Below are some of my favorite creative uses from Real Simple Magazine for would-be trash... Everything old can be new again! _
Ketchup Bottle as Pancake Batter Dispenser
Make no-mess pancakes with the help of a ketchup bottle: Pour in batter, then squeeze out precise portions.
A lemon works to remove tough food stains from a plastic or light-colored wood cutting board. Squeeze on the juice of one half, rub it in, and let sit for 20 minutes before rinsing.
Use Rubber Bands to Keep Clothes on the Hanger
No more worries of camisoles, sundresses, and other slippery garments slipping off hangers when you wrap the ends with rubber bands.
Eyeglasses Case as Manicure Kit
An unused glasses case makes a convenient storage spot for nail files, clippers and other manicure essentials while on the go.
The cardboard tube from a spent roll of toilet tissue is a wonderfully simple tool for keeping extension cords tangle-free.
Magnet as Tweezer Holder
Stop tweezers from going astray by installing a magnet on the inside of the medicine cabinet and they will always be at your fingertips.
When traveling, eliminate clunky bottles for nonprescription meds from your purse by popping the pills into a contact-lens case.
Note: This is not a childproof method for storing your pills. Don't try this if you have small children who rummage through your bag.
Change dirty water in a flower vase by using a turkey baster to suction up the liquid without disturbing your arrangement. Add fresh water directly from the tap.
Click on the photo to see incredibly artful ways to repurpose everyday items!