How to Reuse Old Newspapers
Do you have a stack of old newspapers just waiting to be recycled? If so, then consider these newspapers for some alternative uses. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Take an old newspaper and wrap a winter tomato. Just leave it on the counter, and the newspaper will help to draw out the moisture. It will soften the fruit for a great taste.
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Use an old newspaper for cleaning windows and mirrors. They work great for removing streaks and don't leave streaks like paper towels.
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Crinkle up some old newspapers and stuff it inside your wet winter boots. The newspaper will absorb the excess moisture and help the shoe keep it's shape.
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Old newspapers are great sources of fire starters in your fireplace. Roll the newspaper diagonally in a long tube. This shape will create a bigger spark.
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Wrap your wool sweaters and blankets in tissue paper and then in a old newspaper before putting them away. It is a natural way to keep the moths away.
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Comments
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mizchulita
Jan 13, 2009
Old newspapers are the BEST for windows! Great advice!
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RENorton
Jan 07, 2009
Great article. Great uses for old newspapers. Thanks for the tips!
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Pamela Rappaport
Jan 07, 2009
Great tips on how to reuse old newspaper!
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TenDigit
Jan 05, 2009
I've used it for the boot trick, washing windows, and starting fires. I've never heard that for tomatoes. To recycle, you can also use old newspaper for mulch, but only the non glossy pages. Thanks for the tips!
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MyJB
Jan 05, 2009
This is new information that I can actually use. This was a good read.
