To solve the problem of getting all the toothpaste out of the tube easily, you can purchase a small plastic device that is ...

What’s the easiest and cheapest way to send clothes ahead of a trip instead of checking bags? -- Dee, via email Dee, sending ...

Dear Heloise: Mothballs might seem like an easy way to scare away animals, but they cause more trouble than they're worth. They're full of strong chemicals that can hurt your family, your pets, and ...

There's an old recipe that my great grandfather used to use in his garden, and it made everything grow quickly and in ...

I recently read a letter from someone who suggested using a tackle box as an earring holder. I have another idea that works great for me. I use plastic ice cube trays. They hold 12 sets of earrings ...

Every house has a junk drawer, and everyone knows exactly which drawer it is. The reason that it never stays organized isn’t ...

DEAR HELOISE: Every summer, bags seem to get bigger with more pockets and space, making it harder to find small things like keys. This year, I tried something different, and it worked great. My ...

Dear Heloise: I used to come home from the store, only to realize I’d bought spices that I already had tucked away in the cupboard. To solve this problem, I came up with an easy system that works ...

Dear Heloise: I have two hints. The first is that I've had rotator-cuff issues and find it easier to use a hand mixer or stir thick foods if the bowl is in the sink. The lower angle puts less stress ...

I’ve had a lot of trouble opening bottles of nail polish. Some bottles have tops with a smooth surface or a shape ...

Dear Heloise: Do you have any hints about how to save money on prescription medications? — Helen in Ohio Helen in Ohio: I sure do. At your appointment, ask the doctor if your medication has a generic ...