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Real Simple Weekly TipsWednesday | September 16, 2009

Aya Brackett

50 Surprising New Uses for Old Things

If youâ€™ve ever eyed up some cast-off piece or another and thought, â€œHmm, I wonder what else I can do with this,â€ check out our roundup of all-time favorite ways to repurpose anything from mittens (as a sunglasses case) to a shower cap (shoe protector) to an old Twister mat (tablecloth). Then find ideas on how to use items found in specific rooms of your home.

Unexpected New Uses for Kitchen Items

Unexpected New Uses for Bedroom Items

Unexpected New Uses for Laundry Room Items

Three Things to Do This Week

Upgrade Your Bathroom

Assorted no-fuss solutions for storage issues, whether for bath goods, cotton balls, towels, or TP.

Try a Vegetarian Recipe Even Meat Lovers Will Love

Why vegetarian? Because, say experts, eliminating meat even just once a week can reduce your risk of dying from heart disease and some cancers. And taking a pass on buying meat is good for your budget, too.

Learn 20 Easy Ways to Drop Pounds

The average person puts on one to two pounds a year, a gain that can be avoided simply by consuming 100 fewer calories (or burning 100 more) a day. Just how you can do that might surprise you.

Quick Tip

To fix a scratch on a leather shoe or bag, dab the area with a little distilled white vinegar (note: Always test-treat first on a hidden spot). Let it dry, then buff with a colorless shoe polish. Get more tips.

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