Life Hacks That Actually Work

No More Crinkled Documents

To be honest, most people don't have a hardcover folder for binders for their important documents. On the off chance that you need to transport something, how many times does it get crinkled? Well, use this hack next time you're in a pinch! If you put a piece of cardboard in a ziplock bag with your paper, it will keep it protected and flat. 

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The More You Know

  • Slip PVC pipes over the handles of your pruning shears and tape them in place to extend your reach and clip high branches without a ladder.
  • Want to dry out flowers quickly and easily? Just use the clips on a pants hanger to hold the stems of your flowers so they're hanging bulb down, and leave them in a cool, dry place to dehydrate.
  • Hollow out a watermelon, slice off the top, and pierce the side with a spigot. Then, fill the "keg" with your favorite punch and replace the lid to keep the drinks—and the conversation—flowing.
  • The stickiness of duct tape makes it perfect for a makeshift pet hair remover and this method is faster than vacuuming. It also works on seats in vehicles. A sponge or cloth wrapped with duct tape works great for getting into corners. Wrap duct tape around a paint roller cover, sticky side out.
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