Life Hacks That Actually Work

Messy Cord Days are Over

We all have tons of random cords in this day and age. At this point, it's become a habit for many households to keep random cords because "what if we find what it belongs to and we need it?" That's where the cord drawer is born. This is usually a random drawer in your home that quickly becomes overrun with cords. This is your solution! Take toilet paper rolls, line them up, and place the cords inside. No more chaos. 

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The More You Know

  • Find a tall pitcher about the height of your wine bottle and get cooling. Immerse the bottle in ice water with a small handful of salt and turn every few minutes or so.
  • Have a little paint left in that can, but not enough to warrant keeping that whole huge container around? Just pour it into a washed and dried baby food jar and keep it tightly sealed for touch-ups.
  • Drain away any excess fat while baking by placing meatballs on a baking rack. The extra fat drips away, you’ll retain that browned, caramelized exterior you know and love.
  • If you have greasy fingerprints on your doorframes or walls, there's a simple fix. Just rub a piece of chalk gently over them, let it sit for 10 minutes, and the chalk will absorb the oil, allowing it to easily wipe away.
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