By Amy @ Positively Splendid
Sometimes it’s the simplest ideas that are the most ingenious, and I’ve rounded up 12 such tips all in one handy place. These household ideas are sure to have you wondering, “Why didn’t I think of that?” Enjoy!
What a sanity saver for those rounds of antibiotics that never seem to end!
When I came across this idea a couple of nights ago, I think I literally squealed with delight. What a smart, inexpensive idea to organize unwieldy bobbins!
I tried this little trick this week, and it worked like a charm! What a time-saver!
I wish I had learned this trick tens of tangled, mangled necklaces ago!
Seriously – wow! Why did this never occur to me before?
This idea even comes with a free printable to make your own! I love the idea of not having to be the “mean” mom who turns away eager friends at the door during homework or cleaning time.
So simple, it almost makes me feel silly I haven’t already been doing this!
Another great green cleaning idea to minimize waste: instead of using countless paper towels for cleaning tasks, whip up a batch of these beauties.
Eureka! After prettying up the outside of the fridge this week with my magnetic frames, I think I’ll tackle the inside with this little trick this weekend.
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Wanting even more inspiration? Be sure to also check out these other round-ups of “Why-Didn’t-I-Think-of-That?” tips!
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Amy @ Positively Splendid
Having grown up in a home brimming with sewing notions and paintbrushes, Amy has a deep love for all things creative. On any given day, you’ll find her knee-deep in her latest creative endeavor, with projects ranging from sewing and crafts to home decor and kid-friendly ideas. Amy believes that everyone, regardless of skill level or experience, possesses the ability to create something beautiful, and Positively Splendid was born of her passion for helping others harness their innate creative potential.
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Sandy says Those are so great! I am going to do several of them. I saw another today on Pinterest that I am going to start doing. We live out in the country on septic and water tank, so I cannot pour any grease down my kitchen sink. The tip I saw was to put aluminium foil in a bowl and then pour in the grease. When it hardens, ball up the foil and throw it away! So much easier than pouring it into old cans and jars like I have been doing. What did we do before Pinterest?? 🙂
- Kate W. says
I love the medicine bottle idea (where was this a month ago? 😉 ), the straw for the jewelery (although I’ve seen this before but really should do this) and the flashlight idea. That last one is happening ASAP at our new house. Keep these ideas coming!
Great ideas! When I was a kid we had a neighbor that had a pool. They made a flag to hang in the front yard we knew if the flag wasn’t up to not bother to come over and see if we could swim, always thought that was a great idea!
- Jake Easley says
Great tips! Thank you.
I wanted to add to #5. Not sure where I read it, but I use Jumbo Marshmellows. Not only do they keep it soft, they stay fresh forever, and you don’t have to worry about them molding.
