old things, new uses

I came across some really good ways to repurpose everyday items from RealSimple.com.  I never knew so many things can be so useful, just like auto insurance.  I definitely  look at things in a different way now.  Here are some of my favorites.

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1) WD 40

It can be used to remove crayons from any surface such as plastic, metal, TV screens or freshly painted walls. Just apply a small amount and rub away with a clean cloth.

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2)  Mayonnaise

It can be used to remove old stickers from mirrors, glass and bumpers.  Just apply a generous helping to persistent adhesives and scrape it off with a putty knife.

 

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3)  Laundry bag

Great for keeping lids, baby bottle caps and other small items from falling through the dishwasher rack.

 

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4)  Pillowcases

They can be used to clean a ceiling fan.  Just slide an old pillowcase over a blade, then grip the case and pull it back.  This will keep the dirt contained.

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5)  Newspaper

When your container has smell, just use some newspaper and put it into a plastic container, seal it and let it sit overnight.  By next day, all the smell will be absorbed by the newspaper.  What a great Food container deodorizer.

 

Care For Some Dim Sum?

If you are a Dim Sum lover and would like to encourage your children to eat them, here is something you may want to get. a 20-piece Chinese food set from Small World Toys.  This pretend-playset includes 2 chopsticks, a chopsticks rest, soy sauce bottle, soy sauce plate, tea cup, Chinese paper take-out box, shrimp, rice, 2 lettuce leaves, dim sum steamer, spring roll with lid, 4 pieces of dim sum, a dumpling and a fortune cookie.   Simply delicious huh?  Check out Asianmommy.com for more information.

Keep Your Cables Organized

My husband was on the computer a while ago looking for 24 hour towing and I quickly asked him to also check out anything that can keep the cables organized.  I have a big problem with cables all over the desk and floor.  What a big mess.  Well, I am glad that he found Cordies, a on-your-desk cable management system which organizes the computer cables and also keeping them weighed down so that they do not fall off the desk when disconnected.  I like them because they are cute and colourful.  Cordies come with 3 individual loop spaces and is available at Quirky.com

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New Arrival From Victoria Secret

I have been browsing the Victoria Secret site and boy, do I want to click the Add To Bag button at every item I saw.  Their new spring 2010 collection is just fabulous.  I feel like giving my whole wardrobe a makeover now.  Hmm…..I think before that, I have to look for the best weight loss pills because I need to lose another 3 kilos.   I want to look good wearing those clothes.  Check out Victoria Secret if you want to give your wardrobe an update look that is not too hard on your pockets.

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Cowlback Sweater.  Sexy or what?

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Linen Beach Pant

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Soft & Sexy Wrap

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Linen belted Cargo Skirt

Want to burn calories?

Well, just go shopping 😉 It was reported in the DailyMail.co.uk that average women burn up to 48,000 calories a year just by going shopping.  This is the best weight loss plan I’ve come across so far.  Lose weight while doing something we love.  Besides retail therapy, shopping helps us to shed some pounds too.  No wonder about 2000 polled ladies said they felt more tired and exhausted after a day’s shopping than at the gym.  This is so cool.  Now we have more reasons to go shopping.

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Leather Motocross Pants

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While browsing the online stores, I came across this good-looking motorcross pants from Net-A-Porter.com.  This black leather pants has motocross knee detailing and zip-fastening cuffs.   Great when paired with sharp shouldered jacket and heels.  I have seen many celebrities wearing pants like this.  Tight leather pants are great for highlighting slender figures.  I wish I can wear this kind of pants and look good in it.   Perhaps I can after taking some top fat burners?

Things that caught my eyes

Here are some really cool handmade stuff which I found on Etsy and a few other online stores.  Besides fashion accessories and arts & crafts, I also found a really effective home remedies for blackheads for those who want to get rid of those pesky blackheads 😉

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Copper Brown Sea Glass Necklace from Ashtash at Etsy.com

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Spring Tags with Ribbons to make your presents prettier from Jellybeans at Etsy.com

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A very funky photo frame made from recycled magazines at Decade-gifts.com

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Time to get rid of those blackheads with ProNexin.

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Trio hand dyed scarf to perk up those dull winter days.  Available at PrettyPanda @ Etsy.com

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A beautiful Shadow Petal bracelet to wrap around your hand.  Available at Interesting Particulars.

 

Gingerbread House Cookies

I am so delighted to see this fantastic idea from Not Martha – Tiny Gingerbread housed perched on the edge of your mug.   I love sipping some hot chocolate or coffee.  Having a cute gingerbread house perched on my mug is just fabulous.  Ain’t she creative?  I wonder if she sells these Gingerbread Houses.  If she does, I know I will be ordering many of them…perhaps one for each day.  Yes, of course I would need some dieting pills later on but that’s alright. They are just too cute and yummy to ignore.

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Go Green With Stainless Steel Baby Bottles

Are you shopping for an alternative to plastic baby bottles?  Well look no further than organicKidz Stainless Steel Baby Bottles.  These bottles are BPA and lead free, and are available in 40z, 7oz 9 oz bottles.  The lid is a 2oz durable stainless steel design which can be used a measuring cup.  Awesome eh?  The stainless steel baby bottles are easy to hold and easy to clean.   Good news is they are unbreakable and also dent resistant.   My favorite is the Brown Dots Baby Bottle.  Check out OrganicKidz.ca for more designs. Payment can be made via Paypal and they accept major credit cards. I wonder if they have phone check for those who would like to pay by check?

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