9/2/11

Toss some used, fresh lemons into a vase the next time you make a flower arrangement. The acid from the lemons will help kill bacteria and keep the water in the vase fresher, longer. It will also help feed the flowers vitamin C, which will also help them stay fresh, too.

9/1/11

One easy way to recycle lots of leftover paint in a myriad of colors is to simply mix them all together into one, solid color of chalkboard paint. Make sure all the paint is water-based latex (most are these days) and in usable condition. Pour them all into one large bucket and stir until completely blended. Then add a few tablespoons of powdered grout (from the hardware store) and mix again. Voila! Instant chalkboard paint to use anywhere you want.

8/31/11

If you haven't baked something since using your Easy-Bake oven, here's an easy upcycling tip for your unused bakeware: Use muffin tins inside desk or kitchen drawers to keep small items -- postage stamps, erasers, spare change, paperclips -- organized and in place.