Barnorama All Fun In The Barn
This curated collection is a treasure trove of practical wisdom, offering insights and clever shortcuts to simplify your daily routine.
“You can connect two Ziploc bags by flipping one inside out to make a larger one.”
“Use a beard trimmer to remove the cat scratch threads from your couch.”
“If you live in an apartment, put numbers on the bottom of your door for proof of delivery. Most of the time, the drivers don’t get my door number in the photo, and this way, they have to.”
“Unscrew a tight spotlight bulb using suction cups so you can get a better grip.”
“How to move clothes on hangers.”
“Don’t have a toothbrush container? Use a water bottle!”
“A simple doormat could save the life of a beloved pet or wild animal who has fallen into an unsupervised pool.”
“If you ever lose small jewelry or really any small items, this is how to find it. Put a stocking, pantyhose, or sock over the nozzle of a vacuum, and swipe it under furniture. It’ll stick to the material without getting s**ed into the vacuum.”
“I use a 3M hanger upside down to keep trash bags in place.”
“Tape a garbage bag to the floor for easy cleanup.”
“Silence your unbalanced and noisy washing machine by using a pool noodle.”
“My dad shared this trick with me. To deter his perfectly good extension cords from being stolen when camping, he would wrap them in electrical tape in various spots so they looked older and like they’ve had to be mended.”
“Keep your toddler safely in the grocery cart seat with a carabiner.”
“Here’s how you can sew in a straight line.”
“Can’t fit two pizzas in your small oven? Cut them in half for optimal pizza placement.”
“I’ve been married to my wife for 11 years, and she just taught me that if I use a cheese grater on a cold stick of butter, it’s easier to spread on toast and muffins.”
“Write the date on your blister packs so you know if you’ve taken your meds for that day or not.”
“Turn your tackle box into a snackle box. It’s perfect for a day trip.”
“Pizza cutters are the most under-utilized kitchen utensil. You can use them for so much more than just, well, pizza.”
“Duct tape a washcloth around a hanger to clean under your fridge and stove.”
“Our diaper bin broke so I am using a litter container instead. Just saved me $30.”
“One chopstick + two rubber bands = getting all the toothpaste out of the tube.”
“Drink your coffee without watering it down. Just freeze coffee in an ice cube tray and store in your freezer.”
“Throw your pillows in the dryer to help fluff them back up. Who doesn’t love fluffy pillows?!”
“Put lemon juice on your apple slices to keep them from oxidizing for a couple days.”
“I use a hairpin to mark the end of my tape.”
“Keep your craft beer fresh by covering it with a cat food cover. They have a dual purpose!”
“Use two thin rubber bands to hold rickety gingerbread walls in place!”
“If your bathroom stall doesn’t have a hook to hold your bag or purse, try using the door lock.”
