Lemons
Sea Salt
Repurpose as: Bath Salt*
"Add a few tablespoons of sea salt to your bath and stir to dissolve," says Nina Nelson, author of the simple living blog Shalom Mama. "A sea salt bath can help relieve dry and itchy skin, reduce pain and improve sleep."
*The kind you use in the tub, not the ones you take at Burning Man.
Coffee Filter
Repurpose as: Microfiber Cloths
Out of rags? Melitta recommends using a coffee filter to clean windows and mirrors without leaving any telltale fuzz.
Vacuum
Repurpose as: Electronics Cleaner
Use the small brush attachment of your vacuum to remove dust and dirt from TVs, DVD players, computers and other electronics, says DIY Natural contributor Debra Maslowski.
Window Cleaner
Repurpose as: Gem Shiner
"If you can't get to your local jeweler for a proper diamond cleaning, squirt on a little window cleaner, then brush the stone with a soft-bristled toothbrush," says Brown. "That will bring back its sparkle without causing any harm."
Cinnamon
Repurpose as: Ant Repellent
Sprinkle cinnamon wherever you seem to have ants, says Betsy Jabs of DIY Natural. The spice should stop them in their tracks.
Frozen Peas
Repurpose as: Ice Pack
For years, physical therapists have recommended that clients use bags of frozen peas in place of ice packs. They mold to any body part and retain their cold for 15 to 20 minutes.
