Before you place a candle inside your Jack-O-Lantern, coat the lid with spices such as ground cinnamon, nutmeg, or pumpkin pie spice. The heat of the candle will warm the spices and send a delicious scent through the air.
If you receive fresh cut flowers for Mother’s Day, remove any plastic wrapping and immediately cut the stems at an angle with a sharp knife, about 1-2 inches from the bottom, then place them in fresh water. The angle cut allows the stems to absorb water better.
Packing tape is notoriously known for losing its end and causing much frustration. Try putting a penny or a bread clip under the end of the tape when finished using it. This should help you find the end easier next time.
Use kraft paper or butcher paper to cover the kids’ table at Thanksgiving, and set out crayons and markers for them to draw and be creative. It keeps them busy and makes clean up a snap!
To get stubborn red wine stains out of table cloths, combine equal parts liquid dish soap and hydrogen peroxide in a bowl. Sponge or pour the mixture over the stain and let stand for a minute to pre-soak. Gently blot until the stain can no longer be seen. Then launder as usual.
If you’re cooking for a large crowd on Thanksgiving, consider cooking two smaller turkeys rather than one large one. It’s easier to manage the cooking time and carving.
To remove candle wax from candlesticks, tablecloths or clothing, simply pop the item into the freezer for about 30 minutes. The wax will flake off easily.
Use your cell phone to take a picture of the location of your car in the parking lot so you can easily find it after shopping.
Keep Christmas lights from getting tangled in storage by wrapping them around a clothes hanger.
Before microwaving your Thanksgiving leftovers, arrange food around the edge of the plate, leaving the center free, and cover, to ensure more even heating.
