Well my friends…you wanted more Life Hacks…so here at The Cottage Market we listen to you and have brought you another yet another episode of MORE Life Hacks Why Didn’t I Think Of That Continued! I can’t tell you how many Life Hacks I see as I study Pinterest and other amazing blogs…there is a plethora of them… some good and some not so good…so I am trying to weed them out and pick the ones that really seem like they can be a part of everyday life! Sure hope you enjoy them!!! If you want MORE…drop us an email or leave it in the comments 🙂 Have fun! (Remember…if you need more info on the Hack…Click on the Blog Name : )
Glue Tip on an Acrylic Paint Jar
I wish there was an original source for this…but I think it speaks for itself…and this is a BIG WHY DIDN’T I THINK OF THIS for me…really how totally awesome is this…total control over the distribution of your paint…oh where have you been all my life! It’s simple…just save those tips when you empty a glue bottle…wash them and then screw it onto your acrylic glue bottles…LOVE IT!!! Enjoy this one all of your crafters out there…I know I am!
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Aluminum Foil Covered Door Knob
I am so sorry for this duplicate hack…but the good thing is I have an update on this. Some of our readers have suggested that you use a plastic wrap instead of the tin foil…so there is food for thought!
Where have you been all my life! How great of a trip is this one! Simply wrap the door knob up with tin foil and paint…how cool is that!
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Rubber Bands for Seam Allowance by:
Sunlit Spaces
For all of your Sewers…give this one a try…Use Rubber Bands around the base of the sewing machine to measure seam allowance…pretty brilliant! Many more sewing hacks on this great site
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Thong Blind Cleaners created by:
When you visit this fun blog you will find this awesome cleaning hack…just by taking a simple pair of tongs…adding cleaning cloths with rubber bands to both sides…you are ready to pinch and clean! For more info…visit One Crazy House
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Infographic
This little Infographic from The Indian Spot will help you pick the right tea for what is giving you discomfort!
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How To Tell A Ripe Avocado
This infographic is the perfect way to tell if an avocado is RIPE!!! Who knew it was so easy. I tried it the other day and PERFECTION!!!
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Mosquito Repellent
This is so great to keep those nasty mosquitos away from your arm when you are outside enjoying company …grilling and having fun. Simply take a lime…split it in half…place cloves into it and place them all over the table! One suggestions…take a little slice off each end so they sit flat. You will find tons of other hacks at this great website!
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Baking Soda & Vinegar To Unclog Drains
I can speak for this one myself! Did you know if you put One cup of Baking Soda in your drain and then one cup of vinegar over it…let it do it’s volcano magic…it will help unclog the sink. It is also fabulous to maintain your drain…every month I do a 1/2 a cup of Baking Soda and then 1/2 cup of Vinegar…let it bubble and sit for an hour…I then pour an entire kettle full of boiling water down the sink. It really help to maintain NO CLOGS!!!
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Hanger Hook
Talk about easy and brilliant…need a place to hang those belts…scarves and such…why not just take a pants hanger…drill some holes…screw in some hooks and VOILA…the perfect place to hang…fits right into the closet…no muss no fuss!
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Lace Cupcakes
In a hurry…have no icing…NO problem…just take out a piece of lace or a doily …place it over the top of the cupcake or can…sprinkle with confectioners sugar…life and VOILA!!!! Don’t you just love it!!! It’s great when you don’t want a sweet sweet icing or you want something to be really pretty! Great for little girls tea parties…don’t you think! So simple but a great trick to use!
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Baking Substitutions
For those of you that might not have certain items in the house and still want to bake…this chart is for you! For those of you with special dietary needs…this chart is for you! For those of you that like a certain texture…this chart is for you! Sure hope you find it useful and fun!
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Need a quick Pencil Caddy with a Farmhouse Look
I LOVE this! Just take an old wire brush…turn it up and place your pens…pencils and more right in it! Not only great in a pinch but an excellent Farmhouse Accessory in seconds! I do believe Joanna Gaines would approve of this creative hack!
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How to Tell Your Eggs are Fresh
Quick and easy way to tell if your eggs are FRESH!!!
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Breaking a Pair of New Shoes in Quickly!
This technique works best on flats. Put on thick socks and then your shoes, blow-dry your shoes around the areas that are tight for a few minutes, let it cool, and you’re done! Test them out and if they need a bit more stretching out…try again!
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How to Keep the House Clean
A great infographic with tips on how to keep your house clean without being overwhelmed! Thanks Design*Sponge for sharing!
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Sweatshirt Dog Bed
Do you happen to have a sweatshirt handy? Well if you do …did you know you could make a dog bed in an afternoon and you don’t even need a sewing machine? It’s true…you have to see how easy it is…you will never look at a sweatshirt the same way again! I LOVE IT…you know what you could do…collect some fabulous soft and cushy sweat shirts…get some pillows and have a dog bed sewing party and donate them to your local Pet Shelter…they would LOVE THAT…in all different colors and sizes! I bet your fur baby would love one too! Just hop on over to Handimania for step by step directions!
So…did you enjoy these! Do you like them all mixed or do you want me to start doing specific hacks for specific things? Drop me an email …going to keep these coming your way!
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Thanks for the hacks. I’ll be using most of them
How wonderful is that Barbara…so happy you enjoyed them and you are going to use them!!!! YAY!!!! You made my day! Sending hugs and wishes for a wonderful day to you and yours!
Just love all these ideas! I think rather than an “either/or” on hacks – you should do BOTH! Specific ones and all mixed up ones. You just never know what will help folks. This was a really good list. Thanks!!
Thank you so much Linda! You are always so helpful!!!! I will mix it up and do some specifics…I am in the process of doing my own and doing all the photographs for them…so hopefully the next one will be a mix of food and kitchen hacks! Stay posted! Sending hugs and tons of wishes for a picture perfect day!!!
good ideas
Hi I’m very impressed with all these tips, however I have a question , My dishwasher is not draining properly can I use vinegar and baking soda to uncloge it?
Hi there…how are you. I am going to check into that for you. I don’t see any harm since the items are natural…but I have a few people that I can ask : ) Sending hugs and wishes for a wonderful day! Be back to you as soon as I find out : ) hugs…
Some good ones that I wish I had when the kids were young. I’m jumping around – bananas: I only buy a couple since I’m alone but I tried the aluminum foil hack to keep them from over-ripening (wrap some foil where they attach). Dogs – I live in New England and my door faces north so I’m blasted all winter. I have a beagle so there are times when she needs her coat. It’s too open at the neck & sometimes the snow is too deep. I stopped at a thrift store and bought a couple of kids’ t-shirts and a balaclava (cost me about $3) and it solved the open neck and kept her tummy dry – she stays out longer now. Cleaning the house – I don’t have a dishwasher so I handwash dishes. Every night (since I wash once a day), I wipe everything down – the microwave, top of the stove, dry mop the floor, the fridge. It keeps the dust down.
Love the idea of the plastic baskets!! I hate my spice rack – there’s no back and the jars fall over. I’ve been looking at magnetic holders but they’re pricey. My stove is next to the fridge, too, so this is ideal!! No more falling jars and frees up counter space.
So glad I found this site – Thank you
Hi there Lesley! How are you over the pond? Hope all is well with you and yours and of course your precious little Beagle (If you start following this blog… one thing you will find out about me is I LOVE dogs and all animals!) What is your pups name? So happy you enjoyed some of the hacks and thrilled that you were able to solve the open neck problem to keep that little tummy dry on your precious pup! That is great that you got some good ideas to help you! YAY! Guess what? I don’t have a dishwasher either… I didn’t want one and I didn’t want to give up precious kitchen cabinet real estate either! So I too am always washing things down 🙂 I am thrilled you found my blog and so happy that you are enjoying it! Let me know what you would like to see… always open to new ideas! You take care now and have an amazing evening – sending hugs! Cheers!