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Bundle Up Bows

by Katie 12.23.2009
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A pretty bow can transform any package into something special. As you unwrap gifts this holiday season, set aside bows to reuse instead of throwing them out with the wrapping paper. For a small household (like mine) you can reuse a pretty gift bag to store them in.

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Uncrossing Wires

by Katie 12.21.2009
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Make your own cable labels by using a left over sheet of return address labels and a bright marker. It makes it easy to find and unplug the right wire, the first time, whenever something needs to be moved.

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Pick the Right Light

by Katie 12.17.2009
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Need to replace a lightbulb? Take a quick snapshot with your phone’s camera – that way when you get to the store you have some reference of how big the bulb should be.

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Make-up To Go

by Katie 12.16.2009
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I keep a small bag in my makeup drawer so on hectic mornings I can quickly gather the essentials and throw it in my purse to finish the job later.

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Wrap Your Wrapping Paper

by Katie 12.12.2009
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After you’re done wrapping a gift, roll up any left over paper and slip it inside the cardboard tube for safekeeping.

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