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Fun New Uses for Things

Fun New Uses for Things

Week 27- Day 207 of 2023

Rosieness Revue
July 6th, 2023

We love discovering new uses for things - sometimes, necessity is the mother of invention, but many of these are just clever - you can call them upcycles or hacks - we think they are fun.

Here are some of our favorites

25 Genius Things You Can Do With Bungee Cords

They're like a de-tangler, but for your entire life.

www.goodhousekeeping.com/home/craft-ideas/g4284/bungee-cords-uses-tips

42 Creative Uses for Clothespins to Simplify Your Daily Life

Who knew how useful this unappreciated item could be? Let us enlighten you to the many creative ways to use clothespins all around the house and garden!

morningchores.com/uses-for-clothespins

26 brilliant ways to use a binder clip

You'll never look at one the same way again.

www.cnet.com/home/smart-home/brilliant-ways-to-use-a-binder-clip

14 Unexpected Household Uses for the Humble Pool Noodle

From blocking drafts to childproofing furniture, this classic flotation device can do more than you think.

lifehacker.com/14-unexpected-household-uses-for-the-humble-pool-noodle-1850019454

18 Amazing Ways to Use Command Hooks

Not just for hanging posters in dorm rooms.

craftsyhacks.com/use-command-hooks

Everyone can make a difference

Self -Proclaimed “Old Coots” are popping up to offer free advice- You can find them in Harvard Square and at Farmer’s Markets -there is even a podcast -

To learn more you can click on the links below.

Free Advice by George

Old Coots of Salt Lake City

Old Coots Podcast

Ventnor Old Coots

This Week in History

1936 “Gone With the Wind” published

By Margaret Mitchell,one of the best-selling novels of all time was published

www.history.com/this-day-in-history/gone-with-the-wind-published

Word of the Week

COOT

1)Black birds of the rail family that somewhat resemble ducks. 2) A harmless simple person

www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/coot

What We are Reading

The Fishermen and the Dragon

A gripping, twisting, compelling account of shrimp fishermen in Texas. We could not put it down - by the author of The Feather Thief

www.goodreads.com/book/show/51037254-the-fishermen-and-the-dragon

The author was Inspired by Bruce Springsteen’s Song

Galveston Bay

Bruce Springsteen · Song · 1995

open.spotify.com/track/5SMqAcyULA666x9M51t2wm?si=87db9040ab064eee

What We are Watching

Everwood (TV Series 2002–2006) - IMDb

With the late Treat Williams as a widowed brain surgeon from Manhattan who moves his two children to the small mountain town of Everwood, Colorado. Lots of Cameos from Joanna Cassidy to Betty White and more.

www.imdb.com/title/tt0318883/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk

Art for your Floor

Ruggable National Gallery Rugs

Turner, Monet, Renoir - They also have collaborations with Iris Apfel, Basquiat, Jonathan Adler, Morris & Co., Keith Haring and More. Machine Washable and Fun

ruggable.com/products/national-gallery-turning-turner-medium-pile-rug?size=2x3

From our Readers

GLOSS - Gel Nail Strips - Dashing Diva

Our chip resistant, easy-to-apply GLOSS gel nail strips require zero dry time and last up to 14 days. Create your custom mani in minutes. Just Gloss 'n Go!

dashingdiva.com/collections/gloss?rfsn=5943671.f714eba&subid=WT2350624x15875628x

Essential Oil Towelettes

Herban Essentials makes essential oils brilliantly portable.

www.herbanessentials.com/collections/frontpage

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List of our favorite Audible Books

Audible Books

Try Hoopla,or Libby at your Library

www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/14HG1L13CJ2L?ref_=wl_share

Looking for a Podcast ?

Rosieness Revue Podcasts

Our favorites to follow.

lists.pocketcasts.com/345d84ba-1f79-47c8-925a-47b6b6f81e7e

Need Something to Watch?

Rosieness Revue - IMDb

Favorite Shows and Films

www.imdb.com/list/ls562862075

Need Something to Read?

Rosieness Revue Book List on Goodreads

Some of our all time favorites.

www.goodreads.com/review/list/1789505-rosanna?ref=nav_mybooks&shelf=rosieness-revue

Check out our Pinterest Board

Fun items and easy DIY. Sea glass & shell crafts, knitting, flowers, wreaths, recipes, garden tips and more ideas about recycled projects including new uses for old things.

www.pinterest.com/notablerose/rosieness-revue