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By littergitter
To keep my Christmas lights from getting tangled up, I wrap each string of lights around a rolled up newspaper or magazine with the plug being last and then I put a rubber band around the plug end to hold the lights in place.
Use Silk Pillowcases Inside Cotton
By lnygaard
I put pillows into silk cases before putting them into their cotton ones. They do not stick.
Storing Nails in Recycled Plastic Containers
By Lewissan
I found a great new use for the sturdy plastic containers that our dog treats come in from Costco. I use them to store large nails and screws that I buy in quantity for various projects.
Store Christmas Bags Under the Mattress
By carla
Store your Christmas bags under the mattress. It is a free and simple solution to eliminate clutter.
Use Styrofoam To Store Cookie Cutters
By Jean Genie
Every tiime I buy some big piece of equipment/technology, I save the large styrofoam containers that encase the item. I've found incredible uses for these.
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