Life can get pretty hectic, not to mention expensive. Well, with these new life hacks, you can cut both times and costs in half. Why make things harder than they have to be? Make your life easier by investing in some of these creative and cool life hacks…
Ketchup Pancakes?
This is one is simple. All you need is an empty squeeze bottle, like one from ketchup or mustard. Clean it out and fill it will pancake batter. You’ll get the perfect, mess-free pancake every time!
Cleaning Spree for Free
Missing something tiny? Don’t worry! Just attach a stocking or thin fabric over a vacuum. You’ll find what you’re looking for in no time. Get searching!
Button Buffer
If you’ve got clear nail polish, you’ve got the next life hack. Protect your buttons from falling off by covering the threads in the polish. Safe and sound!
Soda Secrets
If you’ve got a stain you can’t get out of a toilet bowl or a bathtub, try pouring some Coca-Cola down the drain. Use the acid to scrub the stain out! Just don’t think about how it’s affecting your body…
Rock, Salt, Cooler
If you want your ice to last longer than usual, this hack is cheap and easy. Just sprinkle some rock salt on top of the ice in the cooler. It’ll last way longer!
An Apple A Day
Morning breath can cut through a room, but what cuts through morning breath? If you skip brushing your teeth, an apple will destroy that smell for the time being.
Cookie Creations
There’s a way to tell how much is too much in your baking. What you do or don’t add can change how your cookies end up looking. Use this visual chart next time!
Saving Space
You don’t have to shell out tons of money for more storage space. Simply hang a ladder and some hooks like this to save space! Not to mention, it looks really cool.
Fruit on the Barbie
Grilled watermelon might be the perfect vegan and vegetarian alternative to your next BBQ. Watermelon steaks are something everyone can enjoy, with or without meat!
Cheese Louise!
You can make eight (you read that right, eight) grilled cheese at once if you bake them between baking sheets. What a delicious life hack!
Tennis Pal
All you need is a knife and a tennis ball to make this cute little guy. He’ll hold anything for you, no need to ask! He might glare at you though…
Repeating Repetitions
We’re pretty sure writing the same thing over and over again is a punishment that faded away after the 80s, but just in case, here’s a hack for that: tape pens together!
Are You Yolking?
If you ever need to separate egg yolks from egg whites, just use a water bottle to suction up the yolk. Done messy to done mess-free!
Can’t Wine About It
If you’re drinking white wine, you’d probably prefer it cold, but ice will water it down. What about frozen grapes to chill your drink? Sweet, not watery!
Crib Takeover
When your little one outgrows their crib, you can easily remove one side and change it to a desk or play table. Free and easy!
Spoon Solver
A wooden hack laid over a pot of boiling water might not seem like much but this hack will stop your dinner from spilling over. No messes in this kitchen!
All About the Thaw
If you’re putting your meat in the freezer, you’re going to want it unfrozen when you need it. Just make it flat and reduce the time by half!
No-Fail Ponytail
This one could be a bit dangerous, so proceed with caution. If it works though, it makes hair care that much easier.
A Perfect Fit
These things can be annoying to work with, but apparently not as impossible as you might think. However, it might be easier seen than done, so good luck!
Contact List
You don’t need to wear contacts to use a contact case. Just squeeze in whatever gels or creams you might need on vacation. It’s the perfect amount!
Perfect and Pretty
Your closet is now officially way cleaner and way nicer to look at, thankfully. Things are looking up!
Band Together
Phone mounts can be expensive, but if you’ve got a rubber band, you can DIY one easily. Just be careful going over bumpy roads!
Cut for Your Cut
Cuts can sometimes be in inconvenient locations. If you get one on the tip, just do some creative cutting and cover it up neatly!
Hot Doritos
Did you know your favorite crunchy snack might be a fire hazard? Perfect for a backyard bonfire, and also a tasty treat!
Not Clicking
Hey teens! If you want to sneak out easily, this hack will stop the lock from clicking closed forever. Good luck not getting caught!
Rubber Band Hack
Painting drips can be super irritating when you’re painting. Get around this issue by putting a rubber band on the can to prevent a spill.
Iron-On
In a pinch, you might not have an iron nearby, but you probably have a flat iron! Just use that to straighten out any creases.
Plug Hack
Plugs are annoying and sometimes only work from certain angles. If that’s the case, nail it in with this clever hack that won’t bend or break!
Public Drinking
Print out a few labels or cut off the bottom of a coke can and cover your alcoholic beverages.
Tab Tricks
Closet space is rare, so use an old soda tab to double the room. Soda tabs should be saved so space can be too!
Just the Highlights
You’ll lose the highlighter, but you’ll get the permanent marker out, which might be well worth it!
Razor Saver
Razors can be costly. Save some money every month by covering your razors with a page clip.
Pretty Polishing
If you have too many keys, it can be hard to identify which is which. Save time by painting them different colors of nail polish!
Free Up Your Fridge
If your fridge is getting crowded, try using page clips to hang bags from the wire rack. You’ll immediately free up a ton of space!
Eye of the Pasta
Reheating is all about even distribution. The best way to do so would be to make a hole in the center of whatever you’re heating up.
Ingenious Ice Pack
The recipe is pretty simple. Just mix together 3 parts of water and one part rubbing alcohol in a Ziploc for the perfect DIY ice pack. Add your own details like glitter or designs!
Putting the Straw In Strawberry
Don’t lose the whole strawberry by cutting off the top. Just use a plastic straw to poke through the core. Perfect!
Running Around
A runner’s show is sacred, so maximize your comfort by picking one of these tie styles. It all depends on foot shape, so try them all to see whats the best option.
Cans? Hacked.
Opening those weird plastic covers can be nearly impossible, and sometimes pretty dangerous. Use a can opener to get a clean cut that scissors just don’t get.
Go Nuts
Did you walnuts are filled with oil? The wood absorbs it and removes damages, scrapes, and notches. Consider it hacked.
Tab Your Tape
What do you do with old bread tabs? Well, if you throw them out, don’t. Instead, put them on the end of the tape. Never lose your place again!
Symbol Key
You should save this photo for the next time you’re at work. This way you don’t have to google the symbol to copy and paste it. Easy peasy!
Taco Tins
The best part of tacos is the shell, but if you want more of a bowl, look no further.
Super Soap
When you’re almost done with some soap, it can be super frustrating. Just get a new one and attach the leftover on top!
Paper Pal
Cardboard and a plastic baggie can truly save your life. The important things deserve a little more effort than just a folder!
Floss Boss
The struggle is real when cutting soft foods. It’s so messy, but not with unscented dental floss. It cuts through perfectly!
Put a Lid On It
Using a towel rack for towels? You’re not thinking big enough. Consider this: towel racks for lids. Thoughts?
One Trip
A carabiner clip can help you carry all your bags in only one trip. That is if you’re strong enough…
Picture Perfect
Just don’t get caught in the lie!
Beautiful Bottles
Sensory bottles can be a great way to unwind, and they’re very pretty to look at! Or you know, hurt someone with…
Sharp Mind
It’s not a perfect hack, but in a pinch, you can sharpen a knife on the edge of a ceramic bowl. That should do the trick!
Stick To It
Your rugs won’t slip and slide around using this fun little hack. Just add velcro and you won’t go!
Wrapped Up In It
Toilet paper rolls make excellent holders. No wrapping paper roll-outs here, just a safe and recycled idea!
Pool Noodle Hacks
If you’re a parent with a restless toddler, you might want to invest in some pool noodles. The big kid bed can be scary!
Weed-Hacker
The weed wacker strings can be expensive or inconvenient to get. Don’t worry though, a zip tie or two will work in a pinch!
Serving Platter
Don’t have a serving tray? Don’t worry about it! A muffin tin would work just as well, and might even be easier to clean!
Parallel Professional
Parking is a nightmare, but you can keep this in the back of your mind and think of how to do it perfectly.
Tangled Up
Use old toilet paper rolls to organize old cords neatly. No more tripping over the floor!
Chip Saver
You might not need a whole bag of chocolate chips at once, so instead, just cut off the top of a water bottle. You can use the top part to close the bag completely.
No Funnel, No Problem
Need to pour something out but don’t have a funnel? Use a screwdriver to direct the spill!
Pro-Active
It can be hard to avoid procrastination, so increase your productivity throughout the school day or workday!