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March 29, 2008

Amazing Plant Facts & Reasons to buy a Plant Today

Plant According to a two-year study by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), many indoor plants absorb air pollutants through their leaves and roots and convert them into breathable air.

Within 24 hours, some plants can remove up to 87 percent of toxic indoor air.

Depending on the species, one plant can provide effective cleaning for every 100 square feet of space. For example, between 15 and 20 golden pothos and spider plants can refresh the air in an average 1,800 square-foot home.

Plants work equally well in homes, offices, and factories, as long as their requirements for sunlight, water, and soil are met.

March 19, 2008

Storing Eggs

Store eggs with the large end up to keep the yolk centered

March 18, 2008

Produce more Pansies

Those beds of pansies will bloom more prolifically if you take a few moments to pinch out early buds. This encourages plants to bush out and, in the end, produce more flowers.

March 17, 2008

Cookbook Tip - Easier to Read

When your cookbook won't lie flat when opened on the counter, place a glass baking dish on the pages (you can read through the glass) or secure each side with a rubber band.

March 14, 2008

Prevent tarnishing of silver and jewelry

Place a piece of white chalk in your silver chest or jewel box to absorb moisture and help prevent tarnishing of silverware and jewelry.

March 13, 2008

Storing Silver

If you store your best silver in self-sealing plastic bags, it will tarnish much more slowly.

March 12, 2008

Save that soggy lettuce

Perk up soggy lettuce by soaking in cold water with some lemon juice. To store place in a zip lock bag with paper towel to absorb moisture.

March 11, 2008

Prevent buttons for falling off

Before you wear a new garment, put a little clear nail polish on the front and back of each button. Buttons will stay on longer when their threads are sealed.

March 10, 2008

Natural Mosquito Repellent

Splashing plain rubbing alcohol on yourself and allowing it to dry will deter mosquitoes from biting you.

March 07, 2008

Lemon Juice to remove gum

Lemon Joice will remove adhesive tape and gum from hands and clothes!