MORNING/EVENING
Yogurt is a natural exfoliator—it removes surface debris without taking away the skin’s natural oils. Add a half teaspoon of lemon to a quarter cup of yogurt and gently rub into skin. Rinse and pat dry.
THERAPEUTIC HEATING PAD
Fill a sock with cooked basmati rice. Heat in the microwave. Apply to cramps and aches.
Use a creamy bathroom cleanser that’s slightly abrasive to clean your light-colored shoes and sneakers. Just put a few drops on a cotton rag and wipe away!
MAKE YOUR OWN SOAP
These make great gifts, and making them is an easy project to do with friends.
Mix 1 % cups of soap flakes (like Ivory Snow) with /4 cup water.
Use food coloring to create different colors. Pour into ice cube trays or candy molds and let dry.
FABRIC MARKERS
There are lots of fun ways to use fabric markers to customize your wardrobe. Always be sure to allow at least twenty-four hours to dry before wearing. Shirt
Take an inexpensive T-shirt, preferably new, and machine wash and dry it. Pin the edges to a piece of cardboard, flattening out wrinkles and creases. Draw a flower or a name or even your favorite slogan.
Handbag
Match the colors of an outfit to a basic bag.
Sneakers
Customize your sneakers and make a statement that’s totally you.
Jeans
Add new life to an old pair of jeans with symbols and words.
FABRIC TRICKS
Use a glue stick to add lace to hems and pockets of a pair of cut-off jeans.
Dress up a boring T-shirt by trimming the neckline and sleeves.
Hide a stain with an inexpensive applique.
NO
BELT?
NO
PROBLEM!
USE A SCARF IN CONTRASTING OR MATCHING COLORS.
TAKE A NECKLACE AND LINK IT THROUGH THE LOOPS.