14:00.000-07:00

Not only can they do wonders on your finger nails, but Nail Polish has been used from a very long time for all different purposes.

Glow your Remote buttons – Many times you miss an important scene on your favorite movie in the dark when you by mistake change the channel. Prevent that from happening again. Take some florescent colors and apply to your Remote keys. The next time, you will be able to see in the dark too!

Waterproof Address labels – Address labels can get wet during the rainy season and your important parcel might not reach the particular place on time. Prevent such a mishap by coating the label with clear Nail polish. The layer of Nail polish will prevent the water from ruining the label.

Temporarily prevent a crack from spreading – Has your Vehicle’s windscreen developed a small crack? Well, seal that crack and prevent it from spreading by applying some clear nail polish.

Fabric-Softener Sheets

2009-04-12T05:43:00.001-07:00

They can help you in many ways. But make sure you are not allergic to these Sheets. You can develop skin irritations and rashes due to both Fabric-softener sheets and solution.

As an effective Room freshener – Don’t spend all your money on expensive room fresheners. Instead take some Fabric softener sheets and stick them to different places in your room. You can try sticking them under your chairs or bed!

Remove Pet hair – Often when you cuddle your Pet, its hair can get stuck on your clothes. Now remove those easily. With a Fabric softener sheet swipe a few times. The sheet will suck all the fur right off!

Repel dust from your PC – Dust often settles on your Computer screen. Dusting with a cloth is a pain staking job. Do it with used Fabric softener sheets the next time. These sheets are designed to reduce static cling, so they will remove the dust and keep them from coming again!

Peanut Butter

2009-04-11T06:46:00.000-07:00

Peanut Butter on bread is a very healthy breakfast. Since it is both healthy and tasty, everyone loves it. It can also help you in some simple tasks.

Remove price tag residue – Well the easiest job is to remove a Price tag. But the hard part is to get rid of the annoying gummy substance under it. Now do it the easier way with Peanut Butter. Just apply some on the area and start rubbing. Wipe the area with a soft cloth dipped in warm water.

Remove Chewing gum from hair – Getting Chewing gum out of your hair can be a hard task. Instead of Pulling it and hurting your scalp, do it the easier way with Peanut butter. Apply some to the area and start rubbing. The gum must come off easily. Next shampoo to get rid of the Peanut butter smell.

Petroleum Jelly

2009-04-09T06:52:00.000-07:00

Petroleum Jelly has been used from a very long time to prevent rashes and to soften skin. But it also has many other uses.

Remove a stuck ring – Removing a stuck ring can be a pain-staking job. Do it the easier way with Petroleum Jelly. Apply some around your finger. The stuck ring will come right off!

Let that fragrance last longer – Well, most of the Perfumes don’t last as long as you want them to. Use Petroleum Jelly. Just dab some of it on your pulse points. Then spray on the Perfume. It will last longer and will let you stay fresh longer!

Keep ants away – You can keep ants away from your Pet’s bowl. Just apply some Petroleum Jelly to the Bottom of the bowl. Your Pet will never realize there is Petroleum Jelly on its bowl and the Ants will never think of coming for the food!

Eucalyptus Oil

2009-04-08T06:49:00.000-07:00

Eucalyptus Oil has been known for its medicinal purposes. You can use it extensively in cleaning.

Keep Roaches away - If you have a Roach problem in your house then Eucalyptus Oil is the best one to use. Just take a cloth and add a few drops of Eucalyptus oil to it. Then apply to your wardrobes or anywhere from where roaches enter. They will never visit your house again!

Prevent getting bitten - Are you camping and are also facing trouble with mosquitoes? Well, use Eucalyptus Oil. Just apply some of the oil over your skin and the mosquitoes will not even come close to you!

Clean your floor - The next time you want to swob your floor, add some Eucalyptus Oil. The Eucalyptus Oil can eliminate harmful bacteria. You can also use it on Bathroom tiles.

Wash your clothes - For a more hygenic wash, use Eucalyptus Oil. A few drops will be enough. Add them every time you wash and your clothes will be bacteria proof and will also smell fresh.

Banana

2009-04-07T06:51:00.000-07:00

Banana is a great source of Pottasium. They contain several nutrients that can protect you from several diseases. It can also help you in various other things.

Keeping your skin Soft - Bananas can help you a lot in keeping your face clean and fresh. Just take a ripened Banana and make a paste of it. Then apply the paste to your face and let it last for about 10 minutes. Then remove the paste and wash your face with clean water.
Note - Do not do this on the Outdoors as you might welcome many other insects to your face. Just Kidding!

Make your Garden a Paradise - Imagine your Garden filled with colorful butterflies and birds. Well, you can do that with an over ripened banana. Just remove its peel and make a few holes. Then keep it in your garden. The fruit will attract many butterflies and birds.

Butter

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Everyone loves Butter. It also has many other uses other than watering our mouth!

Get a Smooth shave - If you run out of Shaving cream, then don't run to the market. Instead just apply some Butter and shave. The butter will make your skin even more smoother.

Treat Dry hair - Is your hair dry? Then try Butter. Just take some butter in your hand and massage your hair with it. Wait for about 30 - 40 minutes and then shampoo and rinse thoroughly.

Soothe aching feet - Butter does wonders on your tired feet. Just massage them with some butter. Then wait for about 20 minutes. You will notice the changes instantly!

Epsom Salt

2009-04-03T21:34:00.000-07:00

Epsom Salt helps a lot in cleaning. It can help you save both money as well as time.

Clean Tiles - Are those Tiles looking Dull? Well, lets clean it up. Do the Job with Epsom salt. Just dissolve it with equal quantity of dish washing liquid and then start scrubbing the tiles. They will start sparkling within seconds!

Regenerate Car battery - Dissolve 40 grams of Epsom salt in warm water and add the solution to each battery cell. Your Car battery will live longer with this potion!

Mayonnaise

2009-04-02T06:11:00.000-07:00

Mayonnaise can not only be great in Burgers but can also help you in many other purposes.

Condition your hair - Just massage Mayonnaise into your hair and scalp instead of a hair conditioner. It will help strengthen your hair by moisturizing it and also giving it a lustrous shine.

Remove Dry and Dead skin - Apply mayonnaise to your skin to remove dead skin. Let it stay for about 10 - 20 minutes and then clean up with a cloth. After cleaning once, again clean the area with warm water.

Keep your Fingernails strong - Mayonnaise can do wonders on your nails. They can keep them stronger and prevent finger cuts. Just plunge your fingers into a bowl of mayonnaise for about 5 - 10 minutes everyday. You can see the changes within a month!

Tomato Sauce

2009-03-30T19:43:00.000-07:00

Tomato Sauce can not only help you in the kitchen, but can also do wonders in cleaning. Just make sure you have enough to eat before using it.

Brighten up Copper vessels - When Copper vessels get dull and tarnished, brighten them up using Tomato Sauce. Apply a thin layer of Sauce on the Vessel. Let it last for about an hour. Then rinse and dry the Vessel.

Keep Silver Sparkling - Remove the Tarnish from your Silver Jewelery with ease. If you want to clean small rings or earrings, then you can dip them into a bowl of Tomato Sauce. If you want to clean larger silver items such as plates and bowls, then apply the sauce and rinse at once.
Note - Make sure you have a Toothbrush or a Cloth to clean. Your cleaning process must not last more that 3 - 4 minutes. The Tomato Sauce can affect the Silver.

Clean your Kitchen sink - Cleaning is easier in the Kitchen now. Once you have added sauce to your food, add some to your sink too. Rub with a scrubber and let it last for about an hour. Then clean with water.

Cornflour

2009-03-27T21:10:00.000-07:00

Other than cooking, cornflour can be used for many other household purposes. From blood stains to cleaning a Toy, it acts as a very efficient cleaner.

Get rid of Bloodstains - Say those Bloodstains goodbye! Just make a paste of Cornflour with Cold water. Cover the spot with the paste and leave it to dry on the Outdoors. After an hour or two, brush the cloth and the Bloodstain will disappear. If the stain stays, try the same process again!

Clean stuffed Toys - To clean a stuffed toy animal, just rub some cornflour over it. Wait for five minutes and brush it clean. The effect is remarkable.

Dry bath - Give your Pet a better bath. Just rub cornflour over his coat. The dry bath will fluff up his coat until bath time!

Pipe Cleaners

2009-03-19T00:20:00.001-07:00

A pipe cleaner is a type of brush originally intended for cleaning smoking pipes. Besides cleaning pipes, they can be used for many other purposes like making shapes and to decorate a ponytail.

Decorate a Ponytail - You can give your hair an amazing new look with Pipe cleaners. After you have finished putting a ponytail, just twist a Pipe cleaner around the hair band. They will look really funky. Try adding many Pipe cleaners to give an even nicer look.

Clean your Gas burner - Is your flame very low? Then there is a possibility for dirt or some kind of a blockage. Get rid of it with Pipe cleaners. The dirt will be gone!

Decorate a gift - Give your Gift a special look. With a Pipe cleaner, make some different shapes and attach them to your gift box. You can either glue them or just puncture them into it. Try shapes like heart or write your friend's name!

Aspirin

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Aspirin is a great painkiller. But a word of Caution. About 40 - 50 percent of people suffering from Asthma are allergic to Aspirin. Note that it can have long lasting effect on your body Internally as well as Externally. Always consult a doctor before using any medication. Also remember that if you are allergic to taking it internally, then do not apply externally too!
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Apply on Bee stings - You can considerably control the swelling due to bee stings. Just wet the area and rub aspirin over it. But If you are allergic to bee stings or having difficulty in breathing, consult a doctor at once!

Control Dandruff - Amazingly, Aspirin works well on your hair. Just take 2 aspirins and crush them. Then add the fine powder to a cup full of shampoo. Wash your hair firstly in this shampoo. Then after a rinse, wash your hair again with normal shampoo.

Say Pimples Goodbye! - Get rid of those pimples from your face. Just make a paste of powdered aspirin with small amount of water. Then apply this paste to the affected area. The paste will reduce the redness and soothe the pimple.
Note - Make sure you are not allergic to Aspirin internally. If you are, then never apply it to your skin.

Chalk

2009-03-16T21:33:00.000-07:00

Chalk has been in use from a very long time. Chalk is great in polishing metals. It also has various other uses!

Repel Ants - Well its always not very easy to prevent ants from invading your home. Do it the easier and cost effective way. With a chalk, draw around the entry points. The ants will be repelled by the calcium carbonate present in the Chalk.

Polish metal surfaces - Give every metal surface in your house a newer shine! Just powder a chalk. Then with a cloth, wipe the metal surface with the powder. You can easily get rid of those tough stains. If the Powder gets stuck to the surface, then just clean by adding a few drops of water.

Keep your tools rust free - You can protect your tools from Nature's invaders like moisture. Just add a few Chalk pieces into your Toolbox. Your tools will be safe in its company!

Fabric Softener

2009-03-16T04:23:00.000-07:00

Fabric softener is great for your clothes. It can also help you in some other purposes.

Clean glass tables - Now clean glass tables in an easier and better way. Just mix 1 portion of Fabric softener with 3 portions of water. Then take the solution on a dry cloth and wipe your Tables. You can also wipe Mirrors and Glass windows with Fabric Softener!

Condition your hair - After a shampoo bath, your hair can get tangled. To untangle it, just apply some Fabric Conditioner to your hair. Then comb and rinse your hair with water.
Note - This works only on some type of hair based on their texture. Try it once. If your hair remains same, then don't use it again!

Stop dust from attacking your TV - Is dust visiting your television set even after a recent clean? Well, try using Fabric Softener. Take some Fabric softener on a cloth and dust your TV. It won't happen again!

Dust your Carpets faster and easier - Take 1/4 cup of Fabric softener with 2 cups of water. Add it to a spray bottle and spray the solution on your carpet. Then vacuum clean. The dust comes out faster and easier.
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Mouthwash

2009-03-13T22:13:00.000-07:00

Mouthwash can not only freshen your breath but can do other miracles. But keep in mind that you use it just in emergencies. Or else it can become heavy on your Pockets!

Disinfectant a Cut - Unbelievably mouthwash works very well on cuts. Just take an alcohol based mouthwash and with the help of some cotton apply on the wound. You will have instant relief. If the burn still persists, then consult a Doctor!

Clean your Toilet bowl - Now cleaning is faster and easier. Just add about 1/2 a cup of alcohol based mouthwash into your Toilet bowl. Let it stand for about an hour. Then with a brush, scrub the entire bowl. It will be left with a new sparkling shine.

Say Dandruff Goodbye! - To treat dandruff, wash your hair with a regular shampoo. Then after a rinse, wash with mouthwash. The mouthwash can reasonably reduce the dandruff. If needed, try hair conditioner later.

For a better and a cleaner wash - Do your clothes smell a lot? Well, it must be due to the Bacteria and Fungi within them. To prevent this try adding a cup of mouthwash into your washing machine along with your detergent. The clothes will smell better for longer!

Earrings

2009-03-13T02:55:00.000-07:00

Well you never knew. Have an earring without its pair? Well don't throw it away. You can use it for many other purposes.

Decorate a Christmas Tree - Earrings can be put up on your Christmas tree. They will make it look even more special. The hooks of an earring can fit almost everywhere. So even if there are sponge balls on your tree, you can add them there too.

Make a chit holder - Now your message board or your fridge door will look even more funkier. Just take a magnet. Then remove the beads of your earring and then with super glue, stick them on the magnet. You can go wild with your Imagination and make some real cool things.

Did you know?

Earrings have been there for a very long time. About 5000 years or so! The earrings were firstly discovered in Asia. The oldest earring was probably one from Iraq about 4500 years old. Earrings have come a long way since then. With new hairstyles and new clothes, new Earrings have come up.

Candles

2009-03-10T04:25:00.000-07:00

Candles have been known for many extraordinary purposes. They can help you effectively in zipping a Zipper or making a Squeaky door proper.

Make a squeaky door quite - Candles can help you reduce that irritating sound from a door. Just rub a candle on the hinges. That squeak will be no more!

Write a Secret letter - You can deliver a secret letter to a person without anyone knowing what you have written. Just write your message on a white sheet with the bottom of a Candle. Then ask the person you are sending the message to paint the entire sheet with any watercolor paint. The message will appear and only both of you know the Secret!

Keep those Labels safe - Are you still preserving those old Birthday wishes labels? Well, you can even waterproof them. Just take a Candle and rub the entire label. Your label will be safer than ever now!

Aluminium Foil

2009-03-09T04:29:00.001-07:00

Other than packing your Food for a Picnic, you can use Aluminium Foil for many other Purposes.

Keep your Pet Off Couch - Its always hard to beat or shout at your Best friend for sitting on the Couch. Do the Job in an easier fashion. Just take a long sheet of Aluminium foil and place it on your Couch. Your pet will hate the noisy surface and never consider to sit there again.

Sharpen your Knives - A blunt knife can result in Bad cooking. Don't go to get one from the market. Instead, just take some Aluminium Foil and start cutting. About 10 - 15 times and your Knife will be sharper than ever!

Lure a Fish - Did you know you can catch fish faster with a few scraps of foil? Well, that's true. Just attach some Foil scraps to the hook. The fish are easily attracted to the shine. Try it out!

Flour

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Flour is a grain rich in Protein. Its always good for your Health. Flour can also help in some simple Household chores.

Repel ants - Are ants invading your House? Just add some Flour. Find the place from where ants come and sprinkle flour over there. Repelled by the Flour, ants won't cross the line.

Make clay - It always great to do something with Modeling clay. If you are out of it, then don't run to the market. Make some at home. All you will need is 4 cups of Flour, 1/2 cup of Salt, 1 cup of water. Next add a few drops of Vegetable oil. Your clay is made.

Clean your Bath Tub - Bring a new shine to your Bath Tub. Just sprinkle some Flour all over. Then with a Soft cloth, wipe the entire Tub. Next wash using water.

Tea

2009-03-06T21:31:00.000-08:00

Tea has been in use from a long Time. Both Tea in powder and as leaves can help you in many ways.

Shine a Mirror - Dip a cloth in a Cup of warm Tea and wipe the Entire mirror with it. Your Mirror will be left with a shine. If needed, you can wipe the Mirror again with a Dry cloth.

Help your Plants grow better - You can give your Plants an extra boost in growth with the help of Tea. Just sprinkle some Tea next to your Plants. Then water everyday. The nutrients from the Tea will get released into the soil and give your Plants a extra boost in growth.

Reduce pain from a Razor Cut - The next time you cut your skin while shaving, don't Panic! Just take a Tea Bag. Dip it in could water and apply it to the affected area. The pain will reduce instantly.

Soft Drinks

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Soft Drinks are great to work with. But make sure you have enough to please your Stomach. Guys just kidding. Remember, they can harm your Body. But once in a while its alright!

Clean your Toilet - Make that Toilet Shine like new. Just take some Cola and pour it on your Toilet. Let it last for about an hour. Then just spray water. The soft Drink can eliminate Dirt and Odour.

Remove Gum from clothes and hair - If you got Bubble Gum stuck to your Hair or clothes, don't panic. Just soak your Cloth in Cola for some time. Then just wash it with soapy water. In case of hair, just take some Cola and apply it to the affected area. Then take a shampoo bath to get rid of the Gum.

Keep drains from Clogging - Did your Kitchen Drain just get clogged? Are you also out of a Drain cleaner? Well, the last alternative is to put in some Cola. Your sink will be free from clogging!

Clear Rust - Up to an extent Rust can be cleared using a Soft Drink. Just add some onto a cloth. Then wipe the affected area.

Coffee Beans

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Everyone drinks coffee in the world. The Coffee beans available in the market can help you in many purposes. But make sure you don't spend too much on buying them.

Freshen your Breath - Are you out of Mouth Freshener or mint? Well, you can try Coffee instead. Just put a Coffee bean in your mouth and suck on it. The oils present in the Bean can absorb foul odour.

Make your Hands smell better - While in the Kitchen, after cooking your hands might smell of Garlic or Fish. To get rid of this odour, just take a few Coffee beans and rub them against each other. The oils in the beans can absorb the foul smell.

Did you know?

The practice of drinking Coffee began around 1000 A.D. Until this time use of the drink was largely linked to medicinal or religious purposes by the Arabs. The Arabs refined their methods of preparing the drink over many years. For over 300 years, coffee drinkers drank the grounds right along with the boiled water. Then, they began drinking the liquid alone, leaving the grounds to settle at the bottom of the cup. Soon coffee had became such an important part of the lives of the Arabs that in Turkey a husband who refused to provide his wife with the drink could be divorced by her!
Source - Internet

Bubble Wrap

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Bubble Wrap is a great way to prevent breakage of your Items. But did you know Bubble wrap has many other uses? Well, it has. Bubble Wrap can be used extensively in keeping yourself warm.

Warm yourself - Are you camping and forgot to bring sheets? Well, Bubble wrap can do the thing. Just wrap 4-5 meters long bubble wrap around yourself. It can keep you warm for hours.

Cushion Outdoor benches - You can comfort Outdoor Benches using Bubble wrap. Just cut long sheets of Bubble wrap and fold. Then pin the Corners and your Cushion is ready.

Keep your Cool Drinks cold - Before leaving for a Picnic, wrap bubble wrap around your Cool drink cans. Your cool drinks will remain cold for a longer time.

Hair Conditioner

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Hair Conditioner can be used for many purposes. But there is one thing that you must remember. Never use costly Hair conditioners.

Keep your Tools Rust free - Hair conditioner not only keeps your hair healthy, but your Tools too. Once in a while, remove all your tools from the Tool box and rub down some Hair conditioner. The Hair conditioner will keep Rust from invading.

Wash your Silk clothes - Hair conditioner can help in a simple Cost Effective wash of your Silk Garments. Just take a bucket full of warm water. Add some Hair conditioner to it. Then soak your Garments in it. Then after few minutes, rinse the cloth with water and dip dry.

Remove a Ring easily - Its always hard to pull out a ring stuck in your finger. Well, there is an easier way. Just apply some Hair conditioner around your Finger. The finger will now slide down easily.

Erasers

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Erasers can be used for many purposes. Other than erasing your Pencil marks, you can also erase away any dirt from appliances.

Polish your Coins - Everyone loves to collect coins. The hard part is to maintain them. But with an eraser, this hard part can be made easier. Just take an old eraser and polish your Coins. They will appear to be new!

Clean off crayon marks - Did a young one in the house just mark all the walls with crayons? Well, you don't have to repaint the walls. Just take an eraser and start rubbing against the wall. Even though the cleaning can be pain staking, you will considerably reduce and crayon marks.

Clean your Piano keys - It can be hard to clean the keys of a Piano. In some parts removing dirt can seem to be impossible. Well, here's an easy way to do it. Just take an Eraser and clean your keys. The eraser can do wonders on your keys.

Newspaper

2009-02-28T20:17:00.000-08:00

Newspapers are great tools to work with. They can help you extensively in cleaning. Just make sure that the Newspaper you use is an old one or not required.

Dry your Washed shoes - If you just washed your shoes and want it to get dried fast, then use this simple technique. Make some Paper balls and stuff them into the shoe. Next cover long sheets of paper around the Shoe. Replace this paper every 10-15 minutes. Your shoes will instantly dry within an hour.

Clean and Polish your Windows and Mirrors - Paper can be used easily for cleaning. And you will not need any cleaning agents nor will you need water. Just wipe the Window or Glass with paper. Paper has the Ability to clean everything up.

Pick up Broken glass shards - Did you just break a big glass bowl? Well, don't try picking them up using your hands. You can simply soak large pieces of paper in water. Then lay them on the broken glass. The small glass pieces will stick to the paper. You can then easily dispose this paper.

Eggs

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Eggs are good for health. While using one for the Uses mentioned below, make sure you don't need it anymore.

Make a Facial - Help yourself with an Egg facial. Just beat the Yolk out of the Egg. Then apply it to your Face. The nutrients inside the Egg helps your Skin look better. You will love the new transformation from Dry skin to a newer one.

Help your Plants grow better - Eggshells can help your Plants grow faster and stronger. The Calcium and Nutrients present in them can help your plants to reach their maximum growth. Crush the Eggshells and sprinkle them around your Plant. It will surely benefit from it.

Water your Plants - After you boil your Eggs, don't throw away the water. After it cools for some time, water plants with this water.

Make Funny faces - You can make real funky faces with eggs. All you will need is some sketch pens and an egg. Go crazy and draw whatever you want to. You can also write messages on Eggs. They can maybe even be a Good Birthday Present.

Caution - Always remember not to use eggs that are drawn on. Even though the Sketch pen marks are washed, never use it for cooking food.

Baby Oil

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Baby Oil can help you a lot in other uses. They can easily remove a bandage or a stuck ring or just help you in polishing your shoes.

Remove a bandaid - With the help of some Baby oil, you can easily eliminate the pain while removing a bandaid. Just apply some baby oil on the bandaid. It will significantly lessen the pain.

Slip off a stuck ring - Is that ring stuck in your finger and not coming out? Well, don't worry. Just apply some Baby oil around you finger and the ring will come out easily.

Polish your Shoes - Just take a few drops of Baby oil on a soft cloth. Then just rub the cloth all over your leather shoe. It will shine like never before!

Have a special bath - Do you have a favorite perfume or cologne? You can literally bathe in it by making your own scented bath. Just add some of your perfume into 1/4 cup of oil. Add this to a Bottle and shake well. Then add it to your bath.
Source - Internet

Lemons

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Lemons have been used from ancient times. They were known to do wonders on marble and other stones.

Remove Stains from Marble - Stains can be hard to remove from marble. But don't worry. Try this easy method. Just take a Lemon and cut it into two pieces. Then simply dip the exposed flesh into salt and vigorously rub on the stain. After that just clean up the place with a cloth. Try this a few times and your stain will be gone.

Clean your Metal sink - Now clean your sink the easy and effective way. Just make a paste of Lemon juice and salt. Then apply this paste all around the sink. Let it stand for about 5 - 10 minutes. Then wash the entire sink with warm water. It will sparkle like it was new!

Bleach your Delicate Fabrics - Before washing your clothes, soak them in a bucket full of Lemon juice and bicarbonate of soda for atleast an hour. In this way your clothes will look even more clean.

Soaps

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Soap not only cleans you but also your Cars. Soaps are always great to use! But make sure that the Soap you select is not too costly. Also be sure that the soap you take to work with is not presently needed in your home.

Keep your Clothes fresh - Take a well scented soap. Then pack it in a plastic mesh and suspend it in your wardrobe. The soap will help in perfuming all your clothes.

Keep your Car smell friendly - The next time your friends come with you for a ride, they will be surprised, as your car will be smelling great. Just take a soap and hide it somewhere within your car. Your friends won't have a clue about it.

Make your own Soap - Its fun to make a soap. Just follow the Instructions. You will need a bar of glycerine, soap moulds, a dry can, a double boiler and some essential colors. Place the glycerine in a can and put the can inside a double boiler and heat until the glycerine melts. Use essential colors for coloring. Next add a few drops of essential oils and allow to cool. After the mould hardens, your solid soap is ready.
Source - Internet

Window Cleaner

2009-02-23T20:49:00.000-08:00

Window Cleaner can not only be used to Shine your Windows but can also be used for many other purposes.

Remove Stains - Ink stains on clothes are really hard to remove. Just spray a little bit of Window Cleaner on the Spot. Then let it dry for sometime. Then once again spray some Window cleaner on the Spot and Wash your clothes. Those stains will Vanish

Reduce Pimples - Window Cleaners that contain Ammonia can help reduce pimples on your face. Just spray some of the solution on your face and let is last for a few minutes. After that thoroughly wash your face with Soap. Just make sure that you don't spray it on your eyes and also be sure that you are not allergic to the Ingredients present in the Window Cleaner.

Remove a stuck ring - Ouch! Is that ring stuck in your Finger and you can't get it out? Well, don't worry. All you have to do is just spray a little bit of Window Cleaner on your Finger. The next thing to do is just pull out the ring and it will come automatically.

Magnets

2009-02-22T19:19:00.000-08:00

Magnets are really amazing things. It is their Property to attract Iron that make them so special.

Save Energy - Did you just spill a jar full of Nails? Don't worry. Just bring a Strong Magnet Close by and your Work is Done. Magnets help save both Time and Energy.

Hold Messages up - Magnets are great Stuff to hold things. Just Take a Bar magnet and stick a paper around it. Next on another Paper write all your messages and then stick the paper to your Fridge with the Bar magnet.

Prevent a Frozen Car lock - Its common that in winters your Car's lock may freeze. All you have to do is place a small magnet outside the door lock of you Car and they will keep the locks from freezing!

Compact Discs

2009-02-21T21:40:00.000-08:00

They help you in Carrying Data. Their small size helps you take them anywhere you want. But they are also great stuff to work with. With Old Discs you can make Wall hangings, Decorative Items and even some Masterpieces.

Decorate a Room - Just take a few Old CD's and some spray paint. Then just spray the paint on all the Discs and stick them to your Wall with Instant glue. They will look really amazing. Try this out with colors like Silver or Gold.

Make a CD Clock - Just take an old clock. Remove the working portion of it. Then paint the CD with your Favorite colors. Mark the numbers from 1 to 12. Then assemble the clockwork to the CD and your CD clock is ready. Next just take your CD clock and with the help of Instant glue, stick it to the wall. If you want you can even attach a magnet and stick on your desired location.

Make a Special Bowl - Just take an old CD. Place it on a Pan and then into a Microwave oven on low heat. Next slowly, wearing protective gloves take the CD out and bend it into your desired shape. In this way you can create funky bowls and if needed add colors to your bowl.

Caution - Do not use this bowl to keep food or water. The Food might taste different or may even affect your health.

Milk

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Milk is a great Source of Protein. Two glasses of milk everyday can keep you fit always. Milk can also help in other uses too. When you use milk, just make sure that you have enough to drink!

Make Frozen Fish taste better - If your Fish was kept in the Freezer for a long time and now you want it to taste better, then just try this trick. Put your frozen fish into a Bowl full of milk until it thaws. Then remove it and it will taste better.

Repair Cracked China - Before you throw away your Special Cracked China Dishes, try mending it with milk. Next place the China Dish on a Pan and add some milk. Heat the Pan until the milk starts to Boil. Then lower the Heat and leave the Pan to Cool for some Time. Amazingly, the Protein in the Milk can mend some very Fine cracks.

Note - This can work very Efficiently, if the China Dish is white in the Cracked Area.

Soften Skin - Toss 1 cup of Milk Powder everyday when you go to take bath in your bath Tub. Everyday a milk bath can make your skin softer than ever. Try this!

Toothpaste

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Toothpaste can not only shine your Teeth but also give a new shine to other stuff. For example, you can simply make your Shoe shine or remove a Ink stain from a Fabric.

Shine your Leather Shoe - Just squirt some Toothpaste onto a cloth and rub against the shoe. Then clean it with a soft Cloth and your Leather shoe will be shining as before again!

Polish a Diamond Ring - Toothpaste has a remarkable effect on Diamond Rings. Just take a little bit of Toothpaste in a soft cloth and wipe it on the Diamond. Then with another cloth, just wipe off the remaining toothpaste. If not your Teeth, Toothpaste can atleast Sparkle a Diamond!

Remove Ink Stains from Clothes - Removing Ink Stains is easier when there is Toothpaste around. Just squirt some on the area of the stain. Then Rub the area with your finger. Wait for a few minutes, then wash with warm water.

Nail Polish Remover

2009-02-18T19:14:00.000-08:00

Nail Polish Remover can be used for many other purposes rather than removing Nail Polish. You can maybe use it to remove Ink Stains on your Skin or just Clean the mirror. But always remember to use Nail Polish Remover containing Acetone Wisely.

Eliminate Ink Stains from your Skin - Are you finding it hard to get rid those Ink stains on your Hand? Don't worry! Just take a small piece of Cotton. Dip it in the solution and apply it in the Area. After some time, just wash the area with soap and water.

Remove Stickers from Glass - Those Stickers on Glass can be real hard to remove. They never come off easily. No problem! Just remove the Sticker and wipe the area with acetone - based Nail Polish Remover. Let it last on the Glass for a minute or so. After that just rub the area and the Sticker will be gone.

Save your Skin from getting Peeled - Superglue can stick to everything including your Skin. Next time it happens, don't try Pulling. It can cause skin damage. Just take some Cotton dipped in acetone - based Nail Polish Remover and apply it to the affected area. After the Glue gets dissolved, wash your hands thoroughly.

Caution - Frequent use of nail - polish remover containing Acetone can cause dry skin and brittle nails. All nail-polishers are flammable and potentially hazardous if inhaled for a long time. They can also cause damage to Fabric if they come in contact with them.

Salt

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Salt is Great for food. Salt can also be used for Some other Stuff like cleaning your Vessels or your artificial flowers. Salt can also be used in large quantity as they are very cheap.

Remove Wine spill from your Carpet - Red wine Spilled on a Carpet is the worst. But there's hope. Firstly, when the red wine is still wet, pour some white wine to dilute the color. Then clean the spot with a sponge. Then sprinkle some salt and after some time, Vacuum the Place.

Clean your Copper Vessels - Copper Vessels may start looking Dull after many days in use. You can bring back the old Copper shine easily. Just make a paste of Vinegar, Flour and Salt in equal proportions. Then just rub it over the entire vessel with a soft cloth. Within seconds, you can see the change. Just wash it with soapy water and it is done!

Relieve Stings - Just got Stung by a Bee? Don't worry. Just wet the area and cover it with salt. The swelling and the pain will reduce.
Note - If you are allergic to bee stings, then seek medical attention.

Jar Lids

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Jar Lids can be used really well. Has something just got over? Then keep its lid. It can come in Handy. You can take your Imagination to the Next level. Jar Lids are real great stuff to work with. Just make sure that you don't create a mess and be careful while using Instant Glue...

Create a Spoon Rest - When you are working in your Kitchen, you can Reduce the Mess by keep a Jar Lid Inverted. In this way every time you use a Spoon for mixing, you can rest it on the Jar Lid.

Cut your Homemade Biscuits - Who knew that Jar Lids could be used in making such Yummy stuff. Yeah! You can use Jar Lids for easily making Circular Biscuits. One more thing is that they will all be of the Same size and so look nice while presenting them.

Create a Masterpiece - Did you know that with stuff like Sketch Pens, Instant Glue, Beads, Paints and some Family Photos you can make Awesome Stuff. Just Take a Blank Jar Lid. Then with the help of some Paper and Sketch Pens, decorate the rim of the Lid. Then with a pair of Scissors, cut your Favorite Family Photos in the form of a Circular Shape. Then with Instant Glue, stick the Photo to the Lid. Then if needed, do other Interesting Art on your Lid. Next glue some Strong magnets to the Back and stick them on so that everyone can Enjoy it.

Shaving Cream

2009-02-16T05:05:00.000-08:00

Shaving Cream can come in handy in many places. Not only can they help you Look great, but can also help you in Cleaning!

Cleaning your Hands

The next time you go Camping and get your hands dirty, don't waste precious water. Just squirt a little bit of Shaving cream onto your Hands and rub as you would for liquid soap. After you are done, just rub your hands off with a neat Towel and your Hands are neat and tidy!

Clean your Carpet

The next time Juice spills on your Carpet, don't waste your money giving it for a Dry Clean. Just put some Shaving Cream on the Spot. Next take a Wet sponge and press it against the spot. The spot of Juice on your Carpet will Vanish within no time.

Did You Know?

From the late 1920s through to the early 1960s, a US company promoted Burma-Shave, a brushless shaving cream with extraordinary success. Its catchy Jingles, advertised frequently on roadside hoardings, became household sayings all over America. Here are some of the more memorable ones:

Shaving Brushes ... Are Your Whiskers ...
You'll Soon See 'Em ... When You Wake ...
On The Shelf ... Tougher Than ...
In Some Museum ... A Two-Bit Steak? ...
Burma-Shave. Try ... Burma-Shave.

Talcum Powder

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Talcum Powders are great Stuff to work with! The play major roles from Washing Clothes to keeping ants away. Talcum Powder can be used for various things as mentioned below. But before that a Word of Caution.

Caution - Health Care Experts warn that scented Talcum Powder may cause Skin allergies and worsen Body odours. They recommend only unscented powder, used on dry skin. Women are advised not to use talcum powder in the vaginal or anal areas, where excessive powdering has been linked to an increased risk of ovarian cancer.
Source - Internet.

Keep Ants away - Talcum Powder can be used in an effective way to prevent ants from entering your house. Just sprinkle some Powder near places such as Doors or Windows. Another effective repellent is Oil of Cloves. You can also try planting Mint around the house.

Remove Blood stains from clothes - To remove Fresh Blood Stains from your Fabric, make a paste of Talcum Powder with water and apply it to the spot. When it dries, just wash your Fabric once and it will become Stain free.....

Balloons

2009-02-13T20:24:00.000-08:00

There cannot be a party without Balloons! But Balloons are also great things to do stuff with. You can use Balloons in various ways. They can be made into Decorative Faces or even for protecting your Finger after a small Cut.

Protecting a Bandaged Finger

Bandaging a minor Injury on your Finger maybe easy. But it is also Important to protect it from getting wet. Don't want your Bandage to get wet? Just slip a balloon over your Finger. This way, your Bandage can stay dry even when you wash clothes or take a bath!

A Special Party Invitation

Your Birthday is coming up shortly in a week? Alright then, this time send all your Friends a Special Kind of Invitation. Balloon Invitations can be of two kinds.

1. Blow Invitation - These can be real fun. Take a Deflated balloon and with the help of a permanent marker, write all your Details. Your friends have to Blow the Balloon to read what is written.

2. Burst Invitation - On a small sheet of Paper, write your Party details. Then put it inside a Big Deflated Balloon. Then start blowing into the Balloon. Your Friends will have to Burst the Balloon to read the Invitation.

Create a Balloon Face!

You can actually make a Funny Balloon face with a number of different Balloons. What you will need is one Big Balloon, two small squeaky balloons, three oval balloons, glue and a black marker pen. Inflate all your Balloons. Now take your Big Balloon and stick two oval balloons to it as eyes. Next stick another oval balloon for the nose. Take the two squeaky balloons and stick them to the nose as a mustache. Now with the help of your Marker Pen, draw the Eyes and the mouth.

Aluminium Cans

2009-02-13T04:04:00.000-08:00

Aluminium Cans are great things to do stuff with. The next time you drink a Diet Coke, don't throw it away. Get it home and Collect the following few stuff. You will need White Paper, Transparent tape, Foam ball, Glue, Buttons and a Black Marker Pen. Then get started.

All you need is a Can. Wrap a white paper around it with the help of a Transparent Tape. For the Head use a Foam Ball and Tape it to the Top. Cover the body with Cotton material. Make a cone-shaped paper hat. Make the Eyes and nose of the Snowman with the help of some Buttons. Make two holes on the Side for arms and add some Twigs. Use dots from a Black marker pen as the Snowman's buttons. And your Can Snowman is Done!

Create a Chinese Lantern

1. Mark 2 lines around a clean empty can,
about 2.5 centimeters from the Top and

Bottom. With a sharp knife make vertical
slits about 1.5 centimeters apart.

2. Make a cut across the bottom and a slit to
place a candle.

3. Attach a Hanging loop and hang it in your Room.

About this Blog!

2009-02-11T09:07:00.000-08:00

Extraordinary Uses For Ordinary Things, can help you make most of all the Scrap at your Home. We'll show you thousands of ingenious ways to use ordinary household products to restore, replace, repair or revive practically everything in and around your home! You'll save time and money - and you'll save shelf space because you won't need all of those commercial products. You'll even save Petrol as you will never have to speed off to the Supermarket every time you run out of a staple such as air freshener, shampoo, oven cleaner or wrapping paper. The best part of this blog is you'll never believe how you can transform stuff from one to another.