Showing posts with label time saving tips. Show all posts
Showing posts with label time saving tips. Show all posts

Sunday, November 7, 2010

Random Tips #4

Hey! I am back with some more tips for you....Enjoy!

~ Have you ever had candle wax spill onto your carpet? The best way to clean up the spill is by first, remove any excess wax that you can without disturbing the carpeting pile. Cut a paper grocery bag to make a flat surface large enough to fully cover the spill, and place over the wax. With a warm (not too hot!) iron, press down on the bag and move in small circles. The wax should liquefy, creating a grease-like stain that will appear on the bag. Continue moving the bag to a new clean area, and then repeat until all of the wax attaches itself to the bag.
If there is extra-stubborn residue remaining, you can try applying an ice cube to re-harden the melted wax, then repeat the process. ( Note: For berber carpets, be sure not to tug at any of the fiber loops as that can cause a run that can span the length of the carpet!) ***PLEASE BE CAREFUL WHEN USING THE IRON MAKING SURE THAT DOES COME IN CONTACT WITH YOUR SKIN. AND MAKE SURE THAT WHEN USE IT ON YOUR CARPET THAT YOU ALWAYS PLACE IT OVER THE BROWN PAPER BAG AND NOT DIRECTLY ON YOUR CARPET. SO THAT WAY YOU DON'T MESS UP YOU CARPET AND IRON!****  (Info provided by AOLShelterpop Oct 20,2010)

~How to look good in natural light
    1. Apply in actual daylight if ppossoble: find the nearest window facing the sun and prop up a standing   mirror or buy a desktop lamp witha 'daylight' bulb.
    2. Mix foundation with a skin cream: Moisturizer blends so well with any make-up.
    3. Stipple foundation on a fluffy, buffing syntheic brush: the finish is super-understated.
    4. Blush is so flattering: powder formulas in particular have a delicate sparkle and versatility.
    5. Brighten your eyes with plae yellow: Line your eye with a pale yellow eyeliner if they are tired or red-looking. (Info provided by: Lucky Magazine May 2010)


~ Remove ink stains with glycerin:
   1. First, check the clothing label: this works on washable fabrics ONLY. Then place a clean cloth underneath the stain, inside the garment, to prevent seepage.
   2. Dip a cotton swab into the solution- you just need a tiny bit!- and rub carefully on the stain for couple of minutes.
   3.Finally, mix a few drops of gentle laundry detergent (like woolite) with a small amount of water. Apply to the stain with a fresh swab until in lathers, then wash the garment in cold water. (Info provided by: Lucky Magazine February 2010)


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Saturday, July 10, 2010

Random Tips # 3

Hi, Everyone! I am here with more tips for you guys. Hopefully, you will find them useful like the other ones..Enjoy!

~ Ran out of lotion or conditioner?  Cut open the containers of the product(s) to expose the remaining product that is still in there. I always do this before throwing the bottles. There often a good bit of product to still use.  ***be careful when doing so, in order to make sure that you don't injure yourself***

~Cleaning tarnished jewelry: Products needed: baking soda, aluminum foil, and a large glass dish. How to use it: Line the dish with foil and place your jewelry on top- just don't overcrowd too much. Sprinkle with baking soda, cover with boiling water, and let it all soak for 10 minutes. (The tarnish gets transferred to the foil. And everything will come out looking shiny).

~ Pillow case containers make great containers to use when you travel or even for handbag. They are really durable plus since they are clear you can see what is inside.

~ Almost out of lip gloss.. Place the gloss in a cup of hot water and in about 15 minutes the last of the lip gloss that is in the sides if tube will reached by the applicator.

Until next time...Xoxo!



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Wednesday, June 30, 2010

How To Fix A Broken Eye Shadow

(Photo Courtesy: ellecanada.com)
                                                  





Hello, everyone! Did you know, you can easily fix broken shadows? Let me tell you how.....

Just by putting a few drops of rubbing alcohol into each one and mix to make a muddy texture, re-mold into shape, then let dry. A fixed shadow and the color and texture remain intact. I cannot tell you how many shadows, blushes, and face powders I've saved by using this quick trick! Until next time enjoy....
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Thursday, December 17, 2009

Random Tips # 2

I have some more tips for you all to enjoy....

~ Use a flat iron (yes, the one that you use on your hair) set high to smooth out hemlines, pockets, and the
   spaces in between buttons on shirts.

~ Use a pumice stone (again, yes the very same that you would use on your feet.) to de-pill you sweater(s).
    Lightly rubbing it over the garment removes pills and fuzz; just be sure the knit is substantial, not delicate  or thin.

~ To get rid of musty smells or unwanted wrinkles out leather, iron them out. Set the iron to medium/high heat
    and cut up a plain brown paper bag in oversize squares. Place the leather item on the ironing board, put
    the paper on top of the area you are working on, and gently iron it, being careful not to burn through the paper.

~ You can use plain, unscented body lotion as a leather conditioner to hide scuffs and light scratches.
    Inexpensive drugstore brands- like Lubriderm- work really well.
***These tips courtesy and provide by Lucky Magazine September &October 2009****
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Wednesday, December 2, 2009

Random Tips #1

So I have been going through my magazine stack. I have so many magazine(s) it's a shame. But I am not giving them up! (you know the newspaper/magazine stands? I could open one of those with all the magazines I have LOL). Okay I started thinking about some of the things that I do to try and be more eco-friendly in my daily life. Which I thought you would like to know about. Getting rid of old stuff so that I no longer need. As a PJ getting stuff out of the way will mean more new stuff can come in! Here are some tips that I use that I hope you will useful as well. Enjoy.......

~ Save energy by charging small electronics in your car instead of using wall outlets.
~ Trim the wicks of candles and refrigerate them an hour before use to increase their burn time.
~ Air out clothes fresh from the dry cleaner by hanging them outside for a day to avoid tracking chemicals inside your home.
***These tips courtesy and provide by InStyle Magazine October 2009****

~ One of personal favorite faves is to recycle your magazines once you are done with using them. (Donate them to a Doctors Office, Hair Salon, etc.)
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