These Duct Tape Hacks Will Save Your Life and Your Budget

Waterproof Shoes

Many outdoor activities require waterproof shoes, which can get expensive. Instead, find an old pair of shoes and cover them with water-resistant duct tape.

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The More You Know

  • Seltzer water will revive gold jewelry if you combine it with dish soap and let it soak for five minutes.
  • 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.
  • Instead of hanging unsightly fly paper, take a cup, fill it with an inch of red wine vinegar, seal the top with plastic wrap, and poke a few small holes in it with a pen. The flies will be attracted to the scent of the vinegar, but won't be able to get out.
  • Next time you oversalt a soup, toss in a few wedges of raw apple or potato. Simmer for 10 minutes and discard the wedges to get the flavor back to normal.
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