An electrician told me that I shouldn’t wind electrical cords around the appliance it goes with. I used to use twist ties, but they can be awkward to manage and I can never find the twist tie when I’m putting the appliance away. Velcro cord-keepers, aren’t free and they have the same drawbacks as twist ties. Continue reading
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On-the-Go Grocery Bag Storage
With all of the best intentions I often don’t have a re-usable grocery bay when I need one. I use them once, take them into the house with the groceries and then forget to bring them back to the car. I was about to buy more reusable bags when I came up with a great idea. Continue reading
Easy Cord Storage & Organization
Organize your stray cords by rolling them so that each one fits inside an empty toilet paper or paper towel roll. You can even cut each tube to fit the cord stored inside, although make sure to cut the tube before placing the cord inside. Label the roll and it will be easy to find the cord you need and it won’t be tangled.
Recycling Center
Large boxes can be used to hold recyclable items until you are ready to take them to the recycling center. One large box can be sectioned off with smaller boxes or paper bags. For any even easier trip, choose boxes or bags that will fit easily into your vehicle.