I discovered a new book that is full of interesting solutions for everything that's laying around the house. There are over 1300 smart uses for everyday stuff in this book. And it promises to save thousands of dollars on your household budget... personally I just like reading the great ways of using something unexpected for such an easy task!
All of the following solutions are from 99 cent Solutions
Adhesive Fabric Spray: Fix it quick! Spray adhesive might be great for putting down appliques on fabric, but it works just as well for making minor home repairs. Wallpaper curling in a corner of the dining room? Pieces of lineleum peeling up in the Kitchen? Border in the bathroom beginning to come unstuck? Spray the back of the paper or tile lightly with adhesive, then spray the wall or floor behind it. Let dry for a minute or two, then press down firmly, smoothing from the inside edge outward to remove any bubbles, and you've got a fix that may well be permanent.
Clothespins: Save a Thumb! Trying to fit a nail into a hard-to-reach place or at a funny angle? Grip the nail with a clothespin, and that way you can hammer the nail and not you finger.
Sidewalk Chalk: Prevent Rust! Keep rust out of your toolbox - and stop your tools from pitting and rusting - by placing a few pieces of chalk in your toolbox. The chalk will absorb any moisture and keep your tools (and your tool box) rust-free!
Shaving Cream: Color it gone! If you find crayon markings on your wall, don't get mad - get shaving cream. Spray the shaving cream directly onto the offending artwork, and scrub it off with a toothbrush or scrub brush.
Peanut Butter: Take off a price tag! Sure, WD-40 is terrific at removing price-tag adhesive, but you don't want to spray it on the outside of your kids new plastic lunch box or beach ball. So use peanut butter instead. Rub on a dab, let it sit for a few minutes, and then wipe clean with a paper towel. The peanut butter wipes clean in seconds, and so do the remains of the glue!
adapted from: 99 cent Solutions
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