6 Insanely Creative Ways to Use Everyday Items

Household items with surprising timesaving capabilities.

1

Hair Dryer as Mirror Defogger

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After a shower, quickly clear a steamed-up bathroom mirror with a blast of hot or cold air.

2

Egg Slicer as All-Purpose Slicer

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Those of us lacking Chopped-level skills can whip out this gadget to neatly cut fresh mozzarella, mushrooms, and strawberries.

3

Baby Powder as Dry Shampoo

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Don't have time for a full wash and blow? Sprinkle baby powder on roots and brush through.

4

Lightbulb as Ribbon Dewrinkler

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Smooth out that grosgrain before it festoons a gift by holding it taut over a clean and warm (but not hot) lightbulb.

5

Flatiron as Touch-Up Tool

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When you're pressed for time, combat creases on shirt collars, cuffs, plackets, and hems with the straightening iron you use for your hair. (Make sure to wipe away styling-product residue first.)

6

Salad Spinner as Sweater Dryer

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The spinner's centrifugal force helps to whirl away excess water and speed up the drying process. Now, laying flat to dry won't take forever.

6 Insanely Creative Ways to Use Everyday Items

1

Hair Dryer as Mirror Defogger

2

Egg Slicer as All-Purpose Slicer

3

Baby Powder as Dry Shampoo

4

Lightbulb as Ribbon Dewrinkler

5

Flatiron as Touch-Up Tool

6

Salad Spinner as Sweater Dryer

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6 Insanely Creative Ways to Use Everyday Items

1 Hair Dryer as Mirror Defogger

2 Egg Slicer as All-Purpose Slicer

3 Baby Powder as Dry Shampoo

4 Lightbulb as Ribbon Dewrinkler

5 Flatiron as Touch-Up Tool

6 Salad Spinner as Sweater Dryer

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1

Hair Dryer as Mirror Defogger

2

Egg Slicer as All-Purpose Slicer

3

Baby Powder as Dry Shampoo

4

Lightbulb as Ribbon Dewrinkler

5

Flatiron as Touch-Up Tool

6

Salad Spinner as Sweater Dryer