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WHO WOULD HAVE THOUGHT?

Shanus — Mon, 13 Aug 2018 02:07:26 GMT

Did you know you can use dental floss (unwaxed) to cut cake layers in half to make a tall 4 layer cake?

Vaseline on your heels helps prevent blisters from new shoes?

That light shimmer shadow in your palette can be used on that dark inner corner of the eye as a brightener or on the center of the lower lip to cheat a plumper look?

What items have varied uses in your vanity or bathroom closet?

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JeanLouiseFinch — Mon, 13 Aug 2018 02:41:58 GMT

Yes, I did know about these that have been mentioned. Dental floss is also handy for cutting cinnamon roll dough. Once the dough is rolled into a log, position the floss underneath it, bringing it up on either side. Cross the two sections of floss and pull.

- A brown eyeshadow palette with a wide variety of shades can often be used as bronzer or contour, eyebrow powder, eyeliner, even lip color, in addition to just eyeshadow.

- Inexpensive shower caps can be used to cover shoes before packing for travel
- Shaving cream can be used to remove stains in carpet and upholstery
- Toothpaste can calm down a minor burn

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Shanus — Mon, 13 Aug 2018 02:37:31 GMT

Someone mentioned today that they’re using their leftover Purity to clean the bathtub. That’s strong stuff!

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Shanus — Mon, 13 Aug 2018 02:39:03 GMT

@JeanLouiseFinch wrote:
Yes, I did know about these that have been mentioned. Dental floss is also handy for cutting cinnamon roll dough. Once the dough is rolled into a log, position the floss underneath it, bringing it up on either side. Cross the two sections of floss and pull.

- A brown eyeshadow palette with a wide variety of shades can often be used as bronzer or contour, eyebrow powder, eyeliner, even lip color, in addition to just eyeshadow.
- Inexpensive shower caps can be used to cover shoes before packing for travel
- Shaving crfeam can be used to remove stains in carpet and upholstery
- Toothpaste can calm down a minor burn

@JeanLouiseFinch Oooh. Those are good ones. Love the one about shaving cream!

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Shanus — Mon, 13 Aug 2018 02:40:49 GMT

@JeanLouiseFinch. ....and toothpaste applied to a pimple makes it practically disappear overnite.

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just bee — Mon, 13 Aug 2018 02:46:43 GMT

Anyone use toothpaste to clean their silver jewelry?

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Shanus — Mon, 13 Aug 2018 02:50:54 GMT

@just bee wrote:
Anyone use toothpaste to clean their silver jewelry?

@just bee You can, but it’s gritty and may scratch a shiny finish. A polishing cloth is a better choice...no damage. Mouthwash, however, will clean diamonds.

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OKPrincess — Mon, 13 Aug 2018 11:20:38 GMT

@Shanus I have used dental floss to cut sheet cakes at work. Works perfectly but I think waxed floss was used in my case.

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SilleeMee — Mon, 13 Aug 2018 11:33:45 GMT

@Shanus wrote:
@just bee wrote:
Anyone use toothpaste to clean their silver jewelry?

@just bee You can, but it’s gritty and may scratch a shiny finish. A polishing cloth is a better choice...no damage. Mouthwash, however, will clean diamonds.

I use my sonic toothbrush, to clean some of my jewelry. I just change out the brush head and use an older, used one on the jewelry with Dawn liquid.

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tototwo — Mon, 13 Aug 2018 11:49:16 GMT

Yes, I've used toothpaste and old toothbrushes to clean my jewelry for years! I keep most of my old toothbrushes to use for cleaning all sorts of small stuff.

I also keep my old mascara brushes -- toss the tube of old mascara, but keep the brush applicator, wash it with soap and water. These tiny brushes clean all those teensy nooks and crannies around the house. Mascara brushes are excellent for cleaning combs.

Also, put combs and hairbrushes in the dishwasher occasionally to sanitize them.

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Eileen in Virginia — Mon, 13 Aug 2018 12:36:47 GMT

I’ve used dental tape (the wider dental floss) to sew buttons onto our raincoats. It’s much sturdier than thread and doesn’t fray if the edges of the buttons are sharp.

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riley1 — Mon, 13 Aug 2018 13:22:37 GMT

Where I am (SC) we get a film over our car headlights. I use colgate toothpaste (purchased at the dollar store) to clean them.

I guess any brand toothpaste would work (maybe not gel) - I just happened to buy colgate.

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SahmIam — Mon, 13 Aug 2018 13:24:52 GMT

Toothpaste can be used to clean the bathroom sink. It does a great job.

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SilleeMee — Mon, 13 Aug 2018 13:38:36 GMT

I give light, daily cleanings to my makeup brushes by sweeping them across 'flushable wipes' . Then after a while I take them to the sink for their regular deep cleanings with soap.

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aggravated — Mon, 13 Aug 2018 13:45:55 GMT

I used dental floss one Thansgiving to truss the turkey.

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JustJazzmom — Mon, 13 Aug 2018 15:04:12 GMT

I use ammonia & warm water to clean combs in a small basin. I use ammonia & water to clean my engagement ring in a small measuring glass.

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Shanus — Mon, 13 Aug 2018 16:53:16 GMT

@tototwo wrote:
Yes, I've used toothpaste and old toothbrushes to clean my jewelry for years! I keep most of my old toothbrushes to use for cleaning all sorts of small stuff.

I also keep my old mascara brushes -- toss the tube of old mascara, but keep the brush applicator, wash it with soap and water. These tiny brushes clean all those teensy nooks and crannies around the house. Mascara brushes are excellent for cleaning combs.

Also, put combs and hairbrushes in the dishwasher occasionally to sanitize them.

@tototwo Oooh. Brushes in dishwasher.

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Shanus — Mon, 13 Aug 2018 16:54:20 GMT

@riley1 wrote:
Where I am (SC) we get a film over our car headlights. I use colgate toothpaste (purchased at the dollar store) to clean them.

I guess any brand toothpaste would work (maybe not gel) - I just happened to buy colgate.

@riley1 Yes, dh does that, too.

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Shanus — Mon, 13 Aug 2018 16:55:43 GMT

@aggravated wrote:
I used dental floss one Thansgiving to truss the turkey.

@aggravated Easier than kitchen cord or just out of it & used floss?

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qualitygal — Mon, 13 Aug 2018 17:02:52 GMT

If you need more potatoes for a meal, add the dry potato flakes to the real potatoes, to stretch them.