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How to Use Dryer Sheets Around The House (part 2)

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Here are some more steps for using dryer sheets around the house. There are more uses for this common household item then you would think. Dryer sheets aren't just good for the dryer and removing static. Follow the following steps and learn what you can do with them.

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  • dryer sheets
  1. Step 1

    When your traveling or have clean clothes mixed in with dirty ones such as in a gym bag, a dryer sheet can help. Just place one dryer sheet on your suitcase or gym bag and the bad odors will be eliminated.

  2. Step 2

    You can prevent old, stored books from getting a musty smell by placing a dryer sheet between the pages.

  3. Step 3

    If you've just finished a project with wood you can clean up the small grains of wood by swiping a dryer sheet over them. Your mess will be cleaned up in no time.

  4. Step 4

    When your hand sewing, run the thread threw a dryer sheet right before your start. This will prevent the thread from bunching up and becoming tangled.

  5. Step 5

    Dryer sheets are also great for dusting venetian blinds. Close the blinds and swipe the blinds with the dryer sheets.

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on 1/4/2009 Iam glad I met you. These tips are great especially for the venetian blinds, because I've attempted to clean them and it was difficult. I will try this!! Excellent! 5*

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on 1/2/2009 I like the blind cleaning tip a lot. I need to put this into action.

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on 1/2/2009 Great tips. My mini blinds need a good swiping.

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