Helpful Hits

Lipstick on Your Collar?

If the fabric is washable, pour a small amount of rubbing alcohol on a dampened cloth. Place the stain-side down on white paper towels and dab the area. Repeat until lipstick is gone and wash as usual.

If You Have a Cedar Chest

A cedar chest can be dangerous to small children. A curious child will want to see what's inside and might become trapped if the heavy lid comes down. Keep it locked so kids can't get in.

Don't Carry Loose Batteries

If you have extra loose batteries, don't put them in your pocket or purse. They could be shorted if they come into contact with metal objects. Then the batteries will rupture or leak ' a mess you don't want.

Eliminating Sticky Messes

Can't stand cleaning up the leaky sticky messes from ice cube trays filled with fruit juices? You won't have to ' if you use a turkey baster to fill the trays right in the refrigerator.

Seat Belt Buckles Burning?

Your car sits in the sun and the seat belt buckles become hot. To prevent this problem, cut out a ribbed section of an old athletic sock; then slip it over the metal part of the buckle. No more hot stuff on skin.