Tube Your Duds
Cardboard wrapping-paper tubes can help make you
look as good as your gifts. Keep pants crease-free by cutting a tube lengthwise and folding in
half horizontally. Next, place it over the rack or hanger before hanging pants,
being careful to tape the sides of the cardboard together at the bottom to keep
it from slipping. You can also stuff tubes inside boots to help them keep their
shape without flopping over.
Tag It
Instead of splurging on expensive tags for gifts at stationery shops,
create your own tags from last year’s pile of holiday cards. Focus on
the front of the card to avoid this year’s greeting, then get creative
by cutting round, square and elongated shapes. Finish by punching a hole
in the corner and looping ribbon through so you can attach to a gift.
Fold in half and write your note.
Spice up Your Shower
Punch up a boring bathroom and reuse those pretty ribbons with
homemade shower hooks. Instead of the boring plastic or wire variety,
lace the ribbon through your curtain and tie in a knot to secure.
Complete the project by snipping off the ends at an angle.
Think Wick
Give your candle pillars a little personality after the holiday
season with a few miniature metal cookie cutters. Hold the candle steady
and use a hammer to lightly tap the metal shape into the front body of
the candle for a DIY monogramming effect. Spell words, stencil shapes,
or try a combination of both.
Set the Mood
Looking to set a serene mood for your DIY spa night, but having
trouble finding candle holders? Drop a votive tea light inside one of
your metal muffin or cupcake tins for an instant and fuss-free
candleholder. The best part? No cleanup necessary. | 
