35 lifechanging ways to use everyday objects
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This document lists 35 lifechanging ways to use everyday objects and includes suggestions such as gluing magnets to the fridge for a vertical garden, using banana peels for slip-and-slide fun, and using hairspray or black tea to freshen fabrics instead of fabric softener for a chemical-free option. Some comments question the safety of soaking hair in fabric softener or using glitter for French tip nails. Egyptian Magic is also mentioned as a skin-friendly alternative to other products.
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35 lifechanging ways to use everyday objects
- 1. 35 Lifechanging Ways to Use Everyday Objects
- 5. Glue on little magnets and stick them on your fridge for a vertical garden.
- 8. And I assume you’re supposed to wipe off the banana before playing?
- 10. (I would NOT soak my hair in Downy… or any other fabric softener. Lots of “fragrance” chemicals there. –LK)
- 18. Since when did “French Tips” include glitter?
- 26. Hairspray is supposed to work, too.
- 30. I’m pretty sure English Breakfast and most other black teas will work, too.
- 33. Egyptian Magic works in the same way, but is better for your skin and more pleasant!