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Paint brushes
Keep a separate set of brushes for use in varnish as once used in varnish they are not good for use in any other medium.
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Opened varnish tinOnce a varnish tin is opened a wasteful skin begins to form on top, because of which always store the tins upside down as this makes sure that the skin forms at the bottom of the tin and therefore doesn't cause problem in usage.
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Opening Jars
Try using latex dishwashing gloves. They give a non-slip grip that makes opening jars easy.
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Sharpen your garbage disposal blades by putting ice in it and running it, deoderize with vinigar and baking soda.
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If short of space, wash machine dry curtains and hang them in their place without drying on a clothesline. They will solve your problem of an overcrowded clothesline and will reduce on step of the job. Pull them end to end to spread them fully and let the air dry them.
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If frying oil tends foam, add a small ball of tamarind to it, and the foaming will gradually stop.
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For a more decorative look frost the glasses as follows: Chill them in the freezer for 30 minutes. Pour some castor sugar in a plate. Dip the rim of each glass in this sugar. A frosty edge will form. Chill again for a few minutes. Pour liquid in carefully while serving. Insert a thin lemon sliced round, on rim for special effect.
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Just dip a small clean rag in a teeny bit of any oil (edible too) and rub on creaky hinges. You will experience quiet doors and windows in a jiffy.
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Do not use soap when cleaning a mirror because it streaks the glass. All you need to do in cleaning a mirror is to wipt it with a cloth moistened with water in which a little vinegar or ammonia has been added, and then wipe the mirror dry with a soft cloth that is lint free.
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Slip large photocorners on corners of valuable books to preserve them better and minimise their Wear and tear.
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Place a tsp. of soda bicarb in a corner of the fridge in a small crucible. This will keep smells of foods in the fridge from permeating each other.
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Colour code similar keys around the house (set of cabinets, etc) by using 2 sets of of plain multicoloured bindis. Stick one on the key head and the other of the same colour on the door of the corresponding closet. Use for fevicol or glue for lasting effect.
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Use unpeeled potatoes wherever possible, the skin carries a lot of nutrition. Use peeled skins to Rub mirrors, and then wipe with soft moist cloth for a shine. Or place over face for a few minutes Like a pack, remove, wash with tap water for a fresh clean feel.
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Oil substitute - If you donot have any oil at hand when doors and hinges begin to squeak, you will find that a smear of butter or margarine is a good substitute.
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Wipe cane furniture with a cloth soaked in extra warm water, to which salt has been added, to keep the firmness of the cane meshing intact. About 2 tbsp. to a bucket is ideal.
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Rub outside of halved coconut shells with sandpaper to smoothen surface. Apply varnish. Use as containers to grow small cactii and other plants for decorative effect.
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If you cannot get hold of diwali diyas (lamps), make your own by mould out of ordinary wheat flour dough, about a week ahead, dry well and paint.
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Instead of discarding extra roses from bouquets dry them and prepare a bouquet garni, a pot pourri of fragrance in a net sachet. Or dry, grind and mix powder with gramflour, store in a jar. For a refreshing bath scrub, to 1 tsp. mixture, add 1 tsp. curds, 1/2 tsp.honey. Scrub and wash. Use daily for a glowing skin.
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To access bindis easily, put them in a small photo album, like photographs. They will be not fall about and can be located very fast.
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Rub surfaces lightly with sandpaper before applying a coat of paint. This will give the paint coat a much better finish.
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