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October 19, 2016

To freeze and vacuum seal foods, try this no cost vacuum sealer. Zip package partway closed, leaving a small opening. Push out air. Slip baggy into a bowl of water until the opening is just above the surface of water.

Use Water to Vacuum Seal Foods

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Saving on Makeup and Skin CareFrench women are known for taking great care of their skin by drinking plenty of water, eating their vegetables, and incorporating healthy movement into their daily life, not by wearing gobs of makeup. Cultivate an inner glow by taking care of your health.

 
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A bottle of dry shampoo.
How to Properly Use Dry ShampooInstead of spraying it directly on your hair, spray it on one hand, rub your hands together, then work into the roots. This will distribute it more evenly, absorb more oil, and use less of it.

 
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Drink and Store Natural Spring Water
Drink and Store Natural Spring WaterFinding great water to drink is so important for health, especially if you are subject to a municipal water source and wish to eliminate chlorine, etc from your water, but purchasing bottled water from the store can add up both in terms of money and waste.

 
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Keep Nails Close at Hand for Small Chores
Add a Magnet to your Hammer for NailsWhen using just a few nails at a time, or to avoid holding them in your mouth, try this: glue a magnet to the end of your hammer to hold a few nails. It saves a little time and is more convenient!

 
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Grapes next to potential diseases.
Don't Eat Grapes in the StoreIn past years, grocery stores prepackaged grapes and sealed the packages. Inevitably, someone would open one package and the customers would sample the grapes before purchasing.

 
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Shoes hanging on a chain.
Hanging Shoes on a ChainI've been trying for a long time to come up with an idea on how to store my many pairs of shoes. After a long time of thinking, I came up with the idea to store them on a chain.

 
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A homemade antacid remedy in spoons.
Homemade AntacidMy doctor gave me an easy and thrifty home remedy. Dissolve 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda and a pinch of salt in a glass of water. The mixture neutralizes the hydrochloric acid and eliminate the pain of acid reflux. The bubbling effect that happens in the mixture will promote burping that releases the gas and relieves bloating.

 
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A screenshot of Hulu Plus
Hulu Plus ReviewI absolutely love Hulu Plus, it's well worth the $11.99 a month for no commercials. I'm able to watch many of my favorite shows that I loved growing up.

 
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A rubber band over a screwdriver.
Rubber Band for Stripped Screw HeadsEveryone runs in to a stripped screw from time to time, and they can be a real pain! Place a wide rubber band on your screwdriver, stretching it lengthwise from the handle down across the tip. The rubber helps to 'fill in' the screw head and helps the screwdriver stay put without slipping, which also allows more torque!

 
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Some coupons cut out of the paper.
Save with Coupons and Store RewardsEveryone likes to save money, especially since a large portion of our earnings go toward bills. There are many ways to cut back and ensure we have a little extra to live off of. Two methods I utilize include couponing and store reward programs.

 
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A bag of bath salt with oranges.
Rejuvenating Orange Salt BathThis is a very easy way to make a homemade equivalent of orange bath salts. All you need are the cleaned peels from 2 large oranges, half a cup of epsom salt, and a laundry bag. Throw them in your bath and you're set. The yummy orange scent is a stress zapper and also targets aches in your body.

 
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Warm Cold Feet in BedI bought a car window screen at the dollar store for the summer. I don't need it for the winter so I brought it in, folded it in half and put it under my sheet at the end of the bed. It reflects my heat perfectly to keep my feet warm.

 
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Dealing With Telemarketers
Dealing With TelemarketersI just now got a call from a telemarketer. It was my first in a long time. I handled the call in the manner I usually do. I thought someone else might find my method useful.

 
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Using a Basket to Raise Keyboard
Using a Basket to Raise KeyboardI have issues with sitting, as many of us do. Today it occurred to me I wanted to raise my keyboard so I had the option of standing to do my computer work. But what to use that I already had? I found a basket that now has all my computer paper and card stock in it, and a side basket for the mouse that has rocks in it so it won't tip over.

 
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Product Review: Contigo Thermos Mug
Product Review: Contigo Thermos MugOne of my students had a Contigo mug, and said it was the only mug that was truly drip-free. It retails for $29.99 on Amazon. When I went into Goodwill this week I saw it brand-new for $8.99, with a 35% off sale, so I grabbed the last one! It lives up to its claims; I can vouch for that. Even when you hold it upside-down, nothing leaks out.

 
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A bottle of Mod Podge for sealing knots and frays on a crochet project.
Use Mod Podge for Crochet Knots or FraysI am at all times crocheting something. Right now I am crocheting sports scarfs for a non-profit community organization. And often after I wash them you can see the ends where you change colors. The knots in the yarn. They are difficult to hide. I found a better way of disguising them.

 
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Walking for TransportationWalking for transportation is probably the most cost effective, healthy, and environmentally friendly way to get around. At times walking could even be the more practical way, depending on where you live. Ideally, everything you would need would be within a two mile radius of your home.

 
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Color Coordinate Pencils with Nail Stickers
Color Coordinate Pencils with Nail StickersI use these little nail stickers all the time, they are just $3.00 at the Dollar General where I live. There are always a few left over that I don't use. These go on the pencils I use to identify which are mine. They match my nails which is a brings me a smile. Plus, I can tell if anyone forgot to return one to me.

 
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Sharpening Dull Tweezers
Sharpening Dull TweezersYou don't have to replace your dull tweezers. This tip works on expensive tweezers that have gotten dull and makes cheap tweezers as sharp as their more expensive counterparts.

 
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